With easy-to-follow guidance & over 175 photographs this book helps mosaic artists to meet the challenge of creating 3D substrates It explains various approaches to issues ranging from reaching the needed levels of density & strength to applying tesserae to coils twists & spheres Professional studio mosaic artist Latimer offers a behind-the-scenes look at her experiences with six of her sculptures from the starting moments of inspiration to their completion She demonstrates the techniques on a variety of interior & exterior works both freestanding & wall mounted From an undulating wall sculpture's base of chicken wire plaster bandages & thinset to a large outdoor armchair sculpture's base of foam fiberglass mesh & concrete this guide will help to demystify 3-D structures for aspiring sculptors & mosaic artists A gallery section of sculptures to enjoy & study offers additional inspiration to mosaic makers & enthusiasts alike