Whether it’s the eloquent floors of the ancient city of Pompeii or the funky walls of the New York subway, humans have been creating Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices as they embody grandeur and appeal. The history of mosaics can be dated to the times of Mesopotamians in the 3rd Millennium BC and is prevalent to date. The technique makes use of tiny pieces of colored glass, and other materials in order to create an artistic image. The Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices is still popular among artists today who have been creating outstanding pieces to entice the human eyes and mind.

Buckle up and join us as we do our best to explain why mosaic tiles tend to be more expensive than your regular, run-of-the-mill, tiles.

Buckle up and join us as we do our best to explain why mosaic tiles tend to be more expensive than your regular, run-of-the-mill, tiles.

There are a myriad of adhesives that are used in mosaics. Some glues work well on certain backers while other glues could be harmful to a particular backer. Here is a general overview for you...

‘Where do you get your slate?’ This is something I get asked a lot. The most common reason for asking, is that people want to know how to source slate for their own artwork. After all, slate is an attractive rock and works well in mosaics. So let me tell you a bit about the slate I use in my mosai

"Natur-Mosaik" ist ein Poster, das Steine und Stücke in einem Stil naturnaher Abstraktionen mit fotorealistischen Details zeigt. Dieses Kunstwerk fügt auf kunstvolle Weise die Schönheit der natürlichen Welt zusammen und erfasst die Essenz von Steinen und Elementen in erstaunlicher Detailtreue. Erkunden Sie die komplexen Muster und Texturen und tauchen Sie ein in die faszinierende Welt des natürlichen Mosaiks durch dieses bezaubernde Kunstwerk.

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The art of Mosaic was believed to be first used in the Mesopotamian area around the 3rd-century BC. It made its way across ancient civilizations and over thousands of years. But what exactly is Mosaic? Is it a type of art that a beginner can do? Can any material be made into a Mosaic? We've […]

When starting a project it's important to estimate how many tiles or tesserae you will need to complete the project. It's very frustrating running out of materials, having to wait to finish your project or finding out that the colour of the batch has changed since you made the initial purchase.

Keen to take your mosaics to the next level? Then you'll love the mixed media mosaic tutorial with loads of tips and tricks and step-by-step instructions.

Whether it’s the eloquent floors of the ancient city of Pompeii or the funky walls of the New York subway, humans have been creating Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices as they embody grandeur and appeal. The history of mosaics can be dated to the times of Mesopotamians in the 3rd Millennium BC and is prevalent to date. The technique makes use of tiny pieces of colored glass, and other materials in order to create an artistic image. The Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices is still popular among artists today who have been creating outstanding pieces to entice the human eyes and mind.

Mosaic ideas for your home

Anne Bedel , FRANCE - PARISMy mosaic's atelier take place in Meudon very near Paris.I work alone with Tiffany's glasses.I like very much colors, art deco,

Unique garden mosaic pathway made from river rocks. Could not found information on location, any idea ?

Relief stone mosaic panel for a background to interior pool - Sergey Karlov 'Living Water' - Sergey Karlov Sergey Karlov grew up in the village of Majna on the southern tip of the Republic of Khakassia in Russia. As a teen he began working at the stone-working plant of the Sayanmramor Combine, as a stone cutter and grinder, then spent 5 years studying at the Urals College of Applied Arts at the Faculty of Artistic Stone.. Here he developed an appreciation for the classical mosaic arts, especially Roman, Byzantine and Florentine styles and also studied

A mosaic is a pattern of irregularly shaped pieces all fitted together to cover a surface. Mosaics can make distinct pictures or shapes out of thousands of smaller pieces, but they don't have any discernible pattern. This fantastic form of artwork can be added to dull spaces, but on what surface can you add a […]

A touch of the Orient with the opulence of gold. You can almost hear the rippling water as it winds its way through your home. PROs: Handmade mosaic artwork composed of high-end glass tiles that is guaranteed to elevate your space. Mosaicist: Angelo Fabbri CONs: You won’t be able to dip your toes in its stream. Ah well, at least you can forever gaze upon it and feel refreshed.

Glass on glass mosaic window

Giulio Menossi I love his works!

Whether it’s the eloquent floors of the ancient city of Pompeii or the funky walls of the New York subway, humans have been creating Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices as they embody grandeur and appeal. The history of mosaics can be dated to the times of Mesopotamians in the 3rd Millennium BC and is prevalent to date. The technique makes use of tiny pieces of colored glass, and other materials in order to create an artistic image. The Most Intelligent Mosaic Art Works and Practices is still popular among artists today who have been creating outstanding pieces to entice the human eyes and mind.

This Mosaic Mural is 5.5x 4.5ft but any part of this mosaic can be reproduced. Ask me to create a mock in your size to adopt it to your space whether it is a wall mural, a pool mosaic or a kitchen or bathroom mosaic. The mosaic is tile in hand cut tile and is on mesh , shipped in a wooden box customized according to size with extra tile pieces. This large mosaic will be shipped in parts which can be reassembled during installation. The mosaic is on mesh for installation and packed in a custom wood box for safe travel with extra tile pieces in case needed during installation. Once grouted the hand cut mosaic is like a tile wall and can be cleaned and maintained as such. It takes roughly three weeks for the mosaic to reach you depending on the size of the mosaic from when you order. All my mosaics are cut by hand. Mosaics can be custom made for size and color and can also have any writing or number you choose. I can also create any logo , pattern or artwork with mosaic. I can create any design and any size of mosaic. For large mosaics even full floors, they can be sectioned and packaged and shipped in sections. These can be put back together and grouted over. For a custom mosaic just message me with your content and an idea of size if you have one and I will create a mock design and get back to you with a price for your approval.

We have prepared a set of tips that will help you choose the perfect base for your mosaic mural and mosaic design.

There are a myriad of adhesives that are used in mosaics. Some glues work well on certain backers while other glues could be harmful to a particular backer. Here is a general overview for you...

We have prepared a set of tips that will help you choose the perfect base for your mosaic mural and mosaic design.

В данном разделе представлены панно и картины изготовленные в студияи мозаики и витража «АРТМОНУМЕНТ».

www.kalideco.com LMA: What about mosaics resonate with you? Sandra: The color and texture of mosaics attracted me initially to this medium. Seeing them in practical settings, in everyday life. The first mosaics I created were to enjoy in my own home; plant pots, stepping stones, floors and backsplashes. Venus Study#2 by Sandra Groeneveld LMA: Did you start with mosaic or did you work in other mediums before working in mosaic? Sandra: Drawing and sculpture come most naturally to me, immediate and tactile avenues of expression. They both let me experience what I see. Sculpting is drawing in three dimensions. It has its challenges as well as advantages over a pencil. Initially I viewed any drawings only as part of the design process of making a mosaic. Currently I want my drawings to be the actual piece. The mosaic medium too has its challenges versus a pencil. But one of the great advantages is the concept of andamento. It is a unique part of tesserae placement and can be very expressive. LMA: What is your favorite part of the mosaic process? Sandra: Being in the middle, in the thick of a project is my favorite part of the process. I find the designing of the subject and selection of the materials/colors stressful; the agony of the blank page, the second-guessing if an idea or composition can still be improved. I haven’t been above eating an entire package of Oreos to get me through the first phase. For me, so much depends on having a well thought out palette of materials and distinct vision. If my goal is clear, then I can let instinct take over to make the countless small decisions, during its execution. When I am in the zone, I can let the analytical side take a back seat. Konijntje by Sandra GroeneveldPerdido Key Mouse by Sandra GroeneveldCow Detail by Sandra Groeneveld LMA: What are some of your favorite materials, tools, etc.? What do you like about them? Sandra: The choice of my materials and tools has evolved. I started with a household hammer to break up ceramic tiles, transitioned to vitreous tile with nippers and now enjoy using a hammer & hardie on marble the most. I jump around to the different materials depending on the project. At one point, I found the possibilities of mosaics paralyzing, too many materials, and too many directions to go. My path forward always had me looking back to ancient times, to the admiration I have for the masters working in stone and glass. Using marble and smalti seemed like the Holy Grail and the hammer & hardie offered the best control, so that was a clear next step for me. Initially, for economy, I only practiced my cutting techniques on remnant marble. The organic quality of stone was a revelation. Its inconsistencies were an asset. This meshed perfectly with the experimentations of letting a sketch be the goal versus merely using it as the composition’s “cartoon”. Barn Owl by Sandra Groeneveld Sable by Sandra GroeneveldLMA: Do you have a favorite subject matter? What is it? Sandra: Nobody has to look very hard to see what interests me the most: animals. That has been the case all my life; mosaic is simply the medium I am currently working in. With that though, I do look at subjects with an eye on what would be the most interesting when done as a mosaic. Subjects with lots of texture or distinct fur and feather patterns are ideal challenges. Having more control over how to describe my subject matter meant getting a good handle on what andamento was and how to use it. I was obsessed with “getting it”, making it come naturally. Working on a few pieces, which were one solid color, no value, was instrumental in making it all click. Everything had to be described with only the size, shape and direction of the tiles. Title TBA by Sandra Groeneveld LMA: Tell us a little about your studio and attach a photo or 2 of your studio space Sandra: I call my workspace “the lab”. That makes for a less intimidating expectation for comes out of that space. The room is 12’ x14’ with a concrete floor and was meant for all my various creative pursuits. It has a great view of the front garden, which features a birdbath to invite the birds. After working with mosaics for about 15 years, accumulating all the various materials to experiment with, I now carefully step around the perimeter of the room since a narrow walkway is all that is left. Floor to ceiling shelves, and stacks of materials on the floor encroach on 3 small tables at the center. The conflict between workspace and storage is clearly evident, but having all the materials in view keeps the juices flowing. LMA: Who are your top 3 favorite artists or top 3 most influential artists in your work? Sandra: With the entire world at your fingertips now, I get whiplash from the variety of artists who impress me on a daily basis. Favorites come and go depending on what I am working on. As far as who influenced me to be me, that is a different story, since books were the only artistic influence back in the pre-internet days. An eclectic trio of artists definitively set up my style. I read The Adventures of Tintin by Herge (Georges Remis), the graphic novels about the journalist Tintin and his dog Snowy, hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of times as a child. I read them for escapism but the composition, story telling, adventures throughout the world; all executed with magnificent drawing skill, seeped into my consciousness. Another artist, Rien Poortvliet influenced my drawing style the most. His massive sketchbook-like volumes with subjects ranging from dogs to horses to wild animals to farm life in the Netherlands fed my mind and eyes. His way of studying the behaviors of animals and people alike, via his humorous observations and painterly studies set a lifetime goal for me to aspire to. Rounding out those whom I idealized is Rembrandt van Rijn. The lighting of his paintings, the moods created, was what stuck with me the most. As the Fish Rots by Sandra Groeneveld LMA: What is one of your favorite quotes or sayings? Sandra: Less is more. LMA: What made you want to participate in the Diversity Mural? Sandra: I wanted to contribute to something good, something of beauty to counteract the bigotry that pollutes and destroys, as it did at the Pulse Nightclub. Being present and being a small part of the effort to honor the lives lost was important to me. I made my hearts as big as I was allowed to, one in each color of the rainbow; colorful shouts. At Luna Mosaic Arts, seeing all the folks working to prepare the contributions for installation would make the tiniest heart swell. Every horizontal surface was covered with the expressions of support from all over the world. Cherie did an amazing job wrangling all the volunteers through many hot Florida days to execute this tribute. That is what I like about the Diversity Mural the most, the remembrance of sorrow is mixed with the work of strangers saying that they care. Hearts for the Diversity Mural by Sandra Groeneveld