Mark Bloom and Maggie Rickard began their collaboration twelve years ago in New York City when Mark’s world of robots collided with Maggie’s world of tiki. He was an illustrator from England and she was making body jewelry and playing the drums. Together they share a love for mid-century modern design, Frank Sinatra and finding Polynesian artifacts out in the wild.

After moving to Tucson, Arizona in 2002 they realized that the North American wild tiki was becoming an endangered species and decided that they would have to create their own poly pop art to soothe their inner savages. Hence the birth of Velvet Glass, Mark and Maggie’s venture into the world of retro and tiki themed mosaics.

They truly enjoy making their mosaics and hope that you’ll enjoy them too.

"Every year, Tiki Farm brings you a large Spring parking lot sale featuring many of today's most recognized "Tropical/Tiki" artist's and manufacturers. This year's event is our biggest to-date."