Do you use a hammer to break dishes and tiles?
Absolutely not.
Smashing and breaking can create dangerous sharp shards. Plus I wouldn’t get the pieces and shapes I want. The process is more controlled. I use an electric wet saw, Taurus ring saw, electric glass grinder, diamond edge scorer or wheeled nippers to carefully cut and shape the pieces and then grind all the edges to make them safe and smooth.
Do you “glue on” all those little pieces?
Yes.
I alone attach each one of those little pieces (or as they say in the mosaics biz, “tessarae”), one by one…piece by piece (a very time consuming and meditative process). The adhesive used depends on the project and its use: latex modified thin set, 527 cement, silicone, mastic, construction adhesive and epoxy. After all is set and cured, any remaining sharp edges are sanded with a rotary tool and finished off with my own custom colored
grouts.
What is grout?
Grout is a kind of cement and it ties all the tessarea together. I use Portland cement based grout with chemical additives for extra flexibility to complete the piece. This step takes the most expertise. I take extra time and effort with a wet cure method, shaping, molding and smoothing the grout as it dries. I believe that skill and attention to detail in grout finishing separates the “do-it-yourself -er” from the true artisan/ craftsman.
Do you teach classes?
Yes.
I teach a fun class " Mosaics and Wine... a social art class".
See more info at http://www.mosaicsandwine.com/
Do you have a store?
No.
I work out of my studio, located in my garage (mosaics can be very messy!).
Mosaics Garden creations can be purchased at ArtSlash Gallery in Carmel, Indiana and juried art shows (see listings on website), and by contacting me directly through my website.
Can I use Mosaics Garden creations outdoors?
Certainly.
All garden creations are sealed to withstand wind, sun and rain. They are not, however, frost and freeze proof. If you live in a cold climate, be sure to store them indoors over the winter.
Can you do mosaics on a fireplace or a back splash?
Absolutely not.
Smashing and breaking can create dangerous sharp shards. Plus I wouldn’t get the pieces and shapes I want. The process is more controlled. I use an electric wet saw, Taurus ring saw, electric glass grinder, diamond edge scorer or wheeled nippers to carefully cut and shape the pieces and then grind all the edges to make them safe and smooth.
Do you “glue on” all those little pieces?
Yes.
I alone attach each one of those little pieces (or as they say in the mosaics biz, “tessarae”), one by one…piece by piece (a very time consuming and meditative process). The adhesive used depends on the project and its use: latex modified thin set, 527 cement, silicone, mastic, construction adhesive and epoxy. After all is set and cured, any remaining sharp edges are sanded with a rotary tool and finished off with my own custom colored
grouts.
What is grout?
Grout is a kind of cement and it ties all the tessarea together. I use Portland cement based grout with chemical additives for extra flexibility to complete the piece. This step takes the most expertise. I take extra time and effort with a wet cure method, shaping, molding and smoothing the grout as it dries. I believe that skill and attention to detail in grout finishing separates the “
Do you teach classes?
Yes.
I teach a fun class " Mosaics and Wine... a social art class".
See more info at http://www.mosaicsandwine.com/
Do you have a store?
No.
I work out of my studio, located in my garage (mosaics can be very messy!).
Mosaics Garden creations can be purchased at ArtSlash Gallery in Carmel, Indiana and juried art shows (see listings on website), and by contacting me directly through my website.
Can I use Mosaics Garden creations outdoors?
Certainly.
All garden creations are sealed to withstand wind, sun and rain. They are not, however, frost and freeze proof. If you live in a cold climate, be sure to store them indoors over the winter.
Can you do mosaics on a fireplace or a back splash?
Sure.
I can design and install mosaic architectural applications to specifically meet your design and color needs.
