mosaic
Creating mosaic art is a meditative process, unfolding through a series of deliberate moves. It begins with the gathering of materials, such as glass and ceramic. Larger pieces are cut or broken down into smaller fragments, which are then sorted and organized by color. Many trays and containers become filled, waiting to be used like a pallet for the piece.
While traditional mosaics are often meticulously planned, with precise color placement, I tend to work more intuitively. I might start with a loose design to guide the eye, but much of the composition emerges organically. Patterns and color relationships reveal themselves in the moment, forming as I go.
Mosaics have a way of calling out, “Touch me!” Each glazed tile and shard of colored glass catches the light and invites closer attention. Though a surface full of vivid colors might initially feel chaotic, there’s a kind of magic that happens when dark grout is spread across it. As it's wiped away, it leaves behind a network of lines that binds everything together, transforming a scatter of fragmented color into a unified whole.
