Fused Glass Abstract Landscape with Layers of Transparent Stained Glass

Framed Abstract Landscape

Constructing landscapes with multiple layers of colored glass creates depth and texture. This abstract was inspired by the natural landscapes of the Maine coast. I hoped to recall a memory of a time and a feeling rather than a specific image or moment.

The finished abstract fused glass seascape with backlighting.

A side view of the layers of transparent colored glass.

Here are some photos of the work in progress. I worked with backlighting to better see the color combinations created when stacking different colors of transparent Bullseye glass.

A fused glass landscape in progress.

Some rocks along the shore are added.

Adding the beginnings of the second layer of the sky.

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Watercolor Sketch of Young's Lobster Pound

Here's a watercolor of Young's Lobster Pound in Belfast Maine. It was an exercise in editing the photo, removing cars and shadows and stuff I didn't want to focus on. I tried to add more of the water in the background but ended up with too much parking lot.

Young's Lobster Pound Watercolor Painting

An ink sketch of Young's Lobster Pound drawn from a photo

The photo of Young's Lobster Pound

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Urban Sketching in Belfast Harbor Maine

My watercolor sketches are created free hand, there is no quick pencil drawing to block out the major shapes. Once I draw in permanent ink, I'm committed to that mark on the paper. I can't adjust scale or rethink the layout of the drawing. Creating in this way is so freeing for me, a person who is constantly planning. The drawback is not always being super-satisfied with the finished product. For example, assorted boats in Belfast Harbor with poorly proportioned masts or weirdly shaped hulls or something else that just makes the whole thing feel off.

Watercolor Sketch of Belfast Harbor Maine

Another Watercolor Sketch of Belfast Harbor Maine

Watercolor Sketch of Some Boats in Belfast Harbor Maine

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