Outdoor Mosaic

From Library Journal
Mosaics are enjoying a surge of popularity among artists and landscapers, and both of these books provide ideas for outdoor projects. Outdoor Mosaic offers a selection of photos and descriptive explanations of projects in different settings done by the authors' London-based studio, Mosaic Workshop. These are mostly large, complex, professionally designed and executed works. No projects are included, but there is a chapter of technical information. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Book Description
Whether a spacious garden or a tiny rooftop terrace, this dazzling collection of ideas and projects shows you how to bring color and style to any outdoor space. Beautifully illustrated and featuring more than a dozen projects, from wall friezes and garden paths to tables, bird baths, and pool surrounds. 100 color photos & 20 color illustrations. A Crafter¹s Choice Book Club Selection and A Country Homes & Gardens Book Club Selection.

From the Publisher
Mosaic in an outdoor setting can be dramatic and transforming, offering the warmth of color and light the year round. Whether it is the shimmering beauty of a mosaic fountain glimpsed through the trees or the textures of a wall frieze of pebbles and shells, mosaic has powerful appeal. In Outdoor Mosaic, each chapter explores a different application, such as Tables, Wall Mosaics, or Mosaic and Water. There is also information on where to see great historical examples as well as photos of some of the highest quality mosaic work being done today. Following the examples are the projects. In Paths and Pavements, for example, you learn how to create tiles for paving, make a path, and set glass and gold mosaic into an existing concrete floor. Inspiring, instructive, and drawing richly from the authors¹ extensive experience as mosaicists, this stunning book is a must for outdoor decorators.


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Mosaics are enjoying a surge of popularity among artists and landscapers, and both of these books provide ideas for outdoor projects. Outdoor Mosaic offers a selection of photos and descriptive explanations of projects in different settings done by the authors' London-based studio, Mosaic Workshop. These are mostly large, complex, professionally designed and executed works. No projects are included, but there is a chapter of technical information. Pebble Mosaics provides step-by-step projects for paths, planters, and decorative objects made from natural pebbles, shells, and shards. Many involve mortaring the mosaic to an already existing feature such as a birdbath. Outdoor Mosaic will inspire home crafters and professionals alike, while Pebble Mosaics will appeal more to beginners. Both of these books would be good additions to garden collections needing more material on mosaics. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.


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