Regular Mosaic Classes offered by Carol

I offer regular classes at three different venues each week, (also a fortnighly Saturday class) and these are suitable from beginners to more advanced students. Mitcham Red Shed at the Mitcham Cultural Village, Princes Rd, Mitcham is on Monday mornings, 9.30am until 12 noon. Lesson cost $25. Central location for Adelaide residents. Beginners welcome.

Thursday mornings, my class is held at Jane Silk studios, Mitchell Rd, Chandlers Hill. 10am until 12.30pm Cost $25 per lesson. Beautiful relaxed environment, creative, informative and fun class.

Friday afternoons are held at Aldinga Community Shed, Butterworth Rd, Aldinga Beach. 1pm until 3.30 pm Cost $20 Beginners are most welcome, fantastic facilities, fun and informative.

Saturdays @ Carol’s. Every second Saturday afternoon 1.30pm until 4pm. Cost $25 per lesson. Limited numbers. If booked out, I am offering a morning class if enough interest. Next class Sat 11th July 2020, then subsequent fortnightly Saturdays.

PLEASE EMAIL ME TO ENQUIRE, AND BOOK FOR ONE OF THESE CLASSES.

VINTAGE CHINA/SMALTI LEAF WITH DRIFTWOOD WORKSHOP RESCHEDULE DATE

Hello all, as we emerge out of Covid-19 lockdown and restrictions ease, we are going ahead with a rescheduled date of the above workshop. Originally this workshop was on Sunday March 22nd, but the NEW date is now SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2020. For attendees booked in, please arrive at 9.45 am at the Aldinga Community Shed, Butterworth Road, Aldinga Beach, SA. Workshop ends at 4pm. Please bring your twin wheel glass cutters, tile cutters, tweezers, a palette knife, your lunch, and if you have some special china you would like to use please bring that along. Morning and afternoon tea are supplied. Balance to be paid beforehand or cash on the day $110. Smalti can be purchased from Mosaic Bazaar at the workshop on the day, and EFTPOS is available for this. Please email me for any questions or queries. [email protected]

Covid 19 Update

Hello all. Well, its been a strange and sad world over the last few months, and, due to government restrictions, all of my usual weekly classes also my workshops have been postponed until further notice. Recently (as of 11th May) there is Phase 1 of opening up Australia again, and I am now able to re-start one of my weekly classes at Chandlers Hill, on Thursday mornings, 10am until 12.30pm. Cost is $25 per lesson, plus your project. Class is limited to only 6 students, and bookings essential. Please contact me to book. New students welcome! My other classes usually held at Aldinga and Mitcham Community Sheds are still on hold until I have the green light to start again. Check back in here at a later date for an update. As for my workshops, they have also been postponed until I am able to conduct them safely. This will wholely depend on government restrictions, border closures and health guidelines. So, again, check back in for updates. Stay safe and health everyone, and happy mosaicking :)

DRIFTWOOD AND SMALTI WORKSHOPS, SORRENTO, VICTORIA, APRIL 2020 *** Postponed until further notice, due to Covid19 restrictions***

Two workshops will be offered by myself at Sorrento Community Centre, Sorrento, Victoria on the following dates:

TWO DAY WORKSHOP Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April, 2020 This workshop will be an introduction to Smalti and to also working with Smalti in combination with Driftwood. 2 days from 10am until 4pm. This includes driftwood, substrate, use of adhesives, tools etc and also morning and afternoon tea. SMALTI EXTRA AND MUST BE PRE PURCHASED. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of Smalti production, a short history, and will create a smalti, piece as well as two other pieces, using driftwood throughout the 2 days. COST $300 A $50 deposit via bank transfer is payable upon booking to secure your place.

ONE DAY WORKSHOP MONDAY 27TH APRIL 2020

This will be a condensed version of the 2 day workshop, for people that prefer just one day, or also may miss out on booking for the 2 day workshop. 10am until 4pm Included, as above. Smalti not included and must be pre purchased. COST $150 A $50 deposit is payable upon booking to secure your place.

PLEASE CONTACT ME TO BOOK

CHILDREN'S SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN MOSAIC CLASS SATURDAY JANUARY 11TH 2020

A fun afternoon class for children, aged 8 - 13, to create their own colourful mosaic to take home. School holiday activity full of creativity and colour! Cost is only $25 for the class. 1pm until 3pm at Carol’s home studio, south of Adelaide SA. Great activity to keep the kids busy in the school holidays. Carol has the relevant clearances for working with children. Please contact me to book. ONLY 6 places available.

Casual Saturday's @ Carol's Mosaic Classes

Casual mosaic class at Carol’s home studio from 1pm until 3.30pm, offered to all levels of experience. Mosaic supplies available, or bring your own. Cost of lesson $25. Small classes, maximum 5 students.

2020 CLASSES WILL BE FORTNIGHTLY UNLESS STIPULATED.

SATURDAY 4TH JANUARY

SATURDAY 18TH JANUARY

SATURDAY 1ST FEBRUARY

SATURDAY 15TH FEBRUARY

SATURDAY 7TH MARCH

SATURDAY 21ST MARCH

SATURDAY 4TH APRIL

SATURDAY 18TH APRIL

SATURDAY 2ND MAY

SATURDAY 16TH MAY

Smalti and Vintage China Leaf on Driftwood Workshop Sunday 22nd March 2020

I am offering a very unique Smalti workshop this coming March. Teaming up with my friend, Beate from Mosaic Bazaar, whom will be selling Orsoni Smalti and Morrasutti Eco Smalti direct from her travelling Orsoni Library! Students will each be supplied with a leaf cut out which has driftwood attached, then Smalti and the option of Vintage China will be attached to the leaf. Each leaf construction will be hand made by myself and each one will be unique. Limited numbers to 10 students, book quickly as already filling up. You will be supplied the leaf/driftwood, and some china will be available. But if you have a preference, or your own to bring along, please do so. On the day, you will be required to purchase your smalti from Mosaic Bazaar, and there will be a huge range to choose from. Such a unique opportunity. Also please bring along a palatte knife, Twin Wheel Glass Cutters, tweezers and your lunch. Morning and afternoon tea will be supplied. COST $150 (a $40 deposit is required to secure your place) Please contact me to book. ONE PLACE AVAILABLE AS AT 1ST DECEMBER.

CAROL'S MOSAICS @ BLESSED CHEESE, McLAREN VALE 9TH NOV 2019 -31ST JANUARY 2020

I am showcasing my mosaics at the lovely cafe, Blessed Cheese, Main Street, McLaren Vale, South Australia, from Saturday 9th November 2019. My mosaics will be exhibited and for sale at this lovely cafe for 3 months.

MEET AND GREET CAROL!

Sunday 10th November and Sunday 17th November, I will be at the cafe betweem 12pm and 3 pm for a meet and greet/chat. Buy yourself a coffee or a wine, or even lunch and enjoy my mosaics and say hello.

The cafe is open 7 days a week.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Casual Saturday's @ Carol's Mosaic classes

Dates for October and November 2019

Saturday 12th October

Saturday 26th October

Saturday 16th November

Saturday 30th November

Saturday 14th December

Saturday 4th January 2020

Saturday 18th January 2020

This class is for all levels of students, small classes, held at my home studio 1pm until 3.30 pm. Cost $25 per lesson, plus materials. Please contact me to book!

Casual Saturday Mosaics @ Carol's Dates for September 2019

I offer a casual Saturday afternoon class twice a month at my home studio especially convenient for people whom work Mon to Friday. Class starts at 1 pm until 3.30 pm Cost is $25. Perfect for beginners! Relaxed, informative and fun class. I can supply beginners materials for their first project for a cost of $30. Please contact me to book!

SEPTEMBER 2019 DATES:

Saturday 14th

Saturday 28th

Casual Saturday Mosaics at Carol's!

DATES FOR JULY/AUGUST 2019

1pm until 3.30pm Cost $25 per class.

Enjoy mosaics in my home studio, creative surrounds, great for full time workers whom need some ‘me’ time!

Saturday 13th July

Saturday 27th July

Saturday 10th August

Saturday 24th August

PLEASE CONTACT ME TO BOOK

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE!

Yes, I offer Gift Vouchers, to any value. Great gift for a family member or friend, redeemable for lessons, workshops, mosaic supplies, or mosaic art by Carol . Please contact me to purchase!

House Numbers! Commissions available AND blank number cut outs available!

House number commissions available in up to 2 numbers. I use the highest quality materials and unique driftwood as a backing. I can also supply waterproof and lightweight number cut outs, with hanger attached to mosaic yourself and hang at your home! ( driftwood not supplied) Height approx 28cm.

Costs for commissions are:

I number $170

2 numbers $250

Blank numbers 28cm high $15 each

Will post within Australia

NEW!! Weekly Classes with Carol

I am offering TWO new weekly classes in the Adelaide, South Australia area. Ideal for both beginners and more experienced mosaic enthusiasts, these classes will focus on the therapeutic aspect of mosaics, with Carol conducting the class in a fun, friendly and supportive manner. With 11 years of teaching experience, Carol always aims to share her knowledge and experience, and to also encourage creativity in every student, with gentle encouragement. Carol will focus on many techniques/subjects within the classes and is flexible in her teaching. Classes are as follows:

Monday mornings @ Mitcham Community Shed (mezzanine level) at the Mitcham Cultural Village, Princes Rd, Mitcham 10am until 12 noon. Cost $30 per lesson A great central location in the city, and a lovely venue. Starting Monday 17th June, 2019

Thursday Mornings @ Jane Silk Studio, Mitchell Rd, Chandlers Hill . 10 am until 12.30 pm Cost $25 per lesson. Enjoy Jane’s beautiful property overlooking the valley, and her fabulous studio. Beginners most welcome, and more experienced mosaic enthusiasts. Starting Thursday 6th June, 2019

• If you are a beginner, Carol can supply a kit, which includes all materials for your first project, at a cost of $30. Other students, BYO your project. Tools/equipment and some supplies will be available at the class.

PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL TO BOOK EITHER CLASS :)

Saturday Mosaic class at Carol's!

Twice a month, from Saturday 8th June 2019, I am conducting a mosaic class at my home studio, south of Adelaide. This class is from 1pm until 3.30 pm, cost is $25 per lesson. This class is ideally aimed at beginners, but am happy to work with people already with some experience. Lovely, relaxed environment, where you will learn many aspects of mosaics, including tools, materials, adhesives and various techniques. Small class, with plenty of one on one tuition. Dates will be posted HERE each month.

Dates for June/July 2019

Saturday 8th June

Saturday 29th June

Saturday 13th July

Saturday 27th July

Please contact me to book!

Aldinga Bay Arts Community Exhibition 9th - 11th May 2019

Aldinga Bay Arts Community will be conducting an exhibition at Seaford Shopping Centre, Commercial Rd, Seaford, South Australia on Thursday 9th May through to Saturday 11th May, just in time for Mothers Day. There will be a number of local artists exhibiting, including 4 mosaic artists, including myself. If you are in the area, please come along to this excellent arts exhibition.

Glass Fusion Workshop Sunday 14th July, 2019 at Aldinga Community Shed

I will be offering participants an opportunity to learn how to create glass fusions for inclusion in your mosaics. This workshop will be held at Aldinga Community Shed, where we have ideal facilities for a workshop like this, and we also have a large kiln available. This class has limited numbers, and you MUST be experienced in glass cutting and also have your own glass cutting tools to bring along. You will learn about types of fusing glasses etc, how to create a fusion, and the basics of the fusing process. Cost of workshop is $160, which includes glass. There will be a limit for each student in the amount of fusions created, but not on what you create!
Non refundable deposit of $40 required upon booking.
BYO lunch. Tea/Coffee etc included
BYO glass tools
Please contact me to book :)

Mosaic Bazaar: Official Distributor of Orsoni Smalti in Australia

My dear friend, Beate Linckelmann, from Bridgewater, South Australia, is the official distributor of Orsoni Smalti in Australia. She has an extensive range of Smalti, including coloured 24K Gold Smalti, and also other mosaic supplies, including tools, pigments, adhesive etc. Excellent, efficient, and friendly service, and the highest quality material available. Please take a look at her website and her fantastic range!

www.mosaicbazaar.com.au

Triptych Workshop, using Smalti, Texture techniques and Pigment Sunday 11th August 2019

*** THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULLY BOOKED ***

My friend, Beate Linckelmann, from Mosaic Bazaar, and I will again be teaming up to offer this workshop at Aldinga Community Shed, Aldinga Beach, South Australia, Sunday, August 11th 2019. During this workshop, you will be creating a tryptich (3 pieces) using Smalti, Glass Fusions, Millefiori and a textural background, using various colour pigments. You will be able to create 3 matching pieces or 3 that are completely different. Pigments, glass fusions, Millefiori and 3 boards will be supplied. Beate will also have extra pigments to purchase on the day, as well, she will have her travelling Orsoni Smalti library, so you are able to purchase your choice of Smalti to add into your mosaics. The class is from 10am until 4pm. Cost is $150. A deposit of $40 is required to secure your place, balance payable in cash on the day. BYO lunch. Morning and afternoon tea are supplied. You are required to bring twin wheel glass cutters, a small towel to rest your mosaic on, tweezers, and a palette knife.

This day will give you an opportunity to create as you go, learn some new techniques using pigments, feel a sense of satisfaction at the end of the day, whilst enjoying the class in a relaxed, fun, therapeutic, friendly environment. Please contact me to book.

Fun, Frivolous Fishy Workshop, Saturday 4th May 2019

This fun, enjoyable day held at my home studio, offers students and opportunity to create “on the spot”. It challenges the student to bring out their creative side and to feel a sense of satisfaction at the end of the day. The art therapy aspect of this workshop is my main focus, so students enjoy a relaxed environment, a small group, and plenty of fun! I supply 3 fishies each student, and an array of materials to use to create your pieces, including hand made glass fusions, millefiori, smalti beads and other lovely materials. You will need to bring a palette knife, glass wheel cutters if you have some, and also your lunch. Tea/coffee supplied. Cost is $130 for the day. A $40 deposit is required to secure you place. Please contact me to book.