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And of course two new mosaics! Two such different mosaics: one was a 2-tone mosaic using marble, whilst the other was a colourful smalti mosaic. I am still trying to decide whic… Continue
Posted by Claire Johnson on November 27, 2009 at 4:37pm
Pleasant surprise
Picked up the post when I got home and found a cheque and certificate for 2nd prize for a mosaic that had been in a show that I hadn't realised had prizes. (And I didn't know I'd won one). Oh and the piece sold in the… Continue
Posted by Marian Shapiro on November 26, 2009 at 6:46pm — 12 Comments
Blog #1
Well I thought I should post 'Frogs' as this was my first ever smalti mosaic and this is my first official blog. Not sure where to start but here goes. Being a mosaic artist has given me a reason to get up every morning and embrace the day ahead. I recommend everyone find something which they feel passionate about. I found my passion late in life but 'better late than never'. The moment I took the lepps into my hands and cut my first piece of shiney green glass, I w… Continue
Posted by Doreen Adams on November 25, 2009 at 11:12am
New Post - Pure abstract
Featuring works by Ilona Fried and Angela Zimek.
Posted by Irit Levy on November 25, 2009 at 7:21am — 2 Comments
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Posted by Pam Givens on November 24, 2009 at 9:06pm
Sorting and Sifting...
I enjoy making mirrors and frames and such...but I need more. But what?
I'm going to get the sketchbook out and see what I come up with.
Posted by Deborah Stevens on November 24, 2009 at 2:35pm — 2 Comments
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Cutting Glass Circles 4 Replies
I've been looking at tools for cutting glass into circles. Some are very expensive, others not so much. I want to be able to cut small circles, say 1 1/2 inches +. Most of the tools I've found begi...
Started by Deborah Stevens in Tip, tricks and help. Last reply by Deborah Stevens 43 minutes ago.
Tempered glass 8 Replies
What is tempered glass and where do you get it. Does it come in sheets or is it tableware?
Started by Margaret OMeara in materials. Last reply by Lin Schorr 2 hours ago.
Mosaic and emtions 29 Replies
In one of the latest discussions about the lack of emotions (mainly disturbing emotions) in mosaic, Sendrine Lecointe commented and wrote this very interesting sentence: "...this kind of mosaics (e...
Tagged: mosaic and art, mosaic and emotions
Started by Irit Levy in Art Talk--. Last reply by Karin Wainwright 10 hours ago.
Going Green 5 Replies
Looking for some ideas on using recycled materials, beyond the obvious broken dishes and reclaimed window panes. We are resourceful by nature, but does anyone care to share their brilliant discover...
Tagged: reclaimed, green, Recycle
Started by Robin Lowe in materials. Last reply by Eve Lynch 16 hours ago.
Art or Craft, Fine or Not 12 Replies
I love/hate this topic (and forgive me if you have discussed this before). I am looking to be educated. As I struggle to analyze my work in the context of other work and other voices, I find myself...
Tagged: abstract, representational, copy, original, craft
Started by John Sollinger in Art Talk--. Last reply by Janet Althoff 23 hours ago.
Where would you be without the internet? 22 Replies
The internet is such a great tool, especially for artists. The internet breaks the boundaries of our studio walls, makes our daily work less lonely. I am trying to imagine my mosaic art without the...
Tagged: internet
Started by Irit Levy in Topics that are of interest to all members..... Last reply by yarafragoso 1 day ago.
Competition and Envy - part 2 9 Replies
How does competition and/or envy affect the classes that you decide to take? Or the perception you have of yourself in the classes? Do either one of these determine what mosaic classes you take?
Started by Pam Givens in Art Talk--. Last reply by Terry Sitz Nov 28.
Can Some Grouting Genius Offer a "Class" in Grout Color Choice in Tutorials/Features? 11 Replies
Mornin'! Sorry if this request isn't in the right place, but just hoping to get a "grouting genius's" attention and hope that such a person would be willing to take the time to write up a class fo...
Started by Joan Arlet in Tip, tricks and help. Last reply by Floy Height Nov 28.
The scary "blank canvas" syndrome 13 Replies
Do you ever feel overwhelmed when you start a new project? If so, does it make you work slower, questioning each piece as you glue it down? This is the problem that I'm having now. I'm a perfection...
Started by Gwyn Vermeulen in Art Talk--. Last reply by Floy Height Nov 28.
What unusual things do you like to do? What do you hate? 44 Replies
What unusual things, which are not related to mosaic and art, do you like to do, and what are those that you really don't like? Me - on the like side - I like math, I like finding proof-reading mi...
Started by Irit Levy in Topics that are of interest to all members..... Last reply by Deborah Stevens Nov 26.
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