Nik Sanders

Stained glass artist

I have been making leaded stained glass for over ten years. A few years ago I set up Hepzibar.Button to sell stained glass panels and hangings.
With a background as a primary school teacher for over fifteen years I was introduced to stained glass through a gift from a colleague. This started off a real curiosity and passion for experimenting with glass.

I enjoy the freedom of working with colour, line and form in the designing process and then moving onto the order and accuracy required for the lead and glass construction.

In 2019 I bought a kiln and have enjoyed experimenting with glass paint to add more detail and texture to my designs.

I love Scandinavian design and much of my inspiration comes from that and my enjoyment of gardening and nature. I love flowers and most of my stained glass pieces represent some sort of flower or seed head. Last year we moved to Devon to live life by the sea so I’m looking forward to seeing how my beautiful surroundings will be reflected in future work.