Stained glass master piece is something between the art and craft. When a piece of glass is decorated with colors or it is stained by fusing it with metal oxides on it for purely decorative applications like in vases, windows and mirrors are called the stained glass work. It can be regarded as something between aesthetic form and practical function of art. Stained glass can be used to decorate buildings, pots, mirrors, vases etc. Their unique way of controlling the light and blending of colors into the incoming sun light give it a decorative importance in the architecture of buildings especially the cathedrals.
Objectives
- It is a time taking delicate activity that leads towards the development of tolerance. Stained glass develops.
- Language when the kids learn about the terminology used in stained glass work and discuss things with other children during work.
- Social skills.
- Sense of time and place.
- Span of concentration and focusing ability.
- Sense that how to follow the instructions.
- Sense of risk taking and observing precautions to avoid loss.
- Imagination of the children.
- Cognitive skills and leads towards the development of problem solving skills.
- Creative abilities.