The definition of street art is ‘unofficial and independent visual art created in public locations for public visibility’. Street art is widely regarded as guerrilla, perhaps most notoriously embodied by the elusive ‘Banksy’ whose controversial work seems to sporadically appear overnight in inner city areas....
We know that many artists balk at the idea of writing an artist statement. How often have you heard, “my artwork speaks for itself.” Sound familiar? If you are one who resists we hope you will read on because crafting a...
William Randolph Hearst (1863-1951) best known for building America’s largest newspaper empire was also a collector, patron and enthusiastic appreciator of the arts. A tract of land was handed down to him from his father and mother in San Simeon,...
Terry Nicholls: For Love of the People, the Land and the Mosaic Art Form Canadian mosaic artist, Terry Nicholls creates mosaic images that reflect the spirit of the people where he lives and the stark beauty of the land that surrounds....
Ed Chapman: Fragmented Reality In his artwork, through focused intent and the careful placement of selected mosaic materials, Ed Chapman creates a fragmented reality that draws the viewer in and invites inspection. “I try to make mosaics, usually portraits,...
The mosaic art form lends itself well to public art projects. This is especially true when the project involves young artists. There are numerous ways for a variety of age-groups and skill-levels to get involved when a mosaic is being...
