Encyclopedia of Mosaic Techniques

Emma Biggs and Tessa Hunkin have been partners in the Mosaic Workshop for eight years. From their studio, they produce mosaics for public and private commissions, and run courses on all aspects of mosaic design. They have recently opened a shop and gallery in central London.Tessa Hunkin has fulfilled a multitude of public and private commissions, including St Alban in Westminster Cathedral, Quaglino's restaurant in London, and Qaboos Mosque in Buraimi, Oman. As part of the renowned Mosaic Workshop, she has restored works in many public buildings including the National Portrait Gallery in London and Brighton Museum. Her regular partnership with Emma Biggs has produced several exhibitions over recent years and three previous books – Mosaics for the Garden, Stylish and Simple Mosaic, and Mosaic Workshop.

• BEFORE YOU STARTMosaics Ancient and ModernDesign Sources Color in MosaicsSETTING UPTypes of TesseraeSafety EquipmentDrawing EquipmentSurfacesAdhesivesFixing EquipmentGrouting EquipmentWorkshop Set-upA – Z OF TECHNIQUESAdhesive TechniquesAndamentiBackgroundsBordersCastingCentral motifsCommon MistakesCutting TechniquesDesign TechniquesDirect methodDirect method on meshDouble reverse methodFinishing and fixingGlass and siliconeGroutingIndirect method on paperIndirect method with plasticLaying tessaraeMicromosaicOpusOutdoor direct adhesive methodOutdoor indirect methodOutdoor sand and cementPebblesRepeat fan patternsTaking templatesThree dimensional effectsThree dimensional surfacesUseful tipsGALLERYAndamentiColorCuttingContrastLight effectsPatternRealismReliefToneGLOSSARYINDEXCREDITS

June 201528 designs offer a range of application for indoor home décor accents, tabletops, and frames, to outdoor pottery and patio flair. In-depth information on choosing tesserae (tiles), surfaces, adhesives, and grout, to cutting tiles and building patterns is easily explained for the novice mosaic artist. Full-color photos, step-by-step instructions, and a glossary of helpful tips and applications ensures your tiling success. Whatever your experience level, this detailed publication of mosaic art is sure to inspire.