Direct method of mosaic construction

The direct method of mosaic construction involves directly placing (glueing) the individual tesserae onto the supporting surface. This method is well suited to surfaces which have a 3 dimensional quality such as vases.

The direct method suits small projects which are transportable. Another advantage of the direct method is that the resulting mosaic is progressively visible allowing for any adjustments to tile placing or colours to be done immediately.

The disadvantages of the direct method is that the artist must work directly at the chosen surface which is often not practical for long periods of time. It is unsuitable for large scale projects. Also, it is difficult to control the evenness of the finished surface. This is of particular importance when creating a functional surface such as a floor or a table top. If such qualities are important in the finished mosaic surface, then a look at the indirect method of mosaic construction may be useful.

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