As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, it is important to recognize the diverse and vibrant cultures that make up this community. One aspect of AAPI culture that often goes unrecognized is the rich tradition of mosaic arts.

Looking for a unique and beautiful gift for Mother's Day? Check out Piece by Piece's stunning handmade mosaics, crafted with high-quality materials and intricate designs. Shop now and give your mother a gift she'll treasure forever!

In March we were thrilled to have not one but three highly-skilled instructors share their talents and knowledge in a series of classes focusing on stained glass in mosaic. Piece by Piece receives hundreds of pounds of scrap glass, and it is a primary type of material used in our projects.

As Level 1 Certified Artist, John had to master core concepts in mosaic art including safety, cutting, adamento, color theory, finishing techniques and more. We sat down with John earlier this week to talk with him about how he came to Piece by Piece, and what he plans for his future.

You use a lot of different materials in your art. What inspires you to choose your materials?
The broken imperfection makes the piece perfect. Reminds me of myself. I’m broken but I’m working to put myself together. It’s a piece of art made of broken pieces, and it may not be as strong as it was before but it’s as strong as it can be now.

Spring Break is here! The perfect opportunity for your child to spend some free time getting creative and learning a new skill! Join Piece by Piece for our upcoming mosaic workshop at the Vermont Square Branch Library on April 5, 2023, at 3 PM. Any school-aged youth is welcome to join in on the fun. This class is supported by a grant from The Water Buffalo Club.