The Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook

By Maggy Howarth

Book Overview

"This book is indeed complete with every aspect of design material selection, installation and care considered... Appropriate as a coffee table book and an instructive text; beginner and pro alike will not be disappointed." -- B and B, Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association

Maggy Howarth is one of the world's foremost pebble mosaic experts, known for the innovative traditional and contemporary designs she has used to create outdoor mosaics around the world.

This new edition is updated, revised and expanded by 32 pages to incorporate many new inspirational designs from the author's studio, Cobblestone Designs, including an experiment in 3-D, spirals and roundels, and large mosaic designs for community spaces. There is also a special section that explores pebble mosaics as a decorative art throughout history.

The book provides practical step-by-step instructions for creating mosaics using traditional and modern materials, tools and techniques. The 400 beautiful color photographs and illustrations offer inspiration and make this a stunning how-to book and wish-book.

The sections and their chapters are:

Core Techniques The basic principles of mosaic In-situ techniques Precast technique Using the computer to make patterns New developments in pebble mosaic

Around the World Pebble mosaic traditions from around the world Contemporary pebble mosaicists

Gazetteer of Design Ideas and Templates by Maggy Howarth Allover patterns; Chinese allover patterns; interlacing patterns; allover centrical designs; borders; stars; sun and moon; spiral, cross and maze; human figures; mythological figures and anthropomorphic creatures; stick figures; animals; reptiles and fish; birds; insects; flowers; trees; other suitable subjects.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1770856676
• ISBN13: 9781770856677
• Release Date: March 2016
• Publisher: Firefly Books
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 2.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.4" x 11.2"

Customer Reviews

Superb

Comprehensive, inspiring, historical, and practical. I'm so happy to have gotten my hands on this book.

If only....

If only I could study with this master of all masters of stone mosaics! She is an inspirational, brilliant mosaic artist. This book makes one want to order truck loads of stone and do nothing but re-do your driveway, walkways and beyond. Lots of wonderful photos. Close ups. Wonderful explaination. Photos of mosaic works from around the world. Ordering her other book as soon as possible.

Spectacular art and in-depth craft photography

This book contains spectacular photography through-out: both photos that highlight the artistry of finished works and the close-up, clear, work-in-progress photos that highlight techniques for successful projects. Accompanying text is very readable, and contains a wealth of information about pebble mosaics. I bought the book for the photographs, but was also fascinated by the information about the people and communities that came together to create stunning mosaics to enhance public spaces in their towns.

the complete pebble mosaic handbook

Good overview of pebble mosaics with very helpful information on materials and techniques. The book also has good examples of works by professional mosaicists in the field of pebblework.

A beautiful collection

Maggy Howarth's COMPLETE PEBBLE MOSAIC HANDBOOK provides a review of pebble mosaics which can be used in gardens, patios and public places. Artists, landscapers, and any with a special interest in the design qualities of these mosaics will find this a beautiful collection which not only provides step-by-step insights, but includes a survey of traditional works by contemporary pebble mosaic artists.