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Celestial Realities Mosaic Boulder

californiamosaic — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:33:01 +0000

Watch a video of the sparkling, Interactive “Celestial Realities” Boulder at Dan’s Chrynko’s hidden studio, nestled next Santa Barbara’s Mission Creek, a few steps from Santa Barbara’s Historical Old Mission. This is an “Interactive Boulder,” where the artist wants to have some kind of interplay with the artwork and the people who are viewing the artwork.

The Mosaics of Phoenix House

californiamosaic — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:45:54 +0000

Take a 2 minute video tour through “The Mosaics of Phoenix House,” narrated by the artist, Dan Chrynko. Dan will tell you all about the famous “Phoenix Totem Pole,” as well as show you the spectacular mosaic animal pieces of his on public display, and for sale, on the front lawn of Phoenix House. Phoenix House, on Micheltorena St., Santa Barbara, is a non profit organization helping mentally challenged adults.

HILLCREST LIZARD of Santa Barbara

californiamosaic — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 23:57:14 +0000

If ever you’re in the Mission Canyon area of Santa Barbara, come see the Hillcrest Lizard at 1717 Hillcrest, just off of Mountain Drive, not from Santa Barbara’s historical Old Mission.

MOSAIC SIGN - SCOTCH BONNET RESTAURANT

californiamosaic — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:36:51 +0000

This beautiful mosaic sign entrancing the very new, SCOTCH BONNET restaurant and bar, 428 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, is one of the latest mosaic art commissions by artist Dan Chrynko. SCOTCH BONNET serves Spanish style cuisine with a Cuban flair. The 3^rd photo down shows Dan with his interior mosaic bar creation titled, ”Who’s That Lady?” Video coming soon, will show interior and exterior.

ANACAPA SCHOOL PROJECT

californiamosaic — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:00:52 +0000

This video, taken at Anacapa School in Santa Barbara, California, shows the mosaic boulder the students designed and helped build a few years ago with the help of artist Dan Chrynko. The students entered their mosaic boulder at the Santa Barbara Fair and Exo, winning, ”the best art entry by a school from all the Santa Barbara schools.”

PLAZZIO ITALIAN MOSAIC

californiamosaic — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:02:40 +0000

Dan Chrynko’s Italian style mosaic greets the many customers of Plazzio Restaurant, downtown, Santa Barbara, California. Take a short video tour to see how well Dan’s mosaic fits into the beautiful décor of one of Santa Barbara’s most popular restaurants.

Ocean Boulder Walk

californiamosaic — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:56:28 +0000

Take a short video walk around some of the mosaic boulders created by artist Dan Chrynko. This group of mosaics is located in a natural setting in the Mission Canyon area of Santa Barbara, California.

Mosaic Bench - Celestial Quilt

californiamosaic — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 22:48:04 +0000

Artist and daughter, Julia Crynko, displaying new mosaic bench. Bench was commissioned by family in Montecitio, California. Located down the street from Oprah Windfry’s house. Artist built eveything you see, including daughter.

HANDPAINTED MISHIMA TILES

californiamosaic — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 23:21:01 +0000

Dan has really outdone himself this time.

Here are two examples of handmade discs by master tile maker, Dan Chrynko. Top disc has a sandstone body with a mishima white porcelain slip for an etched inlay design look. Second Disc, is an example of same mishima technique, used as above, but this disc is white porcelain body with a dark colored slip used for inlay design. All of this is covered with watercolor design of high-fired colored glaze for background coloring. These discs may also be inserted into mosaic background.

SOLARY SYSTEM MOSAIC BOULDER

californiamosaic — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:27:54 +0000

This solar system mosaic boulder was especially commision for a residential garden in Carpinteria, California. Remember, Don’t miss our free upcoming mosaic instructional series, “Refurbishing an old fountain into a mosaic masterpiece.” this summer, Mosaic artist Dan Chrynko will show you how to breathe new life into an old outdated garden fountain AS IN THE PHOTO BELOW THIS POST. In this all new podcast series, Dan will explain from beginning to end all that you need to know to transform any old fountain into a work of art. Dan once again provides free tips and expertise as in previous podcasts. To listen to previous podcast series or episodes, just scroll down the page and click on any of the “listen now” radio buttons. Enjoy!

COMING THIS SUMMER -ALL NEW SERIES

californiamosaic — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 23:45:39 +0000

THIS SUMMER, Don’t miss our free upcoming mosaic instructional series, “Refurbishing an old fountain into a mosaic masterpiece.” StaY TUNED FOR MORE INFO. Mosaic artist Dan Chrynko will show you how to breathe new life into an old outdated garden fountain. Using his most recent mosaic art commissions as an example, he will guide and take you on an inspiring journey of practical mosaic tile setting. In this all new podcast series, Dan will explain from beginning to end all that you need to know to transform any old fountain into a work of art as in the photo above. Dan once again provides free tips and expertise as in previous podcasts. To listen to previous podcast series or episodes, just scroll down the page and click on any of the “listen now” radio buttons. Enjoy!

TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER - Part 5 of 5

californiamosaic — Wed, 30 May 2007 19:52:49 +0000

Listen to more free tips from Mosaic Artist – Dan Chrynko, as host Kim Schmitt continues with Part 5 of 5, “TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER.” To listen, just double click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings. To contact Dan Chrynko, call (805) 569-2419 or email him at sbmosaics@aol.com. He would be more than happy to help you with your mosaics. Dan would like to emphasize the importance of wearing proper eye protection whenever working with mosaic tiles.

TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER Part 4 of 5

californiamosaic — Thu, 24 May 2007 06:15:22 +0000

Listen to more free tips from Mosaic Artist – Dan Chrynko, as host Kim Schmitt continues with Part 4 of 5, “TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER.” To listen, just double click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings. To contact Dan Chrynko, call (805) 569-2419 or email him at sbmosaics@aol.com. He would be more than happy to help you with your mosaics. Dan would like to emphasize the importance of wearing proper eye protection whenever working with mosaic tiles.

TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER - Part 3 of 5

californiamosaic — Fri, 18 May 2007 18:15:56 +0000

Listen to more free tips from Mosaic Artist – Dan Chrynko, as host Kim Schmitt continues with Part 3 of 5, “TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER.” To listen, just click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings. To contact Dan Chrynko, call (805) 569-2419 or email him at sbmosaics@aol.com. He would be more than happy to help you with your mosaics. Dan would like to emphasize the importance of wearing proper eye protection whenever working with mosaic tiles.

TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER - PART 2 of 5

californiamosaic — Thu, 10 May 2007 06:44:38 +0000

We are very please to know that our new podcast series, “Tips from the Tilemaster,” is generating tremendous overseas interest in countries as far away as China, Japan, and South Korea. This week podcasting host Kim Schmitt continues her conversation with master mosaic artist, Dan Chrynko, about how to properly design, construct, and perfect beautiful works of mosaic art. You can email Dan Chrynko your questions to sbmosaics@aol.com or call him at his USA phone number (805) 569-2419 where he would be pleased to talk with you about your mosaic art projects.

TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER - Part 1 of 5

californiamosaic — Thu, 03 May 2007 05:07:58 +0000

Listen to free tips from Mosaic Artist – Dan Chrynko, as Kim Schmitt hosts an all new instructional podcast series with Part 1 of 5, “TIPS FROM THE TILEMASTER.” To listen, just click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings. To contact Dan Chrynko, call (805) 569-2419 or email him at sbmosaics@aol.com. He would be more than happy to help you with your mosaics.

Part 6 of 6 DAN CHRYNKO INTERVIEWED

californiamosaic — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 18:49:35 +0000

Listen to the final episode of “Dan Chrynko Interviewed.” To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings. Tune in each week for another free podcast of California Mosaic. Our next series will be free tips and advise on how to construct beautiful mosaics such as the ones displayed on here on California Mosaic.

PART 5 of 6

californiamosaic — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 04:43:02 +0000

Listen to part 5 of 6 of the most popular podcast series the site has ever had. Podcasting host Kim Schmitt continues with the highly popular series, “Dan Chrynko Interviewed.” To listen, just click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings.

Part 4 of 6 - DAN CHRYNKO INTERVIEWED

californiamosaic — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 22:06:50 +0000

Listen to part 4 of 6 of the most popular podcast series the site has ever had. Podcasting host Kim Schmitt continues with the highly popular series, “Dan Chrynko Interviewed.” To listen, just click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings.

PART 3 of 6 - DAN CHRYNKO INTERVIEWED

californiamosaic — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 17:16:00 +0000

Listen to part 3 of 6 of our latest free weekly audio feature as podcasting host Kim Schmitt continues with the highly popular series, “Dan Chrynko Interviewed.” To listen, just click on the gray box below that has a speaker and an arrow with the words, “Listen Now” just above it. You can also download it to your MP3 player. To listen to previous episodes, just scroll down the page to previous postings.