NYC's Quiet Beauty: An Artist's Vivid Stained-Glass Vision

Fine artist and author Christopher Myers has created "Night Ride," a unique children's book made entirely from 20 stained-glass panels. The book, published last week, illustrates five young individuals cycling through New York City at night, celebrating exploration and freedom. Myers describes his work as a fusion of the very old and the future, drawing inspiration from various art forms and found objects within his Brooklyn studio.

The stained-glass panels for "Night Ride" were sketched and mapped by Myers in Brooklyn, then assembled by artisans in Guadalajara, Mexico. These pieces were then shipped back to be framed, lit, and photographed for the book. The artwork also features in an exhibit at the central branch of the Brooklyn Public Library, running until January 15.

Meyers, known for his work at institutions like the Guggenheim, views the book as a quiet space, encouraging readers to become their own storytellers. He finds inspiration for quiet moments even within the bustling city, a theme reflected in the book's journey through various New York landmarks.

The book includes everyday city elements alongside famous sites, capturing the essence of New York's hidden tranquility. Myers, born in Queens, notes the absence of a stop there but emphasizes the dreamscape quality of the narrative, where characters are larger than life. The exhibit at the Brooklyn Public Library has drawn significant engagement from visitors of all ages.