Agnello Stained Glass Art

Mark Agnello Written by Jerry Kuns & Theresa Postello January 2015 Artist, designer, craftsman, reconstructionist. From modern to aged, small, delicate, standalone pieces to large installations, his staind glass work is beautiful, precise, well integrated, and structurally sound. It should delight and satisfy the most critical beholder.

Today I am a successful accomplished leaded glass artist thanks to my teacher Mark Agnello. He is a brilliant designer! I learned from him the fine skill of creating a design that keeps the needs of a client in focus while allowing originality and artistry to flow. I learned from him about being thorough, dedicated, and do the job well without taking shortcuts. I am so lucky to have learned from Mark, also because he has learned this art form in the traditional way. Yet, he is always up to speed with changes in materials and technologies. Mark allowed me to help for several amazing jobs that I still feel so proud of! One of my favorite is "La Petit Trianon" (originally constructed in 1902 as stunning replica of the "La Petit Trianon of Versailles, France). At 3800 Washington Street (and here in the photo), it is San Francisco landmark 95, and one of City's grand estates.

I have worked with Mark over many years and on several projects in the bay area. (I have not searched through my projects to see the dates but there are many in Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo.) His design work was excellent and very appropriate to the surrounds. His glass work was well done and has stood up over time. He also had a great way to work with my clients and made them feel that the designs were unique to their surroundings--very custom feeling work. I highly recommend him.

I had two small windows made for my house. A cityscape and a water scene. Both are unique, very beautiful, and a wonderful enhancement to the rooms they illuminate. The artistry and precise workmanship has stood the test of time. After 24 years, these windows are still in perfect condition and are greatly admired by all who encounter them.

Mark made a rectangular modern stained glass window custom fit to our new house in Windsor. 3 years ago we sold the house with a clause that the window was not included. Mark came up to remove it and we told him we weren't sure where we could place it in our downsized home in Healdsburg. Mark took it back and said he'd work on something. Two months later he arrived back with the window. He built a beautiful stand alone wooden frame. The colors are a perfect match and there are no nails, just flush mounted wooden dowels. Mark has a great eye for color and the detail, precision and craftsmanship are Journeyman grade.

My new windows are stunning. Mark made sure I was happy with the samples of his work before he made the windows. I am happy to refer him to any houzz clients and my own clients who are looking for stained glass work. I can't wait for my next project with him. Tara Donohue Zephyr Real Estate