35-Mosaics the beautiful fragments

Mosaics the beautiful fragments. Mosaic as a fine art. Shattering any preconceived ideas about today's mosaics. Discussing techniques, andamenti (Andamento is the visual flow and direction within a mosaic produced by the placement of rows of tesserae. For different styles, see opus)and incorporating found objects – stylistic ways of arranging the pieces – they make statements that engage the mind, delight the eye and invite contemplation. The public is invited to meet members of Colorado Mosaic Artists and other exhibiting artists during the Artists Reception at Denver's Niza Knoll Gallery on Saturday afternoon, November 20 from 2:00-4:00pm. coloradomosaics.org