Pebble Mosaics
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Sat 18 Nov1 day, Sat 10:00 AM - Sat 4:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland. John Botica
Replacing 16 September course
- $147.00 incl. GST
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Description
Learn how to create gorgeous pebble mosaics through the precast indirect reverse method. You will be given wooden moulds to create your work, placing your pebbles into a sand bed, then grouting and pouring a concrete aggregate on top. Once you understand this method, you will be able to reproduce your own pebbled slabs at home using your own designs. All materials ($55) are included in this course fee.
What you'll make
Your own self-made beautiful pebble slab which could be used as an outdoor artwork or embedded into the lawn or garden as a statement piece.
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this course you will:
- Know how to create and construct your own personal mosaic slab
- Have learnt the reverse technique, or indirect method, of creating pebble mosaics
Who should attend?
Those wanting to learn the reverse technique (this technique can be adapted for ceramic mosaic slabs). Those wanting to create a beautiful piece of garden art. Mosaicists looking to extend their skills.
What to bring
Your lunch. Optional: apron to protect your clothes. Rubber gloves.
About John Botica
Hailing from Serbia, John caught the pebble mosaic bug upon receiving a book about this ancient art. As an accomplished ceramic mosaicist, John was intrigued by the possibilities of natural pebbles. John has been involved in many private and public commission and has been awarded the honour of being named as the creator of one of the world's top 100 contemporary mosaic works by Mosaic Art Now, a leading specialist publication.
Testimonials
Hi Anne, I LOVED my course with John! It was something I’ve always wanted to do and I shall continue to do. Hopefully I’ve remembered all the steps. Something I was meant to add to my comment form was it would’ve been really useful to have a written step by step guide of the materials and method (like following a recipe). Then I could have it for future reference. {actioned! SCE}. Anyway here is my final tile unveiled this morning. Tell John, he was an excellent tutor and if he needs an assistant on his projects let me know! I love his passion, his story and of course his work. Marie 2018
