Tue Apr 22 00:39:00 UTC 2025: **Bengaluru Artist Revives Centuries-Old Stained Glass Art**
**BENGALURU, INDIA (April 22, 2025)** – Asad Hajeebhoy, a renowned stained glass artist based in Bengaluru, is bringing the centuries-old art form back into the spotlight. Hajeebhoy, founder of Glasscrafters Studio, has worked on the installation and restoration of stained glass in over 13 churches across the city, educating the public about this intricate craft along the way.
His Easter presentation highlighted the complex process, from mixing metal oxides with glass to create vibrant colors, to the meticulous joining of pieces using techniques like the copper tape (Tiffany) and lead channel methods. Hajeebhoy emphasized the challenges of the art, noting the irreversible nature of mistakes and the unpredictable color transformations during the firing process. The use of gold to achieve a rich red hue was a surprising highlight of his demonstration.
Hajeebhoy’s journey began with a chance encounter with veteran artist Vinayak Patel. Since establishing Glasscrafters in 1996, he has indigenized much of the production process, though importing specialized glass sheets remains necessary due to proprietary manufacturing formulas.
His work extends beyond churches, encompassing private residences (including those of Bollywood icons Rishi and Neetu Kapoor) and, increasingly, the homes of software engineers and ashrams. While he laments the loss of historical stained glass due to unawareness and replacement with cheaper alternatives, Hajeebhoy is optimistic about a growing appreciation for the art, noting a surge in commissions. He has trained over 2,000 individuals, contributing to a wider revival of stained glass artistry in India. Hajeebhoy’s dedication to preserving this heritage, combined with the rising interest in the art form, suggests a bright future for stained glass in India.
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