THE CLASSICAL RULES OF MOSAIC MAKING | Make mosaics like the Romans

A step-by-step guide to the classical rules (or principles) of mosaic making.
Enjoy this comprehensive guide to mastering the classical rules of mosaic making which takes you through the essential principles behind this ancient form of artistic expression.
Join me as I explore the fundamentals of classical mosaic making, from avoiding grids to using keystones and employing the line split or sdoppiamento. Learn the rules that underly the making of a successful classical style mosaic.
Follow these clear instructions, backed up by examples from Roman mosaics, to master the essential ways of making mosaics that have visual harmony. Discover the secrets of considered placement and cuts to bring your vision to life with professional finesse.
Whether you're a seasoned mosaic artist looking to refine your skills or a beginner eager to explore a new creative outlet, this tutorial offers invaluable insights and practical tips to elevate your craft.
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Spacing: • THE CLASSICAL RULES OF...
Triangles: • THE CLASSICAL RULES OF...
Keystones: • KEYSTONES IN MOSAICS: ...
For my pre-recorded class: helenmilesmosaics.org/product...
00:00 Introduction
00:39 No grids, straight lines or crosses
01:50 Consistent size
02:17 Exceptions to the consistency rule
02:45 Consistent spacing
03:16 Using keystones
03:49 Using triangles
05:12 Line splitting/sdoppiamento
06:18 Outline the main features/s

[@ratafruity]

I really want to start doing mosaics this year, this is very helpful to know!!

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

So glad it was helpful! 😀

[@christinemareeyoung]

Helen. your videos have a focus and clarity akin to the many elements of a mosaic masterwork. Your instructional design embodies the same methods of structure and flow as mosaic. Thank you for the effort, knowledge, skill, and experience you are so willing to share. Respect from Sydney, Australia.

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

This is just the sweetest comment ever! Thank you so much for your kind and gratefully received words. 😀🙏

[@christinemareeyoung]

You're welcome 😀@@HelenMilesMosaics

[@wolfgang4468]

This is answering so many questions I had! Thank you for making this, the graphic elements are extremely helpful!

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

I'm so glad!

[@rzeka]

This is awesome. I love learning about how ancient people made stuff.

[@lilysrq]

Great vid - enjoying your channel 🔆

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

Much appreciated! 😀

[@robertafierro5592]

Thanks!

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

Thank you hugely for this. It is much appreciated 😀🙏

[@williambo5989]

deceptively simple. everything was conscience and done with natural skill

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

Yes, that's a good way of putting it!

[@elrey8876]

My goal is to renovate my bathroom with a mosaic of aquatic and graphic motifs found on Minoan vases and Kamares ware. I think these general rules are very useful regardless of the style being used. Thanks.

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

You are very welcome. Good luck with your bathroom mosaic - I love those designs too! 😀

[@tonmarinaxxzz]

You are without exception the best instructor on UA-cam. Excellent voice , only necessary instruction without the annoying chitchat so many other UA-camrs use. I would love to try my hand at mosaics. I have sheets of glass when I dabbled in stained glass and wonder if that can be used to create mosaics. Actually it is like a fortune in glass. I love how you have segmented the lessons to address the basic to advanced steps. Your enunciation is perfect as so many UA-camrs mumble and to 90 year old ears it is delightful to be able to understand you perfectly. Thank you for these wonderful tutorials.

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

That is very kind of you to say so and I am glad the videos are helpful. I have never tried stained glass which is a quite different discipline despite the obvious crossovers but there are mosaic artists who use stained glass in their work so it can definitely be done. It would be a shame not to use your supplies!

[@robertafierro5592]

I agree with you COMPLETELY!

[@MonoFrutti]

Great content. Could you recommend a book that has an A to Z tutorial in this fashion?

[@HelenMilesMosaics]

Thanks. The only book that I know of the covers the Roman rules is mine! www.amazon.com/Make-Your-Own-Mosaics-Contemporary/dp/1399006355

[@MonoFrutti]

@@HelenMilesMosaics Thank you, I will check it out!