Special thanks to Kevin Pawlowski of Paradise Found Studios and the Atlanta Interfaith Broadcatsing Network.
An adult faith formation presentation demonstrating a Viso Divina technique with original art by Dale Molnar during the Advent season. A liturgical art tour concludes the class.
Working techniques for a stained-glass tesserae mosaic utilizing the principles of harmony and contrast of colors.
A discussion about the process of creating banners for a contemporary church.
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A discussion between the pastor and the artist from concept to celebration. Dedicated on the parish feast day, this stained glass imagery depicts the biblical account of the Transfiguration according to Matthew 17:1-6.
A tour featuring the staind glass of Temple Kol Emeth. The Song of G_d, Ancestors and Relationships.
The stained glass of St. John Neumann in Lilburn, GA. A modern rose window high above the altar depicts the Most Holy Trinity. The nave windows illustrate familiar biblical stories and connects them to the sacraments of the church.
The Cloudless Sulfur Butterfly is the inspiration for this small panel - Cloud of Cloudless Sulfur Butterflies. Voyagers have recorded seeing clouds of the bright yellow butterflies over the ocean, presumably during their seasonal migrations. This video shows a damaged fused glass panel being re-built.
Dale R. Molnar describes a mosaic work beginning with the tools needed and materials collected. The diptych panels are not presented close or adjoining each other but are separated somewhat to imply a larger beast hidden from view.
Retired pastor of Transfiguration Catholic Church, Marietta, GA, Msgr. Patrick Bishop and liturgical artist Dale R. Molnar, discuss the design and construction of the Cupola Windows above the altar.
Dale Molnar shares his journey on finding the religion that best fits him, carrying God near his heart, and crediting the Divine for the talent to be an artist.
The story of stained glass in worship settings uplifts the spirit and tells a communal, sacred story. Hear from clergy, a scholar, and a liturgical artist who creates these works of art that are as robust as they are fragile.
This mosaic image of a swimming sea turtle is rendered with various light situations. Abrasion etching of selected glass accomplishes a matte finish for a sense of depth. Both opaque and translucent control and direct the light in the foreground. Movement is accomplished using andamento, the direction and flow of the tesserae, as well as the color and tone to create form. The view is an underwater encounter
From concept sketch to completion, Dale shows how he approaches mosaic work using stained glass and Byzantine techniques.