‘Tacky’ Mosaics: Eric Daigh’s Unique approach

Simplicity and design go hand in hand, and what could be more simple than a thumb tack? Eric Daigh creates portrait mosaics using hundreds of thumbtacks. From a distance you see what appears to be a pixelated portrait; up close you see an abstract piece of art made of just a few colors. What’s striking about these hand-crafted portraits is they look like they were created digitally. This concept attracted me because I believe the most impacting pieces of art are the most unconventional. As an artist, the question “why didn’t I think of that?” smacks your forehead.

Close-up of a thumbtack mosaic artwork by Eric Daigh

Eric Daigh

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Fine Art: Drink It In

In this modern world of photo manipulation and filters, we seem to dismiss the appreciation of fine art. We mustn’t forget the talent and patience it takes to create art by hand. As a graphic design student, I try to incorporate fine art in my design wherever I can. Malaysian artist Hong Yi also remembered every morning as she drank her cup of coffee and a concept began to brew in her mind. My appreciation for fine art drew me to this artist because she used the mosaic concept with a more traditional route.

Artist Hong Yi painting a portrait of a man using coffee as a medium

Hong Yi’s coffee stain art

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The “First Cheerios” Photo Mosaic

Cheerios has been a household name for years. So, when they contacted us about creating a fan-driven online photo mosaic, we were more than thrilled! Using a modified version of our interactive mosaic platform*, Cheerios asks parents across Canada to share photos of that special moment when their child enjoys their “First Cheerios.” Parents can upload photos directly from their Facebook album or local PC in a simple Facebook tab.

Cheerios First Cheerio campaign photo mosaic displayed on the official webpage

The “First Cheerios” online photo mosaic



Not only are photos featured in the mosaic, but the user also receives a $1.00 off coupon after their submission is complete. Photos are shared through Facebook by the click of a button. Our dynamic “pop-out” animation showcases individual photos at random, bringing them out of the photo mosaic for a detailed view with their photo caption.

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Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic Event: ERA Realty at LA Live

  • Event technician taking a guest’s photo for the ERA Realty digital mosaic at LA Live
  • ERA Realty digital mosaic booth setup at LA Live event
  • Guest having their photo taken for the ERA Realty mosaic activation
  • Guests viewing their printed mosaic photo takeaways at the ERA Realty event
  • ERA Realty digital mosaic booth display and photo station at LA Live
  • Printed photo takeaway from the ERA Realty digital mosaic activation at LA Live


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Digital Interactive Mosaic Event: BASF World of Concrete

  • Overview of the BASF World of Concrete mosaic booth setup at the event
  • Event tech presenting Master Builders product in the booth, with guests having their photos taken in the background
  • Digital mosaic displayed on a large screen at the BASF World of Concrete booth
  • Crowded booth overview at the BASF World of Concrete event
  • Photo mosaic tile featuring a bridge and dam, with a guest in the foreground
  • Brochure from the BASF World of Concrete mosaic booth
  • Guest photo tile in front of the iconic Las Vegas sign displayed in the mosaic


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Digital Interactive Mosaic Event: Springer Midwinter ALA Meeting

  • Guest having their photo taken for Springer’s digital mosaic at the ALA Midwinter Meeting
  • Photo mosaic setup at the Springer booth during the ALA Midwinter conference
  • Event tech standing beside the interactive digital mosaic display at Springer’s ALA booth
  • Digital photo mosaic featuring pop-out animation at the ALA Midwinter Meeting
  • Two attendees viewing the completed Springer digital mosaic at the ALA event


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Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic Event: BizBash IdeaFest

  • Onsite photographer capturing guest photos for the interactive mosaic at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
  • Close-up view of the interactive photo mosaic showcasing individual guest images at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
  • Overview of the real-time interactive photo mosaic installation at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
  • Onsite photographer capturing guest photos for the interactive mosaic at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
  • Overview of the real-time interactive photo mosaic installation at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
  • Onsite photographer capturing guest photos for the interactive mosaic at BizBash IdeaFest 2013
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For this particular project we provided the following services to help make this event a huge success:

Products & Services – How we provided the wow factor

Digital Interactive Mosaic

  • Guests’ photos were taken and instantly analyzed for optimal placement within the digital interactive mosaic, then inserted in real-time right on screen

Submission Options – How we got those photos on screen

Onsite Photographer

  • Picture Mosaics provided onsite photographers
  • Dynamic green screen backdrop provided

Hashtag photo submission

  • Guests could also submit their photos to the mosaic through a Twitter/Instagram hashtag (e.g. #bbmosaic)

Enhancements – The exciting extras

Pop-Out Animation

  • Dynamic animation randomly showcased all photos in mosaic in a “pop-in, pop-out” fashion

Prize Locations

  • Several prize locations placed within the mosaic, designated by a specific icon

 

We specialize in a vast array of mosaic-based event solutions, both onsite and online, seamlessly integrated with social networks and onsite photo-capture devices for a truly engaging experience. Examples include real-time photo mosaic creation, online & interactive fan-driven activations, guest-built Photo-by-Photo mosaic murals, instant personalized mosaic photo prints, and so much more. Click here to learn about more engaging event solutions.

Digital Interactive Mosaic Event: Bayer XXIV Congress of the ISTH, Amsterdam

  • Attendees engaging with Bayer's real-time interactive photo mosaic at the XXIV ISTH Congress in Amsterdam
  • Close-up of the digital photo mosaic display showcasing participant images at Bayer's booth during the XXIV ISTH Congress
  • Overview of Bayer's interactive photo mosaic installation attracting conference attendees at the XXIV ISTH Congress
  • Participants contributing their photos to Bayer's live mosaic wall at the XXIV ISTH Congress in Amsterdam
  • Interactive kiosk allowing attendees to view and interact with the evolving photo mosaic at Bayer's exhibit during the XXIV ISTH Congress
  • Final composite image of the real-time photo mosaic created from attendee submissions at Bayer's booth during the XXIV ISTH Congress


Attendees engaging with Bayer's real-time interactive photo mosaic at the XXIV ISTH Congress in AmsterdamClose-up of the digital photo mosaic display showcasing participant images at Bayer's booth during the XXIV ISTH CongressOverview of Bayer's interactive photo mosaic installation attracting conference attendees at the XXIV ISTH CongressParticipants contributing their photos to Bayer's live mosaic wall at the XXIV ISTH Congress in AmsterdamInteractive kiosk allowing attendees to view and interact with the evolving photo mosaic at Bayer's exhibit during the XXIV ISTH CongressFinal composite image of the real-time photo mosaic created from attendee submissions at Bayer's booth during the XXIV ISTH Congress

 

For this particular project we provided the following services to help make this event a huge success:

Products & Services – How we provided the wow factor

Digital Interactive Mosaic

  • Photos were taken via a photobooth as color and shape analysis was performed on the fly, allowing the image to be placed in its rightful spot within seconds. The photo mosaic was built live on a large screen HD display.

Enhahancements – The exciting extras 

Post Mosaic Design

  • Upon completion of the live build, the mosaic was optimized and full design took place. A digital file of the mosaic was then supplied to the client.

 

We specialize in a vast array of mosaic-based event solutions, both onsite and online, seamlessly integrated with social networks and onsite photo-capture devices for a truly engaging experience. Examples include real-time photo mosaic creation, online & interactive fan-driven activations, guest-built Photo-by-Photo mosaic murals, instant personalized mosaic photo prints, and so much more. Click here to learn about more engaging event solutions.

Digital Interactive Mosaic Event: Qliktech Employee Summit

  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013
  • Real-time interactive photo mosaic at the Qliktech Employee Summit 2013


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Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic Event: Walmart Shareholder’s Convention

  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic
  • Walmart Shareholder's Convention - Real-time Interactive Photo Mosaic


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