This is a found object mosaic by artist Isaiah Zagar

MOSAICS!!

1. Write the definition for mosaic.

mo·sa·ic [ mō záy ik ]
noun (plural mo·sa·ics)
Definition: picture made with small pieces of colored material such as glass or tile stuck onto a surface

2. Mosaic artist from Australia: Click here to view Helen Bodycomb's mosaics. Click on one mosaic that you like.
Write the title and year of this mosaic. Describe this mosaic in two sentences.

3. Look at this instructional on creating a mosaic. (Click here) THEN, list the steps you will need to follow to create your mosaic tile.

4. List the safety considerations you need to keep in mind when creating a mosaic. (Link here.)

5. Check out this mosaic in Mexico.

a. Where in Mexico is this building?
b. Why is this building classified as a mosaic?

6. Isaiah Zagar is an amazing mosaic artist that I just discovered two minutes ago. I'm sitting here impressed and in awe at the magic of his work. Here is the link to his website. Explore it. What kinds of materials do you see Isaiah using in his mosaics? Make a list of at least 10 things.

If you finish before the bell rings, look at this website on mosaics from all over the world on http://www.mosaicatlas.com/! Sketch your favorite for extra credit. Be thinking about what YOU might like to create for your mosaic!