2020  Workshops

Beginners workshops

(for adults and children)

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



Saturday 21 March, 2020
1.30-4.30pm
Saturday 28 March 2020
1.30-4.30pm
 
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.

Mosaics can be made by all kinds of people and no experience is necessary. Even children as young as five years old can assemble and glue pieces onto wood or a tile to make something colourful and joyful.
Many people find the process of making mosaics very relaxing and meditative and time just slips away. 

Cost

$50 per session including materials and refreshments.
Grouting fee $25 per item - done at least 24 hours after workshop (discounts for groups)
 

Children's workshops, parties and school holiday sessions

For children over 5 years
$35 per child

Please inquire via the contact form below
Max. 5 children per session.
Discounts for groups of two or more.

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
  • Basic introduction to tools and materials
  • Advice about working safely
  • Substrates (bases) tools, adhesive, gloves, safety glasses
  • Upcycled crockery, tiles, glass and other items.
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 other workshops via the contact form or call Amanda 0413 997 467.
Copyright 2019