Making Mosaics - The paper-face technique. If this little series of posts has left you with more questions, why not join me at The Chicago Mosaic School for an intensive study week of this versatile and simple technique for creating architectural mosaics. The next course runs from 5th - 9th June. #mosaic #craft #stepbystep #makingmosaics #learnmosaic #chicagomosaicschool #architecturalmosaic (at The Chicago Mosaic School) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt7Bv5rg-f0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fe1gytcajfx9

Making Mosaics - the paper-face technique. Stage Nine: Checking Once the construction of the mosaic is complete the sections are all laid out to check and make any final adjustments before it is packed and shipped to the site. #mosaic #craft #stepbystep #makingmosaics #architecturalmosaic #artinarchitecture (at Drostle Public Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtqRVIrgF0t/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1j66v57df0nal

Making Mosaics - The paper-face technique. Stage Three: Construction. The mosaic tesserae are cut to shape and stuck face down onto the paper cartoon using flour paste. #makingmosaics #architecturalmosaic #stepbystep #mosaic #craft (at Drostle Public Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtSwlZyABwE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1cp0whano7a6a

I know, I know... it’s fish again, but not koi this time! There are plenty more fish in the sea... #mosaic #notjustkoi #makingmosaics https://www.instagram.com/p/BzMFjxWH24H/?igshid=ypveuvp2tnnx

Cartoon preparation for the next mosaic underway. #mosaic #makingmosaics #preparationiskey https://www.instagram.com/p/BzKkv7KFLaN/?igshid=tdnykw4nljr2

Making Mosaics - The paper-face technique. Stage Twelve: Cleaning. Once the mosaic is installed and grouted it is thoroughly cleaned and if required sealed. #mosaic #craft #stepbystep #makingmosaics #cleaningmosaics (at Drostle Public Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt3Ji4QA84B/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11mtyd4j9k2k3

Making Mosaics - The paper-face technique. Stage Eleven: Grouting. Grouting is an essential part of the structure of architectural mosaics. Most of the work I do is grouted after installation although pre-grouting can be carried out at the time of installation. #mosaic #craft #stepbystep #makingmosaics #grouting (at Drostle Public Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt1NU54gAjK/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1rxn9ld8ey9hq

Making Mosaics - The paper-face technique. Stage Ten: Installation. The paper mounted sections of mosaic are set into the adhesive bed and the paper is damped, releasing the glue. The paper is then removed, leaving the tesserae in the adhesive bed. #mosaic #makingmosaics #stepbystep #craft #paperfacemosaics (at Drostle Public Arts) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtxwV2mAVcB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1c5kaaccbb7lt