Making Mosaics

Mosaics are not an art form taught in art school.  Why not?  This is one of the oldest art forms, yet mosaics don't get a lot of modern love. I first discovered mosaics in my art history and history books when I was in college  and was immediately fascinated with them.  I loved the idea that broken, seemingly useless items can be put together to recreate an entire new wall, floor, or work of art.  I think it spoke to my love of the underdog or the marginalized.  I love the idea that something is given a new life when an...