Mosaic Links
Here are informative and interesting links that you might be interested in
if you want to learn more about the craft. If you have any other links that
you think might be a good addition to my list, send me an
email.
The Society of American Mosaic Artists
http://www.americanmosaics.org/The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating,
inspiring, and promoting excellence in fine mosaic art. To achieve this mission, SAMA organizes programs,
events, and activities to attract and retain members that exemplify excellence in mosaics; to educate
artists and the public regarding contemporary and classical mosaic fine art; to provide opportunities
for creative and professional growth; to foster and sustain a mosaic community where members are
encouraged to explore the full potential of the art. Wikipedia.org: Mosaic
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MosaicHere you will find the histroy of mosaics from the earliest practicing of the art until today.
The article also covers terminology and tecqniques. Mosaics Resource
http://www.thejoyofshards.co.uk/Discover the world of mosaics through step by step projects, and guided tours of mosaics and tiles. How to Make a Mosaic
http://www.inspiredmosaics.co.uk/how_to_make_a_mosaic.htmThis website walks you through a step by step process of making your own mosaic. Photos of mosaics in Hagia Sophia, Constantinople
http://www.eikonografos.com/album/thumbnails.php?album=38Detailed pictures of fine mosic work in Constantinople
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