Two day mosaic course
Mosaic course in the indirect (reverse) method
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On this two day course you will learn the classical indirect (reverse) method of making a mosaic, laying tiles initially on paper upside down using a weak adhesive, and then turning the completed mosaic onto a durable surface. This technique has been used in Britain for centuries to make large mosaic wall murals or mosaic floors, and is useful for any large exterior projects you wish to carry out. On the course you will make a small mosaic (18cm x 15cm) which can go outside or indoors. You will be able to learn the following steps:
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as people who have some previous experience of mosaic
Maximum number of students per course- 4
Click here to contact me for more information or with any questions
- The indirect method of mosaic making onto paper
- How to transform a design idea into a mosaic
- How to use mosaic making tools
- How to cut and lay mosaic tiles
- How to apply basic principles of andamento (movement) to your work.
- How to turn your mosaic onto a base with cement based adhesive
- Grouting and cleaning your mosaic.
- Joy will support you throughout the process
This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as people who have some previous experience of mosaic
Maximum number of students per course- 4
Click here to contact me for more information or with any questions
Price: £90 including all tools, health and safety equipment and a wide range of materials. Refreshments are included (please bring lunch). You will have the opportunity to talk through next steps and future projects during the course.
Course dates: Click here and scroll down for course dates- please book any two dates to complete this course- the two days do not have to be taken together.
Course dates: Click here and scroll down for course dates- please book any two dates to complete this course- the two days do not have to be taken together.
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Payment and cancellation terms and conditions
Mosaic Course Gift Vouchers make an excellent and unusual Christmas or birthday gift, and can be used for any of Joy's courses. To buy a gift voucher please click here.
Mosaic Course Gift Vouchers make an excellent and unusual Christmas or birthday gift, and can be used for any of Joy's courses. To buy a gift voucher please click here.
Fixings and paper available to buy for the reverse method
It is really important to use exactly the right paper for the reverse method and often difficult to purchase small quantities of the right stuff on line. I sell 60cm wide paper by the metre at £2 per metre. I also sell sets of mosaic fixings to hang small mosaics made on compressed foam core construction board such as Wedi or Marmox Multiboard at £2 per set of twelve. Please order by selecting your items from the drop down list below the video and click on Buy Now.
