A Stained Glass Artist Shaped by Two Cities
An Art Rooted in Craft and Preservation
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Jason Petitpain is a glass artist and glazier whose work is deeply influenced by the historic architecture and coastal light of the Lowcountry. Surrounded by centuries-old churches, ironwork, and period homes, he has developed a practice centered on historic preservation, architectural integrity, and traditional glazing techniques. His work reflects a respect for craftsmanship and the enduring beauty of materials shaped by hand.
With more than 20 years of experience as a craftsman, stained glass artist and professional glazier, Jason works with handblown and restoration glass, antiqued and reverse-painted mirrors, hand-painted signage, and original art and sculptural pieces.
"Lost Art Found reflects the kind of work I care about — preserving traditional craftsmanship and restoring architectural details that might otherwise disappear. It’s about honoring the past while making sure those skills continue to have a place today." - Jason Petitpain
Traditional Craft. Preserved.
Born and raised in New Orleans, Jason was shaped by Louisiana’s deep traditions of art, music, food, and craftsmanship, which fostered his early appreciation for creative work. He began his formal fine arts education at Louisiana State University (LSU) on an emerging artist scholarship and later earned his degree in Fine Arts from the College of Charleston, with a focus on drawing and painting.
Jason’s career has developed through decades of hands-on experience. Before concentrating primarily on glass and work as a stained glass artist, he worked in Charleston as a mural and sign painter (Lucky Boy Art) and as a jewelry designer (Dixie Dunbar Jewelry). He later continued his work as a sign painter and graphic designer in Boston and Honolulu.
Mastering the "Lost Arts"
Jason specializes in the technical niches that many modern shops have forgotten. His portfolio represents a rare intersection of structural glazing and fine art:
This innate love for culture led to a formal fine arts education, beginning with an emerging artist scholarship at LSU. Seeking to deepen his connection to historic preservation and architectural beauty, Jason later moved to South Carolina, graduating from the College of Charleston. Immersed in Charleston’s iconic churches and period architecture, he found his calling: the preservation of the “Lost Arts.”
- Historic Preservation: Expertly handling handblown and restoration glass for 18th and 19th century windows, including church stained glass that must match the wavy patina of original panes.
- Specialized Finishes: The delicate art of antiquing mirrors, hand painting signs, and the rare, meticulous craft of reverse painting on glass.
- Original Commissions: Beyond repair, Jason is a creator of original art and glass sculpture, bringing a modern artistic voice to an ancient medium.
Life in the Lowcounry
Today, Jason runs Lost Art Found, one of Charleston’s few dedicated stained glass studios, with a commitment to the community he, his wife and 2 daughters call home.
When he isn’t at the bench soldering a leaded joint or antiquing a custom mirror, he’s usually on the water, enjoying the beauty of the Lowcountry from the view of a his boat.
Surrounded by the marsh, the harbor, and the historic streets of Charleston, his work reflects the same patience and permanence that define the Lowcountry landscape.
"In a place as historic as Charleston, preservation isn’t abstract, it's stewardship. My role is to repair, restore, and carry forward the craftsmanship that made them worth preserving in the first place.”
Your home’s windows are more than just glass. They are the soul of its architecture. At Lost Art Found, we combine 18th century craftsmanship with modern precision to restore historic beauty and create new heirlooms. From businesses and church stained glass restoration to bespoke privacy glass in Mount Pleasant, we bring master level artistry to every pane.