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The Making of a Mosaic...

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STAGE ONE: The Layout and the OPUS

Once the layout has been rendered, the next step is deciding how to run the tesserae (tiny tiles). This process is the Opus, or work of arranging the coursing of the tile.

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STAGE THREE: The patterns become apparent

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The finished piece, grouted in three different hues

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STAGE TWO: Establish the course the tile is to follow. The tesserae (tiny tiles) form rows

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The image is becoming more realistic

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The end is in sight

Once you start to see the picture taking shape, it is a matter of keeping consistency and an eye on the values of perspective.

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