James Carpenter studied architecture and sculpture at the Rhode Island School of Design, graduating in 1972. He actively exhibited light-based art works, while working from 1972 through 1982 as a consultant at Corning Glass Works, developing new glass materials. These … Read more →
Let’s consider glass and transparency. Why is glass transparent and why is it sometimes not? What does it mean to be translucent or opaque? The ability to transmit, absorb, or reflect light is a characteristic that makes glass very appealing … Read more →
Doing research one day for a patron inquiring about possible sizes of plate glass in the early 20th century, I came across a reference to an intriguing invention of the 19th century involving plate glass which was used by theatrical companies. Called … Read more →