Aloha! I’m Candie Nightingale, the sole artist of Glass Candie Studio, based on the windward side of Oahu, Hawaii. I design and construct modern stained glass with a dreamy aesthetic. Whimsical creatures, plants and shapes are inspired by the beauty found in nature. A lover of light and color, my pallet is inspired by the celestial nuances of dusk and dawn. My designs mix together prismatic pastels, textured and iridescent glasses to evoke feelings of calmness and nostalgia. Each piece is designed and hand made by me. My artwork is constructed using the copper foil method, aka the “Tiffany technique”. Each piece of glass is hand cut, individually wrapped in a copper foil, then joined together with solder. The process of manipulating these beautiful colored glasses to emulate the color and influences of my tropical surroundings brings me immense joy.
Meet the artist
Originally from Canada, Candie Nightingale began her creative journey in Nashville, where she worked as a hairstylist for 19 years. It was there that a client introduced her to the world of stained glass, inviting her into a home studio where she apprenticed for four months, and instantly fell in love with the craft.
In 2021, she made the bold move to O‘ahu with her two kitties, Pancake and Bambi, her dog Deja, and about half a ton of stained glass sheets. Inspired by the vivid colors and natural beauty of the islands, Candie spent her first year on the island fully immersed in developing her skills and artistic voice.
Now the artist behind Glass Candie Studio, Candie creates luminous stained glass pieces infused with movement, emotion, and island energy. Designing creations from flowing octopuses to botanical panels.
Candie also teaches beginner-friendly stained glass workshops, sharing the joy of working with glass and helping others tap into their creativity. Each piece she creates is handcrafted with care, inviting light to dance through color and shape in a way that’s both modern and timeless..