Oversized "Coffee-table" book. Glossy photo illustrated boards with matching DJ. Text is clean and white, no marks. Profusely illustrated throughout with full-color photographs. Unclipped DJ shows light edgewear. "A comprehensive guide to basic and advanced techniques, materials and mosiac design. Step-by-step instructions for 30 practical projects, ranging from the simple to the sophisticated are included, each of which is conveniently rated by cost, time and difficulty." (from the jacket).

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Title

The Complete Mosaic Handbook: Projects, Techniques, Designs

Publisher

Firefly Books, New York

Publication Date

2004

Language

English

ISBN 10

1552977749

ISBN 13

9781552977743

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

First Printing

Condition

Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition

Good

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Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to mosaic techniques and design.

Mosaics enhance everyday objects, revive decors and can be long-lasting works of art. Versatile, strong and wonderfully expressive, one of the appeals of mosaic is its ability to defy time.

The Complete Mosaic Handbook is a comprehensive guide to basic and advanced techniques and design of mosaic art. The book includes step-by-step instructions for thirty practical projects for mosaic artists at every level of experience. Each project is conveniently rated by cost, time and difficulty.

Projects range from the simple to the sophisticated and include:

Place mats and coasters
Beaded picture frame
Outdoor planter
Garden path
Fruit platter
Portrait
Jewelry box
Glass vase
House numbers

The projects employ a wide variety of materials from traditional tile, glass and stone to found objects. The text is concise and jargon-free with full color photographs explaining each step. Valuable advice includes tricks of the trade and design tips for avoiding common mistakes.

Also featured is an extensive gallery of mosaic art styles throughout history: Ancient Greece, Byzantium, Renaissance, then on to contemporary styles such as Arts and Crafts.

Easy-to-follow, foolproof and beautifully illustrated, The Complete Mosaic Handbook is as inspiring as it is instructive.

About the Author

Sarah Kelly is an award-winning professional mosaic artist and author of Mosaic Crazy.

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