Deborah Anne Harrison  – Deborah Anne Harrison Designs

I have always loved the translucence of stained glass: my brain seems to light up with pleasure when I behold its brilliant, bold colors. I try to capture the luminous magic of stained glass to depict the stunning Pacific Northwest landscapes and seascapes, lakes and waterfalls.

I like to work with a very special stained glass called ‘waterglass’. When placed in window light, its ripples catch and reflect the sun. They make the glass sparkle and shimmer and it seems to dance, giving the sense of peering into a watery realm.

Working with glass is challenging, but I enjoy experimenting with novel approaches. Several years ago, I discovered that “layering” my stained glass had a very pleasing result: a three-dimensional sculpture that is rich with complexity and depth.

I aspire to have my artwork capture a bit of the exquisite natural beauty that surrounds us.