Artist Biography - Sandra Robertson
Mosaic Guru
Sandra Robertson, the heart and soul of Studio OzMosaics, has been living and breathing mosaics for over two decades. Her passion for the art form is infectious, transforming her Brisbane studio into a vibrant hub of creativity, camaraderie, and ceaseless innovation.
The Studio
The OzMosaics studio is more than just a workspace; it’s a sanctuary for mosaic enthusiasts. Visitors and students are welcomed into a treasure trove of mosaic wonders, complete with a mosaic-themed B&B. The studio thrives on a unique blend of energy, generosity, and fun, making it a haven for mosaic addicts.
The Art (c) All Rights Reserved.
Sandy’s mosaic masterpieces span a wide range of styles and applications. From private commissions to public art installations, her work graces galleries, commercial spaces, and community projects. Her dedication to sharing the joy of mosaics is evident in her engaging workshops, which welcome people of all ages and from all walks of life.
The Techniques
Sandy’s approach to mosaics is as diverse as the materials she uses. From 3D creations to thinset techniques, her work is a testament to her versatility and creativity. She finds inspiration in the unexpected, transforming everyday items like wine bottles, rusted objects, and slate into stunning tesserae. Her legendary stash of materials includes Dynasty smalti, glass, ceramic, stone, rock, and mirror, among others.
The Philosophy
Known affectionately as the “China Whisperer,” Sandy encourages her students to look beyond the obvious, to explore the rawness, the inside out, and the upside down. Her work is inspired by nature, travel, Cubism, the Australian outback, her mind’s eye, dreams, people, storytelling, and a vivid imagination. Her mantra, “to go against the mosaic grain,” keeps her on the cutting edge of the art form, skillfully blending modern and ancient mosaic techniques, tools, substrates, and materials.
The Legacy
Sandy’s mosaic projects can be found far and wide, from Christmas Island and Norfolk Island to Queen’s Park in Ipswich, Australia Zoo, Hong Kong, Woorabinda, Theodore, University of Queensland, Brisbane City Council, Biloela, Marion Valley, Carseldine, Meandarra, and Mundubbera, to name just a few. Many of her amazing murals are installed in Schools, Churches, Kindgergartens, Parks and private homes and gardens. Her upcoming mosaic online school, The MOS, the Mosaic Guru extends her reach even further, bringing her expertise and passion for mosaics to students around the world. She is the wizard of MOS!
Contact OzMosaics
For more information, please visit www.ozmosaics.com.au or email
Origianal Mosaic Commission by Sandy Robertson - Studio OzMosaics for Anne and Greg S - Queensland. (c) All Rights Reserved.
Commission. University of Queensland, Water Engineering Dept. Sandy Robertson (c) All Rights Reserved.
Award Winning Mosaic - MAANZ Qld Exhibition. (c) all rights reserved
Sandy Robertson
If I had the money, I would love a mosaic studio, gallery, wine bar, coffee shop and dancing under the stars deck!
One of the mosaics of my dreams!
Catch a falling star....by Sandy Robertson. (c)
