The Captivating Beauty of Halloween Colors on Mosaics
(4 min read) It’s that wonderful time of the year again! You can be sure several things are definitely happening somewhere in the world at this very moment: some sheets are being cut up, someone is ordering black cat plastic straws, and someone is having his second pumpkin spice latte
Autumn Is Here, And So Are Our Glorious Fall-Inspired Mosaics
(5 min read) The time for rubber boots, pumpkin carving, and sweater weather is finally here! Mother nature is about to have an artistic epiphany and color everything in orange and coppery hues. After suffering through weeks and weeks of 130 degrees of hell, I can’t say I mind the
Turtles in mosaic art
(4 min read) Aside from lovely and mysterious mermaids, one of the most present motifs when it comes to mosaic backsplash, pools, and floors are most definitely turtles. These peaceful sea creatures have been gracing public and private spaces around the world for centuries. Turtle mosaic artworks are often referred
5 reasons why glass mosaic tiles are the best choice for your kitchen backsplash
(5 min read) Mosaic kitchen backsplashes go from aesthetically pleasing to simply captivating. Their beauty is undeniable regardless of what type of mosaic tiles they are made of, but their benefits go far beyond their visual appearance. On the same note, why not make the best of your mosaic kitchen
The basics of mosaicking for striving mosaic artists
Beginners’ guide to mosaic art (4 min read) If you are about to embark on a mosaicking adventure, but you are not exactly sure about what to pay attention to the most or how to approach a particular issue concerning the process or design, you have wandered into the right
The Importance of Mosaic Art
(4 min read) Believe it or not, this is one of the questions that seems to be asked ever so often, or at least that’s what the search engine says. Needless to say, I am astounded by the overall rudeness of it, but I guess that the fact that it
Creating the perfect mosaic sky — One of the most difficult tasks in mosaic art
(4 min read) Every art form has its tough works that demand the utmost masterful artistry. Sometimes the most prolific artists are the ones that don’t shine in one particular “department”. Maybe your favorite ballet dancer does the most glorious en pointe, but their grand adage is not that good.
How Mosaic Art Raises The Value of The Furniture it Adorns
(3 min read) Whether you are a practical minimalist at heart or you couldn’t live without your 500 books and fluffy carpets, one thing is certain — we all love a fine piece of furniture. Needless to say, not all of us can afford Boca do Lobo chairs or Koket coffee tables,
The legacy of Roman mosaic art
(4 min read) Now that we’ve dipped our toes into August, it seems only fair to dedicate an article to what’s to be (meteorologists say) the hottest month this year in both the western and northern hemispheres. July was already hot, but it seems that August will be hellish, so
Glass or marble mosaic tiles, a seemingly unanswerable question
(3 min read) Today’s interior design industry is so vast and colorful that it has become truly difficult to quickly and properly choose the option that will fit your mosaic décor requirements. From porcelain to donuts (yes, you read that correctly), from a variety of metals to dried petals, there
Caring For Your Mosaic Artwork
(3 min read) If you have mosaic art in your home, you are part of a tradition that dates back thousands of years and is found across the globe. Whether your mosaic piece is a kitchen backsplash, decorative mural, or bathroom design, you’ll want to clean it regularly to maintain its
Mosaic Surfaces And How To Choose What Works Best For You
(4 min read) Mosaic art can be applied virtually anywhere, from subway walls to bowling balls. Just like its undestroyable predecessor (paradoxical, but true), contemporary mosaic art should be able to captivate the attention, make a statement, and last wherever you decide to put it, regardless of the base. You’ll
The everlasting popularity of mosaic art
(4 min read) I was recently browsing the web for some fresh ideas and I ran into one of the most infuriating questions I’ve read since the last time Kathy Griffin decided to voice her opinion. So, the question was (*insert dramatic pause*): “Is mosaic art still popular?” O. M.
How to frame your mosaic artwork without disturbing its charm
(3 min read) Mosaic art is different from painted art in so many ways, but the effect of both can be quite similar at times. On that note, mosaic wall art is usually created in a rectangular shape which is visually quite similar to rectangular paintings on canvas. Keeping in
Record-Breaking Mosaic Art Around the World
(3 min read) Mosaics are a centuries-old art form, but their popularity hasn’t waned with time. They can be found all over the world, from villas and museums to sidewalks and public spaces. Mosaic artwork is everywhere. But have you ever wondered how giant is the world’s largest mosaic? What’s
Mosaic frames are an art form in their own right
(4 min read) There’s an ongoing silent debate in the upper echelon of the art world about whether The Frame should be recognized as an art form of its own. Famous early modernist painter John Marin was known for always looking for a “Blessed Equilibrium” between paintings and their frames.