Across 3 days, students will develop a personal mosaic piece while experiencing a series of gentle creative prompts and mindful making exercises. We will work with colour, texture, pattern and simple design methods to help participants connect with their creativity in a spacious, supportive environment.
The course includes:
By the end of the course, each participant will complete a mosaic piece that feels personal and meaningful, created through a process that prioritises wellbeing and enjoyment.
Mindful Making week is an opportunity to immerse yourself in your chosen craft and discover the simple pleasure of making, giving yourself time and space to slow down and focus on learning or improving your skills. There will be several courses running in parallel this week where you can discover what else is happening in other studios plus a session of short, inspirational talks by tutors on Tuesday evening starting at 5.30pm – 6.30pm. There will be the opportunity to join a sound bowl session during the week.
H&S:
Full guidance will be given on safe tool use, cutting techniques, adhesives and grouting. Protective eyewear will be provided.
This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with experience. The emphasis is on process and exploration.
Arrival day - first date of course
Residential students can arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 6.45pm for registration
Student welcome, followed by dinner: 6.45pm (dinner included)
Teaching session: 8pm-9pm (attendance is essential)
Daily timetable
Course teaching: 9.15am-5pm
Morning session: 9.15am-12.45pm including coffee/tea break
Lunch break: 12.45pm-2pm (lunch included)
Afternoon session: 2pm-5pm including coffee/tea break
Teaching finishes: 5pm
Evening working: students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with permission from the tutor and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed.
Departure day - last date of course
Course teaching: 9.15am-3pm (lunch included)
Teaching finishes: 3pm
Residential students will need to check out of rooms by 10am.
Please note, the tutor may make slight variations to the daily timetable as required.
Julie Norburn is an established tutor with 25 years’ experience working with mosaic. It was through her painting and interest in colour and pattern, that moved her towards mosaic in the late 1980s. As a freelancer and with Art4Space, Julie has created work for numerous schools, housing estates, community centres and hospitals using ceramic and mosaic.
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
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