The Rock Mosaic was created by award winning photographer Lynn Goldsmith. The total number of prints of Rock Mosaic editions is 20 and 5 artist proofs. 10 – in the 30×40 size / 10 – in the 40×60 size. Prints can be made larger upon request, that number is then taken out of the 10 allocated for 40×60’s.
How and Why the Rock Mosaics are created:
HOW
2000 images are scanned from contact sheets of photographs Lynn has made over a period of years on a particular artist and/or group. A main image is selected which represents the iconic elements of the music as well as the musicians. The images are broken up into a grey scale and are then hand placed into the selected single image using a grid system created by artist Chuck Close. Working in a disciplined matter, moving from the upper left corner to the lower right, Lynn uses this technique to reflect that ART is WORK. Photoshop is then used to lighten and darken selected areas and for Lynn to insert specific images in areas she wants them. Each rock mosaic requires a minimum of 2 weeks to create.
WHY
The ‘work’ that goes into each musician’s career is often methodical and difficult, requiring not just talent but persistence. It’s impossible to attain success without hard work and dedication. By using a variety of photographs Lynn has made over a number of years, from concert, to backstage, to on the road, in the photo and recording studio, her process of creating the rock mosaic is a reflection of what it takes to become a star in any field of endeavor. With this body of work, Lynn expresses that “Art is process” for her as well as for the musicians and bands.
Watch the creation of the Blondie Mosaic
There are 3 ways the The Rock Mosaic can be printed:
1- Archival Digital prints for traditional framing
2- Archval prints for mounting to plexiglass
3- Archival prints on metal
