Dale R. Molnar is a nationally recognized ecclesiastic artist. He earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1980 and has been a working artist for more than 25 years. He has served as president of the Atlanta Glass Art Guild, is a long-standing member of the Glass Art Society, and has taught and mentored many regional artists.

Molnar earned an undergraduate degree in religion and philosophy as well as visual art. To merge these interests, Molnar founded South Light Studio, which emphasizes sacred art. A self-described image-maker, he refers to his work with glass as “painting with light.” His comprehensive body of works encompasses both traditional formats and expansive innovations. Many works contain blown and fused glass elements. The artist achieves his distinctive style through diverse techniques and an overall subtle color sense. The result — always sophisticated and articulate — conveys a simple elegance.

“My philosophy,” says Molnar, “is to start with the internal history of a specific sacred space and then to expand on and enhance it through my work. This requires an attitude of listening. Overall it’s a responsive process, an integral part of my Quaker convictions.”