Artwork Detail

Our Community in the Foothills

Artist: Gibbs, Timothy

Date: 2009

Medium: Stained glass

Artwork Dimensions: 110 x 147 in.

County Department: Public Library

Artwork Site: La Crescenta Library

Supervisorial District: 5

Location Status: Permanent

About the Artwork:

Artist Timothy Gibbs designed ten stained glass panels at the front entrance of the library. Working closely with the local historical society, Gibbs created a contemporary interpretation of a traditional stained-glass window that features iconic La Crescenta landmarks, such as the Bathey House and the La Crescenta Women’s Club.

About the Artist:

Timothy D. Gibbs is the president of R.D Gibbs & Co. Inc. Glendale, Ca., a third-generation family owned business. He has been involved in the stained-glass industry for 29 years designing, fabricating and installing windows for churches, residences and public buildings. His projects include the Pasadena Post Office, Los Angeles City Library and the Agoura Public Library as well as Honolulu Community Church, Hi., Hunter Glen Baptist Church, Plano, Tx., and Grace Baptist Church in Santa Clarita, Ca. He holds an Associates degree in technical drawing and a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management. Tim is married with two children.