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Irish Stained Glass Nearby Lecture Series: Stained Glass: Past, Present And Future
Margaret Beker joins us for a Stained Glass Nearby Lecture titled “Stained Glass: Past, Present and Future”
During this upcoming lecture, Margaret Beker will explore the history of stained glass, from its 12th century origins to its modern-day applications. She will highlight the work of Evie Hone, an Irish artist who played a crucial role in the revival of stained glass. Beker will delve into the traditional methods she utilizes to create stained glass, including painting, firing, and composing windows and panels. Additionally, the lecture will touch on the decline of religious-themed stained glass and the growing trend towards domestic applications. Finally, Beker will conclude the lecture with a discussion on the future of stained glass, exploring the potential use of non-traditional methods such as fusing glass.
Biography:
Margaret Beker was born in Dublin, Ireland, and received her education at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin. She is a skilled stained glass and graphic artist, often utilizing etchings, monoprints, and lithographs to complement her stained glass work. Becker’s stained glass panels can be found in churches and private residences throughout Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the USA.
From 1962 to 1964, Becker worked at An Túr Gloine. In 1963, she established a stained glass studio in Dublin alongside Patrick Pye. She later joined the Graphic Studio on Mount Street in 1972 and was the founding member of the Leinster Printmaking Studio in 1998.
Becker has had solo exhibitions of her work at various galleries, including Kilkock Art Gallery in Co. Kildare (1993) and Peacock Theatre in Dublin (1981, 1978). She has also participated in numerous group shows, including exhibitions at the Graphic Studio Gallery (2010, 2009, 2008) and the Royal Hibernian Academy in Dublin (1996).
Her impressive work is included in the collection of The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon.
This event is free to members and open to non-members.
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