Artist Marsha Rafter's Mosaic Cactus

In her studio north of San Diego, mosaic artist/ceramicist Marsha Rafter teaches classes and creates commission pieces. As she grouts a glittering, life-sized paddle cactus, Marsha explains the why's and how's of her freestanding mosaic sculptures. You'll also see her own succulent garden, flowerlike mandalas and more.
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[@speedmom1702]

The most beautiful mosaic anything I've seen yet!

[@QueenofSucculents]

One of the most beautiful comments I've read yet! I'll pass it along to Marsha. ;+)

[@beaquintana5025]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@neusaniemann7462]

Just gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@EnchantedwithPoodles]

What a delightful and talented artist!

[@BeHealthyEnough]

Debra what a great video!

[@succulentsandstuff8539]

This is amazing! Love the way they flow, and the colors just pop 💚😍🌵🌸

[@MyPlantWorld]

Wow beautiful 👌😍👍

[@chelimocha6875]

Me encantan son preciosos...maravilloso trabajo !!

[@marlavm]

BEYOND beautiful!!! Wish her classes were a little closer to LA!

[@QueenofSucculents]

I think she might be persuaded to do a class in your area. Marsha travels all over.

[@pattivermeersch7348]

Incredibly beautiful!

[@thedesertplantdiary2382]

No way! So creative and beautiful. I'm Speechless!!! It never ceases to amaze me ways in which nature can inspire if we only take the time.thw garden featured at the end looks spectacular! Thank you for sharing this inspiring video with us. From the garden city of India to you, have a fantastic day! Cheers.

[@StaceyHerewegrowagain]

I agree! So beautiful and creative!

[@QueenofSucculents]

Thank you again, dear DPD, for your kind comments and enthusiasm!

[@StaceyHerewegrowagain]

That's so beautiful!! It's amazing what nature has to offer right at the tips of our very fingers! So much to appreciate and create💖 Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@QueenofSucculents]

Thanks for the glowing comment, Stacey! Marsha does indeed interpret nature in wonderfully creative ways.

[@clairevickers8925]

SO GORGEOUS I WISH I WAS GIFTED IN THE ART DEPARTMENT

[@ValdivaFerreira]

Perfeito, lindo trabalho

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Gorgeous! Cactus 🌵 inspired art! Absolutely love that use of mosaics! Bending the leaves was absolutely the right choice. Joint projects and collaborations are fantastic. My husband does photography and I do fiber arts to relax. You might enjoy seeing how a hike in the woods turned into two artistic expressions in our video “Issaqueena Inspirations”.🍁

[@Nhoj31neirbo47]

I really enjoyed your video and browsing your delightful channel. Subscribed!

[@QueenofSucculents]

Wow, that's so lovely. Makes me want to paint it too!

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

LOVE OF PLANTS 🌻 Thanks!

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Debra Lee Baldwin Perfectly understandable! The artistry in nature delights and inspires!🌵🍁

[@nasrinalbouhamal4585]

How can we order?

[@QueenofSucculents]

Contact Marsha Rafter through her website: www.marsharafter.com