How to Frame Your Mosaic with Tami Macala

Framed and finished....Now it's time to display your beautiful art!

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Tami shares her knowledge and tips on how to frame your mosaic artwork


To frame, or not to frame, that is the question. Well, that is the question that is asked quite often. When and how do you frame a mosaic art piece? This is a great question and there are so many different framing options that can be the right answer.

This course has been created for sharing a variety of framing options that can give your mosaic art project a finished look.

In this course you will learn:

  • Many framing options
  • Multiple examples of framed mosaics from our MAO instructors
  • How to install Wedi Board into a floater frame
  • How to match your frame to the substrate
  • When to create your mosaic first, and when to frame the blank substrate first
  • Tips on framing glass on glass mosaic art projects
  • How to add a matte border to your framed mosaic
  • How to work with a deep inset frame
  • Suggestions on how to make your own frame.

At the conclusion of this course you will have the knowledge to purchase or make the perfect frame for each of your mosaic art projects.

Included in this course is a list of the frames used in this course and the vendors.



"Great information once again Tami! I walk away with lots of good ideas and a resource list too. Thank you!" Bev T.

"I found this course really useful and from now on I’ll think about framing (or not framing) as a part of planning my pieces." Magnolia Mosaics

"Tami, Thank you so much for the informative class! I've framed my mosaics for a long time, but you gave me some great, fresh ideas! Your idea on your Mexican blanket was awesome! I wouldn't have trusted a product (the Dap Kwik Seal) to hang the hangers with until I saw yours! I also have a friend who is venturing into GOG and I want to tell her about obtaining the safe glass if it's a big project. Thanks again!!" Elizabeth W.


Your Instructor


Tami Macala
Tami Macala

Tami has been a mosaic artist for over 20 years. Tami has created high end custom large scale commissions since 2000 and has her work installed all over the world.

Tami began teaching mosaic art in 2009, when she founded Santa Barbara School of Mosaic Art. Tami loves to share her years of experience and mosaic knowledge with enthusiastic and creative students.

In 2016 Tami launched Mosaic Arts Online, allowing mosaic art enthusiasts from all over the world to learn how to create mosaic art. She loves that more people now can learn from her without having to leave the comfort of their studio. In each course Tami teaches, she wants her students to feel they have more confidence when creating their own style of mosaic art.

Most importantly just have fun~


Course Curriculum


  How to Frame Your Mosaic with Tami Macala
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.

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