06-07-2003, 02:23 AM
I'm very interested when you refer to using modern machines for the mosaics how do these operate?As far as doing it by hand I think in a way this could be the better option for a project on the scale you're thinking of.A competant mosaicist could (with a big stick) fairly easily supervise 3-4 volunteers,,and for something like this you shouldn't have too much trouble getting them even if it's just for a few days at a time.The major cost would be the marble but you could always try and cut a deal with a quarry for something like the background colours.You could have some set before opening but still have ongoing projects so people could see the process in action.All the best, Lawrence <p></p><i></i>