ALOHA!

Paper Mosaics
(Upcycled Art)

My paper mosaics are made by using recycled papers, in this case, magazine ads, to create the look of hand-made and hand-glazed tiles on deep canvas. They are UV-lacquered (twice) to completely seal the work and eliminate susceptibility to humidity or fading. I add a three-dimensional look using a plasticized paper glue on the finished piece. Each original work of art has an inspirational quote written around the side. This little guy to the right is Ollie. He's one of my favorite images.

OLLIE WAS ADOPTED! Ollie is even happier now! Ollie was adopted by his new family at the DeLand Outdoor Art Festival in 2016. I was sad to see him go, but am happy that his new mommie will love him forever!

(Prices on this site include a flat shipping fee of $5.)

GOOD BOY

$30.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 4” X 4”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"EVERYONE THINKS THEY HAVE THE BEST DOG - AND NONE OF THEM ARE WRONG."
- W.R.PURCHE

FLAMINGO DUO

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"PLEASURE IN THE JOB MAKES PERFECTION IN THE WORK."
- ARISTOTLE

CATS

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"A LIE IS LIKE A CAT: YOU NEED TO STOP IT BEFORE IT GETS OUT OR IT'S REALLY HARD TO CATCH."
- CHARLES M. BLOW

THREE BUNNIES

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"Of this, be sure: You do not find a happy life. You make it."
- Thomas S. Manson

BAT

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6" X 6", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"NEVER MAKE A DECISION WHEN YOU'RE ANGRY AND NEVER MAKE A PROMISE WHEN YOU'RE HAPPY."

PINK MERMAID

$30.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 4” X 4”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"DON'T LOOK BACK. YOU'RE NOT GOING THAT WAY."

SEA TURTLE

$30.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 4” X 4”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"WHAT IS MEANT TO BE WILL ALWAYS FIND A WAY."

CRAWFISH

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"THE FIRST STEP IN GETTING SOMEWHERE IS TO DECIDE YOU ARE NOT GOING TO STAY WHERE YOU ARE.
- J. PIERPONT MORGAN

MANATEES

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"THE FUTURE DEPENDS ON WHAT WE DO IN THE PRESENT."
- MAHATMA GANDHI

FLAMINGOS

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"WHAT GOOD IS THE WARMTH OF SUMMER WITHOUT THE COLD OF WINTER?"
- JOHN STEINBECK

HAPPY FISH

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6" X 6", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"IT ISN'T THE CASTLE THAT MAKES THE KING."

HAPPY CRAB

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6" X 6", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"A SHIP IS ALWAYS SAFE AT SHORE, BUT THAT'S NOT WHAT IT'S BUILT FOR."
– ALBERT EINSTEIN

MANATEES

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"LIFE ISN'T ABOUT WAITING FOR THE STORM TO PASS. IT'S LEARNING ABOUT HOW TO DANCE IN THE RAIN."

PIG

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6" X 6", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"NEVER EAT MORE THAN YOU CAN LIFT."
– MISS PIGGY

KING CRAB

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6" X 6", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"YOU MAY HAVE TO FIGHT A BATTLE MORE THAN ONCE TO WIN IT."
– MARGARET THATCHER

BEACH BALL CRAB

$65.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 8" X 8", made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.

"THE MOST VALUABLE THING WE CAN DO TO HEAL ONE ANOTHER IS TO LISTEN TO ONE ANOTHER'S STORIES."

–REBECCA FALLS

SEA TURTLE 3

$30.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 4” X 4”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"ONE THING WE CAN'T RECYCLE IS WASTED TIME."

BEACH DOGGIE

$50.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 6” X 6”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"BE IN LOVE WITH YOUR LIFE - EVERY MINUTE OF IT."
- JACK KEROUAC

CHICKS

$30.00

Whimsical paper mosaic, 4” X 4”, made from recycled magazine ads. Sealed with two coats of UV lacquer to protect from sunlight and humidity. Finished off with a plasticized paper glue to give the impression of handmade tiles. Inspirational quote written around edge.
"A NEGATIVE MIND WILL NEVER GIVE YOU A POSITIVE LIFE."