Mixed-Media Mosaics: Techniques and Projects Using Polymer Clay Tiles, Beads & Other Embellishments
by Laurie Mika
from North Light Books
Great crossover potential--introduces a fresh creative medium and process for mixed-media, collage, assemblage, polymer clay and mosaic tile artists.
Project variety--along with more familiar surfaces (like tables and mirrors), mosaic work is introduced in refreshingly new formats, such as jewelry and shrines.
Features an extensive techniques section and 18 step-by-step demos designed to be accessible to all skill levels.
Mixed Media Mosaics uses polymer-clay, mosaic-tile work as a new and exciting platform for mixed-media/collage artists. Readers will learn to craft highly textural and vividly colored icons, boxes, tables, items of personal adornment and more, using a combination of manufactured tiles and handmade tiles. Techniques for creating the tiles include painting and glazing, stamping, embedding items like beads and buttons, mixing pigments and mica powders with clay, adding metallic leaf, creating molds, combining the handcrafted tiles with traditional mosaic tile, grout alternatives and more. In addition to learning techniques for making their own tiles, readers will discover helpful processes for working inspiration (such as an homage to a loved one or a memorable getaway) into their tile-work, using personalization techniques such as stamping words or adding personal ephemera and found objects.
Mosaic Art and Style: Designs for Living Environments
by JoAnn Locktov
from Quarry Books
Mosaic Art and Style is a celebration of how mosaics can be integrated into our environments. Author JoAnn Locktov explores our fascination with mosaic art and illustrates how artists have crafted architectural installations as well as decorative and functional objects that have added immeasurably to living spaces. Readers will enjoy seeing how mosaic art can be applied to every surface imaginable. Mosaic Art and Style tells the story of how the projects were conceived and fabricated from the artists' points of view.
Locktov has forged special relationships with a multitude of artists, who have allowed her to feature their work in Mosaic Art and Style. Through these relationships, she takes the reader into the world of the artist and gives readers a behind-the-scenes pass into the artists' workshops, where she shares their personal thoughts about the creation and inspiration that imbues their work.
Easy Mosaics for Your Home and Garden
by Sarah Donnelly
from North Light Books
Crafters, artists, gardeners, home decorators and parents looking for easy and attractive projects are sure to love this collection of 20 stylish and sophisticated mosaic designs that are surprisingly easy to make. From stepping stones and planters to wall plaques and sundials, readers will find all the guidance they need to jump right in and begin creating. There's no glass to cut, and no messy grouting. Readers simply mix, pour and embed. From unusual garden critters to classic architectural themes and geometrical designs, this guide features a range of attractive patterns that will complement all types of styles and home decor. Templates are included for each design. The projects require only inexpensive and accessible materials, such as pebbles, stones, shells, tiles and pre-cut glass chips, and readers can complete most designs in two hours or less.
The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook
by Maggy Howarth
from Firefly Books
Extensive guidebook to a popular and rapidly growing craft.
Many of us have walked the squares of Venice, Rome and Madrid and admired the geometric pavements of pebble mosaics. Made from found stones, and as beautiful as they are durable, pebble mosaics are a welcome addition to gardens, patios, and public spaces.
The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook is the most complete sourcebook for enthusiasts and landscape designers -- an accessible and illustrated guide that covers materials, design, tools and techniques.
The book lists the best sources to find or buy pebbles; how to choose and test pebbles for strength and quality; and which materials to avoid. There are practical instructions for ensuring the mosaic can withstand frost, foot and vehicle traffic, pollutants, and water.
The book explains in detail the principles of creating walkways and patios, precast slabs, fountains, pools, and cascades. Illustrated sample projects are followed step-by-step. Designing is also fully explained whether using simple sketches or professional graphic design software.
A showcase of pebble mosaic from around the world by leading artists demonstrates the craft's vast creative potential. In addition, a section of design ideas features many popular subjects and patterns including animals, heavenly bodies, spirals, borders, floral, fish, flowers, and many more.
(20031015)Mosaics: Inspiration and Original Projects for Interiors and Exteriors
by Kaffe Fassett
from Taunton
Superb colorist Kaffe Fassett departs from his usual medium of textiles to unleash his magic on the world of mosaics. Teamed with expert needle artist-turned-mosaicist Candace Bahouth, Fassett proves no less adept at manipulating the harder materials--glass and ceramic tesserae, broken china and tiles, mirror fragments, pebbles, seashells, and even faux pearls--than his accustomed softer substances of fabric and yarn. As with most of Fassett's oeuvre, this volume is more an assemblage of highly imaginative ideas than a traditional how-to approach. A number of the projects do include step-by-step instructions and there is good coverage of the basics (tools, materials, bases, tesserae preparation, adhesives, grouting), but the presentation presumes the readers' willingness to experiment, as well as some degree of confidence in their own creativity. But again, as is typical of Fassett's productions, the simple act of leafing through these pages offers unlimited inspiration. Stunning photographs abound with brilliant hues and spectacular creations by the authors and by mosaic artists around the world: grottoes, chapels, cars, walls, furniture, terraces, entire buildings. And perhaps mosaic work is not so different from textile manipulation after all: witness the many pieces composed like a patchwork quilt, or the tapestry-upholstered armchair that reveals itself actually to be entirely covered not in fabric but in ceramic tesserae. This volume is truly a feast for the eyes. --Amy Handy
The art of mosaic has been around for centuries. This book brings the process into the present, as two accomplished designers invite readers to explore dramatic color combinations using a variety of materials. This is a rich collection of creative projects for both interiors and exteriors. It includes detailed instructions for working with broken crockery and tiles, and preparing items such as window frames and mirrors. The book offers stunning yet practical ideas -- from a fine mosaic vase and window surround to a mosaic garden terrace, table, and planter.
-- Features 16 imaginative projects.
-- Includes step-by-step instructions for projects and materials.
-- Offers designers and crafters new ways to use color.
The Mosaic Artist's Bible: Over 300 Traditional and Contemporary Designs
by Theresa Mills
from Trafalgar Square Books
Mosaics as History: The Near East from Late Antiquity to Islam (Revealing Antiquity)
by G. W. Bowersock
from Belknap Press
Over the past century, exploration and serendipity have uncovered mosaic after mosaic in the Near East--maps, historical images, mythical figures, and religious scenes that constitute an immense treasure of new testimony from antiquity. The stories these mosaics tell unfold in this brief, richly informed book by a preeminent scholar of the classical world.
G. W. Bowersock considers these mosaics a critical part of the documentation of the region's ancient culture, as expressive as texts, inscriptions on stone, and architectural remains. In their complex language, often marred by time, neglect, and deliberate defacement, he finds historical evidence, illustrations of literary and mythological tradition, religious icons, and monuments to civic pride. Eloquently evoking a shared vision of a world beyond the boundaries of individual cities, the mosaics attest to a persistent tradition of Greek taste that could embrace Judaism, Christianity, and Islam in a fundamentally Semitic land, and they suggest the extent to which these three monotheistic religions could themselves embrace Hellenism.
With copious color illustrations, Bowersock's efforts return us to Syrian Antioch, Arabia, Jewish and Samaritan settlements in Palestine, the Palmyrene empire in Syria, and the Nabataean kingdom in Jordan, and show us the overlay of Hellenism introduced by Alexander the Great as well as Roman customs imported by the imperial legions and governors. Attending to one of the most evocative languages of the ages, his work reveals a complex fusion of cultures and religions that speaks to us across time.
(20070501)Wild Tiles: Creative Mosaic Projects for Your Home
by Chrissie Mervine-Grace
from North Light Books
Discover your Mosaic Muse:
Mosaics transform a plain surface into a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Now you too can create beautiful, quirky, imaginative and whimsical mosaics with Wild Tiles. You'll find 34 projects and variations, easy-to-use patterns, step-by-step photography and plenty of tips. Even beginners will create fabulous mosaics in no time at all. Experienced artists looking for inspiration will find plenty of new techniques using collage and mixed media elements, as well as more advanced projects to test their skills.
Brighten your home with a wide variety of whimsical and distinct designs, including:
Picture frames and mirrors Dresser and tabletop Wall hangings, inspirational artwork and more!
If you're looking for something unique and magical to decorate your home, look no further. Let Wild Tiles be your muse and create your own beautiful mosaics full of color and whimsy!
Mosaic Magic
by Angie Batt
from David & Charles
Mosaic Magic offers 15 stylish and practical mosaic projects for the home and garden along with project variations, additional ideas and a comprehensive section on materials and techniques. Whether the reader is a beginner or looking to improve their current skills, this book explores the craft of mosaics, using historic mosaic ideas and inspiration as the basis for chic, contemporary designs. Clear step-by-step instructions make the projects achievable for everyone regardless of skill level or available crafting time.
The Mosaic Idea Book
by Natascha Dean
from North Light Books
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Mosaic Mercantile Mosaic Tile Primer primer
This specially formulated water-based, rust-inhibitive primer is ideal for preparing surfaces for mosaic adhesive, tile, and grout. The primer can be used indoors or outdoors, on wood, metal, concrete, plaster, plastic, and most other surfaces. Mosaic Tile Primer comes in 8 oz. bottles.
Mosaic Mercantile Mosaic and Tile Adhesive 32 oz. bottle tile adhesive
A specially formulated water-based adhesive designed to apply glass or ceramic mosaic tile to wood, metal, concrete, plaster, plastic, glass, and most other surfaces. Dries clear. For wood or other surfaces with may warp or distort if exposed to water, we recommend first applying a protective base coat of primer before using the adhesive.
Mosaic Mercantile Mosaic and Tile Adhesive 8 oz. bottle tile adhesive
A specially formulated water-based adhesive designed to apply glass or ceramic mosaic tile to wood, metal, concrete, plaster, plastic, glass, and most other surfaces. Dries clear. For wood or other surfaces with may warp or distort if exposed to water, we recommend first applying a protective base coat of primer before using the adhesive.
Mosaic Mercantile Mosaic and Tile Adhesive 4 oz. bottle tile adhesive
A specially formulated water-based adhesive designed to apply glass or ceramic mosaic tile to wood, metal, concrete, plaster, plastic, glass, and most other surfaces. Dries clear. For wood or other surfaces with may warp or distort if exposed to water, we recommend first applying a protective base coat of primer before using the adhesive.
Barron's The Mosaic Artist's Handbook The Mosaic Artist's Handbook ISBN: 0764159127
The ancient art and craft of mosaics has become a popular modern medium for creating chic, stylish, and contemporary art objects and appointments for the home. This heavily illustrated and practical instruction guide shows how to create a wide array of beautiful things out of small pieces of colored glass, marble, ceramic, or stone. Readers will find detailed instructions for making a decorative floor panel, a Byzantine-style box, a geometric table top, and many other beautiful mosaic items. The book includes hundreds of full-color diagrams and illustrations. Book specifications: wirebound hardback, 224 pgs., 5 3/4 in. x 7 1/2 in. Publisher: Barron's, 2006.
Necklace, 'Mosaic'
Joanna and Ketut Darmawan explore a variety of silver textures, forming a handsome mosaic pendant. Designed for today's fashions, it is worn on a black leather cord. A silver bead slides up and down to adjust the length, and the cord is washable. .925 rating silver
Mosaic Mercantile Combination Grout Sponge/Float sponge/float
Specially designed for professional results, this innovative sponge/float combines two essential mosaic tools. One side is a rubber grout float for spreading and smoothing grout into the crevices between mosaic tiles. The other side is a highly absorbent sponge for removing excess grout from the tile surface.
Mosaic Mercantile Mosaic Grout Sealer grout sealer
Mosaic Grout Sealer protects tile grout from water, dirt, food, and discoloration. The sealer dries to a transparent, matte finish. Mosaic Grout Sealer is easy to apply and non-yellowing. It comes in an 8 oz. bottle.
Roylco Craft Supplies box of 10,000 paper mosaic squares
Your child's imagination will run wild with this variety of beads, trinkets, mosaic squares, and more. Decorate a cap, create collage boxes, string a necklace and other cool jewelry, craft a quilt, and design a treasure chest
Merino wool throw, 'Mosaic'
Intricately woven in primary colors, mosaic motifs surround this beautiful throw. Artisans of Himbunkar create the handloomed textile with soft, warm merino wool.
