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Mosaic Classes and Workshops 2023
Studio Workshops and Courses take place at:
​Unit 6, First Floor, Hartley Business Centre, Hucknall Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 1FD

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Weekend Garden Mosaic Workshop
Dates: April 22-23,
Times: 10-4pm
Cost: £170

​During this weekend you will have the opportunity to make a mosaic for your outside space. You will learn the process, practice cutting skills, and understand which materials are needed to make your piece weatherproof.  There will be an extensive range of glass tesserae, crockery and other materials to choose from. 

The workshop will be a fun, relaxed, weekend in an inspiring space. You will be guided with as much help and advice as needed, or if you have experience this could be precious time to focus and improve your existing skills. You may have time to grout you mosaic (24 hours is needed to dry before grouting) but there will be a demonstration, instructions and grout to take home.
Projects include: Garden Stakes, House Numbers, Insects and more.

Materials, drinks and snacks are provided. Please bring your lunch, there is a fridge and microwave in the studio, or visit Tesco Express nearby. 
There is is parking and the building has a goods lift. Full directions and accessibility details will be emailed out upon booking.

​Please email sophie.robins@yahoo.co.uk to book, payment is required upon booking.

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Mug Faces Mini Course​
​Dates: 19/5/23 and 26/5/23

Days and Times: Friday mornings 10-12.30
Cost: £80

Rummage through an array of china to find just the right eyeball or lips! During this course you will learn the formula for building the elements of a mosaic face- the features are up to you. Run over two mornings, the aim is to finish the face during the first session, on the second morning you will grout the face, if time allows a small extra project.

You can even choose from a selection of house plants to use as hair! 
​Refreshments available during the morning.

​Please email 
sophie.robins@yahoo.co.uk to book, payment is required upon booking.

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Mosaic Mirror Workshop
Date: 15/7/23
​Day and Times: Saturday 10-4pm
Cost: £85

A relaxed day learning a skill while making something practical and beautiful for the home. This is an opportunity to be creative and decorative whether your style is geometric and symmetrical or organic and free flowing, there will be a range of pre cut tiles as well as patterned china to suit all tastes and interior schemes. There will be square, rectangular and circular mirrors on offer and a similar range of bases. 

Materials, drinks and snacks are provided. Please bring your lunch, there is a fridge and microwave in the studio, or visit Tesco Express nearby. 
Please email sophie.robins@yahoo.co.uk to book, payment is required upon booking.

WEA Courses Starting April and June 2023

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Mosaics Inspired By Nature
Course Code: C2348879
Dates: 18/4/23 - 23/5/23
6 Sessions: Tuesday's 10am-3pm
Cost: £129
Support: Those on certain benefits can attend for free

During this course you will focus on different areas of the natural world as a source of inspiration for your mosaic work,. This could include favourite landscapes, living creatures, flora and fauna as well as textures and colours found in nature. You will research how mosaic artists have developed their own style using nature as their source and learn and develop from them. You will share and discuss your findings with the group and give feedback to others.
Projects can be for the home or garden.
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Exploring Mosaic Methods
Course Code: C2348880     

Dates: 6/6/23 - 11/7/23
6 Sessions: Tuesday's 10am - 3pm
Cost: £129

Support: Those on certain benefits can attend for free.
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It is vital to know which method to use to fulfil the purpose of the mosaic. In this course you will investigate several techniques to equip you with that knowledge. This might include a bathroom splash back on mesh, reverse method stepping stones, or an exterior mosaic designed to last the UK winters. Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
​Projects will be suitable for the home or garden.
 


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Who are the WEA?
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The Workers Education Association are a fantastic charity, established in 1903. 

Currently the largest voluntary sector provider of adult education in England and Scotland, they are dedicated to bringing high-quality, professional education into the heart of communities.  The aim is to deliver friendly, accessible and enjoyable courses for adults from all walks of life.

Follow this link to the WEA website to find out more, including course costs.

Places are free to many who are in receipt of benefits, follow this link to find out more.

 Monday Mosaics Evening Classes 2023

Block 4: April 24th,  May 15th*  and 22nd    *changed from 8th due to new Bank Holiday. 
Block 5: June 5th, 19th and July 3rd.
6.30-9.30pm
Cost - £90 for each block (3 evenings)

These sessions are suitable for absolute beginners who are looking to learn a new skill from scratch along with regular and returning students who enjoy the feedback, and camaraderie of the group. Many students have found that this is precious time and space carved out in the busy week to immerse oneself in ongoing projects or experiment with new techniques. Come with your own designs and ideas or be guided through a project.

​Price includes materials (unless extra large or unusual!) also drinks and snacks. 

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To book email: sophie.robins@yahoo.co.uk

Catch Up Sessions

Friday March 24th  1.30-4.30pm   £15
These sessions are open to students from any of my recent courses or workshops (12 months), to come and work in the studio on current projects. This is not a teaching session but I will be around for help and advice if needed.
​Drinks and snacks provided.

To book or for more information email sophie.robins@yahoo.co.uk


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"Learnt loads! Very useful, new knowledge about materials and techniques. Nothing to suggest to improve the day." "A fabulous day, enjoyed every second" Lynda "Great course, very friendly and relaxed and I got more pieces than I expected! Clear instructions and guidance but with plenty of scope to do my own thing. Lovely edible goodies and a very warm welcome" Kay
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