Mosaic art in the age of curves
(3 min read) This is undoubtedly the era of celebrating all shapes, but mostly curves and mosaic art is right there to support the movement in its own sensible and meaningful way. This is simply because the best mosaic artwork is equivalent to and implicated by — curves. How so? Well, let’s explain and chat about the sheer bootyliciousness (oh, look, a new word!) of mosaic art!
Some general rule with art is that there are 5 main types of lines: vertical, horizontal, diagonal, zigzag, and curved lines. However, if you really think about it those can simply be summed up as two types — straight and curved lines, with straight lines having 4 types under their wing, and curved lines being just — curved. I guess you could say that straight lines aren’t interesting enough on their own, so they had to have some sub-types included so they could try to match their counterpart — the curved beauties. *wink wink
This last sentiment is, of course, a joke. We don’t discriminate lines here at Mosaics Lab and all of them are welcome to stay and have their fun. However, mosaic art simply looks better when it is done in curved lines. Just browse through our catalog or any mosaic catalog or collection for that matter, and you will realize what I’m talking about. There are several reasons for this.
Straight lines are pretty improbable and close to impossible in nature. There are some exceptions, like the endless shiny line of the open horizon, or the sharp little spikes of the hedgehog. Nevertheless, almost every other thing in nature will be anything but a line. Our world thrives on little imperfections, that’s what makes it exciting and beautiful. It’s the same way with art, or more precisely, mosaic art.
The other reason is that straight lines are simply more common in architecture and man-made objects that surround us. That automatically makes them more ordinary and subsequently more boring. They are there almost by default, we are trained to look at them and not overthink them. A curved line, on the other hand, is a different story…
In mosaic art and any other art for that matter, curves suggest movement and motion. Our eyes are adjusted to look in straight lines over the surface of the image. At the same time curve will appear to move the whole image closer or further away from the focus point. Simply put, curved lines give mosaic artwork life and vibrancy.
That is one more thing. In art, vibrancy is usually synonymous with color. But if you start thinking in terms of lines, you will quickly realize that colors aren’t the key. A curvy black line will always look livelier than a straight yellow one. The illusion of movement is what makes it look alive and playful.
Before you start overthinking this article and making it into some great metaphor for genders, political correctness, or life in general, let me just tell you that this isn’t the case of the matter. Unlike the world and everyday life, this article really is a straight line (touche), and lines and their commonness and beauty are all we really talked about here.
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beautiful options! This time I felt so distracted with mosaic art, it was hard to concentrate on text. beautiful job!
Flowers are such a great example of curved mosaics, showing the beauty of petals and the flowers. Some great examples here x
very interesting. I have never given much thought about the choice of forms in mosaics, it’s curious it is actually so deep. And when you think of it, it definitely should be at least a little harder to make the curves other than straight lines.
My favourite is the Ballerina and Great Wall of China.
Some very pretty ones again. Delve Into the Night is wonderful, and the name says it all
These are all absolutely gorgeous pieces! I love the ballerina. The strokes in mosaics are truly beautiful.
Street Dancer mosaic art by Haith Dani will definitely do it for me!
These are beautiful mosaic art works.
Red Bird & Blossoms and Street Dancer are my favorites.
These are all so clever and intricate, I really do love the Great Wall of China one. Mosaics are so beautiful to look at
I love Sophie Laroche’s masterpiece. It take a lot of patience and time perhaps to make this work of art. Bravo to Sophie.
Those are all stunning designs. I’d definitely have something like this at home when I get the money for it.
All these curve mosaics are amazing. They represent a different style and give away a positive vibe.
Beautiful mosaic artworks. I love all the ideas.
These are truly a work of heart and so stunning. I honestly love all of these as they are all beautiful in their own way.
Maureen
I am always in awe of the talent they display in making this kind of art. I imagine it’s painstaking but the end result is worth it.
That great wall is a masterpiece. It has emotions and all.. Not all paintings can show that!
These are beautiful. Mosaics always remind me of my childhood, I would spend hours cutting pieces of paper and making my own.
These are all lovely but love thee ballet dancer something peaceful about it
These mosaics arts are cool. I especially like the one with the guy resting under a tree with a horse and sunset/moon background.
These are so beautiful. The designs are very unique and stylish.
These are all pretty gorgeous examples. I do love the variety. The Delve Into the Night mosaic artwork really does stand out.
This is some really lovely artwork. From a distance you can’t tell is mosaic.
I love the fact that curves bring motion and movement into art! With just straight lines, there isn’t as much depth.
All pretty! It is so stylish, the chamomile glass mosaic is my favorite!
All of the mosaic arts are so so beautiful and unique. I love all of them.
I really like floral mosaic designs. And the ballerina mural is stupendous!
I agree, the curved lines do make things more interesting. I like the night mosaic, it’s so pretty and the colors really pop!
Wow! These are all amazingly beautiful. My favorite is the one from Megan Duncanson. Love how she was able to create those little details.
Sophie Laroche’s masterpiece is equally nice. It looks so alive.
There seems to be such a varied variety. I do quite like these options especially those that feature flowers.
When someone asks me about mosaic, your site is the one I recommend coz every single one you showcase just blows me away. It’s always something gorgeous.
Wow, these are amazing mosaic art designs! I love all of them! I’d love to hang them in my room. So beautiful!
I wish I was somewhat artistic. These are STUNNING.
These are such beautiful designs. Curves are always eye catching too.
All of them are beautiful but this Delve Into the Night mosaic artwork by Megan Duncanson is what I love the most.
Some stunning designs here indeed, I do love Megan Duncanson’s Delve Into the Night mosaic artwork, it is so beautiful!
well articulated. those images are really captivating
What an interesting look at mosaics I have never thought of them in terms of curves or the different forms used in art which was also new to me.
All of them look absolutely amazing and couldn’t help but watch in wonder. I’m sure a lot of time was taken into making these incredible pieces and totally love Angelo Fabbri’s work the most.
All of these are so beautiful!
I will never get bored of looking at these mosaics. I will keep reading this blog to see more art!