UNLOCK THE POTENTIAL OF YOUR MOSAIC MATERIALS
Do you have a stash of mosaic materials that you really want to use?
Perhaps you want to discover ways of adding extra dimension to your mosaics
Or maybe you are on a budget and your options for materials are limited.
If any of these apply, then this course is for you!
In this course you will discover new ways of using everyday mosaic materials, whether it’s glass tiles, a broken plate, or some pebbles from the beach. Each material holds so much potential.
You will be guided through a series of practical exercises, to help you explore the different effects you can create with your materials.
You will then apply what you have learned to create your own piece of mosaic art.
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Look at Shape and Surface
You’ll use different cutting techniques and work with the range of shapes and surfaces that result from this.
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Experiment with Angles
You’ll try placing pieces at different angles, to create interesting textures and effects
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Explore Relationships
You’ll learn how to combine materials to create mosaics that are visually appealing
“I went away feeling quite excited about being able to experiment in a whole new style of mosaics.”
Hannah
What’s included?
Five weekly sessions, taught live via Zoom
Four sessions will cover the course content and one will provide live student support.
Written handouts to download and keep
So you have something to refer back to after the course has ended
Training videos
These will cover basics such as preparing substrates and using tile adhesive/thinset.
Membership of a private community group
To share work, ask questions and connect with fellow students. This is hosted on the Mighty Network platform
Access to the recordings of the sessions
Recordings of each session are made available within 24hours of the class taking place and are available for six months. This means you can catch up if you miss a session, or watch at a time that suits you.
“This is a super class - so many ways to get new things from the resources you already have. I recommend you give it a try.”
Sue
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the course happening?
Tuesdays at 7pm (UK time) starting 21st February
Teaching sessions will be held on 21st Feb, 28th Feb, 14th March and 21st March
A clinic session will be held on 7th March to review student’s work and provide individual feedback as needed.
Do I need to provide my own tools and materials?
Yes. You will need some materials (whatever you want to use), appropriate tools for cutting your materials, some tile adhesive/thinset, and some boards to make your mosaics on. A materials list with recommended resources will be provided.
What if I can’t make the live sessions?
All the live teaching sessions will be recorded. All enrolled students will be given access to the recordings within 24 hours of the live teaching.
So whether you can't make the live or just want to watch again, you can catch up at a time that works for you. Access to the recordings will be available for six months after the course ends so you have plenty of time to catch up.
What exactly will I be making?
In the first two sessions you will be encouraged to create a series of sample pieces as you experiment with your materials and techniques.
In the final two sessions you will focus on making a mosaic using what you have learned from the earlier class. Guidance will be given on design so you can focus on using your materials creatively.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes, although some experience of mosaic is helpful. There are training videos provided that cover the basics, like mixing adhesive and preparing substrates, and there will be live demonstrations of the different techniques so you can see how to do things.
This class is also suitable for people who have some mosaic experience but want to explore techniques for using their materials more creatively.
How much does the course cost?
The course fee is £195.