Don’t Be Coy With Koi

Nishikigoi is a type of carp, commonly known as koi; thus, the name means “carp.” Colorful and fun, koi have gained popularity worldwide since they originated in China. Pool decorations that are increasing in popularity include the koi mosaic, and for good reason: people love colorful art.

Describing koi is a challenge because they are all different; they’re primarily orange and white, with some having a splash of black, almost as if a bucket of paint were spilled into the water and landed on the fish. The koi is a stunning fish, which explains why it is one of the most valued fish in Japan.

Competing in koi shows is a hobby, much like dog show competitions, and keeping a koi pond is legal (except in Maine). Like a pageant show for fish, judges score koi for their shape and color. It sounds incredible, but rare koi can cost thousands – even up to a million dollars. Let that sink in!

Of course, there are a variety of ways to enjoy koi if you have the wallet. One koi can cost between ten and hundreds of dollars. An entire pond full of koi is unfathomable for most people. However, if you are fortunate enough to have a pool, you can delight in koi year-round with koi mosaics.

Bring Koi to Your Backyard

Where you choose to enjoy your koi is up to you.

You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy the elegance of koi. At Blue Water Pool Mosaics, you’ll find that our frost-proof hand-glazed ceramic koi mosaics will brighten and beautify your pool with easy preassembled installation. Knowing where to find these works of art is the first step to making your pool the most exotic oasis in your backyard.

People gravitate to koi for so many reasons. Our mosaics are a natural fit for the shape and patches of these fascinating fish. Our artisans from Artistry in Mosaics capture the essence in pool mosaics available in 6 by 10 inches and 8 by 12 inches (with shadow).

Besides the monetary value, Japanese culture recognizes the koi for its copious spiritual benefits and believes that koi will bring you good luck.

At Blue Water Pool Mosaics, we agree that our koi is a rare find in pool design. Imagine diving into your pool and swimming underwater. Open your eyes and see the koi swimming along with you, or stand poolside and fill your soul with the reflection as the water dances off the colors and the ripples in the water move the koi as they show off their swimming skills.

Bring Koi to Your Friends

We all get stuck with the dilemma of what to give our friends or loved ones who seem to have everything. Let’s face it: some people are more complicated to shop for than others. You know the ones: they have a pool, a deck, an RV in their driveway, and park their boat in the marina. Perhaps it’s someone who’s visited your pool and drooled over your mosaics, or maybe they’ve never seen a pool mosaic before.

Just imagine showing up for a milestone birthday with a koi mosaic for their pool. And if it’s an anniversary, why not bring two?

Since our mosaics have a mesh backing, you can install the mosaic yourself.

Bring the Museum to You

It’s not often that we use the word “Mesopotamia” in our everyday language, and why would we? Located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known today as Iraq, Turkey, and Syria, Mesopotamia is home to the first mosaic art originating around 4,000 years ago.

Today, those who love mosaics enjoy visiting New York City, London, Hanoi, Brazil, France, Philadelphia, and Australia. Each of these noted places possess some of the most famous mosaics in the world.

Because we can’t all afford to visit exotic museums with works of art, here at Blue Water Pool Mosaics we do our best to bring the mosaic art to you in the form of glass, porcelain, and ceramic design.

Wildlife enthusiasts agree that an aquarium is one of the most fascinating ways to admire sea life without leaving the house (or business). There’s nothing like watching a dreamy sea creature glide through crystal clear-water lit up with underwater lights. There’s a mesmerizing mix of movement, color, and calm you get from swimming with fish, tracking it back and forth with your eyes, or watching it hide in the plants.

The same is true of mosaics. It’s impossible not to trace the lines of a mosaic with your eyes. Each piece connects to the next, all coming together to form the whole.

People visit art museums for different reasons. While some want to learn about culture, others want to experience the past. Still others want to gaze at the color and immerse themselves in the richness of the creative genius of artists. In all forms, art brings images to life. It makes you pause for a moment, push aside the stressors of the day, and make room for something other than yourself.

Our Koi mosaics have the same effect. Not only are they like watching the sea come to life in your backyard, but they are also like having your own underwater works of art where your stresses float away.

If you need extra ideas for how you can use our

low-maintenance, durable koi mosaics, don’t be coy! Give us a call today. At Blue Water Pool Mosaics, we’ll be happy to help you explore the possibilities.