Artists' Profiles

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Terra Parma

Terra has been inspiring glass enthusiasts and hobbyists with her artistic flair since her first patterns were introduced in 1984. This series of twenty-four pattern sets was followed by her first book, "Images by Terra ", two years later. Since that time, she has produced twenty design and pattern books, becoming one of the top designers in the industry.

Her interest in art and nature goes back to her early childhood, when she spent much of her time drawing animals. While growing up, she received encouragement from her parents, both artists themselves.After taking advanced classes in drawing, painting, design and commercial art, Terra received a degree in fine arts and enjoyed working as a graphic artist. An interest in stained glass blossomed when she took a series of classes. This interest, combined with a talent in drawing and eye for blending the colors and textures of glass led to an exciting new career in art glass design.

Lisa Vogt

Lisa Vogt became interested in stained glass at a young age when she received a book on stained glass as a gift. While pursuing her college education in fine art, she enrolled in a basic stained glass class course and discovered that she had found the art medium of her choice.

Within a year she opened her first retail studio, "Originals in Glass". In the studio, Lisa teaches classes, as well as designing and constructing commissioned windows for homes, businesses and religious buildings. She enjoys the challenge of creating original pieces of art and custom designs that reflect her clients' individual tastes.

Lisa lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband and their two children. When not dreaming of new designs, she enjoys gardening and in-line skating.