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BENEATH THE SURFACE RAY CORRAL, A FLORIDA ARTIST, DAZZLES HOMEOWNERS WITH UNDERWATER ARTWORK
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space often overlooked, literally, is now the centerpiece for dozens of southern landscapes. A talented Florida artist is getting a lot of attention and admiration for his elaborate art displays built within the landscapes around luxury homes. Ray Corral is a mosaicist. These craftsmen intricately place small, colorful glass pieces together to create large-scale surface designs, often used for floor and wall murals, stained glass windows and sculptures. Ray is dominating in one niche area: outdoor living spaces, predominately swimming pools. Ray’s design and build firm Mosaicist Inc. operates in Miami, Florida. The team of about eight artists and 15 installers use centuriesold techniques to create elaborate designs complimenting surrounding landscapes and architectures. They manage all aspects of a mosaic, including manufacturing and cutting custom glass material. Their projects cost anywhere from $50,000 to $250,000.
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Pro Landscaper USA South May/June 2022
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