Description

This class will explore the wonderful potential of mixing smalti and stone. Play with texture and color while focusing on the fundamentals of cutting materials using nippers to create a vibrant 6x6 mosaic or 3x12 mosaic in the direct method. Smalti is the beautifully colored glass seen in the mosaics of the great cathedrals throughout the world. It is hand cut from a large slab or pizza of glass. Its riven edge is used as the surface giving the mosaic a sparkling, sculptural and reflective quality. Observe the use of hammer and hardie to shape and texture larger pieces of smalti to add interest to your work. Class is geared to beginner and intermediate mosaic artists, and all levels of experience are welcome. All materials provided. Ages 13 to adult. Beginners welcome! [Feel free to bring your own lunch or walk next door to the Town Hill Market during lunch break.] $195 for nonmembers; $185 for members. ArtWaves Members: use code AW10 for your $10 member discount! Be sure to hit the APPLY arrow. Instructor Bio: Pamela Stratton is a stone and glass artist working in Rockport, MA. She teaches both beginner and intermediate students in her Rockport studio. Pam creates sculptural mosaic works for her garden, fine art mosaics, as well as mosaic jewelry. She is a member and past president of the Cape Ann Artisans, a founding member of the New England Mosaic Society, a member of The Rocky Neck Art Colony and the Society of American Mosaic Artists. Pam exhibits her work in national venues--most recently at the Mosaic Arts International in Nashville. Min. 5, Max. 8 participants for this workshop.