Are you intrigued about mosaics but not sure where to start?
Learn the original Italian mosaic technique with hammer and hardie. It's fun, engaging and quite meditative! You’ll be working not only with your hands but with your mind too. Learn the sound of cut marble. Get into the flow. Create something unique! You don't need previous experience in mosaic or drawing.
Do you want to feel the weight of the hammer and experience cutting marble without any commitment? Book a trial class for €40.
Do you want to work on a mosaic project from start to finish?
The Roman technique beginners classes cover:
correct posture and hammer handling
classic mosaic materials and their properties (natural stone, marble)
cutting basic shapes and tesserae shaping methods on the wood stump
andamenti (the direction of tesserae) and its importance in the composition
fuga (mosaic spacing) and the harmony
mixing and using cement based adhesive for direct method
the result will be a marble bird mosaic of 14x14 cm with a DIY concrete frame 20x20 cm
This project takes app. 8 classes (16 hours)
Level: beginner
Price: €40 per class
Duration: 2 hours per class
Schedule: get in touch for availability
Location: Lola Luid, Derkinderenstraat 44, 1062 BJ, Amsterdam
You can buy 5 classes (10 hours) for a discounted total of €190, or 8 classes (16 hours) for a total of €300.
Would you like to work on your own design? Let's chat and see how to best accommodate your idea. Do you have previous knowledge of mosaic and would like to focus on a specific aspect or technique? Any other questions?
Please get in touch: aga@auroramosaics.com or +31628580668
*Limited spaces, please check availability.
*Materials and tools: use of mosaic tools, wooden/cement base, DIY Cement frame, glue and marble are included. Smalti (handmade Italian glass) can be provided at an additional cost.