At the
time of his death, David's studio contained many non-commissioned
examples of his work.
If you are interested in purchasing any of his beautiful pieces,
please contact the family for more information: metoo1j@yahoo.com |
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Divider, Private Home,
Buffalo, NY |
lawith pine cone motif
Private Home,
Keuka Lake, NY
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Stained
Glass Artist
David Lortz, Dundee, NY, created custom stained glass pieces
for a new generation of creative architectural and interior designers
who appreciated the unique beauty of the classic medium of stained
glass. His work encompassed the highest principles of form, function,
and aesthetics for fine homes, businesses and institutions.
David's Background
• B.F.A., Rochester Institute of Technology
• M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
(painting scholarship)
• Brooklyn Museum of Art, Brooklyn, N.Y. (Max Beckman
painting scholarship)
• Various painting and drawing awards throughout the
northeast at gallery and museum invitationals.
• One-person shows at various galleries through the
northeast (paintings, drawings, stained glass).
• Worked with graphic design and advertising design agencies,
interior design and architural design agencies.
David's Obituary
(Penn Yan Chronicle Express, Wed. Mar 10, 2010)
Dundee, N.Y. -
David R. Lortz, age 65, of the Town of Barrington, died Sunday
March 7, 2010, at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital in
Penn Yan.
In honoring his wishes there are no prior calling hours; a celebration
and remembrance of his life will be held at McGregor Vineyard
& Winery, 5503 Dutch St., Dundee, NY from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday,
March 27.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be greatly appreciated
by the family.
David was born February 5, 1945, in Buffalo, the son of Russell
T. and Grace Hoff Lortz. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1964-1970.
He was employed by the United States Postal Service in Stanley.
In his spare time he enjoyed camping, kayaking, and gardening.
An avid art enthusiast and stained glass artist, David was a
member of the Yates County Art Association.
He is survived by his only son, Christopher D. (Michele) Lortz
of Port Ewen, NY; five grandchildren, Patrick C. Cozine, Sophia
Botcher, Ashley, Austin.
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Restaurant Arched Entranceway
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