Author: Janet Beal

Publisher:

Published: 2015-10-23

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781518745867

Your Guide to Mosaic Art from Start to Finish Mosaic art is a technique that has been around for a long time. It involves the use of small tiles called tesserae to create an image. Mosaic art is originally used as an art work but many people use this technique to create decorative yet functional items. Making a mosaic art project looks very challenging but it is something that everyone can easily do as long as they have the right materials, tools and skills. If you want to learn more about mosaic art, then this book is for you. With this book, you will be able to learn the following: Understand the basics of mosaic art. Chapter 1 discusses the non-technical side of making mosaic art. This chapter includes information such as the history and benefits of mosaic art. Chapter 2 discusses about the different types of materials that you can use to make mosaic art. This chapter focuses on the types of backing (base) material, adhesive, tesserae and tools. This chapter also provides tips on how to choose the right material for mosaic making. Learn about the different techniques of making mosaic art. Chapter 3 provides an in-depth discussion on the three techniques of mosaic art making. This chapter also lists down the different steps involved in the three mosaic art techniques. Lastly, learn about some common FAQs about mosaic art making. Chapter 4 lists several questions people raise when it comes to making mosaic art. Mosaic art is a great way to transform ordinary surfaces extraordinary. You can work with walls, planters, benches and counter top. This is the reason why many people want to learn this particular skill. Let this book serve as your guide so that you can make great and interesting mosaic art projects even if you are clearly a novice.