Description
Two Day Mosaic Abstract Workshop
This mosaic abstract workshop will explore different mosaic materials which can easily be salvaged or collected to make beautiful abstract pieces. Whether it’s pebbles and shells, broken pottery, bolts and washers, Scottish slate, beach glass, bottle tops, beads, single use plastics, or even organic elements like nuts and seeds, we will delve into the fascinating world of mosaic materials.
We will begin with a brief overview of mosaics and take a look at the various methods, approaches and possibilities of the medium before focusing on gathered and found materials. We will be using the direct tile adhesive method and you will learn how to build your own substrate and the various cutting techniques needed to make your own mosaics including using the hammer and hardie before considering design ideas and getting stuck in.
The idea is to play and experiment and there will be the opportunity to make as many mosaics as you like, trying out different colours, textures and patterns to achieve striking effects. This workhop is an extended version of the one-day class so we will also have time to consider the impact of adding pigments to the adhesive to create striking effects.
We will end the workshop with a demonstration of how to install your mosaics at home on an outdoor or indoor wall or onto a movable plaque.
What’s included: A selection of mosaic materials, bases of various sizes, adhesives and course notes.
What to bring: Mosaic materials that you would like to include in your work. An apron or big shirt – it’s messy work! – and a shallow box to take your work home.
