

Roman mosaics - how to make them,
draw them, understand them.
Making copies of Roman mosaics - Starting the right way
These guides are for anyone, from those just interested to professional guides who are visiting or working at Roman sites or museums and want to understand mosaics more deeply, without needing to be a maker.
Discover our exclusive range of Roman-themed museum display items, including meticulously crafted demonstration panels, educational display boards, and interactive handling pieces. Each item is designed to authentically showcase ancient mosaic making techniques and enhance museum exhibitions, educational programs, and heritage displays. Perfect for institutions seeking engaging, research-backed artifacts that bring Roman craftsmanship to life.
Should you need any help deciding what is right for you then just get in touch with me, Lawrence, at romanmosaicworkshops@gmail.com
Patterns for Roman mosaic copies. You can download the PDF and print it off then use carbon copy paper to transfer the patterns onto your baseboard. Included is the pattern, specific instructions for that mosaic, an estimate of the number of each colour of the mosaic tiles (tesserae) needed plus each pack has a tips guide to help you.
If you want to make a copy of a Roman mosaic and really get into the heart and soul of the work, then these will get you there. Based on over two decades of doing this and teaching it, I will guide you through the whole process in a way that is simple, direct, and intuitive.
What previous customers have said;
Learn Roman Mosaics series manual
I so enjoyed working on the one I had tiles for. The instruction book in itself was worth the money I spent. I spent 200AU on a mosaic class and didn’t learn most of what was in that book.
Museum Guide
Lawrence Payne, I just read your e-book about Roman Mosaics--I learned so much! I love the clarity of the explanations, drawings and images--it is a treasure! I'm so glad I signed up for your newsletter!
Lawrence Payne
Who is Lawrence Payne?
Ever since I started this journey in 2002 I have been constantly looking for evidence of how those ancient mosaicists worked. I've gone over the mosaics and in making copies I feel I have a greater understanding of those craftsmen. Now I want to give you the chance to do this work for yourself.
Making small mosaics is no different from working on a full floor, you use the same method, the same outlook.