The first stage is the production of the full size working drawing (cartoon). I use this drawing as a template.

 

The clear glass is then cut to size.

 

The paint in powder form is poured out onto a palette.

 

 

The gum arabic (binder) is added to the paint and mixed thoroughly

 

 

Now the (vehicle) water, alcohol, oil or 
white vinegar can be added and thoroughly mixed.

 

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Paint the highlights and details then kiln fire at 
1200F degrees

 

 

 

I add shading by covering the whole piece with stain, 
this process is known as matting, blend the 
color by using a soft badger hair brush. I then remove 
areas I want lighter using a hard bristle brush called a scrub and sharp wooden sticks to bring out the finer 
lines and details. I then kiln fire each layer separately.

 

 

This process is often repeated several times before the desired effects and skin tones are achieved.

 

 

 

 

After I get the desired results, I will kiln fire it 
again at 1200 degrees.

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

The pieces are now ready to be 
incorporated in the stained glass window.