Creating accent lamps in this new art glass medium requires multiple stages. Up to ten separate coats of colored powder have to be carefully applied. Each must be heat cured into a glaze. Until the final color is complete, the impression is like a glimpse through a moving window—a preview. When the final coat is applied, that’s what I call the “Oh wow” moment.
What makes a Light Show glass lamp truly captivating?
Every lamp has a story, but a Light Show glass lamp takes that story to another level.These pieces are not just functional; they are works of art brought to life through a careful layering process. Each lamp is built with multiple coatings of colored powder that are heat-cured into a rich glaze. Until the last stage is complete, the artwork looks like a fleeting glimpse through a shifting window—teasing what’s to come. When the final layer is set and the light turns on, the transformation begins. In dim lighting, the lamp projects a burst of colors and shadows, creating that unforgettable “oh wow” moment.
Why a colorful light show lamp feels like a celebration
A colorful light show lamp isn’t just an accessory—it’s an experience. The interplay of color and light creates moving patterns across walls and surfaces, shifting as you walk around it. Each design, whether inspired by natural flowers, mythological figures, or celestial scenes, offers something new to admire every time it’s lit. The lamps celebrate both craftsmanship and creativity, turning everyday spaces into small galleries of living art.
A closer look at unique designs
Schilling Glass lamps come in a variety of themes and price ranges, each offering its own visual language. Some highlight delicate florals such as irises or chrysanthemums, while others capture bold imagery like fireflies, abstract faces, or starry formations. Each piece has its own mood—calming, dramatic, or whimsical. Paired with an LED light, these lamps not only brighten a room but also cast intricate reflections that make the atmosphere feel alive.
Perfect for art lovers and thoughtful gifting
These glass lamps make thoughtful gifts for anyone who values unique artistry. They fit beautifully in living rooms, reading corners, or creative workspaces, where their presence sparks inspiration. Their combination of hand-applied layers, careful curing, and the magic
of light projection means no two lamps are ever alike. They aren’t just décor; they’re meaningful additions that elevate personal spaces.
FAQs
Q: How are these lamps different from regular glass lamps?
A: They are layered with heat-cured color glazes that create intricate projections of color and shadow, rather than just emitting light.
Q: Do they work in bright rooms?
A: While they look striking in daylight, their full effect shines in dim or evening light when the LED highlights every detail.
Q: Are the designs one-of-a-kind?
A: Yes, each lamp is handcrafted, and the layering process ensures unique visual results.
Q: Can these lamps be used daily?
A: Absolutely. They are designed for regular use while retaining their artistic charm.
A light show glass lamp brings more than light—it brings a performance of color and shadow, making every moment it’s turned on feel like a celebration.
This lamp is inspired by a photo of peeling paint. There is a Peeling Paint Appreciation Society (PPAS). It’s on Facebook. If, like me, you are looking for a graphic resource which you can inspire your own creative activity, the PPAS is a gold mine. Their discoveries reveal a breadth of color and graphic composition that leap forward and proclaim, this way to freedom of expression.
There are seven separate glaze layers applied to this lamp.
This lamp is derived from a photo that is attributed to the creative eye of Mark Muller.
This dramatic puzzle background becomes a roadmap for a scatter of woven of scorched horse tail hairs. They create the wiggly black lines .
Photographs of flowers frozen in thin slabs of ice, Justus and Helen Schlichting have perfected into an art medium. Forever, their flowers dwell in a dynamic setting more alive than those found in any book of biological specimens. On this art glass lamp, I display their frozen Iceland Poppy. Expressing the poppy petals along with the swarm of bubbles swept me into their creative stream.
The petals are show in the translucent powder material called “soft candy red.” Petals are predominantly a translucent layer while shaded areas are a mixture of red with holographic black. Patterns of eyelets hint at the bubbles. They display either clear glass or the silver layer underlying the red. The central stamen is shown in orange. A matte white backdrop including patterns of eyelets suggests a frozen pond.
Altogether, this art glass lamp portrays a bold and elegant abstraction. It has powerful appeal in dim light when it broadcasts a riot of colors and patterns.
She is the ancient Greek goddess of crossroads, magic, witchcraft, the moon and the night. The cylindrical form of my unique glass lamp enabled me to transform two halves of her face into the depiction of one single face. Which way is she looking? Crossroads seemed an apt association for Hecate.
Hecate’s hair, rendered in cocoa bronze, displays a gold headband amongst blue and translucent red flowers. The gold ear dangle from her right ear becomes tears flowing from her left eye. She floats above a background in polar white, tinseled with a scattering of Klimt-like surrealistic doodles.
During the 17th century, landscape painter Ogata Korin created his iconic renderings of a field of irises. Copied innumerably, it appears on folding screens and fans. Here it encircles my powder coated glass lamp. See if you can find where Korin’s two-dimensional creation joins itself.
This cascading array of irises conveys the tranquil setting of an idyllic garden. Sprouting in a translucent gold field, irises are rendered in a vibrant shade of dark violet along with a transparent teal. On gold flower stalks they display amongst dark green and transparent pale green leaves.
Red Chrysanthemums was Inspired by a watercolor print, painted in an ancient Japanese brush style, sum-e. The primary petal color is translucent Soft Candy Red paired with pink and forest green leaves. A shimmering background of delicate silver and gold seamlessly highlights the vibrant blossoms. Beauty, purity, nobility, and endurance are the centuries-old symbolisms of chrysanthemums. During changing seasons, they symbolize longevity and happiness. The flower’s pristine appearance represents an ideal state of being.
A Japanese print depicting fireflies shimmering amid bamboo stalks and leaves inspired this lamp. In a gold field under a dark blue evening sky, the leaves and stems project as translucent teal streaks and the swarm of fireflies as half-moon dots. This lamp conveys the charm of a vibrant, natural setting.
The work of Gustav Klimt provides the direction for this creation. In a deep purple field edged with gold, clear glass ribbons intertwine with geometric patterns. The lamp evokes a sense of playfulness and artistic flair with its brilliant ribbons of colored light.
My grandchild asked, “Where do stars come from?” Star Birth is my response. Glistening in a light blue base, stars begin as bright sparkles in clear glass. When evening becomes a red sunset, these sparkles rise and join with each other. From there, they ascend into a black night sky as full-grown stars. Here they shine for billions of years.
Creating accent lamps in this new art glass medium requires multiple stages. Up to ten separate coats of colored powder have to be carefully applied. Each must be heat cured into a glaze. Until the final color is complete, the impression is like a glimpse through a moving window—a preview. When the final coat is applied, that’s what I call the “Oh wow” moment.
What makes a Light Show glass lamp truly captivating?
Every lamp has a story, but a Light Show glass lamp takes that story to another level.These pieces are not just functional; they are works of art brought to life through a careful layering process. Each lamp is built with multiple coatings of colored powder that are heat-cured into a rich glaze. Until the last stage is complete, the artwork looks like a fleeting glimpse through a shifting window—teasing what’s to come. When the final layer is set and the light turns on, the transformation begins. In dim lighting, the lamp projects a burst of colors and shadows, creating that unforgettable “oh wow” moment.
Why a colorful light show lamp feels like a celebration
A colorful light show lamp isn’t just an accessory—it’s an experience. The interplay of color and light creates moving patterns across walls and surfaces, shifting as you walk around it. Each design, whether inspired by natural flowers, mythological figures, or celestial scenes, offers something new to admire every time it’s lit. The lamps celebrate both craftsmanship and creativity, turning everyday spaces into small galleries of living art.
A closer look at unique designs
Schilling Glass lamps come in a variety of themes and price ranges, each offering its own visual language. Some highlight delicate florals such as irises or chrysanthemums, while others capture bold imagery like fireflies, abstract faces, or starry formations. Each piece has its own mood—calming, dramatic, or whimsical. Paired with an LED light, these lamps not only brighten a room but also cast intricate reflections that make the atmosphere feel alive.
Perfect for art lovers and thoughtful gifting
These glass lamps make thoughtful gifts for anyone who values unique artistry. They fit beautifully in living rooms, reading corners, or creative workspaces, where their presence sparks inspiration. Their combination of hand-applied layers, careful curing, and the magic
of light projection means no two lamps are ever alike. They aren’t just décor; they’re meaningful additions that elevate personal spaces.
FAQs
Q: How are these lamps different from regular glass lamps?
A: They are layered with heat-cured color glazes that create intricate projections of color and shadow, rather than just emitting light.
Q: Do they work in bright rooms?
A: While they look striking in daylight, their full effect shines in dim or evening light when the LED highlights every detail.
Q: Are the designs one-of-a-kind?
A: Yes, each lamp is handcrafted, and the layering process ensures unique visual results.
Q: Can these lamps be used daily?
A: Absolutely. They are designed for regular use while retaining their artistic charm.
A light show glass lamp brings more than light—it brings a performance of color and shadow, making every moment it’s turned on feel like a celebration.
