LA Story with David Judson of Judson Studios
04/26/22 • 110 min
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In 1897, The Judson Studios was established in Los Angeles by the painter and professor William Lees Judson and his three sons. Helmed by Walter Horace, the eldest son and a stained glass expert, the Studios thrived from the start, beautifying the booming metropolis with works that represented the best in traditional and modern design. Today, Judson is the oldest family-run stained glass studio in America, still proudly offering an exquisite, handcrafted product made by local artisans, and continuing to serve the community that has sustained us through the decades.
Today I’m speaking with David Judson.
He’s been working hard to grow and stretch his family business into exciting new territories and has recently released Judson: Innovation in Stained Glass , a book to document the nearly 125-year history of Judson Studios. We're going to chat about that, as well as the power of collaboration, current and future projects happening at Judson and the unique impact and legacy David would like to leave with the industry.
Join me as I crack it all wide open!
To see more of the work coming out of Judson Studios, their instagram is @judsonstudios and their website is judsonstudios.com.
Honorable mentions from this episode:
Where to find the book:
"JUDSON: Innovation in Stained Glass"
judsonstudios.com/product
(There's a 20% discount available to the Cracked Patreon members! Join here or link below.)
The waterjet used at Judson is made by Omax:
omax.com
Judson artist collaborations:
judsonstudios.com/artistcollaborations
James Jean instagram
@jamesjeanart
Canfield sets the standard for the Stained Glass industry.
Youghiogheny Glass Company
Stained glass sheets and glass products for the art and stained glass industry.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
In 1897, The Judson Studios was established in Los Angeles by the painter and professor William Lees Judson and his three sons. Helmed by Walter Horace, the eldest son and a stained glass expert, the Studios thrived from the start, beautifying the booming metropolis with works that represented the best in traditional and modern design. Today, Judson is the oldest family-run stained glass studio in America, still proudly offering an exquisite, handcrafted product made by local artisans, and continuing to serve the community that has sustained us through the decades.
Today I’m speaking with David Judson.
He’s been working hard to grow and stretch his family business into exciting new territories and has recently released Judson: Innovation in Stained Glass , a book to document the nearly 125-year history of Judson Studios. We're going to chat about that, as well as the power of collaboration, current and future projects happening at Judson and the unique impact and legacy David would like to leave with the industry.
Join me as I crack it all wide open!
To see more of the work coming out of Judson Studios, their instagram is @judsonstudios and their website is judsonstudios.com.
Honorable mentions from this episode:
Where to find the book:
"JUDSON: Innovation in Stained Glass"
judsonstudios.com/product
(There's a 20% discount available to the Cracked Patreon members! Join here or link below.)
The waterjet used at Judson is made by Omax:
omax.com
Judson artist collaborations:
judsonstudios.com/artistcollaborations
James Jean instagram
@jamesjeanart
Canfield sets the standard for the Stained Glass industry.
Youghiogheny Glass Company
Stained glass sheets and glass products for the art and stained glass industry.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Can you even hear the words “copper foil overlay" and not know who Margo Marquette is? I don’t think it’s possible! Usually when I mention her name it’s met with a sharp inhale and some head shaking while words are searched for to express shock at the insane detail she’s able to create. Her work reminds me a little bit of of shadow puppets, a lot of fables and folklore, and all timeless enchanted storytelling.
While speaking with Margo I was surprised and struck by how humble she is, and how she’s moved through our beloved craft with such ingenuity and resourcefulness. Keep listening and you’ll see what I mean...
Join me as I crack it all wide open!
To see more of Margo’s work her instagram is @marquette_stained_glass and her website is margomarquette.wixsite.com.
Honorable mentions from this episode:
Margo's tools:
Premium 8” Diamond Files Set
Conical tip for Weller iron
Margo's supplies:
Copper wire reinforcement (12 gauge from stripped Romex Cable)
Envirotex LITE Epoxy Resin
Upcoming class:
Delphi Class in Lansing, MI
June 17 - 19 on Openwork Overlay
Favorite Artists:
Arthur Rackum
Norman Rockwell
Charles Schultz
William Blake
Maurice Sendak
Favorite Writers:
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Jules Verne
Charlotte Bronte
Albert Schweitzer
Charles Dickens
H. P. Lovecraft
Aesop's Fables
Canfield sets the standard for the Stained Glass industry.
Youghiogheny Glass Company
Stained glass sheets and glass products for the art and stained glass industry.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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SGAA & SAMA Conference ~ CONFLUENCE ~ TOLEDO 2022 (and why YOU should go!) with Megan McElfresh
Today I’m speaking with Megan McElfresh from the Stained Glass Association of America. This will be her second appearance on Cracked. Her first episode with us was released November 23rd of last year, Episode 12, Season 1 and if you haven’t listened to that one yet, after today’s shorty go back and visit that one because it was one of the most important and informative episodes we’ve had, with the most amount of listens so clearly a fan favorite. I still get messages about it all the time!
Megan is back this time to give us the low-down on the glass and mosaic conference coming up in June happening in Toledo OH. She’s answering all the questions we have and announcing some new info too!
Join me as I crack it all wide open!
CONFLUENCE ~ TOLEDO 2022
June 27-30, 2022
By SGAA andSAMA"Please plan on joining your friends and colleagues both familiar and new for an inspirational and thought-provoking conference that will bring every facet of our industry together in celebration." Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel
444 N Summit St, Toledo, OH 43604
Book your Room Now!Last Day to Book: Wednesday, May 25, 2022
REGISTER
eventbrite.com/e/confluence-toledo-2022-tickets
To follow the SGAA on instagram their handle is @sgaa_hq.
STAINEDGLASS.ORG STAINEDGLASS.ORG STAINEDGLASS.ORG
The Professional Trade Association for Architectural Art Glass
Canfield Technologies
Canfield sets the standard for the Stained Glass industry.
Youghiogheny Glass Company
Stained glass sheets and glass products for the art and stained glass industry.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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