Art as an activism tool
(4 min read) Throughout history, art has been used (and abused) by both respective artists and ruling political regimes of the particular time period. During the war, artworks tend to become propaganda weapons, but also activism tools. This especially goes for the film (propaganda movies) and sculptures (monuments, busts). However,
10 amazing female artists who are changing the mosaic art scene
(6 min read) Every March 8, on International Women’s Day, the world celebrates the many achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for establishing gender equality. Mosaics Lab joins the global community as it comes together to celebrate women’s achievements, especially in the visual arts. This
Thousands of years of human-animal bond depicted in animal mosaic art
(5 min read) If you browse through the internet searching for the explanation and insight into how human-animal bond actually came to life, you won’t find much. Most often you will run into some sturdy definition, such as: “The human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship” yadda yadda yadda.
Christmas is coming — Hot cocoa, blankets… and festive mosaics!
(2 min read) With a chill in the air and the leaves getting crispier on the sidewalks. We all know that the festive season is just around the corner… which means it’s time for snuggles in our fluffy socks by the fireplace, hot cocoa and some fabulously festive contemporary mosaic
Abstract vs Realism – The Contemporary Mosaic Artwork Edition
(3 min read) As long as art has existed, so have its critics; thus came the age-old divide between abstract and realistic art, which is always a hot potato in conversations. Classic, realistic art has always been reinforced with huge admiration and revered throughout history. In the days where phone
Lilian Broca – Attuned world awareness in an ancient mosaic craft
(3 min read) Lilian Broca creates gorgeous large scale mosaics featuring historical figures in the ancient art of smalto glass, her work acts as a commentary on societal issues. Broca states: “my mythological subjects reflect internationalism, a worldly awareness attuned to significant concerns. I draw attention to political grievances, acts
Gustav Klimt: Gold-laced Femininity And Erotic Surrealism
(4 min read) Gustav Klimt, (born July 14th, 1862) was a famous Austrian symbolist and expressionist painter. Famed for his world-renowned golden era painting; “The Kiss”. His demure, often erotic and surreal paintings moved boldly away from traditional styles, and passionately into the fires of suggestion, sexual expression and female