Choose a mood and the room itself answers — the light cools or warms, the air changes pace, and only the works that carry that feeling step forward from the dark. Everything else recedes into shadow.
Lawrence Bradford Saint: A Life in Stained Glass Early Life and Education Born on January 30, 1885, in Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania, Lawrence Bradford Saint emerged from a family with artistic inclinations. His father, Joseph A. Saint, was also an artist, providing early exposure to the world of art. Young Lawrence began his artistic journey by learning fundamental skills like grinding paint and tracing patterns during an apprenticeship wi
th a stained glass artisan. This hands-on experience laid the groundwork for his future specialization. Saint continued his education at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) in Philadelphia, where he honed his painting skills. A significant turning point came with the prestigious Cresson Traveling Scholarship, which enabled him to travel extensively throughout Europe. This journey proved pivotal in shaping his artistic visi…