Contemporary Mosaic Art

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Gwyn Vermeulen

The Power of Positive Thinking

Last Thursday I found out about a grant through the North Carolina Arts Council. One of the first things I noticed was the deadline. It was Monday, November 2nd at 5:00 pm. So I had five days. I began pouring over the guidelines, eligibility, image requirements, etc. and let this application process consume me for days. I had to apply online and present them with a hard copy. I knew because of the lack of time that I would have to drive to Raleigh to turn in my hard copy. That was fine since I a… Continue

Posted by Gwyn Vermeulen on November 8, 2009 at 5:39am — 3 Comments

Deborah Stevens

Ugh...

After looking around at all of the beautiful work on here, I just hate looking at my own. I know that I need to do 2 things:

1. Spend more time in the studio, practicing, learning, creating, developing a style

2. Be patient with myself. I tend to want to be really good at something right away.

Posted by Deborah Stevens on November 7, 2009 at 5:38pm — 2 Comments

Stefan Wolters

what a giant way to get our medium into the the media


Special Ferrari 599 brings 1.2 million euros Published: November 4, 2009 13:13
Last edited: November 4, 2009 14:38

AMSTERDAM - A one-off edition of the exclusive Ferrari's 599 but China has an auction in Beijing brought 1.2 million euros. The exotic goes to an anonymous bidder from Shanghai.

© Auto WeekFerrari burps well in China and we will make weten.Het organized a gal… Continue

Posted by Stefan Wolters on November 7, 2009 at 4:52am — 2 Comments

Pam Givens

Edit your photos with this freeware.

I have a terrific piece of software that is so helpful in cropping and editing photos. It's freeware, easy to download and very helpful http://photofiltre.en.softonic.com Give it a try.

Posted by Pam Givens on November 6, 2009 at 5:52am

 

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Irit Levy

Mosaic and responsibilities 55 Replies

As I see it, the main issue in Karen last discussion was the mosaicists' responsibilities. I personally feel that I have responsibility to my own little art, I have to do it as good as I can, art-...

Tagged: responsibilities

Started by Irit Levy in Art Talk--. Last reply by Ilona Fried 9 minutes ago.

Irit Levy

The hardest part 4 Replies

What do you find the hardest part for you when you mosaic? I always find it difficult with the last 3-4 tiles. I don't know if it is because I am then too anxious to finish the piece but honestly i...

Tagged: process

Started by Irit Levy in Topics that are of interest to all members..... Last reply by Gwyn Vermeulen 2 hours ago.

karen ami

Bricolage: Mosaic and Sustainabilty? 60 Replies

If you are familiar with Isaiah Zagars' work, you know that he is an outsider artist who uses a multitude of materials, paints,found objects to cover buildings and sculpture in the Philedelphia are...

Started by karen ami in Art Talk--. Last reply by Irit Levy 19 hours ago.

Irit Levy

Men and women - looks like we are not equal after all... 13 Replies

I can clearly see differences between the works of men mosaic artists and works of women artists. Do you feel/see the same?

Tagged: style, women, men

Started by Irit Levy in Art Talk--. Last reply by Doreen Adams Nov 7.

Jacqueline Iskander

Bringing this topic up again "Why Do Good Photos Matter?" 37 Replies

And what makes a "good" photo of a mosaic? This may seem like a no-brainer, right? If it were such a "no-brainer" we would not see good mosaics photographed poorly, would we? But we do! And not jus...

Tagged: art, mosaic, photographing

Started by Jacqueline Iskander in Art Talk--. Last reply by Susan Rudolf Nov 6.

Jacqueline Iskander

Mosaic Fabrication 20 Replies

What is mosaic fabrication? Is it art? I have heard the term used a few times, and based on the context in which it was used I am guessing that it has to do with making mosaic based on designs whic...

Started by Jacqueline Iskander in Art Talk--. Last reply by Jynja Nov 6.

Lisa Osgood Dano

FYI: Imitator Sues John T. Unger (Artist) to Overturn Copyrights 2 Replies

There is a pretty significant copyright case going right now. John T. Unger is also a mosaic artist however his current case deals with his metal work. Below copied from his blog - further details ...

Tagged: copyright

Started by Lisa Osgood Dano in Art Talk--. Last reply by Janice Springer Nov 5.

Irit Levy

Here are some grouting tips 19 Replies

There are so many mosaic artists that are afraid from grouting. I love grouting. I feel that in most cases it helps to elevate the quality of the work. Having said that, I also know that it can bri...

Tagged: grout

Started by Irit Levy in Tip, tricks and help. Last reply by Ilona Brustad Nov 4.

Jacqueline Iskander

Mosaicking Religious Icons 6 Replies

I have pondered the idea for many years of mosaicking an orthodox icon. My husband is Coptic Orthodox and he has been hoping that I would consider the idea more seriously. I am wondering what all i...

Tagged: icons, religious

Started by Jacqueline Iskander in Art Talk--. Last reply by Kirsten Dhillon Nov 3.

Irit Levy

What part of your work do you like best? 21 Replies

Which part of your mosaicing process do you like best? Do you like the first stages of designing? The first decisions on materials? The process of cutting and laying the tiles, the grouting? Or is ...

Tagged: process

Started by Irit Levy in Art Talk--. Last reply by John Barrell Nov 3.

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wonderful portrait, great expression :)
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Many thanks Mireille- I love your work- the women profiles are stunning!
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I know exactly what you mean. I think for me it's more of the middle tiles. That is my situation right now. I like what I did at the beginning and now the picture that was in my mind is fading and I'm scared of screwing it up. Would anyone be inte...
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Yes, this happened much later after it had been finished. This piece of plywood had also started to warp. It looks like I just won't be able to sell this one. :(
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I did not score or seal it. I know what scoring is, but not as it applies to mosaics. Ithink that not sealing is part of the source of the problems with my plywood.
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Very nice !!! I love the shading on the number and fence ... and how you did the roof tiles ... great work !
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I really like your choice of colors and shading ... and the subject ... beautiful !
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You made your unique approach with smalti,and that is good news!
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One last post here about public perception... Every year I receive an invitation to participate in a Holiday Fine Art Show and Sale, from a great local arts center. The description goes a little like this: "The works will be juried for quality of...
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Great facial expression and colors ... beautiful work !
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Great story, beautiful mosaic !
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Thanks Carol! Yes, we do have to find the time! I would love to meet you in person and continue gushing on about how wild I am about your creations
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Hey Merryl, There ARE computer programs out there that will make patterns for you but they all fall a little short. Trust me, I've tried them all although it's been 5 years since I did so maybe one of them is better now. I have a process I go thro...
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