testimonials

THESE COMMENTS CAME FROM CLIENT NOTES TO ME:

"The lovely tile work done by Joanne Gigliotti is remarkable. Her attention to color and detail is noticeable in each of the tiles she made for our home. They are definitely a standout in our kitchen and I have decorated around them! I let them make a statement as they are truly one of a kind. It's so nice to have something original that no one else has and a story to go with it. Working with Joanne was a wonderful experience and I am so pleased she was able to capture exactly what I was looking for in the colors I had in mind and the designs I asked for. Guests comment on the impact they have in the room and it is one of the features we like best. We are so pleased with her expertise and artistry in designing them in so they compliment the entire Kitchen and Great Room. It was one of our best memories in building our home".

- Mary (St. Joseph, MO)

"I appreciate the opportunity to have a true work of art become the focal point in my kitchen - the room which I'm sure will be the central point of our new house. Unfortunately without this option [Limited Edition from Batik Tile] I probably couldn't afford to purchase your work, so I'm glad to have this chance"!

- Frank and Terry (Ontario, Canada)

"The Rooster arrived and we all agree he's gorgeous! He was carefully wrapped and well boxed. Thank you Thank you Thank you. (I spread him out in my office for all to see, took a digital photo and e-mailed it to all my friends and family) All the colors are just great. We're thinking of calling him Ricardo. What do you think of that?"

-Ann (Phoenix, AZ)

"Joanne, I've been meaning to tell you how much I am enjoying your work. The fireplace is fabulous. I get great pleasure from looking at the beautiful green, especially as the sunlight plays across it. I've seen other light green tiles since, but none that sort of glow with that special color. And I invite people to look close up at the lovely celadon crackle. Your tile gift sits atop our dinning room table with a vase atop. What a great addition. I'll be back early next year for "the wine and cheese" mural and an invite to you to join us in a little get together. Take care and enjoy."

- Paul (McLean, VA)

"I just received the (Wine and Cheese) mural and could not be happier! The web pictures do not do it justice. When I get it installed [which will be a couple of months]. I will send you a picture".

- Thomas (Portland,ME)

"It's my pleasure to recommend your batiktile artistic tile ware to any and all who love beautiful designs. I've enjoyed your tiles in my home and my friends and family to whom I've given tiles as gifts have loved them too. One of the great things about Batik Tile tiles is their versatility -- they can be bought as "mosaics," or individually (they also make great coasters!)".

- Nancy (Newark, NJ)

"Here is a letter I received from my Uncle for one your gift tiles: Dear Nancy, Thank you for sending me the batik tile. It is quite beautiful and I have already found a place for it where it will be happy and so will those looking at it. I could use it as a mug coaster but actually I think I'll just keep it as an "objet d'art" since it's so attractive. Please let the artist know that I appreciated it. You ask about a set as a wedding gift for Ester and Mark. I imagine they would be as pleased to have a set as I was to receive one. It's obviously a personal gift made by an artist you now know. That adds to the pleasure of having it."

- Sam (San Francisco, CA)

“The work far exceeded my greatest expectations.”

- Charlotte McCormick (Marco Island, FL)

“I wouldn’t part with any piece from my collection...”

- Anita Shelford (Dillon, NC)

"I enjoy going to my kitchen each morning and being greeted by the wonderful vegetable mural wall piece that is framed and placed above my stove. It is nicely accented by my bowl of fake fruit from the gallery that sits on the kitchen counter. The bright ceramic colors are a nice contrast to the white cupboards and appliances. I'm so glad to have the work of this artist to be a part of my home environment".

- Laurie (Arlington, VA)

"I have finished and had pictures developed and will send them to you as soon as you tell me how much I owe you. Thank-you. The (Red Heart) Tub looks great! I couldn’t have done it without your work".

- Mike (New York)

"I recently ordered (and promptly received) some unique tiles from Batik Tile. After looking at several sites, and being frustrated by the high prices and lack of response, it was a pleasure to do business with Robert Valli and Batik Tile. Not only do the palm tree tiles add pizzazz to my kitchen, but the transaction was made easily and quickly over the net! They "bent over backward" to make sure I was satisfied, as well as answering all my endless questions about tile. I am completely satisfied with my purchase and the service from the people at Batik Tile. I highly recommend them."

- Marsha (Florida)

"I had searched all over town at several tile stores trying to find ideas on doing a back splash in our newly remodeled kitchen. Then, I decided to explore the internet and see if there was anything out there. Low and behold I found a site that had exactly what I was looking for. My E-mails to this site were responded to very promptly. I received a brochure and sample tiles in the mail before I decided to place my order. I didn't have to pay until I received all the tiles and was happy with them. All my inquiries and questions were answered immediately and completely. I was very satisfied with my first attempt at purchasing something over the internet and highly recommend using your FineTile at batiktile to purchase decorative ceramic tiles."

- Linda (Oregon)

"I never thought buying tile could be so easy and fun...until I visited the Batik Tile web site. After viewing all the close-up pictures of tile choices, Rob Valli promptly sent the samples which I requested. He also provided detailed answers to all my tile questions and even offered a few suggestions that improved my tile layout. Shortly after placing an order for my bathroom, Rob called to make sure that I had received my tiles. I confirmed that the tiles I had purchased had arrived quickly and in mint condition. Working with Rob was like working with an old-fashioned shopkeeper who takes great pride in running a family business... the only difference is that he operates his "family shop" on the very modern streets of the information highway".

-Theresa (New York)

“Really beautiful, Joanne. so rich and exotic--they are wonderful. Your paintings--they are delicious and sumptuous--Brava!”

- Mary (New Bedford, MA)