Tuesday Evenings at Blue Mountains Creative Arts Centre, cnr Hare and Moore St, Glenbrook

This fun and practical class is suitable for students of all levels.  It is often booked out.  Watch this space for details of Term 3 which begins on 31 July for 7 weeks.  6.30 - 9.30 pm. Enrollment day is 28 July at the centre, 10 am - 2 pm.

Gembrook Victoria July 2018

I will be teaching three courses for Beliana Mosaics in 2018.  For more information and to express interest see here or contact Belinda at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Understanding Values - working with light dark and contrast  6th July 9 am - 5pm - full

Value, (how light or dark something is) is an important concept in art. Particularly in mosaic, the correct use of values can contribute enormously to the “readability” of a piece. Using a mix of theory and practical exercises, this course aims to give participants an understanding of the concept of value and the tools to use it effectively in their own mosaic work. This is a mainly theoretical course, the mosaic making will be to produce samples rather than creative pieces. Intermediate/Advanced

Cost: Early bird bookings by May 1st $135. $170 for bookings after that. Plus materials fee $25

Texture and Light - Mixed Media Mosaics 2 days 7/8 July 9 am - 5pm both days - full

This course looks at creating visually exciting modern mosaic pieces using the direct method and working with cement-based adhesive. We will look at the possibilities of working with texture, colour and light by exploring different styles of laying the pieces, and mosaic mixed media.  Some mosaic experience desirable.  Not suitable for absolute beginners.

Cost: Early bird bookings by May 1st $270. $350 for bookings after that. Plus materials fee $25

Bend Fold and Undulate - 1 day 9 July 10 am - 5 pm - full

Learn different methods of making dimensional substrates for mosaic, using fibreglass mesh and cement-based adhesive, to make two lightweight wall hanging substrates of your own design. Substrates are made in two stages and you will finish yours at home. Marian will supply a half-made folded or undulating substrate to complete during course so you get hands-on experience. At the end of the day you should be confident to design and make your own substrates.

Some mosaic experience desirable and will be particularly useful for those who want to move beyond the flat surface.

Cost: Early bird bookings by May 1st $135. $170 for bookings after that. Plus materials fee $35

Perth -  Texture and Light 22/23 September 2018

Where: Frendz Arts and Craft Supplies, Clarkson

Cost: $250 MAANZ members and $260 guests (includes some materials)

This course looks at creating visually exciting modern mosaic pieces working with cement-based adhesive (thin set). We will look at the possibilities of working with texture, colour and light by exploring different laying styles and using a range of different materials.

This workshop is not for beginners but rather intended for those with some mosaic experience who wish to try new things and bring their work to a new level. This workshop aims to give attendees ideas, inspiration and techniques to create individual, original and vibrant modern mosaic art. Each participant will work towards a small hanging mosaic 25 cm x 25 cm suitable for either interior or exterior display. There is a maximum number of eight participants.

To register contact Dorothy: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 18 August.
 

Travelling to Teach 

I have just updated my booklet of available course offerings.  If you would like me to come and teach for you, either in Australia and abroad, please contact me on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.