One Day Abstract Slate Mosaic Workshop            £99

9.30am (kettle on at 9.00am!) - 3.30pm

 

Create your own unique pieces of abstract slate art to hang in your home or garden.  Unlike traditional mosaic work, you use the natural beauty of slate to create interesting and beautiful wall sculptures. Each piece of slate is totally unique in it's colouring and surface texture.  We have a range of slates sourced from all around the world, plus some gorgeous light grey slate studded with sparkling pyrite from mystical Tintagel in Cornwall.

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To compliment the slate we have a huge colour  range of Italian glass (Smalti), crystal, stones and other materials which will bring your wall sculptures to life and add a 'pop' of colour and flash of light. 

You can also add a touch of magic with a piece of Dichroic glass.  New for 2025 are pieces of pure silver, copper and brass to really make your work special (additional cost).

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Your day starts with a hot or cold drink whilst Jo describes what will happen during the workshop and shows you the wide range of materials available.  She will then demonstrate the whole process giving tips and tricks. You will then work on the first of two pieces you will make during the day. The backing board (with hanging fixings) will have been prepared in advance.  

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Jo will be on hand to help with design, cutting and general advice.  There will be wall hanging space so you can occasionally pop your work in progress up onto the wall to help decide on any changes or additions.  After lunch you will work on your second piece.  

 

For people who have been on one of these days, you will have the option to make one large piece (rather than the 2 smaller pieces) on another workshop.  Dates have  been set so there are two one day workshops within three days (eg at Friday and Sunday), so if you book on both days you can learn the process on the first day (achieving two small pieces) and make a larger piece on the second day.  If you wish to do this, please check availability for both dates in case one has become fully booked.  

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The modern studio is set in beautiful quiet countryside on the Norfolk / Suffolk border, where you can relax and enjoy this creative and unique experience.   It has air conditioning for extremes of weather during the winter and summer, plus large sliding doors for the more temperate days.

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The day is full of fun, yet also very absorbing. Absolutely no experience is required.  Your masterpieces will be ready to hang as soon as you get home and you will also receive a list of the materials used.

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Please note cancellation notice is a minimum of 1 calendar month.

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