How to Make Tile Mosaics & Patterns

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Learn how to make tile mosaics with tips such as how to plan the mosaic pattern and cut the tile in this free video series.

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Summary: Creating mosaics is an art that has been practiced for thousands of years. Mosaic work started in a more crude form but was developed until artists made pieces that looked like paintings. These mosaics from the past have been found on floors as well as on walls and ceilings today. Now you can see mosaic tile work ranging from the simple to the intricate. Usually, the creation of such pieces is left to an artisan, however it can be done without having the expertise, with the help of these free videos. The mosaic tile expert in this video series will show you how to make your own mosaic tile masterpiece. To get started, take a look at the list of supplies and materials that our expert provides in the video series. Then, learn how to layout and design your mosaic by color by using the “3-5-7” rule. Our expert will thoroughly go through each step, showing you how to use each tool so that you can make your own fabulous mosaic tile design.

About the Expert

Contact: flatforkstudio.com

Expert: Artist, Designer and Sculptor Faith Schexnayder loves what she does. A third generation painter from a long line of artists, this native Austinite dreamed of becoming an artist since childhood, and she has succeeded in making that dream a reality. Faith's whimsical and engaging works can be seen all over town. The magical griffins outside Halbert Antiques on Burnet Road, the giant Mother Hen that stands watch over her chicks in Faith's own front yard, and in her tour de force, a float to carry Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong in his victory parade. More information can be found at their website www.flatforkstudio.com

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