Found Art Mosaics

By Suzan Germond

Book Overview

Found materials are taking the craft world by storm because the creative potential is tremendous. Contemporary mosaic artists--who continue to expand the limits of construction and materials--can benefit greatly from this movement toward reuse. Even the mosaic neophytes among us can explore the myriad possibilities of these new materials with this fabulous guide. Learn everything you need to get started in the world of found art mosaics, from materials, glass, ceramics, natural materials, grouts, surfaces, sealants, safety gear, and more. The 27 projects here--including the Buttons & Pebbles Vase, Glittering Jewels Belt Buckle, and Recycled Bathtub Garden Planter--each reuse and repurpose objects differently, as the found object may be the surface, the tesserae, or both.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1402735057
• ISBN13: 9781402735059
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.9" x 10.2"

Customer Reviews

One-of-a-Kind

I am a mosaic artist who specializes in and teaches the tempered glass technique. I refer to this book during my classes. Also, I often hear from people who, for various reasons, aren't able to take my classes. I am happy to recommend Found Art Mosaics to these folks because it is the only book that offers step-by-step instructions on tempered glass projects (a tabletop, and a turtle).

Great book!

I am an experienced mosaic artist and I enjoyed the more advanced projects. I learned an enormous amount and got new ideas for my own projects. The book is well laid out; the instructions are excellent; and the photos are beautiful. I also gave this book to my mother who is a beginner. She followed the instructions, had fun, and created projects that she loved.

A book for all ages

Suzan's book is a wonderful source of information on techniques to incorporate found objects into the mosaic process. The book is clearly laid out with concise steps and instructions (including patterns) for a variety of projects. People of all ages will enjoy the suggestions that Suzan offers for creating inspired mosaics.

Excellent

I liked the way data was presented in sequential steps with information on the various methods of adhesion. Great photos.

An Amazing "How-To" in Gorgeous Mosaics.

This is a very eye catching book. It cries out for page turning from beginning to end. If anyone were to create mosaics without attending any classes this would be the way to go.