EVENING

COURSES

Evening courses  |  £ 90

These evening courses are a brief  introduction to mosaic  where you will learn how to use mosaic tools and material to create your art piece 

 

Evening courses will run over 4 weeks with 1 session a week that lasts 2 hours.

 

The course offers an introduction to mosaic making where you will create an unique piece of art. These courses are tailored to suit both beginners, hobbyists and those looking to improve their skills

What you will make

You will create a 15 x 15cm  mosaic using the Direct technique or Indirect technique depending on the day. A wide range of colourful mosaic materials such as unglazed and glass tiles are to your disposition to help your creativity for creating your unique mosaic. 

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The workshop includes all mosaic materials & tools, and wooden frame.

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All  designs are already  provided by the tutor. If you wish to bring your own design it is advised to let the tutor known in advance to make sure is suuitable.

Time  |  6.30pm - 8.30pm

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Snacks and refreshments are provided. 

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EVENING COURSES

Two Options available

DIRECT TECHNIQUE

Evening course - Direct Technique 

 

 Every Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm for 4 weeks

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FIRST 2020 COURSE STARTS TUESDAY THE 28th OF JANUARY TILL TUESDAY THE

18th OF FEBRUARY

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Indirect Technique is when the mosaic is created backwards like a mirror image. 

The method involves temporarily fixing the mosaic pieces to a removable backing which holds the design together.

When completed the whole mosaic is transferred onto the base.

INDIRECT TECHNIQUE

Evening Course - Indirect Technique 

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 Every Thursday evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm for 4 weeks

 

FIST 2020 COURSE STARTS THURSDAY THE 30th  OF JANUARY TILL THURSDAY THE

20th OF FEBRUARY

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Direct Technique is when the tesserae (mosaic pieces) are glued directly on the wooden support as done in roman time, using twezzers

and tile adhesive. 

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WORKSHOP CONTENTS

  •  Introduction to the course and the       techniques;

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  •  Selection  of design and  materials;         How to transfer / draw an image to prepare   the creation of a mosaic;

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  •  How to cut and shape tiles to create your

      own mosaic using mosaic tools;

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  •  Indirect method: using glue and brown paper;

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  •  Direct method : gluing your tessera directly   onto the wooden support;

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  •  How to create a mosaic   using Andamento techniques.

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  •  Complete and grout your mosaic.