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National Tile Day

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From the modest, white ceramic in a subway to the intricate mosaic columns at the Palau de la Musica Catalana in Barcelona, Spain, tile proves to be versatile and attractive. Held February 23, the day recognizes tile as a timeless element of architecture and design. Historically, only the wealthy could afford tile in their homes.

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Create the Mosaics of the Mediterranean at Chautauqua

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George George Woideck is a ceramic artist specializing in tile and mosaic. Review his career as a studio artist at Artisan Architectural Ceramics. To learn more about the organization and its offerings, concerts and much more during the nine week summer season please visit chq.org.

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Discovering Trends at the Source: The 2022 Passport to Creativity Tour

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Our tour began at the City of Arts & Sciences Complex where we learned about the L’Hemisfèric, L’Oceanogràfic, Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe, Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía , and L’Àgora. DAY TWO – Tile of Spain Press Conference, an Award-Winning Architectural Project, and the González Martí National Museum of Ceramics.

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Avente Tile Talk: Spanish Tile as Building Material, Part 3

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As a vital area for Mudejar art, a style influenced by Islamic tradition and more contemporary European architectural styles, Teruel’s extensive use of brick and ceramic tile on centuries-old buildings and façades serves as a timeless testament to the importance of ceramic tile as a building material. at 6:00 AM. at 6:00 AM.

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