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August 30, 2018
Andy Smith

The Stained Glass Portraits of Erlend Tait

There's a magical quality in the stained glass work of Erlend Tait, a Scottish artist who offers both a contemporary slant to the form and observes its traditions. He packs these works with the symbolism and vibrancy that recall ancient craftsman, yet his figures are representative of the modern, diverse populous.

There’s a magical quality in the stained glass work of Erlend Tait, a Scottish artist who offers both a contemporary slant to the form and observes its traditions. He packs these works with the symbolism and vibrancy that recall ancient craftsman, yet his figures are representative of the modern, diverse populous.

“From an early age he has been fascinated by the mythology and folklore of the Highlands and Islands,” a statement says. “Many of these tales relate to anthropomorphic deities within the environment and as a result much of his work combines portraiture with pattern and symbolism. These symbols are inspired by surroundings and obsessions and allude to themes of ideology and transcendence.”

The artist works in a variety of media, including painting and drawing. Yet, in some of his work in those forms, a quality taken from his glasswork comes through.

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The Stained Glass Portraits of Erlend Tait

The Glass Creations of Janis Miltenberger

Victor Solomon Debuts His Lavish Basketball Backboards in New York

Pinkie Maclure’s Stained Glass Work Explores Contemporary Issues

Stefan Glerum Designs 60ft-high Stained Glass Facade in Amsterdam

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