5 powerful mosaic designs influenced by Black history
(4 min read) It’s been 44 years since February was officially declared as Black History Month in the United States. Black people from all walks of life have helped shape communities across the country for more than four centuries. Black History Month is very much about honoring the valuable contributions Black people have made—and continue to make—in societies across the world. It’s about celebrating the determination to work towards a more inclusive society, where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.
As the nations mark this milestone, we at Mosaics Lab have specially curated a collection of five beautiful designs, each one powerful and influenced by Black history and culture.
Breaking barriers
American pop star Michael Jackson broke barriers for African Americans in the music industry. He was the first Black artist to a video broadcast on MTV. His radical album, Thriller, broke sales records around the world. Add a dose of Black pop culture and dynamism to your home with this portrait by innovative artist Andy Warhol.
Black and regal
There is something majestic about the Black and regal woman portrayed in this mosaic artwork. Gold accentuates her braided hair, lidded eyes, and parted lips, not to mention the gilded hoops she wears. The gilded tiles are a striking and sharp contrast to her dusky skin and the obsidian-toned background. Is she a model? A pop star? A beautiful lady walking down the street? Who knows.
Out of Africa
For this tabletop mosaic art, American artist Eileen McDonough seeks inspiration from the street mosaics of her newfound home in Lisbon, Portugal. Chloe, the woman depicted in this mosaic art, is fashionably dressed in a vibrant, multi-hued headscarf and dress that could be influenced by African cultures. Chloe looks like a confident female who is unabashed and unafraid of what other people think.
Elegant and ebony
This mosaic artwork of a Black woman adorned with black beads is mesmerizing to watch. Touches of yellow frame her downcast gaze and balance her brightly colored dress. The woman’s blue headscarf alludes to her expression. Why does the girl appear sad and worried as she clutches her beads? What is she thinking about?
Icons and iconoclasts
Last, but certainly not the least, on our list, is this mosaic art of Black historical figure Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The American pastor, civil rights activist, and Nobel Peace Prize winner was more than a symbolic figure of American blacks. He never backed down in his stand against racism. Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, in particular, is among the most revered orations in the English language.
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34 Comments
I love all this art work it’s so beautiful. You did a great job on this blog.
These mosaics are all amazing! The detail is unbelievable.
The gold against the dark in Black Regal is striking. I think that one is my favorite.
The mosaics specifically of the black women with gilded gold are the most striking of this list and show both the strength and elegance of them both and almost the brilliance and weight of the world they carry. Absolutely stunning.
I love artworks, especially if it looks this great and if I look up to the person drawn into it.
Whoa incredible. I love mosaic art. Elegant and Ebony, this one is amazing art. I want to get this one.
Those are all wonderful pieces of mosaic designs and I am loving the Black and Regal one the best.
These mosaics are absolutely stunning. Art has such a powerful way of tying into movements and moments, and these pieces have captured Black History so well.
These are absolutely stunning… I feel like seeing these in person would bring tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing these powerful pieces with us.
I have never seen such beautiful mosaics. These are the best!
Wow! That mosaic table design of Chloe is so nice and chic. It is truly a work of art. I would be so happy to have a piece of these mosaic designs at home.
I have to agree with others, the Black and Regal mosaic is just stunning! The color contrasts are beautiful in that one.
elegant and ebony – that one is my favorite – even though it is hard to choose a favorite of the mosaics that you have featured, all are exquisite in their own right – blessings!
These mosaics are breath-taking! Absolutely stunning.
I’m obsessed with all of these. So important to honor the history.
Wow, these are amazing. I’m so very glad to see such being included in the options. To bring recognition to those of color and all they have and will accomplish!
beautiful and important! I think Black History month is important and seeing it reflected in mosaic as well is wonderful
love these designs – they are beautifully done. Thank you
That mosaic art is amazing, such a beautiful pieces, and very inspirational
These are incredibly beautiful Mosaics! Happy Black History Month!
All the designs are superb as usual, but I am biased on MJ’s one as I am a big fan of him.
How thoughtful! Each of these mosaic art pieces look absolutely stunning and unique 👌🏻
These are beautiful and I like how each represents a different type of art. I really like the Black and Regal because I really like how the gold highlights the features.
I love the Black and Regal as well as the Elegant and Ebony ones. They look so majestic and truly eye-catching. Definitely worth having.
these are absolutely remarkably made – thank you for sharing
These are so powerful! The out of Africa and MLK are my favorites.
Lovely pieces of art, mosaics really gives justice to the legacy of these icons.
Artwork does move me in a way that I get curious about how the brain of the artist works. It amazes me just by thinking how they do everything in one wonderful piece.
Indeed such lovely mosaic. I love how detailed it was and of course the way it was being represented.
This a great article! Those arts are amazing and stunning! Thanks for sharing this!
These are all so amazing!
I love that most of the featured works are women too! :o)
Black history continues to be such an important topic. If we can teach through art (and as an artist I think this is paramount) then we might be able to tap down the rhetoric.
These images are absolutely stunning. Wonderful article.
Elegant and Ebony would look awesome in my home office! These are so pretty, love them?
Wow! These are really amazing pieces! And the fact that they are influenced by Black history and culture makes them even more interesting.