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Barley Studio inc. Helen Whittaker Stained Glass & Sculpture

Name: Barley Studio inc. Helen Whittaker Stained Glass & Sculpture
Address: Church Balk Dunnington, York, YO195LH, GB
Telephone: +441904489093
Price range: ££

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Barley Studio are award-winning designers and conservators of stained glass windows

Barley Studio’s team of award-winning conservators, craftsmen and artists provide expertise and technical excellence in all aspects of supply, production and care for stained glass. We undertake projects on glass of all periods, from the medieval to the present day, and of all sizes, from small domestic repairs and installations to major cathedral works.The studio was founded in 1973 by Keith Barley ACR FMGP and has gained an international reputation for the high standard of its stained glass conservation and restoration for the nation’s cathedrals, stately homes and parish churches. Barley Studio is also known for its new work, with designer/artist Helen Whittaker MA FMGP winning commissions for many prestigious buildings across the UK. Barley Studio’s multi-skilled team covers all aspects of stained glass and related metalwork: environmentally protective isothermal glazing systems, restoration and supply of ferramenta and opening casements, stainless steel wire guards, period style plain glazing and antique glasses, consultation, surveys and reports.For more information please visit our websites www.barleystudio.co.uk and www.helenwhittakerart.com.

29/10/2026

We love it when the studio gets a special visitor or, in this case, quite a few!

Every year, a Past Master of The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass organises a lunch for their fellow Past Masters. This year, Past Master Keith brought the group to York, with lunch at the wonderful Elmbank Hotel, an Art Nouveau treasure with stained glass by George Walton, which felt like a very fitting choice. Several of the group then made their way to the studio, where Helen showed them some of our work in progress, including her new Great West Window for St Michael le Belfrey Church.

The photo says it all. Alfred Fisher MBE, Helen and John Reyntiens MBE — three stained glass artists, three MBEs, two Past Masters and one Master-elect. And a little fun fact: the window behind them was made right here at Barley Studio by John’s father, Patrick Reyntiens, as a sample for the West Window of Southwell Minster. We think the wings suit Helen rather well! 🪽

22/10/2026

Barley Studio conservators Alison and Ali were pleased to contribute to a multi-disciplinary day on the theme of Adhesion organised by the York Consortium for Conservation and Craftsmanship. Alison and Ali spoke about the importance of modern adhesives in stained glass conservation, exemplified by case studies from our ongoing work at St Michael le Belfrey Church.

York Consortium for Craft and Conservation actively supports the conservation of built and artistic heritage, and the craft skills needed to preserve it. Thanks to Libby and Rebecca for organising an interesting day in the lovely surroundings of St Olave's Church!

21/10/2026

ICON Stained Glass Group Conference, 10-11 October 2026

👉👉 Keith and Alison were delighted to present our major conservation, restoration and protection project at All Saints North Street to the ICON Stained Glass Group conference.

The visit was part of a very interesting two days of talks on the themes of Data, Damage and Decision-Making by an impressive group of international speakers. Many thanks to the Stained Glass Group committee, including our own Ali Wysopal, for a great event in our home city of York. 🌟🌟🌟

21/10/2026

On 26 November, the present Master, Tim McNally, hands over to Helen Whittaker MBE who will become Master of the Glaziers’ Company and to celebrate, the new Master will host her Installation Dinner. Helen says:
“I am excited to become Master of the Glaziers Company on the 26th of November 2026.
As a stained glass artist, the Company has been close to my heart for over 20 years. Becoming Master is a great milestone and an honour in my much-loved vocation.
"I consider many of the wonderful people I have met along the way to be my extended family. I hope, through my Master's year, to support and widen this treasured community.
"I would like to extend a warm welcome to all past, present and future members of the Company to celebrate this occasion with me at my Installation Dinner.”
— Upper Warden Helen Whittaker MBE, Master-Elect.
The Installation Dinner this year will be an evening of friendship, celebration and Livery tradition as Helen and our new Wardens, Hamish McArthur and Adrian Aplin, are formally installed. Expect welcome drinks, a celebratory banquet with wines and Port from the Company’s cellar, the passing of the loving cup, and guest speaker Will Gompertz, arts broadcaster and author.
And with St Andrew’s Day approaching, a Scottish flourish: haggis accompanied by a piper and addressed in the words of Robert Burns! A vegetarian option will also be available.
To book visit our event page https://www.glazierscompany.org.uk/events/event/glaziers-installation-court-banquet-2026/

If you would like to know more about joining The Company, there's more here: https://www.glazierscompany.org.uk/how-to-join-us/

08/09/2026

Both the London and York workshops with Kathy Walsh Jordan, hosted in association with The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass are now fully booked!
Thank you to everyone who signed up so quickly!

If you missed out, don't worry. Drop us a message at [email protected] to join the waiting list and we'll let you know if a place opens up.

01/09/2026

🌟🎨🌟 Glass painting workshop with internationally acclaimed glass artist Kathy Jordan - LONDON dates now confirmed

On behalf of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass, Upper Warden Helen Whittaker MBE is excited to announce that acclaimed glass artist Kathy Jordan will be visiting the UK in June and July 2027 offering a unique practical learning experience.

👉👉👉 The workshop will take place at Reyntiens Glass Studio, London, from 25-27 June 2027. £530 including tools and materials.
👉👉👉 The second workshop will take place at Barley Studio, York, from 2-4 July 2027. £485 including tools and materials.

Kathy Jordan's workshop will explore a painterly approach to figurative work that will allow the artist to apply a range of tonal values in one application. Students will learn how to apply and blend a water based medium utilizing square sable shaders. The workshop will cover the importance of line work, additive and reductive techniques, paint density and the relationship between paint media and brushes. Step-by-step demonstrations will support a fast paced class.

Kathy is Freeman of the Glaziers Company and Creative Director of Willet Hauser. She is recognized as one of the leading glass painters and instructors in the United States. Trained in classical drawing, she has vigorously sought out and studied with internationally known and well-respected glass artisans within the glass industry for over a quarter of a century, exploring and acquiring traditional and contemporary approaches.

🎨 There is already high demand for places so please contact [email protected] to reserve your place today! 🌟

25/08/2026

🌟 🎨 🌟 Glass painting workshop with internationally acclaimed glass artist Kathy Jordan - reserve your place now for July 2027!

👉 On behalf of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass, Upper Warden Helen Whittaker MBE is excited to announce that acclaimed glass artist Kathy Jordan will be visiting the UK in July 2027 offering a unique practical learning experience. The workshop will take place at Barley Studio, York, from 2-4 July 2027.

🖌️ 🎨 Kathy Jordan's workshop will explore a painterly approach to figurative work that will allow the artist to apply a range of tonal values in one application. Students will learn how to apply and blend a water based medium utilizing square sable shaders. The workshop will cover the importance of line work, additive and reductive techniques, paint density and the relationship between paint media and brushes. Step-by-step demonstrations will support a fast paced class.

Kathy is Freeman of the Glaziers Company and Creative Director of Willet Hauser. She is recognized as one of the leading glass painters and instructors in the United States. Trained in classical drawing, she has vigorously sought out and studied with internationally known and well-respected glass artisans within the glass industry for over a quarter of a century, exploring and acquiring traditional and contemporary approaches.

👉👉👉 The workshop is open to all and the cost to attend the three-day workshop will be £485 including tools and materials. We anticipate that there will be high demand for places and may consider offering an additional workshop in London. Please contact [email protected] to reserve a place for York or register your interest for London.

30/07/2026

Work in progress...

Helen's new Great West window for St Michael le Belfrey is starting to take shape. At over 25 feet high, this one is definitely a team effort! 💪

Stay cool through the heatwaves 😎

22/06/2026

Last month we gathered at Glaziers Hall to celebrate the restoration of a very special piece — and what a joy it was to see it looking so beautiful once more.

In 2015, Helen Whittaker MBE designed these three giant embroidered panels for the River Room at Glaziers Hall, brought to life by the extraordinary team at Fine Cell Work . Commissioned by Peter and Janet Doe, the tapestry was unveiled that July by the Lord Mayor and dedicated by the Dean of Southwark — a true occasion.

The panels tell the story of the Glaziers Company's cutter, The Master Glazier, taking part in the Great River Race from Greenwich to Ham House — passing Tower Bridge, Southwark Cathedral, Tate Modern, the London Eye, and the Palace of Westminster along the way. An entire journey through the heart of London, stitch by stitch.

A decade on, we're so grateful to Janet Doe and the other generous donors who sponsored the restoration, and to the Worshipful Company of Broderers (broderers.co.uk), especially the wonderful Jenny Adin-Christie for making it possible.

Pictured L–R: Past Master Broderer James Neill, Jenny Adin-Christie, Fine Cell Founding Director Katy Emck OBE, Fine Cell Executive Director Victoria Gillies, and Helen Whittaker MBE.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and celebrated this work. Here's to another decade! 🥂

22/06/2026

What an eventful three days! 🎨

We were delighted to welcome Jonathan Cooke ACR () back to Barley Studio this week for an intensive glass painting course — and what an experience it was for everyone involved.

Jonathan guided participants through everything a glass painter needs to know, from traditional techniques and best practice through to finding your own creative voice. Fully booked and, by all accounts, absolutely worth it.

A huge thank you to Jonathan for sharing his expertise with us here in York. Watch this space for future courses!

Address

Church Balk Dunnington
York
YO195LH

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+441904489093

Website

http://www.barleystudio.co.uk/

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