FAQ
Q. What is mōzzāq?
A. Think of mōzzāq as the 21st century postcard/souvenir. Award-winning artist, Bryan Niven, uses a uniquely-contemporary-approach in his work, that harkens back to mosaics seen throughout New York City’s rich history. Each mōzzāq is an illustrative blend of well known sights, and local favorites. After the illustration is complete, the mōzzāq is then animated, and combined with authentic sounds, recorded on-location in New York City!
Q. Will I be able to share my mŌzzāq with my friends and family?
A. Absolutely! mōzzāq is positioned as a postcard replacement, so it is designed to be shared! Your purchase includes digital files, that you can text, email, or post online, through social media sites like Instagram, and Facebook.
Q. What do i get with my purchase?
A. Each mōzzāq comes with a digital image file, as well as a motion graphic file, complete with animation and authentic sound recordings, captured on-location, throughout New York City!
Q. What is the differenCe between mōzzāq and Other art/souvenirs?
A. We’re not here to compare mōzzāq with other art, because after all, diversity is what makes the world so fascinating. With that being said, we do think the way in which art is presented and delivered, could be smarter. One of the signature elements of mōzzāq is that we use Multi-Sense technology, so you can see and hear the artwork! In addition, because mōzzāq is delivered digitally, it keeps your hands free, instead of loading you up with shopping bags, posters, or other items. Our goal is to minimize your time spent looking for souvenirs, and maximize your time looking at New York!
Q. What made you start MŌZZĀQ?
A. mōzzāq founder Bryan Niven spent over a decade as a commercial photographer, and travel workshop guide, throughout NYC. In his travels Mr. Niven recognized the need of a smarter souvenir, for the modern tourist. He wanted something that could capture the essence of New York City, while keeping you on the move, and not weigh you down. We all want more simplicity in life, with less stuff, and more time, and mōzzāq was created with that in mind. Don’t let a souvenir keep you from exploring the city the way you want to. mōzzāq will be waiting for you when you get back.
Q. What if I lose my mōzzāq? Can I download my purchase again?
A. Of course! That’s another great benefit of mōzzāq! If, for whatever reason, you can’t find your mōzzāq, just contact us, and we’ll send you another one, absolutely free!
Q. I can see my mōzzāq moving, but I can’t hear it, what am I doing wrong?
A. Video files are often muted by default, like with YouTube, or even Apple’s new Photos app. So, if you have uploaded your mōzzāq to a social media platform like Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube, make sure any sound/speaker icon is set to the on position, and turn your volume up on your device.
Q. I’m good at photo editing, as well as video editing, can I edit my mōzzāq?
A. No. Remember, mōzzāq was created by a professional artist, and is to be enjoyed just the way it is. The copyright/license is retained by Bryan Niven. When you downloaded your mōzzāq, you agreed not to change your mōzzāq in any way, which includes filters used in software programs like Instagram.
Q. Can I resell my mōzzāq?
A. No. Again, mōzzāq is copyright protected. Your mōzzāq can be shared, but cannot be resold.
Q. My friends and family have been to New York City already, but didn’t have a chance to purchase mōzzāq, can they buy one without visiting one of your kiosks?
A. Absolutely! They can visit www.mozzaq.com and click “artwork”, and purchase it right through the website.
Q. You sent me a download link, instead of emailing the actual files, why?
A. mōzzāq is the Smartest Souvenir, and we know email attachments, can sometimes cause problems, depending on your email provider. So rather than running the risk of your purchase being sent to your spam folder, or rejected all together because of it’s size, we have provided a secure link to download your purchase anytime.
Q. You claim mōzzāq is the best way to share your vacation, why?
A. Most people come home with tons of photographs from their trip, but after sharing some pictures with their friends, and posting a few online, they realize it’s just not the same, something’s missing. They wish their pictures conveyed a sense of being there, but inevitably the memories of the trip fade. mōzzāq, however, is smart, and is specifically designed to capture the essence of New York City, through sight, and sound. In addition mōzzāq has an integrated ability to share what you experienced, whether that’s in person, through a text or email, or online, through social media. That’s why we feel mōzzāq is the BEST way to share your vacation!
Q. Do you offer mōzzāq for other cities throughout the world?
A. Currently mōzzāq is offered exclusively in New York City, but we will keep you posted if/when that changes.