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The Four Corners of Nevada

3/7/2025

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Each Corner of the Chapel points to the relative "corners" of the great State of Nevada.
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From the corridor, the entry is framed in the twisted and gnarled wisdom of the ancient Bristlecone pines with the Chapel's namesake bluebird featured in the transom.
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​Upon entry, the visitor experiences the varied natural landscape of Nevada. ​
Starting with the serene aspens of the Ruby Mountains representing the Northeast...
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...we move to the open skies and yucca of our beautiful Red Rock mountains in the Southwest.
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From there we see the granite and Douglas firs of Lake Tahoe in the west.
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Finally, we see the national tufa formation of Pyramid Lake and the rolling basin and range of our Northwest.
The intent of the design is to not only provide a panorama of our beautiful state, but to center the visitor in the midst of it all. While this Chapel will serve well as a meeting place for general services and worship of the creator of this beauty, it must also serve in providing a sanctuary of solitude during quiet prayers for a passing hero. This design respectfully addresses this balance. ​
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Many people to thank.
Mike Northan,  Kit DeCarlo for all your help and long evenings 
A big thank you to Quality Tile and Marble for their generous donation that made this project possible. 
To A. Perry and St Marys Art Center for their kindness of utilizing their open space...
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Custom Stained Glass Art in Nevada

2/14/2025

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Looking for breathtaking custom stained glass in Nevada? Our handcrafted stained glass designs bring elegance, color, and artistic charm to any home or business. Whether you’re seeking a one-of-a-kind window panel, a stunning decorative piece, or an intricate nature-inspired design, our expert artisans create timeless stained glass art tailored to your vision.

The Beauty of Handcrafted Stained Glass
Each piece we create is crafted with precision, using high-quality materials that capture the beauty of natural light. Our recent pomegranate and dragonfly stained glass panel, shown in the images above, showcases rich jewel tones, intricate glasswork, and stunning textural details that make every window a work of art.
Why Choose Custom Stained Glass?
  • Personalized Designs: Bring your ideas to life with custom artwork.
  • High-Quality Craftsmanship: Hand-cut glass, expert soldering, and artistic detailing.
  • Timeless Beauty: Stained glass enhances any space with vibrant colors and light.
  • Durability & Longevity: Made to last for generations.

Bring Your Vision to Life
Whether you’re interested in residential stained glass windows, church restorations, or custom art panels, we bring passion and expertise to every project. Let us create a stunning stained glass masterpiece that reflects your unique style.
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Celebrating Art and Heritage in Virginia City's 'Head & Toes' Project

3/1/2024

 
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In Virginia City, we boast one of Northern Nevada's premier art centers, St. Mary's Art Center. They've recently hosted "Head & Toes," an engaging collaborative project involving local artists. In this event, one artist starts a painting by completing the top half of a canvas and then covers it. Another artist then finishes the bottom half without seeing the first artist's work. The final reveal is always a wonderful surprise!
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In 2023, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Comstock cult classic film, "God Monster of Indian Flats." As part of the commemoration, artists contributed to complete projects inspired by the film.
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Candace Garlock contributed an inspiring "Head" portion, depicting a bird emerging, which adds a unique touch to the overall piece. It's truly captivating!
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This piece features the work of Corrie Zam-Northan on the top half ("Head") and Erin Shearin from TMCC Arts on the bottom half ("Toes"), who created a piece titled "Historic Flats." The collaboration turned out to be fantastic.
​ These projects showcase the incredible talent and creativity within our community, celebrating both our local art scene and our unique cultural heritage.

NVHead2Toe

12/11/2019

 
What a great project!  St. Mary's Art Center in Virginia City and the Core Contemporary Gallery in Las Vegas came together to host a unique art event through The Nevada Art Council's Basin to Range Exchange program called NVHead2Toe.

Fifteen artists from Northern Nevada and fifteen artists from the Las Vegas area were paired to produce collaborative artworks.  The catch was that neither artist could see the other's work.  We were given half of a canvas to work with and some match lines to meet.  One artist was to do the "head" and the other to do the "toes".  I was very happy to be selected to participate in such a unique idea.  The curiosity about what lay below the cover on the other side of the canvas was intense.  What colors? What subject matter? The finished product is sure to be a juxtaposition of spontaneous imagery.  How could the entire piece not explode with artistic tension and contrast?

The finished products will be shown at the St. Mary's Art Center in Virginia City from Friday, December 13 to Sunday, December 15.  Then the pieces are moved to Core Contemporary Gallery in Las Vegas and shown from January 23 to February 29, with a reception on Saturday January 25.

For more information in Northern Nevada visit www.stmarysartcenter.org. They are at 555 R Street in Virginia City.

In Southern Nevada see www.corecontemporary.com.  They are at 900 East Karen Ave. Ste D222, Las Vegas.

And here is a photo of the entire piece [HEAD and  TOES.jpeg] "With credit to Kim Johnson from Las Vegas on the 'head'"
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Here is a photo of the finished piece that I worked on.
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And here is a photo of the entire piece "With credit to Kim Johnson from Las Vegas on the 'head'"

Run Away Mannequins in Carson city

2/14/2019

 
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This was for the Run Away Mannequins in Carson city.  

The Runway Mannequins were displayed at the Jazz & Beyond Opening Event at the Bliss Mansion on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018.  Before and after that, many of them were displayed at the Brewery Arts Center and various other locations around Carson City.

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Fourth Ward School holds annual art auction fundraiser "Stepp'in Back in Time"

9/7/2017

 
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The majestic Fourth Ward School  museum will be holding thier first annual Art auction fundraiser " Stepp'in Back in Time"on October 14th here in Virginia City.  Seven regional artist were invited to convert school desks from 1910 into creative piece of art. 
Title of my piece.  "Storey... Dreams of Future Past".

"Storey...." Stands 70" tall and is a mixed media of hard wood desk seats, stained glass, inlaid mosaic glass, paint, and is accented with copper overlay designs.

What a joy to participate in my own home town,  The 1st Art fundraiser at Fourth Wards School. You can view this sculpture during the month of Sept/Oct at Fourth Ward School /Museum located at 537 south C street here in Virginia City Nevada.

​If you wish to attend the event on October 14th Please contact Lara at (775) 847-0975 or email [email protected].  Would love to see you there.
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Custom Stained Glass is Marketing Gold for your Business

6/22/2014

 
Adding Custom Stained Glass to your business is a classy, understated way to connect with your customers while empowering your staff to embrace your company culture.

Corrie works with business owners to explore the symbolism of a company's logo, branding and message. She expertly transforms these symbols into beautiful stained glass and fused glass, turning a message into a work of art.

When businesses take the time to add a unique touch to their interior, they gain a marketing opportunity for every passerby. "Everyone has to take a picture next to the custom window," remarks the restaurant and bar owner of Bucket of Blood in Virginia City, NV. Pictures of the custom stained glass end up on Facebook and Yelp with happy customers in the foreground. Marketing gold!

Custom stained glass is also beneficial for employees. "I didn't think the intricate design of our logo could be turned into stained glass. When I saw Corrie's flawless stained glass, I knew I could never serve a customer again without checking and double-checking my work! Absolutely inspiring!"



I look forward to chatting with you about the intricacies of your business and how we can bring them into your space with stained glass!
-Corrie
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Custom Stained Glass | Firehorse Studio | Virginia City, NV

12/30/2013

 
A custom piece of stained glass is art enjoyed for a lifetime! Stained glass is a timeless medium that holds history while telling your modern story. Custom pieces can be centerpieces in a business or home setting. Visit my gallery which includes examples of custom designed stained glass projects for businesses and individuals. Projects include: 
  • Windows and Restaurant Space Dividers
  • Lamp Shades and Light Fixture Covers
  • Window Hangings
  • Belt Buckles
Other ideas, not currently pictured in the gallery, include cabinet doors, glass panels, or inset custom size windows for a home (in your kitchen, bathroom, bedroom) or business (in an entryway, to customize or divide a main space). The beauty is that possibilities are endless! So contact me today to get inspired and begin dreaming up a custom stained glass piece that is customized to match your dreams and fit your needs!

Nevada Stained Glass in Virginia City, NV

11/26/2013

 
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