Mosaic by Bonnie Fitzgerald
Explore the creative interplay of the ancient art of mosaics and contemporary abstract design as you’re guided through the process of creating an ungrouted mixed-media mosaic, from initial design and preparation of materials to fabrication and finishing.
After an overview of mosaics recognized as contemporary masterworks, students are introduced to traditional mosaic materials (marble and smalti). They create a piece that also incorporates a variety of natural objects (shells, pebbles, and stone) in combination with handmade ceramics, broken china, glass tiles, and other materials of their choice.
The workshop also covers mosaic design principles, lay patterns (andamento), tesserae technique, and color theory.
Students provide an anchor element for their mosaic and supplemental materials from their own collections. Other shared materials are available. A list of additional supplies and tools may be downloaded from this page no later than 2 weeks prior to the first session.
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Instructor: Bonnie Fitzgerald
8 sessions; 2.5 hours each
