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a cappella - Singing (creating)
without instrumental accompaniment.
It requires talent, skill and a lot of practice. It
can be done solo or with a choir (team). It’s
difficult to do and stay on key (task) and the results
are always unique and beautiful.
Acappella Design specializes in the design, creation
and installation of beautiful, functional mosaics. I
create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. The majority of
my work is in ceramic tile, but I also use glass, stones
and found objects. I draw on nature in my designs and
will design and install custom pieces that reflect my
clients’ vision.
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I am an honors graduate of
the Burnley School of Professional Art, majoring in
graphic design. My romance with mosaics began at the
tender age of seven when I made my first mosaic ashtray.
A career as a graphic designer,
art director and project manager perfected my skills
for my other passion of remodeling houses. I have redesigned
many homes focusing on beautiful tile in kitchens, baths,
floors and fireplaces.
I am an avid gardener, perpetual
designer, love to move walls and mosaic things. I collect
tile, glass, pottery, rocks and cool stuff to incorporate
into my work.
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Diana Maxum |
After
years of collecting I decided to put my finds to good
use creating mosaics. Creating something lasting and
beautiful from cast-offs is very satisfying. |
Gary Nelson |
Gary is an accomplished
watercolor painter drawing on nature and the beauty
of the Northwest for his inspiration. For Gary,
woodworking, creative and practical skills are
a family tradition. He has built boats, cabinets,
furniture and has remodeled many houses.
He collects wind-up alarm clocks
and wooden skis, is a certified ski instructor
and avid backpacker. He is also a lifetime member
of the Puget Sound Group of Northwest Painters
and directs the Graphic Design program at Highline
Community College in Des Moines, Washington.
Gary provides both moral and
physical support as well as bases, frames and
mounting for my work. He and I enjoy working together
and often collaborate on design and construction. |
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Gary and I share our spacious studio which has
a huge wood burning fireplace, views of Lake Kathleen
and an art library. His side is for painting and
my side for mosaics, tile and what ever else I
dream up.
Most of the studio furniture is either on wheels
or light enough to move so we can reconfigure
the space to accommodate a large project, hold
a class or even have a party. It is the perfect
artistic and creative environment to create unique
and beautiful mosaics. |
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I am available to design
beautiful mosaics for you.
If you have a project you would like to discuss,
please contact me by phone or e-mail.
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