Testimonials

Thank you for a wonderful afternoon creating mosaics. Mum and I really enjoyed ourselves.
You are a wonderful inspiration.
(Anna, workshop participant, 2019)

Making mosaics with Amanda is to immerse myself in a world of shape and colours that calms the mind and soothes the soul. My little collection of pieces for the garden is steadily growing.
It feels good to let the artist in me come out and play every once in a while.
(Lisa, workshop participant 2020)



 Workshops


Beginners workshops

(for adults and children)


Next workshop Saturday 14 May 2022
Macleod, Melbourne 
1.30-4.30 pm
2-4 people


Please get in touch if you would like a mosaic session on Zoom.

Spend time transforming tiles, broken crockery, stone, granite and other materials into a mosaic you can treasure for your home or garden. These sessions are held in my studio in Macleod and provide an introduction to the picassiette style of making mosaics.
This is a cost-effective, sustainable and creative way to salvage items that would otherwise be discarded.

No experience is necessary. Even children as young as four years old can assemble and glue pieces to make something colourful and joyful.
Many people find the process of making mosaics very relaxing and meditative and time just slips away.

Cost

$70 per 3 hour session including materials and refreshments. Discounts for a group of 3-4 ($65 per person)

Grouting fee 20-$25 per item - depending on size, done at least 24 hours after workshop (discounts for groups)


Children's workshops, parties and school holiday sessions

For children over 5 years
$40 per child

Please inquire via the contact form below
Max. 4 children per session.

Please call Amanda to discuss details.

Workshop overview

These sessions aim to give you an introduction to the basics of mosaics, to get your brain and hands working to make patterns in a relaxing and supportive environment.

You will have access to
  • Source material, books and photos for inspiration
  • Tools and materials
  • Advice about working safely
  • Substrates (bases) tools, adhesive, gloves, safety glasses
  • Upcycled crockery, tiles, glass and other items
  • Hand sanitiser
People work at different paces, depending on whether they have already contemplated and drawn up what they would like to make. Some may finish their piece in one workshop. Others will need a follow-up session to complete their work. Grouting, if needed, is done at least 24 hours afterwards.

One-on-one mosaic or grouting session - by appointment.

What to bring
  • Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. If you have an old cup, plate or other item you would like to include in your mosaic, please bring this along.
Wear solid shoes, and comfortable clothing. Optional items: apron, rags, water bottle.

To secure your spot in a workshop, payment is due one week before the workshop date.
A 25% cancellation fee will be charged if you cancel within a week and can't come another time.

Please register your interest for workshops via the contact form or call Amanda 0413 997 467.

This website was created by Amanda Tattam on Wurundjeri land 
The artist acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which she lives and works. She pays respects to the elders past, present and emerging and extends respect to all other Aboriginal people. 

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