Jo Thorpe Mosaic

Lovely bit of terrazzo in the kitchen.

ELLE DECOR

This classic Swiss alpine chalet has had a radical reinvention This home’s sober, concrete-and-larch exterior hints at an interior by Atelier Zürich that glows with design intensity

Jade mask found in newly discovered Maya tomb under rainforest-covered Chochkitam, Guatemala.

National Geographic

Stunning jade mask found inside the tomb of a mysterious Maya king National Geographic Explorer Francisco Estrada-Belli’s discovery in Chochkitam, Guatemala, sheds new light on an ancient society.

5th century mosaic at Chedworth Roman Villa rewrites history, disproving theory of life decline after Roman Empire's fall. Soil samples confirm tiles laid after 400AD.

Chedworth Roman Villa - National Trust BBC News

Archaeological tests confirm 5th Century mosaic at Chedworth Soil samples taken from directly beneath the tiles confirmed the luxury mosaic was laid around 400AD.

A pleasure to see 'Songs of Experience' & 'Songs of Innocence' mosaic panels looking so gorgeous, having been restored and displayed at Surbiton Station, alongside other Blake inspired pieces.

I set out these two panels for volunteers to work on during drop-in studio sessions at London School of Mosaic, formerly Southbank Mosaics where I worked as lead mosaicist.

Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College Friends of Surbiton Station

As much as I love teaching, I'm excited to be taking a brief break to focus on moving into my new home. Before I go, I wanted to let you all know that there are only three spots left for my upcoming mosaic course this weekend. If you're interested, please don't hesitate to reach out and secure your spot. It's going to be a fun and creative weekend, and I'd love to have you join me!

📍 Filly Brook

Mosaic Magic: A One-Day Course for All Levels! Become a mosaic artist with a hands-on masterclass. Create unique pieces for your home or garden and take home your masterpiece.

Some delicious colour and pattern stuff happening here thanks to Adam Nathaniel Furman!

The Guardian

Adam Nathaniel Furman: ‘I like the senses to be tickled’ The British artist and designer, whose work spans Greta Gerwig’s Barbie and a Bristol underpass, is redefining public spaces with an outsider’s eye for the monumental and an emphasis on craft and delight

The medieval floors of the Duomo Di Siena in Italy are only revealed twice a year and visitors can see them from August 18th to October 18th.

My Modern Met

Explore the Stunning Medieval Mosaic Floors of the Duomo Di Siena The richly decorated floors are only revealed twice a year.

Controversial proposal to move ancient Christian mosaic from Israel to Washington Museum sparks debate.

Metro

Ancient mosaic 'near site of Armageddon' could be moved to US evangelical museum Israel will decide whether to uproot the third-century artefact over the coming weeks.

NEW: Mosaic Magic - A one day course for all levels. Become a mosaic artist with a hands-on masterclass. 🟪⬜️🟪⬜️🟪⁠
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Join me at Filly Brook in Leytonstone on the 1 October. ⁠
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Early bird tickets have sold out and there are just six spaces left.

All materials are included in the price of the course.

Don’t miss my last course of the year!

For more information and to book, click the link -

Mosaic Magic: A One-Day Course for All Levels! Become a mosaic artist with a hands-on masterclass. Create unique pieces for your home or garden and take home your masterpiece.

NEW: Mosaic Magic - A one day course for all levels. Become a mosaic artist with a hands-on masterclass. 🟪⬜️🟪⬜️🟪⁠
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Join me at in Leytonstone on the 1 October. ⁠
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Create a unique, decorative mosaic for your home or garden. ⁠
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Early bird tickets on sale now.⁠
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More details in Stories.⁠
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Link in Bio for info and to book. ⁠
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⁠Jo Thorpe Mosaic Course Leytonstone London

An exhibit honouring the 40th anniversary of the renowned Eduardo Paolozzi mosaic panels in Redditch was unveiled on June 4th at the Kingfisher Shopping Centre. The display will provide visitors with information about the mosaics.

Kingfisher, Redditch Redditch Advertiser

Celebrating 40 years of Eduardo Paolozzi mosaics in town centre A display to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Redditch’s famous mosaics is set to be unveiled.

Throwback: Me restoring glazed tiles in Woolwich.

Stunning! I would be very happy here..

Dezeen nimtim architects

Join me this Sunday for an introduction to mosaic at Filly Brook where you'll learn how to create a stunning piece for your home or garden. By the end of the session you'll take home your own unique masterpiece!

A One Day Introduction To Mosaic - Create a mosaic masterpiece. Beginners A hands-on masterclass where you'll learn how to create stunning pieces for your home or garden. You'll leave with your own unique mosaic.

Who will be joining me at Filly Brook this Sunday for an introduction to mosaic making? If you fancy learning a unique craft this weekend, message me.

Two mosaic panels I haven’t seen in quite some time! Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience that I set out for volunteers to work on during sessions at Southbank Mosaics where I was lead mosaicist around 2014. Good luck with the restoration!

Friends of Surbiton Station London School of Mosaic

Cute little holiday makeover with the best throws by the lovely Donna Wilson ❤️

SCP Remodelista

Steal This Look: A Bunk Room in Full Color (and Pattern) - Remodelista Get the look of this uniquely colorful and pattern-filled children's bedroom complete with double bunk beds and whimsical textiles.

Fancy an afternoon of crafting? Join me this Sunday for a mosaic taster session at Filly Brook in Leytonstone. Early bird ticket prices available. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mosaic-taster-session-for-beginners-create-a-unique-mosaic-tickets-581610281007

Ever wanted to try a decorative craft and make a beautiful mosaic for your home? This is your chance! Join me in East London for inspiring and creative mosaic masterclasses at much loved Filly Brook.⁠
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Mosaic sessions start this month.⁠
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Early bird tickets are limited and now on sale.⁠ Link in comments below ↓↓↓
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All necessary equipment and materials needed to complete a finished mosaic are included in the price.⁠
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"I have over 30 years experience and my mosaic can be seen in several chapels at Westminster Cathedral, private commissions range from work in the homes of DJ and festival organiser Rob da Bank, and singer Emma Bunton, to large mosaic panels at Aston Villa Football Club. My restoration projects include the National Portrait Gallery, the V&A and the War Office." Jo ⁠
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Cardinal Newman mosaic in progress. Designed by Tom Phillips RA for Westminster Cathedral.⁠ On the studio table, 2008.⁠
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Amateurish photos of my work, progressing under the watchful eye of my friend and mosaic mentor Tessa Hunkin.
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TOM PHILLIPS⁠
24th May 1937 - 28th November 2022

Amazing new mosaic scenes in Rutland.

BBC News

Rutland Roman villa: More finds discovered beneath farmer's field It follows the discovery of a Roman villa in Rutland hailed as one of the most significant in Britain.

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Sad news!

Manchester Evening News

Artwork of "dazzling beauty" vandalised just weeks before it is listed Made up of painted fresco and mosaic, it depicts the figure of Christ in golds and tans against a dark blue cross and gold mandorla

Holiday read. Female resilience, creative and funny. ❤️

Miriam Toews

Stunning Interiors incorporating collaborative ceramic designs by Tomek Opaliński and Paradowski Studio.

Dezeen PURO Hotels

Studio Paradowski nods to Kraków's mid-century architecture in revamped Puro hotel The glamour of Kraków's interwar cafes and the clean functionalism of its mid-century modern cinemas informed Paradowski Studio's interior renovation of the Puro Hotel.

New work in New York. Artist Nick Cave has created a large installation on the NYC subway, produced using stained glass techniques and featuring interesting mosaic elements 🔺🟨🔷🟨🔺

Nick Cave - Visual Artist

Nick Cave's Energetic 'Soundsuits' Dance Along the New York City Subway in a 360-Foot Mosaic Spanning the 42 St. Connector between Times Square and Bryant Park in New York City is a troupe of dancing figures dressed in vibrant costumes of feather and fur. The ebullient characters are based on the iconic series of Soundsuits by Chicago-based artist Nick Cave (previously) and are the first pa

Jo Thorpe Mosaic updated their business hours.

A mosaic inspired by the wallpaper designs of Josef Frank, and made using a combination of vitreous glass and unglazed ceramic. ⁠⁠
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The glass brings colour and vibrancy and the ceramic calms everything down.⁠⁠
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Made by me for a friend.