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Aston Villa

Mosaic Workshop is currently working on a very exciting new commission for Aston Villa, the Premier League football club based in Birmingham.

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FEATURES

Direct v Indirect

There is a widespread belief, particularly in church circles, that the indirect method is inferior to the direct method, which is the only true and authentic technique for creating great mosaic work. I am not sure where this idea originated, but I think it is the theory of academics, archeologists and others who have never actually had to grapple with the physical process of making a mosaic themselves.

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November: 20% off Lepponitts in

December: 15% of Ceramic Starter Kits

Catch the end of our monthly offer in November. 20% off Lepponitts perfect of accrete cutting -while stocks last-. Keep you eye out in December 15% off Ceramic Starter Kits.The ideal and original Christmas present for anyone who is starting out in Mosaics.

10% Discount for Schools and BAMM Members

A reminder to BAMM members and Schools: You can take advantage of a 10% discount when you visit our shops in London with a valid Bamm card. Schools please contact the shop for details.

Out now Christmas Cards of Christus Pantocrator in Barkingside.

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GALLERY

Jane Santos

Flying the mosaic flag in New Zealand.

Listings..

Let us know of any exhibitions you are having for our new listings page.

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COURSES

NEW DATES FOR 2008

We have a new course in February run by Emma Biggs.  Introductory; Marble and Smalti. This is a course in which we will be using the traditional mosaic materials.  Marble – the material in which so many marvelous Roman floors were created, and smalti (the intensely coloured hand-made glass traditionally used in churches and cathedrals) are the most sophisticated mosaic materials.

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FAQ

What is Pre-Grouting?

This process is an essential part of the indirect method. Grout is applied with any of the grouting tools to the back of the paper faced mosaic.

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