![[caption id="attachment_7510" align="aligncenter" width="299"] Klimt and the Kiwi[/caption]
I took early retirement after 30+ years as a primary school teacher where one of my roles was invariably art co-ordinator - I have always had a bit of an arty streak!
I became interested in mosaics when my head teacher asked me to make one for the school with some lovely tiles which had been donated. Having only ever made mosaic patterns using paper squares in the classroom, the task of proper mosaicking was rather daunting. However after a lot of thought, problem solving and help from some children, a lovely mosaic was conceived and produced which still hangs outside the school. That was in 2006.
Since leaving teaching I still find the whole process of designing, sorting, gluing, grouting, cleaning and finishing a piece to be extremely therapeutic, rewarding and addictive. I now have my own "studio", attend regular craft fairs and take on big and small commissions.
My inspiration comes from where I am "at the moment". My fish and all things seaside happened after a trip to Southwold. The birds and flowers came after a walk through our local bluebell woods. I love scouting around charity shops and vintage markets - always on the lookout for that something special I can use! Quirky glass beads are a favourite find.
[caption id="attachment_6074" align="alignnone" width="536"] Beach Huts[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_23922" align="alignright" width="256"] Water Lilies[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_21757" align="alignleft" width="389"] Feature Window Commission[/caption]](https://paos.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Alison-Parry-The-Lizard-800x508.jpg)
I took early retirement after 30+ years as a primary school teacher where one of my roles was invariably art More
![My inspiration comes mainly from the infinite form, patterns & colours of nature. Nature's palette with a pinch of the abstract, Islamic geometry - bright, vibrant and usually lots of swirls! Designs incorporating glass and ceramic tiles, gemstones and beads, with an Islamic/Arabic influence.
Beginners/intermediate mosaic workshops offered - please contact me for details.
[caption id="attachment_4658" align="alignnone" width="300"] Community mosaic paving stone now installed in the Green Backyard gardens[/caption]
I have designed and coordinated several community mosaics in and around Peterborough. The biggest & most recent one being the Froglife mural, commissioned by the charity Froglife and installed at the Green Backyard on Oundle Rd. This 4ft by 8ft glass mosaic mural was created with the help of over 100 volunteers (most of whom were complete beginners in mosaic art) and took 5 months to complete through workshops held twice a week at The Green Backyard. It is situated on the back of a sheltered bench, beside the pond and depicts images of plants and animals found in and around the pond. The mural represents a celebration of the community who came together, braving some of the coldest winter months, to create a masterpiece!
[caption id="attachment_4656" align="alignnone" width="600"] The Froglife mural installed at The Green Backyard, Peterborough.[/caption]
Last year I was commissioned by the Uppingham In Bloom Committee to deliver a community mosaic project in Uppingham, Leicestershire. We designed and created a beautiful mosaic flower-covered stone plinth to commemorate and celebrate 35 years of the annual 'Uppingham in Bloom' event. This piece was installed in one of the flower beds in the town centre & Uppingham went on to win the East Midlands In Bloom Gold Award 2018](https://paos.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Autumnal-Equinox-birdbath-garden-mosaic-by-Mahemuda-Arsalani-578x600.jpg)
My inspiration comes mainly from the infinite form, patterns & colours of nature. Nature’s palette with a pinch of the More
I am a mosaic and textile artist working in Peterborough. In mosaics I use hand cut patterned, plain and mirrored More
