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Handmade ceramic tile, vitreous tile, on handmade substrate
15 x 10 Marble, rusted scissors, scissors, thinset, fiberglass mesh
29 x 29 Slate, solid body porcelain, silver smalti, metal tile, framed
Want to cover a large amount of space without spending years doing it? Now you can! By creating individual mosaic elements that can be adhered to a concrete surface or attached to wood fencing or siding you can create a scene, story, or design that is both beautiful and durable.
Just as an artist uses different types of brushwork to create visual movement, energy, or stillness within a painting, so a mosaic artist uses different ways of laying their lines of mosaic to create various effects. Learn the beginnings of the language of mosaics in this fun and exploratory workshop.
So many beautiful variations are possible! Home is where the heart is, so give it some LOVE! In this workshop we will create a vertical or horizontal Address plaque for your home, or a uniquely special gift for friends or family. In this 3 session class I will teach you how to create numbers and lettering in mosaic, and really
In this love-ly two part class, we will create a mixed media heart or Photo frame for your loved one! All materials provided. First day we’ll create, second day we’ll grout and finish up.. All materials and tools will be provided. bring your love of mosaics and maybe a friend or two! Arrive a few minutes ahead, wear only close-toed
Bring color and year-round interest to your garden with mosaic stepping stones. In this three part class for adults you will learn how to design, create, and cast your own stepping stone for a trip-free work of art. No experience is necessary. this is great for all levels of mosaic or stained glass artists. All materials and tools will be
We will begin with an ordinary river rock, and end with a beautiful mosaic you can place in your garden or gift to your favorite gardener. A simple and effective way to add year-round color and interest to your outdoor space. All materials and tools will be provided, please arrive a few minutes early, wear close-toed shoes, and bring safety
Handmade ceramic tile. 7 ft. diameter
Ceramic tile, glass tile, hand carved marble, plaster, paint. Mosaics cover the kitchen floors, counters, hallway floors, bathroom shower and floor, and dining room floors. Hand sculpted snake in kitchen/dining room doorway and wall. Hand carved marble snake around bathroom mirror.
Ceramic tile, glass tile, oyster shells, metal cogs, watch bands, bits and bobs. Mosaics cover thousands of square feet of floors and columns.
A great time was had by all as we toiled away in the heat this July weekend just prior to the wildfire season start up. Although we had one emergency cancellation just before class began, we still had plenty of good energy to make this a great creative gathering. A few newbies joined in with some old hands (literally and
I can’t believe how much time has passed since my last post, but life has been FULL! Work on the mural continues pretty much everyday and I am doing my best to try and get it up on the wall before July. (But no promises! I can only move so fast.) Keep your ears open for announcements of an unveiling event!
Another few weeks, another bit of progress on the massive project I’ve titled “The Horses of the Equamore Foundation”.Here’s the step-by-step progress of the last few weeks on the Horses of Equamore mosaic mural. I started the next part yesterday. This is Flint, one of the rescued Percherons from Equamore. I also presented the beginning of the mural at the
Wonderful world! My friend and fellow mosaic artist Lynn Adamo and I applied for a large public art project in McMinnville, Oregon last year for a new bus station/rerouting center. Well, we didn’t get that gig, but luckily for us, one of the folks who was present for that selection process saw and liked our work. They have hired us
Creating the Horses of Equamore ceramic mosaic mural
Well a true spring has finally come to the Rogue Valley of Southern Oregon, and I have been working hard to create several new items of art for the Art for the Home & Garden Show and Sale that I hope you will enjoy in addition to some tried and true favorites. First, mosaic jewelry. Beautiful handcrafted tiny works of art
April was an absolute dream of a month weather wise here in Talent, Oregon; a gorgeous Spring display of color and bloom took my breath away almost every day. I was lucky enough to get to do some teaching in the midst of all this glorious weather and was joined at the Ashland Art Center once again by six lovely
What exactly IS this “Community Built” thing you ask? Well…I hope I can describe it in fewer words than the board members did- LOL. I describe it as: Community building and engagement through creative projects. It all began with a bunch of playground designers and muralists “back in the day” (the 1970’s), and it’s not only still going strong, but is growing
Spring has sprung! I can hardly believe the daffodils are up and blooming, the almond and plum trees are blossoming and the pears are starting to bud. Ahh, Spring, how I’ve missed you! S.A.D.: Though we’ve hardly had a winter, with little to no snow (we’re now preparing for a major drought this summer), I am always happy to see
The holidays are just around the corner and I’m working my tail off to bring you beautiful new work for dressing up your table, gifting to your friends and family, or decorating your home.
I’ll be in several shows around Oregon this fall so want you to get out your calendars to find the one(s) closest to you!
November 15th -December 24th at Pioneer Place Shopping Mall, Lower Level Suite 1200, the OPA (Oregon Potters Assn.) will once again be bringing together over 70 potters in one shop to offer you handmade ceramic goodies for all. We’ll be potter-staffed from 11am-7am everyday (except Thanksgiving).
Next, I’ll be back down in S. Oregon for the annual Clayfolk Pottery Show and Sale at the Medford Armory. Friday Nov. 22-Sunday the 24th. Always free, and always a fun community event.
The following weekend you can find me back in Portland for the OPA Holiday Fair at Portland Nursery on Stark St. Friday Nov. 29th – Sunday Dec. 1st. with at least 50 of your favorite artists celebrating “Small Business Saturday” all weekend long. Let’s stick it to Jeff Bezos and buy all handmade/local gifts this year!
Last but not least, I’’m hoping to get into the Hannukah Craft Fair at Leikam Brewery in SE Portland for a sweet one day event on Sunday Dec. 8th. From 1-6 pm you can imbibe while you shop several local artisans and makers. Wrap up your holidays, then sit down and enjoy your neighborhood community! Themed and non-themed goods will be available.