In a tiny studio near Madrona Point, two friends have been laboring over a colorful mosaic filled with bits of island ceramics.

Anne Garfield and Issa Parker unveiled their art piece during an opening on April 24. At 175 pounds and 53″x53,” it’s a commanding creation. Orcas Islander Bruce Lovejoy built the thick frame. The women hope the piece will end up somewhere in Eastsound.

“We would love to see it get out in the community,” Garfield said. “We’re really proud of it.”

The mosaic contains tiles, plates and pottery from the Exchange and Granny’s Attic sale as well as shells from North Beach. The large vegetable pieces are plates from Garfield’s aunt.

“It’s a real Orcas piece,” Parker said.