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I'm a professional mosaic artist, restorer & teacher living in Walthamstow, London.

08/01/2025

Unearthed wonders! Mosaic featuring crocodiles, dolphins, flamingos, and eels have been discovered in a Roman bath turned stable in Herakleia 🦩🐬🐊

Arkeonews

Archaeological excavations in the ancient city of Herakleia in Muğla’s Milas district in western Türkiye unearthed a striking discovery from...

07/01/2025

Have you ever thought about adding a beautiful mosaic to your home? 🏡✨ I'd love to hear where you'd place one—share your ideas in the comments! 💬 If you'd like to bring your idea to life, my next course in Walthamstow is the perfect chance to create your own mosaic design.

More info here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mosaic-magic-a-one-day-course-for-all-levels-tickets-1046999131587

The course is already half full, so if you're interested, be sure to secure your spot soon!

Join me for a fun-filled day of learning and creating beautiful mosaic projects, suitable for all skill levels!

06/01/2025

Exciting discovery alert! A Roman mosaic uncovered near Kettering in Northamptonshire will be featured on BBC’s Digging For Britain.

The BBC 2 programme ‘Dinosaur Highway and Roman Sauna’ will air at 8pm on Tuesday, January 7.

Northants Telegraph

Northamptonshire’s Roman past will feature in the latest series of BBC TV's Digging For Britain as TV cameras accompany Professor Alice Roberts to two county sites.

21/10/2024

🟧 New Mosaic Classes Coming January 2025 🟧
Exciting news! I’ll be hosting brand-new mosaic classes at the beautiful Stori venue in Walthamstow, and I’d love for you to join. If you’re searching for a unique Christmas present, I also have gift vouchers available—perfect for that creative someone in your life.⁠
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Choose from:⁠
❶ A one-day taster session £137⁠
❷ A two-day immersive weekend course £234⁠
I’ll be there every step of the way, guiding you through the process and helping you tap into your creativity to create stunning pieces you can take home.⁠
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What’s included:⁠
All materials and tools⁠
Introduction to mosaic techniques, materials, and tools⁠
Inspiration from my own mosaic pieces⁠
Design and creation of your own mosaic⁠
Grouting to finish your work⁠
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🌟 Don’t miss this chance to get into making mosaic! 🌟⁠
And remember, gift vouchers are available for a truly special Christmas present! 🎁⁠
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LINKS:⁠
You can find even more info by clicking the Eventbrite links here:
One day https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mosaic-magic-a-one-day-course-for-all-levels-tickets-1046999131587

Two day https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mosaic-masterclass-a-two-day-mosaic-workshop-for-all-levels-tickets-1050637664537

And if you’d like to skip the Eventbrite fees, there’s also a link to my PayPal account to pay me directly and securely here: https://paypal.me/jothorpemosaic
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Student Feedback:⁠
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“I so enjoyed my weekend with you, it was such a relaxed environment and you are such an easy going person, it was all bliss.” Moira Ryan.⁠
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“Just a quick one to thank you so much for the weekend. Mum and I so enjoyed it. We thought you were brilliant and both left feeling really inspired.” Laura St Quinton.⁠
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“Just wanted to say a big thank you for the most enjoyable weekend! I love my mosaic! I’ve taken a photo of it and show it to anybody who’ll look!” Jacqueline Piper.⁠
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📍 Stori E17
80-86 St. Mary Road London E17 9RE⁠
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My mosaic can be seen in several chapels at Westminster Cathedral, private commissions range from work in the homes of DJ and festival organiser Rob da Bank, and singer Emma Bunton, to large mosaic panels at Aston Villa Football Club. My restoration projects include the National Portrait Gallery, th...

14/10/2024

Archaeologists have discovered mosaic floors at a Roman bath complex in Tusa, Sicily. Spanning 800 square meters, the site features decorated rooms and a courtyard. Learn more about the find here: https://www.labrujulaverde.com/en/2024/10/a-huge-complex-of-roman-baths-with-mosaics-discovered-in-the-ancient-city-of-halaesa-archonidea-in-sicily/ LBV Magazine

In the ancient city of Halaesa Archonidea (now known as Tusa), on the northern coast of Sicily, archaeologists have uncovered a series of monumental structures and remains at the end of the fifth archaeological excavation campaign carried out by the University of Palermo, in collaboration with the T

14/10/2024

Berlin's Festival of Lights showcased "Discover Ukraine. Destroyed Pieces," a 3D installation of Ukrainian mosaics from the 1960s-80s. Displayed on Museum Island, it brought works by artists like Alla Horska and Ada Ryabchuk to life, with music and reflections on the Spree River. https://odessa-journal.com/at-the-festival-of-light-in-berlin-a-ukrainian-installation-was-showcased

The Odessa Journal

“Discover Ukraine. Destroyed Pieces” installation showcases Ukrainian mosaics at the Festival of Lights in Berlin, highlighting cultural heritage amidst war.

08/02/2024

Lovely bit of terrazzo in the kitchen.

ELLE DECOR

This home’s sober, concrete-and-larch exterior hints at an interior by Atelier Zürich that glows with design intensity

29/01/2024

Jade mask found in newly discovered Maya tomb under rainforest-covered Chochkitam, Guatemala.

National Geographic

National Geographic Explorer Francisco Estrada-Belli’s discovery in Chochkitam, Guatemala, sheds new light on an ancient society.

15/01/2024

5th century mosaic at Chedworth Roman Villa rewrites history, disproving theory of life decline after Roman Empire's fall. Soil samples confirm tiles laid after 400AD.

Chedworth Roman Villa - National Trust BBC News

Soil samples taken from directly beneath the tiles confirmed the luxury mosaic was laid around 400AD.

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