Bespoke stained glass commissions allow an idea, memory or favourite subject to become a permanent work of art. Christine Saunders creates custom stained glass from her Somerset studio, working directly with clients to develop designs that are personal, practical and filled with colour.
Why commission a stained glass artist?
Commissioning an artist gives you control over the subject, colours, dimensions and atmosphere of the finished piece. Instead of adapting your space to a standard product, the artwork is designed around your requirements.
A commission may celebrate wildlife, a landscape, a family story or an important occasion. It can also solve a practical interior need by increasing privacy while still allowing natural light to enter.
Stained glass commissions for homes and gifts
Amber Dragons accepts ideas for decorative panels, door and window features, hanging artwork, memorial pieces and distinctive handmade gifts. Subjects frequently include animals, birds, flowers, moonlit scenes, spiritual imagery and the British countryside.
- Feature panels for windows, doors and interior spaces
- Wildlife and pet portraits interpreted in glass
- Memorial artwork marking a life or cherished animal
- Wedding, anniversary and milestone birthday gifts
- Literary, Gothic, mythical and celestial themes
How the commissioning process works
- Initial conversation: share the idea, intended location, preferred size and any meaningful details.
- Design development: Christine translates the brief into a composition suitable for stained glass.
- Colour and glass selection: textures and tones are chosen for their appearance in changing light.
- Handmaking: each glass section is cut, shaped and assembled using traditional methods.
- Finishing and delivery: the completed artwork is inspected, securely packaged and prepared for its new home.
Designed for light, structure and longevity
A successful stained glass design must do more than look attractive on paper. The lead lines form part of the composition while providing strength, and the chosen glass must work with the direction and intensity of available light.
Christine considers these practical requirements from the beginning. This ensures the finished panel remains visually balanced and suitable for its intended setting.
Handmade by Christine Saunders
Every Amber Dragons commission is created by Christine rather than outsourced or mass-produced. Handmaking allows close control over colour, detail and finish. Natural differences in glass texture make each artwork genuinely one of a kind.
Start your bespoke stained glass commission
You do not need a completed drawing before making an enquiry. A subject, photograph, colour preference or description of the space is often enough to begin. Contact Amber Dragons to discuss your idea, timescale and suitable options with Christine.
