Marvelous Mosaics Locationless, Locationless, Locationless
By
Stinky.Cheese on 05-Jan-14. Waypoint GA6640
Cache Details
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| Type: | Locationless |
| Container: | Other |
| Proximity: | 161m |
Description
Having seen some impressive Mosaics throughout Europe & more recently 'Angel' in Melbourne, I thought it would be fun to make a locationless cache.
There is a similar locationless cache. So to make this one a little different, the artwork must be a statue or sculpture only.
To log a find you will have to take & upload a photo of the artwork with you or your GPS in it along with the location & coordinates. See my example.
Feel free to log as often as you see them but each each piece can only be logged once unless there is something special happening around it.
You can also include a little information on the artwork/artist & location if you like.
Angel.
Melbourne, Victoria.
S 37° 49.141 E 144° 58.380
Logs
Definitely a work of ark, this mosaic is just outside a childhood center on Oaklands Road in Hazelbrook.
A Marvelous Mosaic in the heart of Werribee.
"About the Artwork:
The stainless steel sculpture is the central focus of the fountain, taking its form from an inverted red gum tree root system. River red gums proliferate along the banks of Werribee River. The fountain component of the work features a series of vertical streams flowing from the tree root branches.
The characteristics of the sculptures design complement the modernist lines of the adjacent Wyndham Community Cultural Centre, thereby celebrating the interface of built and organic environments. The viewer’s eye is led from the Cultural Centre to the River Walk at the end of Wedge Street, and to the Werribee River beyond.
The mosaic surrounding the sculpture suggests that the tree is encircled by water. The domed base, whilst serving as the sculptures plinth, depicts a radiating series of branches, gently corrugated by a series of three ripples. Patterning and colouring of the vascular branches, emanating from the base of the sculpture, represent the rich and complex indigenous heritage of the region. Water areas of the mosaic were rendered using a range of blue, green and gold hues from the Werribee River.
The design of the mosaic can be read as: A watery reflection of the root structure above it; a view of the sculpture as a tree seen from underwater; and a stylised representation of sections of the Werribee River and its tributaries, seen from an aerial perspective.
Helen explains that the symbolic meanings of the sculptural tree include the following: both the giver and manifestation; synthesis of heaven, earth and water; diversity in unity; and nourishment, shelter, support.
“The tree is a universal symbol of life and knowledge. As such, its root system is the primary channel for its strength and very survival. The root system was chosen as the subject for this artwork because of these meanings and because it is an aesthetically pleasing form that is simultaneously familiar and unfamiliar. It takes the form of a tree but it obviously not a tree." - Helen Bodycomb
The design & production team that worked with commissioned artist Helen Bodycomb were: Wathaurong artist Glenn Romanis, Rene Schaefer, Chris Rak, and PL Fountains."
"About the Artwork:
The stainless steel sculpture is the central focus of the fountain, taking its form from an inverted red gum tree root system. River red gums proliferate along the banks of Werribee River. The fountain component of the work features a series of vertical streams flowing from the tree root branches.
The characteristics of the sculptures design complement the modernist lines of the adjacent Wyndham Community Cultural Centre, thereby celebrating the interface of built and organic environments. The viewer’s eye is led from the Cultural Centre to the River Walk at the end of Wedge Street, and to the Werribee River beyond.
The mosaic surrounding the sculpture suggests that the tree is encircled by water. The domed base, whilst serving as the sculptures plinth, depicts a radiating series of branches, gently corrugated by a series of three ripples. Patterning and colouring of the vascular branches, emanating from the base of the sculpture, represent the rich and complex indigenous heritage of the region. Water areas of the mosaic were rendered using a range of blue, green and gold hues from the Werribee River.
The design of the mosaic can be read as: A watery reflection of the root structure above it; a view of the sculpture as a tree seen from underwater; and a stylised representation of sections of the Werribee River and its tributaries, seen from an aerial perspective.
Helen explains that the symbolic meanings of the sculptural tree include the following: both the giver and manifestation; synthesis of heaven, earth and water; diversity in unity; and nourishment, shelter, support.
“The tree is a universal symbol of life and knowledge. As such, its root system is the primary channel for its strength and very survival. The root system was chosen as the subject for this artwork because of these meanings and because it is an aesthetically pleasing form that is simultaneously familiar and unfamiliar. It takes the form of a tree but it obviously not a tree." - Helen Bodycomb
The design & production team that worked with commissioned artist Helen Bodycomb were: Wathaurong artist Glenn Romanis, Rene Schaefer, Chris Rak, and PL Fountains."
Rated: for Overall Experience
SHEPPARTON
VICTORIA
I found this mosaic dog near the Arts Museum in Shepparrton.
VICTORIA
I found this mosaic dog near the Arts Museum in Shepparrton.
S41 2.875 E145 53.707 BURNIE TASMANIA
This mosaic crayfish is in a park in Burnie Tasmania. It is a representation of the Burnie Burrowing Crayfish (Engaeus yabbimunna) which was was first discovered in the Burnie Park in 1994. It only lives in the Burnie and Wynyard areas of Tasmania and needs an undisturbed habitat with clean water. They eat decaying plants and bugs and have a streamlined shape to help with burrowing. The live ones are are rarely seen but this one near a playground is certainly clearly visible and popular with the children.
This mosaic crayfish is in a park in Burnie Tasmania. It is a representation of the Burnie Burrowing Crayfish (Engaeus yabbimunna) which was was first discovered in the Burnie Park in 1994. It only lives in the Burnie and Wynyard areas of Tasmania and needs an undisturbed habitat with clean water. They eat decaying plants and bugs and have a streamlined shape to help with burrowing. The live ones are are rarely seen but this one near a playground is certainly clearly visible and popular with the children.
Years ago I took a photo specifically for this cache. Today I found that photo hidden in amongst a file of puppy photos!! No wonder I could never find it again!!
The mosaic sculpture looks like a lighthouse and it can be found in Ceduna at S32 8.691 E133 38.605.
It is actually a memorial to those lost at sea in the area.
Thanks.
The mosaic sculpture looks like a lighthouse and it can be found in Ceduna at S32 8.691 E133 38.605.
It is actually a memorial to those lost at sea in the area.
Thanks.
Recently in Yeppoon Qld on a 5 day caching holiday and saw these in the park on the esplanade in the main part of town. They are part of a much larger feature and really enhance the sea side feel of the beach and there is plenty of shelter and other amenities near by. TFTL Stinky.Cheese 
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sorry I can't post co-ords as it is a waypoint for a d5 multi
it is in Brisbane and is on the northside
it is in Brisbane and is on the northside
#GA1200 - 21:35; Spotted this artwork wandering along the street in Bondi. TFTC Stinky.Cheese 
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This is a mosaic Faberge egg in St Helens. Unfortunately some of the mosaic pieces have fallen off. It was made in 2006 and has a time capsule buried underneath which is to be opened in 2026
Found this mosaic at the start of the Heritage Walk at Fremantle Cemetery.
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A clock tower in the main street of Longreach while we had breakfast at the nearby bakery which i recommend
These are individual discs at the Point Walker cafe and facilities. Created for the area they are have different elements in them from river life it seems. Amazing work.
There are several very fine mosaics as part of the Governor Macquarie Statue located in Moses Street, Windsor (NSW). Just opposite the historic St Matthews Anglican Church in McQuade Park.
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I was in the area logging an earthcache when I noticed these mosaics
This tribute to the Enrolled Pensioner Corp is located next to the shore of Lake Coogee in the City of Cockburn. A nice piece work to commemorate a significant piece of history.
Thanks for the locationless Stinky.Cheese ... one for the scavenger game.
Thanks for the locationless Stinky.Cheese ... one for the scavenger game.
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Faberge Time Capsule St Helens waterfront
Unfortunately not so marvellous any more with many of the tiles missing but in it's day it would have been.
Unfortunately not so marvellous any more with many of the tiles missing but in it's day it would have been.
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Luckily my partner remembered seeing some mosaics miiiiiles away so we hopped in the car this afternoon and took a drive to photograph them. A mother hen with chicks, really cute!
Mount Compass, on the Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia is home to these life size mosaic cows.
They've always been a favourite of Mrs J, who is an avid cow collector, hence our geocaching avatar.
Thanks Stinky.Cheese.
They've always been a favourite of Mrs J, who is an avid cow collector, hence our geocaching avatar.
Thanks Stinky.Cheese.
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ST PETER AND PAUL'S CATHEDRAL
VERNER STREET
GOULBURN NSW
I had no idea where I could find a mosaic near me, so I did a search and found one in Goulburn. As part of the restoration of the Sts Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral, the parish of Goulburn has honoured Caroline Chisholm through the creation of a magnificent public artwork. An exquisite mosaic depicting her contribution to Australia. The mosaic was created by Nola Diamantopoulos, an internationally renowned mosaic artist, as an enduring memory of Caroline Chisholm and her contribution to our nation. A long and enduring relationship with the people of southern New South Wales was forged as she travelled through Goulburn, raising money and escorting young immigrant girls to their workplaces as domestic servants to many country farms.
VERNER STREET
GOULBURN NSW
I had no idea where I could find a mosaic near me, so I did a search and found one in Goulburn. As part of the restoration of the Sts Peter and Paul's Old Cathedral, the parish of Goulburn has honoured Caroline Chisholm through the creation of a magnificent public artwork. An exquisite mosaic depicting her contribution to Australia. The mosaic was created by Nola Diamantopoulos, an internationally renowned mosaic artist, as an enduring memory of Caroline Chisholm and her contribution to our nation. A long and enduring relationship with the people of southern New South Wales was forged as she travelled through Goulburn, raising money and escorting young immigrant girls to their workplaces as domestic servants to many country farms.
Found this bit of art work while doing the GC find in the area.
Great little bit of colour in the middle of a very industrial area.
Great little bit of colour in the middle of a very industrial area.
Rated: for Overall Experience
This mosaic 'lives' at my work place. To enhance a shelter 'shed' which was attached to the end of a building, the school commissioned our local 'artist in residence' to help us create a mosaic which represented *us*.
Peter Burdette (the artist), focused on the four fish which is at the bottom of the logo. Each child and staff member had the opportunity to paint either a fish shape or circular 'coral' shape. These were fired and the whole log mosaics with broken tiles and mirrors (to reflect light) into the artwork. The photo only shows the middle - its hard to get a decent full sized image because of the light. The kids all love our 'fishy wall' - quite appropriate for a school.
Thanks for the locationless.
Peter Burdette (the artist), focused on the four fish which is at the bottom of the logo. Each child and staff member had the opportunity to paint either a fish shape or circular 'coral' shape. These were fired and the whole log mosaics with broken tiles and mirrors (to reflect light) into the artwork. The photo only shows the middle - its hard to get a decent full sized image because of the light. The kids all love our 'fishy wall' - quite appropriate for a school.
Thanks for the locationless.
Found this large Mosaics while out looking for Summer Scavenger
Moses St, Windsor
Moses St, Windsor
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Spotted this mosaic guitar on our cruise ship while away over the Christmas /New year period. Ended up walking past it a dozen times a day.....as it was on the way to one of many restaurants and bars I just happen to visit while on board. The cruise ship was the Emerald Princess and the statue is located midships. No co-ords attached because.....we were almost always moving.
Thanks stinky.cheese for another locationless....
Thanks stinky.cheese for another locationless....
I noticed this mosaic in the grounds of the Rosebud Secondary College today. I do not have any details about the artwork or artist. I am not even sure what it is supposed to represent. To me it looks sort of like a seal.
Rated: for Overall Experience
Beautiful, large mosaics on the front garden wall near the beach in Marmion
Found this great mosaic of the Beaconsfield Mine at Beaconsfield. TFTL
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King George v Park in Sheffield is the site for a community art project. Mosaic images were created of flora and fauna from the area and set into a path approximately 150m long. At the start of a path is a mosaic bollard. This has certainly been a wonderful community project which involved very many citizens. A collage of images has been added to the Gallery showing the entrance to the park, Mrs y'stassie standing at the mosaic bollard and some of the individual mosaic panels et into the path. it is certainly very well worthwhile visiting. Thanks Stinky.Cheese for the cache.
You will find this funky chair in the vegetable garden area at Hamilton Gardens in New Zealand. We had a wonderful morning exploring these gardens and all its art work. TFTC
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These four mosaic figures can be viewed from the Brooker Highway, Glenorchy, Tasmania.
From Tasmanian Arts Guide:
‘Workers Monument features four figures – a dancer, a jockey, a blue-collar worker and a white-collar worker. Each figure is about 2 metres tall, designed to create a visual presence on a busy highway location. The figures stand on a circular plinth, facing towards the North.
This workers monument celebrates the lives of ordinary people and is the antithesis of a Soviet-era workers monument, which typically featured strong and heroic figures, both muscular and monochromatic. In the middle of the circular plinth is a debossed brass disc, which references a style of imagery and typeface from the Soviet era. The text on the plaque reads ”Workers of the world unite and rise up as one!”
The vocational program being offered by the Big Picture School allows students to pursue their strengths and interests with support from local industry and mentors. This sculpture alludes to the different ‘skins’ that young people try on as they establish a clear sense of who they are and where they are headed as future ‘workers’.
This work is part of the Tasmanian government’s public art collection commissioned through the Tasmanian Government Art Site Scheme.’
From Tasmanian Arts Guide:
‘Workers Monument features four figures – a dancer, a jockey, a blue-collar worker and a white-collar worker. Each figure is about 2 metres tall, designed to create a visual presence on a busy highway location. The figures stand on a circular plinth, facing towards the North.
This workers monument celebrates the lives of ordinary people and is the antithesis of a Soviet-era workers monument, which typically featured strong and heroic figures, both muscular and monochromatic. In the middle of the circular plinth is a debossed brass disc, which references a style of imagery and typeface from the Soviet era. The text on the plaque reads ”Workers of the world unite and rise up as one!”
The vocational program being offered by the Big Picture School allows students to pursue their strengths and interests with support from local industry and mentors. This sculpture alludes to the different ‘skins’ that young people try on as they establish a clear sense of who they are and where they are headed as future ‘workers’.
This work is part of the Tasmanian government’s public art collection commissioned through the Tasmanian Government Art Site Scheme.’
Rated: for Overall Experience
These couple of mosaic covered seats are in the Patrick St Mall, Laidley, Qld.
They are by local artist Birgit Grapentin. Birgit describes her sculpture as...
"A site specific sculpture dedicated to the local community. It depicts an open seed pod, a metaphor for Laidley's heritage, transformation and potential. Seed pods split and release their seeds. Seeds are the beginning of life. They hold a universal code of nature - blueprints for life - the past, the present, the future."
(Note: they are too hot to sit on in summer)
Thanks Stinky Cheese
They are by local artist Birgit Grapentin. Birgit describes her sculpture as...
"A site specific sculpture dedicated to the local community. It depicts an open seed pod, a metaphor for Laidley's heritage, transformation and potential. Seed pods split and release their seeds. Seeds are the beginning of life. They hold a universal code of nature - blueprints for life - the past, the present, the future."
(Note: they are too hot to sit on in summer)
Thanks Stinky Cheese
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This amazing fish mosiac is located near these co ords at a local primary school. It was made as part of an Artists in Schools project a few years ago.
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Spotted this large mosiac fish while caching at the MEGA event in Murray bridge recently...
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Stayed at Werribee South for one night.
Enjoy most of it.
Enjoy most of it.
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Lithgow, NSW
Another nice mosaic, spotted while lost in an unknown alley . . .
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This mosaic is in the Burnie Park in the north west of Tasmania. It's a representation of the Burnie Burrowing Crayfish which was discovered in this park in 1992 and is only found in the Burnie and Wynyard areas. He's so ugly, he's kind of cute!
Found these mosaics in The Grove Reserve off the Brooker Highway, Berriedale, Tasmania.
TFTC and cheers
OldSaint.
TFTC and cheers
OldSaint.
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A sea monster spotted in Lyttelton, NZ recently.
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Saw this gorgeous lizard when in NZ recently.
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S 41° 10.788 E 146° 22.055
Harbour side, next to the Spirit of Tasmania dock in Devonport.
Another interesting idea with some great pics. TFTC
(egg has ducked down behind the mosaic - with good reason)
Harbour side, next to the Spirit of Tasmania dock in Devonport.
Another interesting idea with some great pics. TFTC
(egg has ducked down behind the mosaic - with good reason)
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Mosaics at the 'Festival of Joy' in Katoomba, NSW.
Part of a large complex of different kinds of mosaics, in various places. Couldn't get more shots because I had others with me who wanted to go elsewhere.
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I was going to log a street-art mosaic I discovered today at an event for the 10th anniversary of Earthcaching until I read the sculpture/statue requirement. So a quick dig through my previous photographs around Melbourne uncovered this one - "Ophelia" on Southbank (by the same sculptor/artist as "Angel" if I remember correctly).
Mountain Man/Man Mountain is a mosaic sculpture in Deloraine in northern Tassie. He is fairly ugly and when he was installed in 2002 he created a bit of controversy amongst the locals. TFTL
This mosaic work of art (and functionality) is located in Civic Square in Wynyard, Tasmania. It is an “udderly marvellous mosaic”. Thanks for the interesting locationless.
Found while geocaching in The Ponds, NSW!
Mosaic tables or scultures that sort of look like tables.
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I found these mosaic people in a mosaic car on the side of the road in Hopkins St Moonah, near Hobart.
