Three Rivers Art Glass
Cricket Mosaics
Slate / Thinset Project
$50
Instructor: Lisa
This is a Guided Studio project and can be completed in one session (2 hours). The session can be booked for any Monday evening that Guided Studio is offered.
For this project, we will explore a different kind of mosaic making using thinset mortar, rather than adhesive and grout.
This type of mosaic-making allows for better use of natural materials, such as stone and wood, as well as for various found objects. These things, mixed with art glass, will allow you to make a more dimensional statement piece that will pop with color.
As always, we will have plenty of bucket glass to use, but you should also plan on bringing items that you may want to permanently incorporate into your finished art. I suggest a limited number of found objects and natural materials, as they are used more as focal points.
Each student will be provided with the tools, thinset mortar, and a blank 6” x 9” piece of natural slate to work on.
The following items are to be supplied by each Student
Goggles or eye protection. I always suggest wearing goggles during cutting/nipping and when using the grinder.. There is always a chance of flying glass! If you wear glasses on a regular basis, you won’t need goggles. If you don’t have any, I will have a few extra pairs to share.
Closed-toe shoes. Glass shards and bare feet don’t mix!
These items will be supplied by Cricket Mosaics and Three Rivers Art Glass (included in the class price):
Glass cutting tools. Nippers, grozing pliers, running pliers, hand files, and glass cutters are all available for your use during the class. A grinder is also available in the studio..
Stained glass. I have a large variety of broken pieces of glass, as well as some full sheets. If there is something you KNOW you will want, I may be able to get specific colors, etc.
Adhesives. Everyone will have their own!
Grout. There will be a light-colored neutral grout and a dark-colored neutral grout to choose from.
Grouting tools. Rags, sponges, all you’ll need!
Instruction and guidance. I will be there with you every step of the way!