Designs in Glass
My stained glass journey began after taking a course in the late 1980s. After our family moved to Fenelon Falls in 2006, I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing the Tour as a visitor in 2008. I applied and was accepted to join the group in 2009 (as a guest artist at Heather Salzman’s studio). I’ve been participating in the Tour every year since then…even through the two years of Covid!
(Janice Addison joined me as a guest artist in 2015 and every year since then. Deb Craven joined us in 2024 and will return for her third time this year.)
So much work goes into preparing for the Tour. Building inventory, cleaning and clearing out the studio and garage space to create a welcoming environment for my guest artists and our Tour visitors. We always open the doors on the first day with nervous excitement. There is real joy in meeting our visitors. Throughout the years, their kindness, interest and encouragement have been a wonderful gift.
Inspiration: I’ve included an image of a stained glass panel I made many years ago for my parent’s new home. Before they sold the farm, I made a crayon etching of one of the old leaded glass panels from the farmhouse. I recreated that pattern to adorn the front doors in the new house, and it’s been a beloved piece ever since. Inspiration is all around me!
My studio is open year-round by appointment only.
Janet Tysiak
Glass is a fascinating and somewhat transparent substance that Janet uses to create timeless pieces of art. The ever-changing nature of light brings life to stained glass projects. Expert workmanship, colour sense and attention to detail is obvious in the glass panels and decor items she designs and builds.
Janet also created her own unique line of jewellery. She assembles a stylish blend of gemstones, crystals and glass beads and crochets them onto fine wire, making it wearable art.
Her studio, Designs in Glass, is open year-round by appointment. Custom work welcomed.
(705) 887-2229
janettysiak@gmail.com
