Rick Hickmann Art Glass

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 01:11:00 +0000

I met the Pugh's, like most of my clients, at the Sisters Harvest Faire. The lived in the Salem area but had previously lived in Central Oregon and really missed seeing the mountains. They specifically wanted a mountain view and all in clear glass. I love the mountains and I enjoy using all the variations of clear glass that are available. This was a project perfect for me. I don't think these photos do justice to the window and types of clear glass.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:58:00 +0000

The Fishers had this large opening on the stairway landing that looks down on the art gallery area. They didn't know what they wanted for a design. They live in an area of Black Butte Ranch that is forested and Aspens around but no mountain view. So I suggested a mountain view from the meadow at Black Butte. Then we added some local varieties of wildflowers in the corner. We worked closely on every aspect of the design and color and types of glass together. I enjoyed this project very much and am really happy with the outcome. The types of glass, Uroboros, cause the window to change drastically given lighting conditions. The window is about 3'x3'.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:44:00 +0000

They used to have a small curtain on the bottom half of the window. This is right next to the main entry so they wanted some privacy. We didn't want to totally block the view out front because its all trees and beautiful bushes so decided on a partial window. They are really happy with this and so am I.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 22:58:00 +0000

I did this window for the Holms in 2014. She wanted something flowing and natural he wanted structured. Always something to work through on every commissioned work. I enjoy those challenges. The photos are not very good ones really. It worked really well in the home and the colors are very nice. On my first visit to their home outside of Sisters Oregon I noticed bird feeders and talked with them about that. So decided to include the hummingbird. They told me months after the installation they were surprised how much they enjoy the window in different light.

Kuka's Corners

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 22:21:00 +0000

Kuka's Corners.

The first custom window corners for anyone. Many people don't seem to understand what my thought is with these. My concept is to provide some stained glass without the need to do a whole window. It still leaves a view, provides some color and it is much less expensive than a whole window. Thanks to the Kuka's for giving me this opportunity!

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 14:56:00 +0000

I made this in 1982. Linda's mom had it and gave it back to me since she has no place to hang it. It is currently on its way to Sandra, Linda's sister. It is not uncommon for me to be my biggest critic. I rarely look at any of my work and feel thrilled about it. I had this hanging in our house for a few days and I really liked it. I had made a number of this type window hanging back then. All done in brass circles and left with large areas of open space. This is what eventually developed into the window corner idea that I now have for sale. The idea is to make some items that I call affordable art. Most people can't afford a large piece of stained glass art but may enjoy having a smaller piece. I enjoy trying new ideas and ways of using stained glass so who knows what is next.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Tue, 20 May 2014 20:46:00 +0000

This is an Aspen window I built last year to have for sale and displayed at the Sisters Harvest Faire. It is one of my pieces that I use a foil overlay to create depth.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Tue, 20 May 2014 20:41:00 +0000

Finally updating this after much time. I have done other work but just small window corners mostly. This is installed at home that is a few miles outside of Sisters Oregon.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:43:00 +0000

The windows have been delivered. I don't think I will ever get over how tense I can be on delivery hoping my work is received well. Then comes such a feeling of reward from the excitement clients have on seeing the finished product. It is a wonderful experience. It sure didn't hurt that their final question was "so did you make enough money?"

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sat, 05 May 2012 23:19:00 +0000

The window for the door all done. Now treat the solder with chemicals to darken it then clean, clean, clean, wax, wax, polish. I'm thinking delivery may happen on Tuesday or Wednesday.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 23:38:00 +0000

The two side light windows finished. They will be installed on each side of the door not together like this. The darker green in the leaves does not show well in these photos but this gives you the general idea of what it looks like. Now on to the door window!

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:43:00 +0000

Struggling to find a way to photograph the sidelight window. Over 5 feet long so trying to figure it out without too many shadows to obstruct the shot. I really don't have much time to devote to figuring it out either since I've committed to a May 11th deadline. I'll just keep going. Copper foiling the second window now and the plan is to have it completed by the first part of the week.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:52:00 +0000

Window all cut now all I have to do is wrap every piece of glass with copper foil. The first photo is one piece on my finger tip. The second photo is the piece partially wrapped with the foil. It goes around the piece of glass and then it gets folded over the sides and smoothed out. Kind of like wrapping hundreds of very little packages.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:41:00 +0000

Here are some photos of the first window cut out and laying on the workbench. Still doesn't look like much but this is going to be a really great looking entry when done! Now each piece of the glass gets wrapped in copperfoil. I'm fortunate that I'm a very patient person since this part can be tedious, but always worth the time! There is a spot below where you can make comments or ask questions.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:55:00 +0000

The pattern is for the door. I make two copies
of that, one is cut up and used for glass cutting
while the other is where I put the pieces and
start building the window.
The background will be waterglass.
This Saturday I will be heading to Portland for
the day to Cline Glass to pick out glass and other
needed supplies. These windows will end up being
installed in a home in San Diego so I will not get to see it installed. When it leaves my hands it goes
to a local glass company that puts the windows in
an insulated glass system. It then gets crated
and shipped out. Sunday I get to start cutting glass!

Please feel free to use the comment section to ask questions or critique my work.

International Door

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 02:22:00 +0000

This is a new project I'm starting. It is sidelight windows and door stained glass. This is the full size drawing all marked up. I keep this one on file for future reference with all the window info. I will be posting more photos hopefully tomorrow and then throughout the whole project.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:28:00 +0000

Traditional style window corner on sale at Acadia Footwear in the Old Mill.
Linda had the idea for window corners and it fits with my thought of providing some affordable art.
I plan on a future project of creating a window valance that goes all the way across the top of a window.

Victorian style window corner at Acaidia Footwear.

Autumn Wind on sale at Acaidia Footwear.
Linda came up with the idea for a black frame which I never had given a thought to. I really like it!

A very simple leaf window corner at Acaidia Footwear.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:47:00 +0000

I'm still here working. I have a new window put together but need to finish the frame. Just taking my time to get it right. Also trying to get some other artists interested in displaying at the art walk in the Old Mill during the summer months. More to come................

Eagle rock windows installed

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 23:58:00 +0000

A couple of pictures of just the windows from inside with natural light.

Eagle Rock windows installed

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 23:56:00 +0000

Here is a couple of picutres of the entry to the Fireplace Room.

A couple of pictures from the inside.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:55:00 +0000

I decided to add one more of the center section. In this one you can really see the variations and look at the background glass. The lines you see really add depth to this. It is a nice setting for the colors of the flowers to make them stand out.

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:52:00 +0000

Here are the two windows finished and leaning in our front window. I will be installing them on October 25th and then posting pictures of them in the location.

This is a close up of the top left flower so you can see the color changes in the petals.
This is the bottom part the window. Even these don't give a good idea of the background glass variation in color and intensity. I can't wait to see them in the front door!

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:53:00 +0000

I thought I should provide some pictures of the setting. The first picture is the entry door that my windows are going into. The stained glass you see is in bad shape and really close to falling apart. The bottom picture Linda won't like but it is standing in the same place as the first picture and just turing slightly to the left. You can ignore the snow it NEVER snows there, especially in April when this was taken. However all those flowers peeking out of the fresh snow were pretty..............what a wonderful relaxing place!

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:37:00 +0000

I am going to take you through an overview of the process in designing and building a window.
This project is for the Dershams at Eagle Rock Lodge on the McKenzie river. If you ever want to get away to an absolutely gorgeous relaxing place with an incredible breakfast you should head to this place. It is beautiful!!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Rick Hickmann) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 20:37:00 +0000

The design is drawn to full scale and two copies are made.
One is to provide the layout of the glass to make sure it is fitting the
desired size. If you get this wrong boy do you have troubles. It
is not good to build a window that will not fit the opening!
The other sheet is the actual pattern. Each piece is cut out,
layed on the glass and marked then the piece of glass is cut
and layed out. The steps before reaching this point are actually
quite time consuming, meeting and discussing ideas, doing
research on the topic of design, sketching out ideas, then
drawing up a design from the sketches. I then discuss this with the client
to get input, make changes, and get a basic color selection.
Pricing is decided and agreed upon before I draw up the full
sized design and purchase supplies.