Funny Birds
A growing collection of whimsical, characterful birds — each one unique, full of personality and color.
Stonington, Connecticut
The Beauty & Fun of Glass
Handcrafted stained glass and kiln-fired art by Tom O'Connell — from whimsical birds and candle holders to one-of-a-kind commissions.
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The Studio
Crafted in Stonington Since 2017
Formed in 2017 by Tom O'Connell, where his studio is located in Stonington, Connecticut.
Tom, a 50-year advertising veteran, lived many years in France, Italy and Germany. It was particularly his eight years in Italy that developed a keen interest in stained glass. This ultimately led him to take practical courses back in the States under the direction of Fabio Pizzolli, a world-renowned stained glass artist who specializes in glass restoration.
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Current Work
What Tom Is Creating Now
Passionate about stained glass, Tom works to create relatively small objects — sometimes whimsical and abstract, but mostly practical — to help bring the beauty and fun of glass to people's homes.
Candle Holders
Practical pieces that cast warm, colored light — perfect for bringing glass artistry into everyday life.
Bowls & Dishes
Small bowls and dishes in many shapes and sizes — functional art for the home.
The Process
From Leaded Glass to Kiln-Fired Art
Tom's work started with leaded pieces and foiled objects, but the main direction now is kiln-fired glass — where the firing process is a continuation of the creative process.
Design
Sketching forms that balance whimsy with everyday usefulness.
Cut & Assemble
Precision cutting and careful assembly of each glass piece.
Kiln Fire
Firing brings the beauty of glass to its full potential.
Finish
Final touches before each piece finds its home.