These are fraternal twins. Trying to do chins matching where the tesserae used is the same colors of the china. Frame purchased from Sharra Frank Mosaics.
The Makings of the Christmas Chicken
So this piece was without a kit. Firm is compliments of Sharra Frank. Totally sourced by what was in my stash. First time using translucent grout. Might be the last.
Makings of my Mosaic Squirrel
Actually, working from a kit copy test of Sharra Frank Mosaics can be just as challenging as designing a mosaic from scratch.
Quintet of Trees
I have had these tree forms from Sharra Frank for years. After the previous homework assignment, I was finally able to have a design.
Extra Credit ReDo
Not enough contrast. So I did a watercolor wash atop the seed pearls. Better not perfect but better.
Extra Credit Homework Assignment
I was determined to to make a flower. Base is a round mound of Epoxy Clay. Placed outer petals and center circle first. Allowed to dry. Applied 2 part epoxy to center. And placed remaining tesserae. Size frame is 4 inches square.
Technology is Great Until it Isn’t
I have had this website for years with Square Space and have always been able to navigate and add to it without difficulty. However, an entire page has been deleted into the cyber universe. Will attempt technical support but am doubtful.
Homework Assignment
Mosaic Design School with Shara Frank
“Blooming Big”
Two Tea Pots
Disney Princess Tea Pots
Forms purchased from Shara Frank Mosaics
Two Tulips
My ongoing Mosaic course with Sharra Frank. These are just adjuncts. Forms that I have had for a few years but am learning technique. One thing that is very difficult is symmetry. Despite marking the form and precutting the glass, pieces do not match up. Damn perfection gene.
Two homework assignments from Mosaic Design School
4 inch square pieces. Working small can be a bit fiddly. The end result is not the reward….. the process is where the learning and growth occurs.
Two Tiny Pears
I purchased a kit from Sharra Frank’s Mosaics to complete the first pear. The design did not go as planned. Trouble cutting gold mirror which I eventually scrapped and restarted the process. Learning curve with working with Epoxy Clay and seed beads. In the first pear, I utilized a broken Rosary to outline the large china piece as there was a large gap in height between it and the surrounding tesserae. The second pear is one utilizing the design and materials in the kit.
Lotus Series
I have had these forms for almost 2 years. Continuing with the Mosaic Design School with Sharra Frank has helped me immensely with the design and implementation of these pieces.
In chronological order order of completion.
Let them Eat Cake
While I was working on these swans swans, I was staring at the cake form and thinking “what am I going to do with this?” The seed pearl beading is a bit wonky but otherwise I am pleased with it. Form purchased from Sharra Frank Mosaics.
Swan Pair
I have been working on these swans for almost 3 months. So much trial and error. Designs not working. Finally completed and I think I am satisfied. A definite learning curve. Forms purchased thru Sharra Frank Mosaics.
Lesson one Complete from Mosaic Design School with Sharra Frank
Happy but not perfect. Seed pearls are a real challenge but getting the depth of the epoxy clay at the level I want or “think” I want is a challenge. That and not pushing in the beads too far. Shape, texture and color was the lesson as well as spontaneity. Tried not to over think the process.
Shara’s Shapes
I am taking an online year long mosaic design class with Shara Frank who is out in Minnesota. Rethinking how I approach my art. Here are 2 pieces I completed before the start of class.
Large Pear and Small Pear.
Flower Garden
My creativity has been not been lacking though it’s implementation has. Large piece 36” x 24” inches. Started years ago but did nit flow. In an earnest attempt to not to purchase new materials, the piece developed. Persevered onward and finally completed. Tedious to grout due to the irregularity and differing height of tesserae.
GroundCover
Another repurposed Mirror. I am slowly going thru my substrates until they are gone.
A Jelly Fish Swimming
So I really do not have a title for this piece. Went shopping in my studio and found a plethora of items to pitch or use. This is a rescued mirror. The jellyfish is courtesy of Kory Dollar at Marvelous Fine Mosaic Art in Oregon. This was a challenge to glue especially the jellyfish. Some grout bleed but less than I anticipated . Still in the cleaning process ….. two hours in and about 1/2 way done.
