Ariel 2.4 Leaded Glass Mirror
Thomas Kline's "Ariel" A Study in Leaded Glass
As the title for the exhibit suggests, Kline's conceptual intention
in these works is to play with the possibilities of light and color,
albeit through a highly formal logic of proportion and design. Kline's
approach to color is informed by the color-theory of Joseph Albers, and
by Albers' student, Thomas Kass, with whom Kline studied at the
University of Utah.
Kline takes from Albers the idea of the simultaneous reinforcement of
contrasts--a technique of pairing complementary colors such that the
after-image of each color interactively enhances the others. The effect
of this color phenomenon is to generate a more vibrant, more
physiologically affective reading of the works; the viewer or 'reader'
of the color-texts that Kline creates is addressed in an almost personal
way.
The geometric forms of the works are inspired by the layering-effect
of Armenian carpet design, and by the stylized design proportions of
Classical Greece. Space and form thus provide the frame for the
interplay of colors, which are the focal content of the overall work.
"Ariel" is a departure from--or extension of--Kline's usual work.
For several years he has focused on the monumental aspect of stained
glass work, and has been involved in the restoration of historical
architectural landmarks, most notably Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House,
where Kline engineered replicas of Wright's original stained glass designs.
With "Ariel", he shifts his focus and attempts to recontextualize the Stained
glass medium in an interior design application.
Kline Leaded Glass is based in Chicago.
-Brenda Atkins
Ariel 2 series dimensions: 62.5cm x 62.5cm,
5/8th in beveled glass mirror with Chicago Art Glass luster and Van Gogh back pained glue chip glass bordered with brass came.
Thomas Kline's "Ariel" A Study in Leaded Glass
As the title for the exhibit suggests, Kline's conceptual intention
in these works is to play with the possibilities of light and color,
albeit through a highly formal logic of proportion and design. Kline's
approach to color is informed by the color-theory of Joseph Albers, and
by Albers' student, Thomas Kass, with whom Kline studied at the
University of Utah.
Kline takes from Albers the idea of the simultaneous reinforcement of
contrasts--a technique of pairing complementary colors such that the
after-image of each color interactively enhances the others. The effect
of this color phenomenon is to generate a more vibrant, more
physiologically affective reading of the works; the viewer or 'reader'
of the color-texts that Kline creates is addressed in an almost personal
way.
The geometric forms of the works are inspired by the layering-effect
of Armenian carpet design, and by the stylized design proportions of
Classical Greece. Space and form thus provide the frame for the
interplay of colors, which are the focal content of the overall work.
"Ariel" is a departure from--or extension of--Kline's usual work.
For several years he has focused on the monumental aspect of stained
glass work, and has been involved in the restoration of historical
architectural landmarks, most notably Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House,
where Kline engineered replicas of Wright's original stained glass designs.
With "Ariel", he shifts his focus and attempts to recontextualize the Stained
glass medium in an interior design application.
Kline Leaded Glass is based in Chicago.
-Brenda Atkins
Ariel 2 series dimensions: 62.5cm x 62.5cm,
5/8th in beveled glass mirror with Chicago Art Glass luster and Van Gogh back pained glue chip glass bordered with brass came.
Thomas Kline's "Ariel" A Study in Leaded Glass
As the title for the exhibit suggests, Kline's conceptual intention
in these works is to play with the possibilities of light and color,
albeit through a highly formal logic of proportion and design. Kline's
approach to color is informed by the color-theory of Joseph Albers, and
by Albers' student, Thomas Kass, with whom Kline studied at the
University of Utah.
Kline takes from Albers the idea of the simultaneous reinforcement of
contrasts--a technique of pairing complementary colors such that the
after-image of each color interactively enhances the others. The effect
of this color phenomenon is to generate a more vibrant, more
physiologically affective reading of the works; the viewer or 'reader'
of the color-texts that Kline creates is addressed in an almost personal
way.
The geometric forms of the works are inspired by the layering-effect
of Armenian carpet design, and by the stylized design proportions of
Classical Greece. Space and form thus provide the frame for the
interplay of colors, which are the focal content of the overall work.
"Ariel" is a departure from--or extension of--Kline's usual work.
For several years he has focused on the monumental aspect of stained
glass work, and has been involved in the restoration of historical
architectural landmarks, most notably Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House,
where Kline engineered replicas of Wright's original stained glass designs.
With "Ariel", he shifts his focus and attempts to recontextualize the Stained
glass medium in an interior design application.
Kline Leaded Glass is based in Chicago.
-Brenda Atkins
Ariel 2 series dimensions: 62.5cm x 62.5cm,
5/8th in beveled glass mirror with Chicago Art Glass luster and Van Gogh back pained glue chip glass bordered with brass came.