Mixed-Media Mosaics: Techniques and Projects Using Polymer Clay Tiles, Beads & Other Embellishments: Techniques & Projects Using Polymer Clay Tiles, Beads & Other Embellishments - Softcover

Mixed Media Mosaics offers a fresh new approach to a traditional art form. By making your own tiles from polymer clay and other innovative materials, you control the size, shape, colour and even the texture, empowering yourself to craft mosaics that are uniquely your own. Step by step, you'll learn to reinvent your approach to tabletops, boxes, jewelry, shrines and other mosaic projects. In addition to basic tiling techniques like working with grout and cutting glass tile, you'll be intorduced to creative options for making and altering your own tiles: Discover the power of mica powders and the regal look they can give to mosaics Learn quick and easy ways of painting handcrafted and commercial tiles Master simple steps for creating molds and casting your own relief tiles Add personal meaning to your work with text Experiment with beads and other embellishments in polymer clay tiles Whether you'd like to complete a richly unique patio table, create a jewelry box as a special gift, or simply add creativity to your own mosaic designs, you'll find the inspiration you seek in Mixed Media Mosaics. Start customizing your mosaic creations today!

Laurie Mika is a mixed-media artist residing in southern California. She has painted and created art for as long as she can remember. However, her obsession with mosaics evolved over the course of the last fifteen years, culminating in a style of mixed-media mosaics that she shares in this book. Laurie holds a B.A. from United States International University, where she studied in Africa for two years. She attended graduate school at San Diego State University in the field of art history. She feels very fortunate to have combined both her love of art and her passion for travel. Laurie has been teaching mixed-media mosaic workshops for the past few years at national retreats and truly enjoys sharing her passion for mosaics with the wonderful people she's met in classes. She has been published in numerous books and magazines and has also appeared on television on both HGTV and DIY. Closer to home, she participates in juried art shows and has work in local galleries. With her work constantly evolving, Laurie isn't quite sure what the future holds, but she is looking forward to the journey.