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Date/Time
Saturday, June 6, 2026 - Sunday, June 7, 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
In this meditative and fun class, you will be working with a wide variety of glass tiles, glass gems, stained glass, mirror, and ceramic tiles to create a 16” mosaic mandala. You will become immersed in the symmetry and flow of this circular form as the creating becomes a form of meditation.
Saturday, June 6 – 10:00AM to 5:00PM
On day one, we’ll discuss color theory and selection of color palette. Then we’ll go over design possibilities and you’ll see samples of how to incorporate materials into a visually appealing piece using a variety of textures, sizes, and shapes. Glass cutting skills will be taught. You’ll learn how to use sticky mesh for laying out your design, and how and why to use Wedi board as a substrate.
Sunday, June 7 – 10:00AM to 2:00PM
On day two, you will complete the design of your mandala, mix thinset mortar to set your piece on the wedi board and then mix, color, and apply your grout. Using waterproof wedi board and high fired clay tiles will allow you to display your mandala outside. At the end of day two your project will be complete and ready to hang.
Marsha Rafter has a BFA in ceramics and has been working with clay for over forty five years. She began creating mosaics in 2004 and her mosaic art includes large scale architectural murals, gallery pieces, sculptures, and jewelry. Her class combines her knowledge of clay processes, her expertise in color and design as well as her skills over twenty one years of mosaic making including workshops with over thirty contemporary mosaic artists. You can view her work at www.MarshaRafter.com.
No art experience necessary.
Fee: $395.00
Includes $120.00 Materials Fee
$10.00 Early Bird Discount – If Registered 2 Weeks Prior to Event
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations are accepted up to 1 week prior to event. A $25.00 cancellation fee will apply, and will be deducted from your refund. No cancellations are accepted less than 1 week prior to event.
We accept check payments via mail, and Zelle payments through the email: Ellen@ArtRetreats.com.
If you do not wish to register online, please send your registration payment to:
Ellen Speert | 1905 Crest Dr. Encinitas, CA 92024.
Please include your email address and phone number to receive your confirmation.
