The Versatile Nature of Mosaic Borders
(6 min read) When choosing an artwork to embellish their home, people usually consider two things: their feelings and the size of their home. If you are reserved and shy, the chances are you won’t go for large-scale flashy street art for your wall, or if your home is small
Watsonville Brillante Mosaic Project Gets A Prestigious Award
(4 min read) The massive and amazingly intricate, 10-phase outdoor Watsonville Brillante mosaic project has been named Best in Show in the Mosaic and Glass Arts International 2023 exhibition held in Buffalo, New York. The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) and the Stained Glass Association of America (SGAA) will
The Best Of The Best At The Coverings 2023 Exhibit
(4 min read) April is behind us and so is another marvelous Coverings exhibition. It was held from 18 to 21 April at the Orange County Convention Center in Florida. This natural stone conference and exhibition has been setting trends in the design world for years and 2023 is no
Your 2023 horoscope and mosaic mural art (Part 2)
(4 min read) We’ve started this adventure with the previous article, but I still feel I should serve you some kind of intro. This is an intro for those of you who haven’t read the first article because “no Libra queen could be bothered to do so” “no fabulous Scorpio
Our Black Friday / Cyber Monday Mosaic Mural Promotions Have Never Been That Good!
(4 min read) I was doing some research recently and it seems that people tend to be really conflicted about whether they should shop on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Monday usually wins in the end, but just in case you’ve been worried, our promos and deals extend to Monday
Early Black Friday Mosaic promos have never been so hard to resist
(4 min read) Black Friday promos have started all over the web and we are joining the party! This year we have cooked up the lowest price for the most stunning mosaic artwork and if you are looking to embellish your home or surprise a loved one with an amazing
Palestinian farmer makes an astounding mosaic discovery while planting olive trees
(3 min read) Some accidents are as fortunate as they get. Just ask Salman al-Nabahin, a Palestinian farmer who accidentally found one of the most glorious mosaic discoveries in recent history. Nabahin and his young son were puzzled as to why a considerable number of olive trees in their otherwise
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
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.
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.
Why are mosaic tiles expensive?
(4 min read) We’ve talked about the intricate beauty and durability of mosaic artwork many times. It is clear why mosaic art tends to be a bit pricey and why it is worth it, but what about mosaic tiles? That turned out to be one of the most searched questions
Mesmerizing Asian Mosaic Designs That Will Wow You
(4 min read) Mosaic art brings together the old and the new. It’s a tradition that dates millennia, but you’ll find plenty of contemporary examples. And although mosaics are rooted in Western art, you can seek design inspiration from Chinese and Japanese art. The result is an original artwork that
Mosaic art murals, an integral part of street culture
(4 min read) Depending on where you’re at in the world, city streets can either be historically significant or modern… Or that’s what one would think. However, most streets, especially in Europe, are an eclectic mix of both with various forms of historical and pop-culture landmarks here and there. Just