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This commission challenged traditional design and
function concepts about stained glass and provided an opportunity
to indulge in purely emotional, abstract design. The architect had
designed in a large window behind the altar. The pastor and congregation
looked to us for guidance regarding the subject matter. We intuitively
recognized that this large expanse of glass should be subservient
to the grand scale 110 -year old polychrome crucifix that would
stand before it. The theme of the "Passion" was chosen
to heighten the drama of the crucifix/sculpture. A color palette
cast in a minor key of secondary and tertiary color relationships
evokes emotionally the solemnity of these associated events and
creates a visual tonal poem background in glass. Whereas some musical
compositions have words, this composition relies solely on the melody
of line and chords of color to convey the emotions of the passion
and death of Christ.
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