This comprehensive and thorough workshop requires minimal or no prior mosaic experience and spans seven individual sessions, with each session lasting two and one-half hours. The workshop is uniquely and specifically designed in a creative, engaging, and accessible format to teach a complete, comprehensive skill set in mosaic art within a supportive and relaxed creative atmosphere. Participants who complete this entire workshop will have acquired all the essential skills needed to independently complete mosaic artwork projects from initial concept through finished product, and much more beyond that foundation.
During this comprehensive workshop experience, you will create a colorful, dramatic, and visually spectacular mosaic tabletop or wall art piece to bring home, display proudly in your space, and treasure.
Detailed Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
- You will gain deep, comprehensive knowledge of mosaic materials, the properties of ceramic and glass tesserae tiles, the specialized tools required, and the adhesive products used throughout the mosaic creation process.
- You will develop mastery in cutting techniques and nipping tiles into diverse geometric and organic shapes. Learn varied laying approaches, understand different gluing methodologies, and develop proficiency in grouting and sophisticated finishing techniques.
- You will learn fundamental mosaic design principles, comprehensive project planning approaches, and the theory of effective color combinations. You will then apply these skills to select materials from an extensive variety of colors and shades to perfectly match your individual creative preferences.
Appropriate Skill Level and Participant Requirements:
This comprehensive workshop is well-suited for any participant with minimal or no previous mosaic experience who wants to experience and explore this rewarding and exciting art form while building and mastering fundamental mosaic techniques.
Complete Pricing and What Is Included:
The workshop price encompasses all seven sessions, each two and one-half hours in length, plus all essential materials, ceramic and glass tesserae, substrate boards, specialized tools, professional adhesive products, and grout required to create and complete your mosaic project.
