I'm Janel Foo, a stained glass artist and owner of Stained Glass Supplies in Pasadena, California. Originally from Huntington Beach, I earned a degree in Apparel Design and Merchandising from San Francisco State University and began my career as a wardrobe stylist in the entertainment industry. After returning to school to study Jewelry Design, I discovered stained glass, a creative passion that has shaped my career ever since. My work is inspired by the clean lines of Art Deco and geometric design, blending traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary aesthetic.

In 2015, I founded Janel Foo Glassworks, where I create handcrafted stained glass artwork for homes and businesses. In late 2022, I became the owner of Stained Glass Supplies, a beloved Pasadena shop that has served the stained glass community since 1977. Today, I split my time between running the shop, designing custom artwork, restoring stained glass, and helping others discover this incredible craft.

One of the most meaningful milestones in my career has been launching Create to Stop Hate, an initiative that raised nearly $50,000 for Stop AAPI Hate while celebrating the AAPI creative community. My work has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, MarthaStewart.com, and T Magazine by The New York Times. I've also collaborated with brands like West Elm and Nordstrom, created custom stained glass for a kitchen renovation featured on Celebrity IOU with the Property Brothers, and have my work carried in the museum stores at the Hammer Museum and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. In 2022, I was honored to win the first season of Meet Your Makers Showdown on Discovery+.

When I'm not in the studio or at the shop, you'll usually find me spending time with my toddler, playing soccer, or trying to convince my cat Frankie to cuddle. Thank you for taking the time to learn about me and my work. I look forward to sharing the beauty of stained glass with you.

If you'd like to learn more about me,

check out my studio visit from West Elm on their blog, Front + Main by clicking here: Front + Main: In The Studio with Janel Foo Glassworks.

I was also featured in the LA times! Check it out here: Makers: For stained glass artist Janel Foo, it’s all about the color

All website photography by Mathew Scott