{"product_id":"beginning-mosaics-3-day-workshop","title":"Beginning Mosaics 4 week class","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis 4 week comprehensive class offers a strong foundation and introduction to the wide variety of materials and methods used for constructing mosaics. The instructor will also cover design, terminology, tools, substrates, adhesives, and more.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAbout an hour into the workshop, you will begin to use your new-found knowledge to design and create an 8” x 8” home décor piece, suitable for hanging in an indoor setting. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe will be using a wood panel as our base and vitreous glass tiles and\/or stained glass to create your mosaic. In subsequent meetings, your artwork is grouted, and all finishing options discussed. Students are welcome to bring their own simple designs, however, if you feel more comfortable creating from an existing design, an ample selection of optional patterns will be available for you to use. The workshop fee includes all materials to complete your project and tool loan during class time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis workshop is designed for students brand new to mosaics, or with limited experience. While classroom tools will be available, if you would like to have your own tools we recommend the following starter set for cutting glass tile and stained glass: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/witsendmosaic.com\/mosaic-tools-supplies\/ultimate-glass-mosaic-tool-kit-1.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/witsendmosaic.com\/mosaic-tools-supplies\/ultimate-glass-mosaic-tool-kit-1.html\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eAs an alternative you may want to just get the basic wheeled nippers for cutting mosaic tile: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/witsendmosaic.com\/mosaic-tools-supplies\/mosaic-nippers-cutters\/leponitt-g30c-wheeled-nippers-new.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/witsendmosaic.com\/mosaic-tools-supplies\/mosaic-nippers-cutters\/leponitt-g30c-wheeled-nippers-new.html\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eTopics to be covered:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eIntro to Mosaics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eHealth and Safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eMaterials Overview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: .25in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eStained Glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: .25in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eGlass Tiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: .25in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eUnglazed Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: .25in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eCeramic Tiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: .25in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eDishes and Crockery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eTools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; text-align: justify; text-indent: .5in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eNipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eScoring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eSubstrates and Backerboards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eIndoor and outdoor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003ePreparing the substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003ePatterns, Designs, Transfer Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eDirect vs Indirect Methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eAndamento\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003eWhat to avoid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eAdhesives Overview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eGrout and Sealants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; mso-add-space: auto; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eHanging and Display Options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;\" class=\"menu-item\"\u003eResources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Creative Arts Center","offers":[{"title":"6\/9-6\/30","offer_id":43657068642382,"sku":"263C340BMOTER-TU2","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/2474\/9134\/files\/pear.jpg?v=1779203383","url":"https:\/\/creativeartscenter.org\/products\/beginning-mosaics-3-day-workshop","provider":"Creative Arts Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}