Cosmic Clouds

n. a visible collection of particles of water or ice suspended in the air

Cosmic Clouds are the most organic concept of The Cosmic Collection. Mixtures of two to ten colors can be incorporated into one tile. Some designs feel continuous and link together while others create one-of-a-kind imagery. The objective is to allow the glaze freedom to make organic patterns and designs which evoke emotional and creative responses to the work.

No two Cosmic Clouds are alike. Create your own groupings of Cosmic Clouds as a stunning display for your environment.

Olivet Church contacted Josh after seeing him profiled in Midwest Home Magazine.  Olivet was looking to add a large piece of art work that represented the church.  After coming to Clay Squared to Infinity they discussed making a piece that had elements of the church. 

Josh went on site and photographed the building and learn the history of the building.  Josh utilized the architectural elements through out the building with grape vines carved out of the eaves, stain glass window patterns, the amazing wooden organ pipes, the metalwork around the building. 

The congregation was allowed to choose from over 60 pieces and select the 48 final pieces.  Each of the tiles were paid for by congregationall members to finance the project.  Many of the tiles were given as gifts to the church.  

The concept of the piece for Josh was to allow the viewers as they came into the meeting space to view the work not as a static image but with the concept that every day is different and when you view the large array of designs it will lead you to new ideas and reflections. 

Lots of stamps, patterns and bas relief was used to make each of the tiles

 

This fabulous grouping of 8" x 8" cosmic clouds was selected to add some color and dynamic forms to this couple's Downtown Minneapolis loft. 

Size

26" x 64"

 

This client came in to the gallery and picked out a variety of 12" tiles available and created a fabulous wall mural for their home.  They have told Josh they are great conversation pieces for all their dinner parties. 

Private Collection

Size - 6' x 4'



Many random tiles are always available in the studio and gallery for people to create your own Cosmic Mural.

Lines are powerful design elements evoking emotions and tension to the viewer.  Josh combines color and lines to create images that evoke a feeling of aerial views, water splashing, air plane plumes and gesture emotions. 

Size

3' x 5'

 

MIX+MATCH+INSPIRE

Choose a square tile size: 4", 6", 8, 10", or 12".  Custom sizes always available

Choose the number of tiles you would like to work with: 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 24, 30, 36 or make your own combo

Mix and match your Cosmic Spots and Cosmic Clouds in an inspirational arrangement that best suites the ambiance of your environment.

 

 

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Clay Squared to Infinity • 34 13th Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN • (612) 781-6409 josh@claysquared.com