‘Shush! Don’t Tell Them How It’s Done!’

That’s something we never say

"Secrets! What is it with some people?"

Right from the start, David and I decided to put teaching right at the heart of Williams & Byrne. And here’s why.

I remember packing in my office job and saying I was going to take up stained glass.

And I also remember – with two honourable exceptions – how ridiculously hard it was to get sensible advice or even halfway competent instruction.

What is it with some people? Do they think the techniques belong to them? Are they scared of someone doing better? I don’t know what it is. But it’s crazy.

To my mind, the techniques belong to anyone who’s got the patience and the will to learn them.

And as for someone learning to paint better than us, it’s really not a competition between us and anyone else.

What really matters is that the long tradition of stained glass painting somehow regenerates itself and grows stronger over time.

And the tradition needs newcomers and excellence in order to grow

The tradition also needs people who are brave enought raise their hand and say, “Yes, I want to get better at this, and this, and this: just tell me how!”

To be fair, David had a very different experience when he started out.

No doubt that’s why he was one of the honourable exceptions who gladly shared his knowledge with me. (The other one was Leo Amery, an English stained glass painter who lives and works in France.)

David spent a long time in Patrick Reyntien’s studios, and Patrick was as generous with him as he is with everyone who has the interest and attention.

So that’s why teaching is at the heart of all our work.

You can maybe join us here in the studio on an intensive glass painting course.

But I know that isn’t practical for many people.

So David and I spent a long time figuring out what will work best for anyone – beginner or improver – who can’t get here yet really wants to paint glass beautifully.

We came up with 3 key things.

Here they are:

1. Step-by-step information to read and re-read and try for yourself
2. A way of “joining us” and watching us work in the studio
3. A way of asking us questions and getting answers

So that’s why we came up with this solution:

1. A downloadable stained glass painting manual, packed with close-up photos and clear instructions
2. 70 minutes of online video demonstrations
3. E-mail support

Does that sound good to you?

All I can say is that, if you want to learn or improve your kiln-fired glass painting skills, and you’re willing to put in a good amount of work, then do yourself a favour and “join” us today.

Maybe it’ll be one of the best investments you’ll ever make in yourself – really getting to see and feel how it’s all done.

Here’s the detail …

Guaranteed – glass painting techniques that change the way you paint stained glass

Yes, guaranteed. Don’t take my word for it. Here’s one true story from 1000s:

“About ten years ago I thought I would try glass painting but I couldn’t find any detailed instructions anywhere apart from the Albinas Elskus book. As a beginner, this book provided a good overview of the subject but not enough detail – my first attempts at glass painting resulted in mixed results. At that time I got the impression that practice of glass painting was a closely guarded secret …

After ten years I decided to try and find information again. And I was astounded by the information you were supplying. I am now confident that I can start learning how to do stained glass painting and have many projects that I want to pursue. Thank you! I am very impressed” (Denis Leys, New South Wales, Australia)

Here you will find essential glass painting skills plus excellent day-to-day support.

For instance, just in the introduction, you will learn not 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 but …

9 essential ways to use a palette knife

Just from the introduction.

Imagine what you will learn from the other 129 pages …

• The best way to mix stained glass paint – you won’t find this detail anywhere else yet how can you trace and shade unless your paint is perfectly prepared and mixed?
• The importance of painting with a lump of paint – not a teaspoonful (which would be useless)
• Why it’s easier when you paint an undercoat before you trace, and how to do this
• The correct way to hold and use a painting bridge
• How to organize your painting palette
• How to restore and reuse dried paint (saves waste)
• How to shade before you trace (adds subtlety)
• Why stained glass silhouettes are the best way to improve your tracing
• How to paint with oil on top of unfired water-based paint (gives your glass painting a wonderful depth plus a beautiful finish)
• How to do all your stained glass painting in a single firing
• Painting on the front and back of the glass in a single firing (saves time)
• Techniques of highlighting and softened highlights (adds subtlety)
• How to make painted glass seem old (great for restoration)
• Give depth and perspective to your glass
• How to use a toothbrush to give age and texture to your glass …

Introducing the “Real Glass Painting” Manual – Last 2 weeks

“Glass Painting Techniques and Secrets from an English Stained Glass Studio” from Williams & Byrne

What it is

You’ll immediately download 130 full-colour pages of glass painting techniques.

This is in fact the studio’s very own stained glass painting manual – the one we use to teach the glass painters who come and work with us.

You’ll get lots of practical suggestions on what works, what doesn’t and why.

We’ll destroy a load of silly myths and confusions which cause many people huge trouble.

And above all we aim to inspire you to paint glass beautifully.

This is your opportunity to download a unique 6-part practical companion where you will find out about paint mixing, silhouetting, shading, tracing, highlighting and painting glass with oil – all in just one firing.

That’s right:

All in just one firing.

But that’s not all – also comes with online video

So, by joining now, you will get immediate access to the 130-page studio stained glass painting manual – this comes as an electronic PDF (e-book) which you can download and print as often as you want.

But that’s not all.

You will also get exclusive access to an amazing collection of online stained glass painting demonstrations.

You’ll watch more than 70 minutes.

Now what makes these videos “amazing” as we claim?

Easy!

Time and again, the camera cuts to what is happening on the palette.

This means you really see the kind of things you’d see if you were working with us in our studio.

As people say:

“These videos are just wonderful! The wealth of knowledge in them is just astounding. If you only knew what troubles I went through initially to find the ‘correct’ information as I started off into the world of glass painting” (John Olsen, Ohio, US)

Really enjoying your video demos – there is nothing like seeing the techniques in action. Well done! (David Elliot, Wissett, England)

“These are well done and very instructional. The thing that I enjoy the most is just the fact of participating in activity that rewards excellent craftsmanship. Good for you!” (Bill Disbro, Jamestown, US)

“These video demonstrations are too good to miss” (Brian Laughlin, Ohio, US)

“Thank you so much for these videos. I watch them over and over again. They help me see where I complicate things for myself!” (Joanne Legault, Winnipeg, Canada)

“Thanks for the videos. It’s definitely helpful to watch the experts!” (Stacey Symington, Denver US)

“I love the videos and being able to hear your voices – it really helps me to understand the technique” (Cindy L Whitehead, Texas, US)

“I am so enjoying the videos. One of the many valuable points I’ve learned from watching them is the importance of taking your time. I am so encouraged by your advice” (Karen Davids, Aberdeenshire, Scotland)

But even that’s not all – now with e-mail support

So you get to download the studio’s glass painting manual.

Plus you get a collection of excellent online videos.

But even that’s not all …

Also, when you join, you can e-mail us your questions.

We don’t know everything. But you’re welcome to share anything that we do know. Just ask. (Like thousands before you.)

Think about it: can you find such service anywhere else?

What will just one useful answer be worth to you?

How many hours’ will it save you?

How much expense?

Just ask your questions.

And we will write back with what we know.

“I already feel like I’ve become part of an online school with real professors” (Michael Lipina, New York, US)

“Thanks for your repeated offers of help. In this case your assistance was just too tempting to pass up!” (Pat LeVan, North Carolina, US)

“Your tutorials are saving me weeks of false starts, expensive wasted materials, and the other myriad heartaches of self-teaching” (Katherine Ragan, Buffalo, US)

“Your online help and e-mails are just so good!” (Peta Crooks, South Africa)

“I am really impressed. I do appreciate your effort to be in touch with your pupils. It is this promise which made me buy the e-book” (Ilana Fried, Israel)

Only until 31st March 2010 – Last 2 weeks

E-mail support means we can only accept new users from time to time and in strictly limited numbers.

We can only offer this information and support from time-to-time.

Therefore this glass painting e-book is only on sale until 31st March 2010 or for the next 250 downloads, whichever comes sooner.

What this download is not

You maybe know all too well that many books promise to turn you into a talented stained glass painter “in a weekend” or even quicker.

Worse still, many glass painting books contain half-truths – or downright errors. Their recipes are wrong or incomplete. Their procedures don’t work. You don’t get a real and exciting idea of how proper kiln-fired stained glass painting is really done.

Few of these books’ authors have played in the big arena.

We make honourable and respectful exceptions of Albinus Elskus and Patrick Reyntiens, both of whom have written very important books that you should read, along with this one here for you today.

And too many of these books are in the “become-an-artist-overnight” field.

If that interests you, read no further. Sorry, it can’t be done.

So,what you will get from us is much broader and, to be honest, much harder work.

You’re going to get the stained glass painting techniques we use each day to make our very own windows at Williams & Byrne.

Everything from the best way to prepare a perfect lump of glass paint to how to paint with oil on top of unfired water-based paint.

Along the way you’ll also discover how to shade before you trace, as well as how to paint both undercoats and overcoats (hint: undercoats prime the glass before you trace on them, whilst overcoats enable you to transform lines into shadows).

And, from the comments we’ve received, we’re also confident we’ll do something else. Despite the hard work (yes), we will also make it fun. You will enjoy the experience of working hard with us.

You have nothing to risk except what you will not learn unless you act now. There’s no need to take our word for it. Just read what other people say:

“Your willingness to share is incredibly kind” (Jerry Thompson, Texas, US)

“Truly inspired” (Norman Walker, Deux-Sevres, France)

“This e-book is amazing” (Alison Evans, Welling, UK)

“Detailed and easy to follow” (Richard Bancroft, Boston, US)

“Such a beautiful e-book” (Kevin Thornhill, Florida, US)

Who this for – and who it is NOT for

We believe you will have fun working together with us. You can see the kind of experience from this very website. Instruction should be a little “unexpected” – it keeps everyone’s attention.

But this offer is for serious people. For people who see that are no short cuts. You have to pay your dues. And working hard, trying and trying again until you succeed – this is all part of it.

All the same, you realize that your journey will be shorter when you learn what someone who’s done it before has discovered – you don’t need to repeat all the mistakes which have taught us our lessons.

Be prepared to put the time in.

This e-book and the videos are the real thing. They are not a box of silly tricks.

This offer is perfect for beginners and for professionals. But it’s not for dabblers and time-wasters.

If you’re serious, this offer is for you.

“I love your e-book! It addresses all the problems I’ve been wrestling with” (Peter Reardon, Round Rock, Texas, US)

“I’m enjoying your e-book immensely!” (Lorraine Maillet, Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, US)

“Your methods, your simple explanations, and the wonderful follow-up service you provide are as beneficial as anything I have ever experienced in the business” (Steven Whorl, Abell, Maryland, US)

“Excellent … sets a new standard” (Terry Brawley, Florida, US)

“Magnificent!” (Claude Thoraval, France)

“Such valuable information” (Melissa Vogel, UK)

“I’m so impressed by your service” (Richard Carder, Milton Keynes, UK)

“I can’t thank you enough” (Maurice Mahler, New Jersey, US)

“A revelation!” (Julia Holdcroft, Sussex, UK)

“So helpful and informative” (Charlotte Pennington, Florida, US)

Now let’s be clear. Here’s what you won’t get:

• So-called “short-cuts” which don’t work
• “Infallible” ways to design world-dominating windows
• A “hypnotic formula” to command respect and adoration from the art-world

To repeat: we won’t turn you into stained glass painters overnight. (It takes work.)

You won’t find something that will attract commissions to you like a magnet. You won’t learn how to paint glass in your sleep. No miracles.

But now you may have some idea of what we will do for you if you have already joined our newsletter. (And if you haven’t, you can still join here.)

Some professional glass painters say they wish they’d got our manual instead of going to glass painters’ college.

And we’ve been told time and time again that people learn more from one weekend with us than they do in a whole long year of evening classes.

Our video demonstrations are probably better than anything you’ve seen before – unless you’ve had the good fortune to stand right next to a master glass painter for several hours while they painted!

For instance, during a demonstration, who ever told you not to look at the glass but to watch the palette?

Now that we mention it, isn’t it obvious?

When you watch the palette, you see where all the “magic” really happens.

There you are! That’s the kind of thing you’ll get from us.

Your no-risk guarantee

For anyone who’s seriously interested in kiln-fired stained glass painting, this is really a no-brainer, since we’ve removed the risks:

• Just ask and you can have your money back at any time
• Just ask and you can have a fresh download of the 130-page manual at any time – nothing extra to pay if your computer crashes or anything

So that’s the offer:

• Your own copy of this technique- and photo-packed glass painting manual
• Exclusive access to a wonderful series of video demonstrations
• E-mail support
• Your complete satisfaction and enjoyment or your money back

All for US$27.97 or the equivalent in your own currency.

To join today for a one-off payment of US$27.97, click here.

Just $27^.97 today

This download is only available until 31st March 2010 / next 250 downloads, whichever comes sooner

Click here to download now

“Just a note of thank you. I had spent twenty seven plus American dollars to purchase your book because I am interested in the art of glass staining and surfacing.  I was not sure that I was making a good decision because I was not receiving a “real book”. However, I had my affirmation quickly.  I received enough value in the first evening of reading my download to justify my investment.  Now, I have the additional opportunity to see a raft of videos that bring further meaning to the processes of glass “staining”.  You guys are great and generous proponents of the art!  Thank you” (Michael Gonta, New York, US)

Why should we tell you our techniques and secrets?

That’s a funny idea, that the techniques are “ours” and that they should be kept secret.

But maybe it’s a fair question:

Why do we share with you?

Well, when we started out, we both had very different experiences.

David was encouraged, while Stephen met closed doors and secrecy.

Which story sounds most familiar to you? …

Listen to this short interview that we gave the BBC and find out why, for very different reasons, we are now both so determined to share with you:

What you’ll learn from the Real Glass Painting manual – Last 2 weeks

We’ve separated things into six convenient sections:

1. How to mix perfect paint and look after your glass painting palette
2. How to flood and “block in” with paint and make beautiful silhouettes like lettering
3. How to shade
4. How to trace
5. How to highlight
6. How to paint with oil on top of unfired water-based glass paint

So that’s the outline. Now here’s a little more detail. Remember the price today is US$27.97 for this manual plus the videos plus the e-mail support plus the no-risk guarantees.

To join us today for a one-off payment of US$27.97, click here.

Just $27^.97 today

This download is only available until 31st March 2010 / next 250 downloads, whichever comes sooner

Click here to download now

Part 1 How to mix perfect glass paint every time

The first secret of beautiful kiln-fired glass painting is your paint.

When you mix glass paint as you will discover here, you will find it so much easier to paint glass beautifully.

You will learn:

• How to mix perfect paint, all the ingredients, and their proportions
• How to test your paint
• The consistency you must have
• The tools and equipment you need
• How to keep your paint fresh for weeks and even months
• The different kinds of paint (glass paint, silver stain, enamels)

This is just the first of many techniques that other books neglect.

Your brush is not a magic wand, so you absolutely must have perfect in order to paint glass beautifully. Here you will see and learn exactly what you must do.

“A new world has opened for me: fascinating” (Ivo de Croock, Antwerp, Belgium)

“Your step-by-step instructions are just what I need” (Linda Zorichak, Germany)

“Such a great help!” (Ab Evenhuis, Veldhoven, Netherlands)

Part 2 How to paint stained glass silhouettes

Here’s an essential technique that you will use time and time again.

And by painting stained glass silhouettes as you see here, you will learn many other important skills as well, such as:

• How you can use your light box to prevent mistakes on glass
• How an undercoat of paint will help you trace light and delicate lines
• How to paint on top of unfired paint (many books say this is impossible – they are all wrong!)
• How to flood large areas of glass with dark paint which doesn’t blister in the kiln

There are more than 70 color photographs in Part 2 to show you how to paint stained glass silhouettes.

There are step-by-step instructions in clear English plus 12 original silhouettes for you to copy and use.

And you always have our risk-free money-back guarantee.

“Your e-book helps me paint with a much better understanding of the art” (Joanne Legault, Manitoba, Canada)

“Congratulations on an excellent e-book” (John Wilson, Eccles, England)

“You are simply exquisite. Thank you so much for your wonderful activity” (Mafalda Castellani, Rome, Italy)

“A treasure trove of ideas” (Shereen Timmerman, California, USA)

Part 3 Shading and matting

Most people think you shade and matt only after you’ve fired your trace lines. But here you will discover a completely different way of shading stained glass – it is amazing.

You will discover how to shade before you trace, then paint your trace lines, then fire your glass just once.

Saves money, saves time. And the very best thing is this – that you will find new confidence in glass painting.

• More than 60 color photos in Part 3 to show you how to paint gorgeous, soft shadows
• Step-by-step instructions in clear and simple English
• 4 designs for you to copy

“Fabulous” (Linda Graham, Suffolk, England

“… your thoughtful e-book” (Irene de Hosson, Marum, Netherlands)

“You make a great difference in peoples’ lives” (Cindy Whitehead, Texas, US)

Part 4 Tracing techniques

Here you will learn how to trace with confidence and style.

Delicate long thin lines as well as bold dark strokes:

• How to trace lightly
• How to reinforce a line
• How to thicken a line
• How to create textures and shadows using spots

You will also learn about the different kinds of tracing brush and how to judge the consistency of your glass paint.

“Wonderful and informative: I am totally thrilled” (Diane Armitage, California, USA)

“This e-book fills in the gaps that other books leave” (Maggi Macaulay, Quebec, Canada)

“Excellent” (Rubèn Alberto Pere Bugnest, Buenos Aires, Argentina)

Part 5 Techniques of highlighting

Stained glass highlights make all the difference to the final appearance of your painted stained glass.

Put one single highlight in the wrong place, and your many hours of careful painting will be destroyed.

But, when you put your highlights in the right place, then suddenly your glass will sing.

So here’s where you will learn what to do to make your glass sparkle with many different kinds of highlight: that’s how you’ll make this lovely bee take flight.

This fantastic 21-page chapter contains:

• Clear step-by-step instructions
• Over 100 close-up color photos in Part 5, so you see you exactly what to do
• A copy of the beautiful stained glass design for you to copy

“I am so impressed by the knowledge you are willing to share: you are the best” (Charlotte Pennington, Florida, USA)

“I love your techniques” (Louise Carbonneau Vermeiren, Ontario Canada)

“Your e-book inspires me further” (Sue Sills, Wiltshire, England)

Part 6 The secret of painting with oil on glass

This one chapter on its own is worth the “price of admission”.

Now you will discover something that even Albinus Elskus doesn’t show you – how to paint with oil-based paint on top of unfired water-based paint.

And we don’t mean using a nib and oil – that’s easy.

You will actually learn how to use a brush and oil-based paint on top of all those layers of unfired water-based paint.

Wouldn’t you think this would disturb the unfired traced lines and shading beneath?

Well, it doesn’t. Here’s where you learn how and why.

You will also discover how to shade with oil: if you haven’t done this before, get ready for a wonderful new skill.

This technique will change the way you paint stained glass: that’s guaranteed!

“I am thoroughly enjoying this e-book. It completely changes the way I paint stained glass” (Ken de Leeuw, New York, US)

“… the most complete information …” (Dave Kimmel, Pennsylvania, US)

“Your advice is so precious” (Ewa Nerkowska, Warsaw, Poland)

So …

• Read the text
• Examine the close-up photos
• Ask questions
• And watch the glass painting demonstrations again and again, at any time.

Important – must end soon – Last 2 weeks

We must close and withdraw this offer on 31st March 2010 or after the next 250 downloads.

This is so that you will get the kind of one-to-one support which makes all the difference.

Download this kiln-fired stained glass painting manual right now for just $27^.97 – you choose the currency.

“Thank you for inspiring me” (Stephanie Lostimolo, Oregan, USA)

“Your techniques work like a dream” (Judy Albright, Texas, USA)

“Your techniques save me so much time” (Chris Brown, Sussex, England)

“Brilliant” (Lynsey Hayward, Aukland, New Zealand)

“I love your information” (Deborah Wilcox, New Mexico, US)

“Outstanding” (Terry Stone, Nova Scotia, Canada)

“Gorgeous work and clear instructions” (Roxane Gilbert, Wisconsin, US)

“Excellent e-book and outstanding customer service” (Calvin Carter, Saskatchewan, Canada)

“Thank you for being available to answer my questions” (Christine Kilgore, Indiana, US)

“Very impressive and helpful material” (Claire O’Halloran, West Kerry, Ireland)

“Such quality of service!” (Julia Williamson, Ontario, Canada)

“Your glass painting course is awesome” (Darlene Fascenmeyer, US)

“Who would have thought that I could learn to paint beautiful stained glass from someone in England while I am still in Texas?” (Cindy Whitehead, Texas, US)

This is the first stained glass painting course to include all the features we’ve created for you.

So we want to set the bar high and get more people painting glass as beautifully as possible.

We’ve worked hard over the past 5 years to develop this professional glass painting course.

And now we’re ready to see it helping people like you:

• Immediate download
• Risk-free 100% money-back guarantee
• E-mail support
• Exclusive access to online video demonstrations
• Repeat download at any time in case of data loss

Your own personal copy of Glass Painting Techniques & Secrets from an English Stained Glass Studio is available right now for immediate download for just $27^.97. (You choose the currency.)

Online video demonstrations

Imagine what it will be like to watch and learn as if you are with us in the studio:

• How to mix perfect glass paint
• How to prime your glass with a light and lovely undercoat
• How to copy-trace a line
• How to strengthen and thicken a traced line
• How to flood

And then we’ll be here to answer your questions.

“Thank you for capturing your studio experience on paper” (David Thompson, Virginia, US)

“Thank you so much for this hard-to-find information!” (Marian Parr, Indiana, USA)

“Your web-site is like finding a candy store” (Genevieve Brunel-Aronowsky, New York, USA)

“… so incredibly helpful” (Robert Grant, California, USA)

“… your generosity in sharing your knowledge” (Karl Carpani, Kent, England)

“Excellent work!” (Jerry Quinn, Virginia, US)

“Clear and wonderful” (Rosie Daniels, London, UK)

“Priceless” (William Sweet, Kentucky, US)

“Wonderful” (Sandra Manzi, Ontario, Canada)

“Thank you so much for all the tips and information” (Eve Hamner, Nevada City, US)

“Impressive service and great follow-up” (Paul Hollis, Kenley, UK)

So what it’s to be?

Go on! Join us!

That’s the deal. As I say, David and I have given this our best energies.

Whether you’re a newcomer or someone who’s been painting glass for some time, it doesn’t matter.

What matters is that you don’t need to struggle on alone (unless you want to).

And, yes, within minutes, you can get your hands and eyes on a huge resource of glass painting techniques and ideas.

After that, we’re just an e-mail away. We don’t know everything, but we’ll gladly share.

Sound good to you?

Just $27^.97 today
so join us today and download this comprehensive glass painting manual right now

Important: we must close and withdraw this offer on 31st March 2010 / after the next 250 downloads whichever comes sooner

• Immediate access
• 100s of close- photos
• Clear and simple explanations
• E-mail support
• Repeat downloads on request
• 100% money-back guarantee
• PLUS more than 70 minutes of online video demonstrations

Ends 31st March 2010 / next 250 downloads, whichever comes sooner