The Mosaic Artist's Bible of Techniques: The Go-To Source for Homes and Gardens: Complete, In-Depth Instructions and Creative Designs [Hardcover-spiral]

Teresa Mills (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2009

Featuring detailed instructions and full color photography throughout, this is a complete reference of techniques and ideas for creating mosaics for the home and garden. Step-by-step sequences demonstrate the entire process, from how to develop an idea and draw the design to cutting and laying tiles and adding a beautiful finish to the piece. All of the necessary tools, equipment, and materials—including mirror glass, millefiore Venetian glass, shells, and pebbles—are explained in detail, accompanied by helpful hints on how to best set up a comfortable work area and display finished work. Detailing the basic math of scaling, the guide also explains a variety of methods for enlarging drawings and patterns, such as grids, pantographs, and overhead projection. Packed with design ideas, this companion will inspire artists to create original pieces using a broad color palette, utilize a wide range of materials, and coordinate color and pattern to best effect.

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About the Author

Teresa Mills is a mosaic artist and the author of 50 Mosaic Murals and Mosaic Basics.

Product Details

• Hardcover-spiral: 256 pages
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books (April 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157076428X
• ISBN-13: 978-1570764288
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #33,883 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #6 in Books > Arts & Photography > Other Media > Ceramics

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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Current Go To Book, June 12, 2009

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Erin Bliss "crazy poodle lady" (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews
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I love this book! It is easy to use, carry around and the spiral ring binder makes it easy to lay open on a table for referencing when you're working on a project.
I like the practical advice on safety and cleanliness. I like that it gives advice on setting up your work space. It's full of little tricks I've used over the years like cutting tile into a paper grocery bag so you don't have shards and slivers all over. It also reminds you not to brush off your work with your hands (I didn't start using a brush for this until I slashed 3 fingers and spent a few hours in the ER!).
This will be the book I tell my beginner level students to start with! It's good practical information.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite, November 17, 2009

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Mary E. Johnson (Spruce Pine, NC United States) - See all my reviews
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I went to a Tomboy Tools tile making party. I loved making my first mosaic. I want to mosaic everything in site, and this is a perfect resource. The author starts at the beginning and explains what you need and why you need it. I ordered three books, but this is my favorite. It not only has getting started advice, it has beautiful color photos. Extremely pleased with this purchase.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mosaic Artist's Bible, January 31, 2009

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S. LaCognata "SL Designs" (Hotlanta) - See all my reviews
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Thought this book was very informative especially when you've been away
from Mosaics for awhile and need to review some techniques -or- just learning. Loved the smaller size it comes in.