February 2 to July 28, 2024

Carol Siegel

An old guitar leaning against a desk at the Carroll Arts Center and destined to go in the trash was the beginning of Carol’s mosaic journey. When the art director asked, “What can you make with this?” a new interest was born. A former stained glass artist who exhibited at the Maryland Renaissance Fair for many years, she had packed away all her glass supplies and concentrated on painting pet portraits, being a caregiver, working and going to graduate school. For the last 6 years, she has been learning, experimenting and enjoying this new (to her) medium.

Much of the stained glass, broken china and pieces of hand blown glass ornaments used in these pieces come from the floods that destroyed Ellicott City, MD in 2016 and 2018. Costume jewelry, antique bone and shell buttons, china plates: anything is fair game. The musical instruments used for these pieces were all past their playing days. They sing again as pieces of art.

Carol has a BFA in Art Education and an MA/ED from UMBC. She resides in Catonsville, MD.

https://www.facebook.com/coyotegraphics/

Shelley Beaumont

During her childhood in the mountains of Colorado, her love for the outdoors and the cosmos was nurtured through playing with rocks, exploring streams, and marveling at mountains and stars. These experiences sparked an interest in geology, astrology, and sacred geometry. Now as a mosaic artist, Shelley is passionate about exploring light, reflection, and patterns. She incorporates mirrors, gemstones, and art glass to create depth and layers in her work, aiming to capture energy, movement, and color. Her art reflects her childhood wonder and deep connection to nature, inspiring and captivating viewers.

https://www.shelleybeaumonthealingmosaics.com

Ali Mirsky

For the past 20 years, Ali has led hundreds of public art installations and projects with communities all over the world. She specializes in the creation of custom made mosaics, both 2-D and 3-D and uses a variety of mixed media materials to create unique textures and touches to the overall work of art. Ali's work with the community has spanned over 1000 people, ranging in all ages and abilities in the creation of an individual installation.

Andamento Gallery is excited to show Ali’s personal work - can’t wait to see what she will bring!

Instagram: @alimirskymosaics