New York Times – The Divine Resurrection of Stained Glass
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Featured Stories
Nancy Hass – August 26, 2019
“Once the language of devotion and prayer, the medium finds a new place in the modern world.”
Hypebeast – James Jean Unveils Stained Glass Works for Upcoming “Eternal Journey” Exhibition
Keith Estiler – March 6, 2019
“Ahead of the show’s April opening, Jean recently took to Instagram to unveil a new series of light sculptures made using stained glass materials.”
New York Times – The Artist Creating a 150-Foot-Long Glass Rainbow
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Alice Newell-Hanson – February 7, 2019
“This summer, Sarah Cain will bring a high-art tradition into an unexpected setting: the San Francisco International Airport.”
LA Weekly – Judson Studios: Restoration, Reinvention and a New Stained Glass Renaissance
Shana Nys Dambrot – December 20, 2018
“Exactly 100 years after the formidable and luxurious mustachioed William Lees Judson established the Judson Studios stained glass emporium in Highland Park in 1897, his great-great-grandson David Judson heeded the call of love and destiny and took its reins.”
Timeout Los Angeles – How L.A.’s most stories stained-glass studio makes the city’s finest work
Michael Juliano – June 1, 2018
“It’s the medium of light,” says David Judson, the fifth-generation owner of Judson Studios. “Everything that we do, whether it’s a contemporary or traditional approach to design, it’s how light is transformed and manipulated.”
CBS Sunday Morning – Breaking the Boundaries of Stained Glass [VIDEO]
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April 1, 2018
“The artists at Judson Studios are showing their true colors — reshaping their ancient craft and designing works for religious and non-religious uses alike.”
Grotto Network – Reviving the Ancient Art of Stained Glass [VIDEO]
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December 11, 2017
Stained glass is one of the Church’s most iconic art forms. Judson Studios in Los Angeles is reviving this art with a new technique. “What fusing does differently is it replaces a lot the darkness with a lot of light,” says lead artist Tim Carey.
The East Sider – Artists take historic Highland Park stained glass studio in a new direction
Brenda Rees – August 22, 2017
“This year, the Judson Studios has embarked on a new program that invites artists into their workspace to explore, play and create with glass. Making the program possible was the fact that last year, the 120-year old Highland Park studio added a sleek new modern studio across the Monterey Bridge in South Pasadena.”
Santa Barbara Independent – Artist David Flores Showcases New Mural and More at Downtown Art Gallery
Mitchell Kriegman – August 10, 2017
“All of the artist’s themes come together in the breakthrough stained-glass window titled “The Muralist,” a collaboration with Judson Studios […]”
KCET Architecture and Design – Judson Studios Takes a 12th-Century Art Form Into the 21st Century
Sandi Hemmerlein – August 21, 2017
“Just two years ago, Judson Studios revolutionized both its own business and the entire industry of architectural glass. The studio now not only creates works of art using the segmented, colored glass so commonly found in ecclesiastical settings, but also renders innovations in fused glass.”
See part 1 of PBS SoCal’s Coverage of Judson Studios on the show LaArt [VIDEO]
PBS LaArt – July 10, 2017
In the family for over 125 years Los Angeles based Judson Studios builds and restores beautiful stained glass and is responsible for iconic installations all across Los Angeles and beyond. Now along with the classics… Judson has created a technique for taking this art form into the 21st century.
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unity Temple, Art Glass Restoration by Judson Studios [VIDEO]
L Levine – April 30, 2017
As Judson Studios nears completion of a total restoration of all of Unity Temple’s art glass, take a look at the scope of work that took place on Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Chicago sanctuary.
KCET – Where to Find the Most Stunning Stained Glass in Los Angeles
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Sandi Hemmerlein – January 17, 2017
When you think of stained glass, what comes to mind may be the grand castles of Medieval England or the cathedrals of Paris. But you don’t have to take a transcontinental flight or a time machine to view some stunning examples of this ancient decorative art.
A look inside Church of the Resurrection’s new sanctuary [PHOTOS]
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Rob Roberts – December 15, 2016
“Perhaps the most dramatic feature of the sanctuary, the 93-foot-wide by 35-foot-tall expanse of stained glass will be protected from the elements by a glass curtain wall but will be visible at night from miles away.”
See Our Recent Spot in Christie’s International Real Estate
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Christie’s International Real Estate – Issue 3 2016
“No longer solely for church on Sunday, stained glass is illuminating public spaces and private homes to dramatic effect, from bold splashes of color to delicate painterly designs.”
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PBS’s Craft in America – Judson Studios, the Oldest Family-Run Stained Glass Studio in the USA_
December 21, 2018
“David Judson on Judson Studios, the oldest family-run stained glass studio in the USA. Preview from CALIFORNIA episode PBS premiere December 21, 2018 (check local listings).”
Voyage LA – Meet David Judson of Judson Studios in Highland Park
September 18, 2018
“Today we’d like to introduce you to David Judson. Judson Studios was opened in 1897 by plein air painter William Lees Judson, the first dean of USC’s School of Fine Arts and Architecture. The business is 5th generation family owned, currently operated by me, David Judson- the great great grandson of William Lees Judson.”
Los Angeles Magazine – Step Inside a Stories L.A. Stained Glass Factory
June 23, 2018
“Founded in 1897, the Judson Studios is lauded for its stained-glass creations. Head to the original HQ to see how things are pieced together.”
LA Weekly – Judson Studios: Restoration, Reinvention and a New Stained Glass Renaissance_
Shana Nys Dambrot – December 20, 2018
“Exactly 100 years after the formidable and luxurious mustachioed William Lees Judson established the Judson Studios stained glass emporium in Highland Park in 1897, his great-great-grandson David Judson heeded the call of love and destiny and took its reins.”
VOA’s People in America – Stained Glass fosters Innovations in the 21st Century
Marsha James – December 12, 2018
“Stain glass is really about how you manipulate the light. Yes, it’s also about the artwork, but it’s really about how the environment can be affected by the colored glass that is created.”
Timeout LA – How L.A.’s most storied stained-glass studio makes the city’s finest work
Michael Juliano – June 1, 2018
“It’s the medium of light,” says David Judson, the fifth-generation owner of Judson Studios. “Everything that we do, whether it’s a contemporary or traditional approach to design, it’s how light is transformed and manipulated.”
Hypebeast – KILLSPENCER’s Shattered Dreams Mini Basketball Kit
Mallory Chin – March 23, 2018
“Created using innovative glass fusing technology, both Judson Studios and KILLSPENCER were able to keep the integrity of the broken glass to create a fully playable indoor kit.”
The East Sider – Artists take Judson Studios in new direction
Brenda Rees – August 22, 2017
“This year, the Judson Studios has embarked on a new program that invites artists into their workspace to explore, play and create with glass. Making the program possible was the fact that last year, the 120-year old Highland Park studio added a sleek new modern studio across the Monterey Bridge in South Pasadena.”
Santa Barbara Independent – Artist David Flores Showcases New Mural
Mitchell Kriegman – August 10, 2017
“All of the artist’s themes come together in the breakthrough stained-glass window titled “The Muralist,” a collaboration with Judson Studios […]”
Artists use revolutionary process in world’s largest stained glass window [VIDEO]
Eric Olsen, Quartz – March 18, 2016
“The light invades the glass in a thousand different ways,” says Narcissus Quagliata, the driving force behind the process. “It’s like this dance between the material and the light. The medium is so powerful because the light goes straight to the soul.”
KCET – Judson Studios Takes a 12th-Century Art Form Into the 21st Century
Sandi Hemmerlein – August 21, 2017
“Just two years ago, Judson Studios revolutionized both its own business and the entire industry of architectural glass. The studio now not only creates works of art using the segmented, colored glass so commonly found in ecclesiastical settings, but also renders innovations in fused glass.”
See part 1 of PBS SoCal’s Coverage of Judson Studios on the show LaArt [VIDEO]_
PBS LaArt – July 10, 2017
In the family for over 125 years Los Angeles based Judson Studios builds and restores beautiful stained glass and is responsible for iconic installations all across Los Angeles and beyond. Now along with the classics… Judson has created a technique for taking this art form into the 21st century.
See Photos from the Viewing & Reception Party with Judson Studios
February 11, 2016 – Photos by Melissa Manning
CBS’s Local News Affiliate’s coverage of the Resurrection Window [VIDEO]
CBS – February 8, 2016
The Resurrection Window: World’s largest stained glass window
The Kansas City Star’s Coverage of the CoR Window [VIDEO]
Rick Montgomery – December 23, 2016
“Five feet tall and 4 feet wide, stained glass panel 8C represents the Old Testament story of Daniel in the lion’s den. You may well miss it, however, among the 160 other panels —[…]”
See Our Recent Spot in Christie’s International Real Estate
Christie’s International Real Estate – Issue 3 2016
No longer solely for church on Sunday, stained glass is illuminating public spaces and private homes to dramatic effect, from bold splashes of color to delicate painterly designs.
C Magazine: Judson Studios
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November 2016
See Judson Studios recent spot in C Magazine.
Pasadena Star News – An LA Family Business for Ages
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Larry Wilson – November 11, 2017
“What if every family business founded in Southern California 120 years ago were still going strong, run by fifth-generation descendants? What if they were not only still extant, but were national leaders in their field?”
KCET’s Departures Field Guides: Judson Studios
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KCET – December 14, 2008
The oldest family run fine art glass company in the world, Judson Studios was established in 1897 as a local stained glass shop by William Lees Judson, USC’s first fine arts professor, and his three sons.
Off-Ramp: Peering Into the Workshop of Stained Glass Makers in LA
Robert Garrova – December 18, 2015
In his office, David Judson reads from a ledger that was once owned by his great-great-grandfather William Lees Judson: “This is dated July of 1876 and he’s got an entry here that says, ‘The English Church, leading 21 lights,’ which would have been windows. Small windows.”
Introducing Judson Studios Stained Glass
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Emily Henderson – July 23, 2014
Introducing Judson Studios Stained Glass
LA Weekly – Best Glass Houses: Judson Studios
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Jessica Ritz – October 8, 2001
Searing flames. Tiny pieces of brilliantly colored glass. Hot molten lead cames. These are the same tools of the trade the Judson Studios have used in Los Angeles since 1897 to make stained-glass windows.
What I See:
Judson Studios
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Barbara – January 22, 2011
“I called ahead to make sure it was okay for us to paint at the grounds of Judson Studios. […] I’d poked around there before when they weren’t open. It turned out Mr. Judson was home.”
Judson Studios and the Beauty of Custom Glass
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Partners Trust Blog
In 1897, Judson Studios was born out of the dreams of noted artist William Lees Judson and his three sons to create unique, hand crafted stained, leaded and architectural glass artworks .
A look inside Church of the Resurrection’s new sanctuary [PHOTOS]
Rob Roberts – December 15, 2016
“Perhaps the most dramatic feature of the sanctuary, the 93-foot-wide by 35-foot-tall expanse of stained glass will be protected from the elements by a glass curtain wall but will be visible at night from miles away.”
CBS Sunday Morning – Breaking the Boundaries of Stained Glass [VIDEO]
April 1, 2018
“The artists at Judson Studios are showing their true colors — reshaping their ancient craft and designing works for religious and non-religious uses alike.”
Wold’s Largest Stained Glass Window Under Construction at Leawood Church [VIDEO]
Matt Stewart – January 9, 20167
“There are more than 160 panes of glass being fused in California and then shipped to Leawood to be put together like a puzzle. The window depicts biblical scenes from Genesis to Revelations, and it’s so massive, it can be seen by those driving by.”
Thought From Down in LA: Judson Studios
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Eric Jensen – May 23, 2010
The other day an architect friend took me to The Judson Studios in the Garvanza (Highland Park) neighborhood of Los Angeles to view a project in progress. I knew a little about the building but had never had the opportunity to meet the artisans or see their stunning stained glass work up close.
Obscura Society LA: The Colorful World of Historic Judson Studios
Atlas Obscura – January 29, 2015
The Medieval art of stained glass is alive and well in a forgotten 18th Century Northeast LA Neighborhood.
Media
Judson Studios, the oldest family-run stained glass studio in the USA
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www.craftinamerica.org. David Judson on Judson Studios, the oldest family-run stained glass studio in the USA. Preview from CALIFORNIA episode PBS premiere December 21, 2018 (check local listings).
David Judson 5th Generation Stained Glass Artisan
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David Judson is the fifth generation Judson family member to own and operate the Studios. David and his team bring a 21st century sensibility and technological savvy to this ancient craft, whether the client is a boutique hotel or a historic cathedral.
Reviving the Ancient Art of Stained Glass
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Stained glass is one of the most iconic art forms. Judson Studios in Los Angeles is reviving this art with a new technique. “What fusing does differently is it replaces a lot the darkness with a lot of light,” says lead artist Tim Carey.
Making the Largest Stained Glass Window in the World
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Judson Studios and acclaimed glass artist Narcissus Quagliata are using a new, beautiful way to make glass. The result is one of the biggest stained-glass windows in the world at the Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas.
The Resurrection Window, Kansas Review
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A look back at the work and people that were involved in the creation of the largest fused glass window in the world.
University of Southern California, Our Savior Parish
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Judson Studios Presents: Our Savior Parish, a visual tour of USC Caruso Catholic Center.
The Judson Process
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Take a look into our studio and see what goes into our work.
Judson Studio Stained Glass Process and Tour
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Ever wonder how (and why?) people make stained glass windows? Wonder no longer. Also check out my blog for more info: www.stylebyemilyhenderson.com
The Judson Culture
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Take a look into what makes us who we are.
Fender Custom Shop: Stained Glass Telecaster
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The Fender Custom Shop 2016 Prestige Collection is a group of exquisitely handcrafted offerings from Fender’s Master Builders. Dale Wilson’s Stained Glass Tele is one of those gems, with an intricate LED light panel inside a multi-tiered body allowing it to glow.
KCET – David Judson and Judson Studios
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Watch KCET’s coverage of The Judson Studios.
The Judson Studios: Stained Glass Design Process
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Watch Creative Director Tim Carey explain the design process of new windows at Judson Studios.
Judson Studios Inspired by Light: USC Our Savior Church Project
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Inspiring Light: Creation of the Stained Glass Windows at USC’s Our Savior Church by The Judson Studios
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