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No Stained Glass Boot Camp Classes until Fall


Introduction to Exterior Mosaics in Glass
with Bonnie Fitzgerald


3-Day Workshop Developed Especially for Anything Stained Glass!
August 1st  10am - 5pm
August 2nd  10am - 5pm
August 3rd  10am - 12pm
$350
$50 Supply Fee collected during class

This workshop is essential for anyone interested in creating mosaics for outside applications and gardens. Using stained glass, we will cover how to put mosaics together for permanent outdoor use (surviving freeze/thaw). There is so much to learn when making mosaics for outside, and the suggested projects perfectly balance creativity and technical challenges. The projects have our workshop time frame in mind. You will learn to mix thin-set mortar and tons for tricks to work with this all-important exterior-rated adhesive.

There are 2 project suggestions:

Mosaic House Number or Small Wall hanging: The instructor provides the appropriate exterior-rated substrate and hanging hardware.

Mosaic Stepping Stone: This is a great project as the first exterior mosaic artwork. Students provide own stepping stone (Home Depot, Lowes) A separate supply fee of $50 includes includes substrate, with hanging system (a lightweight exterior rated substrate), 12 x 12 or 11x14, or thereabouts, thin-set mortar adhesive, and grout. If students bring their stepping stone, the supply fee is reduced by $5.

Students are responsible for bringing their own glass. AISG store will be open throughout workshop hours and included in the workshop fee is access to AISG scrap glass. Last but not least, students provide their own stained glass cutting tools and mosaic wheel nipper (all are available from AISG).

Stained glass cutting experience required, previous mosaic experience helpful but not required.

About the Instructor:
Bonnie Fitzgerald is known for creating beautiful art and unique learning experiences. Helping students discover their own personal artistic voice through mosaic art is a driving purpose. She is the author of two best-selling books, “Guide to Mosaic Techniques” and “300+ Mosaic Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets”. Her Make it Mosaics YouTube Channel boasts nearly 38,000 subscribers.  To view Bonnie’s portfolio with many glass mosaic examples please visit www.maverickmosaics.com
 

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Dimensional Mosaics
with Bonnie Fitzgerald


4-Day Workshop Developed Especially for Anything Stained Glass!
Thursday, October 2nd  10am - 5pm
Friday, October 3rd 10am - 5pm
Saturday, October 4th  10am - 5pm
Sunday, October 5th  10am - 12pm

$440
$60 Supply Fee collected during class

In this workshop, you will learn how to transform a photograph, painting, or drawing of your choice into a stunning dimensional glass mosaic. Discover how to capture perspective by incorporating varying substrate heights, allowing you to experience a favorite image in a fresh and exciting way. We will explore creating sculptural elements using Apoxie Sculpt and other unconventional materials. You will also learn about pattern making and will cut and assemble your substrate layers using appropriate tools.

. A separate supply fee of $60 includes lightweight substrates of various thicknesses, Apoxie Sculpt adhesive, thin-set mortar, grout, power tool use and various other glass materials including filati, vitrograph, and glass rods. The finished artwork will be in the range of 12" x 10". Students provide their own stained glass and WeldBond adhesive.

The instructor will work with you IN ADVANCE to make a photo selection and will scale your image to the desired size. Students MUST submit a photo to the instructor one week in advance to allow time for sizing.

Students are responsible for bringing their own glass. AISG store will be open throughout workshop hours and included in the workshop fee is access to AISG scrap glass. Last but not least, students provide their own stained glass cutting tools and mosaic wheel nipper (all are available from AISG).

Stained glass cutting experience required, previous mosaic experience is strongly recommended.

About the Instructor:
Bonnie Fitzgerald is known for creating beautiful art and unique learning experiences. Helping students discover their own personal artistic voice through mosaic art is a driving purpose. She is the author of two best-selling books, “Guide to Mosaic Techniques” and “300+ Mosaic Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets”. Her Make it Mosaics YouTube Channel boasts nearly 38,000 subscribers.  To view Bonnie’s portfolio with many glass mosaic examples please visit www.maverickmosaics.com
 

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