In preparation to our field Trip to Blenko, I have been doing a little background searches. (When you're going somewhere new, a great way to spark interest is to do a quick google search for images, reviews, and videos. I do this with most of my trips!)
I stumbled upon this video where the Iowa Public Television (very much like our WV PBS station) was doing a fundraising event. Their special gift for donors was our very own BLENKO glass! It;s referred to as the Blenko piece and could only be purchased through this episode. This is not the most interesting thing about my discovery. As you watch the video at 4:47 minutes into the video they begin a special presentation titled: "Blenko, The Spirit of American Stained Glass." The video details some Blenko history, where Blenko can be found (quite impressive), Blenko Artists, stained glass art and Mr. Blenko's legacy!
ASSIGNMENT: To further understand the history and importance of our local Blenko Glass, watch the video from 4:47 to 27:13 (I encourage you to watch Walter speak as well he talks about the color and creation of certain color.I specifically love the tangerine piece!) and post some things that you found interesting (Use details or quotes). Please read the previous posts and do not replicate interesting facts. We will use your interesting facts as our discussion points for class. (Some of your interesting things may be about the process, history, variety, or unknown concepts of stained glass art.)
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