Modern Stained Glass in British Churches

026466964 Modern Stained Glass In British Churches . Author : Mark Angus Since medieval times church architecture has been enriched by the splendour of stained glass .the art form is closely linked to the church and had its moments of glory and its declines . In this new book on recent British stained glass Mark angus States his belief that over the last twenty years stained glass has again become a lively and relevant art form . He also believes that in its service to the church the stained glass artist 's work makes a unique contribution to worship and understanding of the fundamentals of faith. The book is illustrated with over forty color photographs of important and interesting works by many living artist, and includes many statements by those artists . The author looks at these works from the aesthetical ,architectural and spiritual points of view , and it is hoped that the illustrations and comments will be found to be a useful reference for artists and architects , as well as for Christian generally and all who are interested in church art. Mark Angu's interest in stained glass dates from 1978 he established his own studio in Bath.Since then he has designed and executed architectural stained glass to commission for churches , homes and universities both in great Britain and abroad ,acquiring a reputation for innovative ,distinctive designs that are relevant to the architectures and function of the building.