The background of the Roosters has started. I opted for a clear amber colour to create the illusion of the ground. Notice the small glass bits (this is grain/corn for the rooster to feed on. I pre-painted the MDF board gold so if it showed through the amber. (Weldbond, the gluing agent, dries clear) The background will be the same colour. Around the birds, I am creating a cream coloured mosaic so they jump out. This was on the suggestion of someone I met at a show.
I have now begun a class at www.GlassMosaicsCanada.com at 686 The Queensway. I have never before worked with tile, always opting for the bigger pieces and more control of the glass. Plus, I've had great success in getting glass donated to me so everything can be recycled. Glass can be purchased at a few places in Toronto. Celestial Glass on Kingston Road has a good selection; the best I have found is Fantasy In Glass on The Queensway. Great selection and they make many donations to the Hospital for Sick Children.
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