Glassy Eyed Mosaics...
...is an open and welcoming space for those who want to dig into the vast world of mosaics. We offer beginner classes and ongoing workshops in our Nashville studio where you can spark your creativity!
The maestros and maestras who shared their talents with me at workshops throughout Europe were patient and gracious, helping me discover talent I didn’t know I had or needed! These creative and gifted artists made me to want to share my love of mosaics when I returned to Nashville. As a guest at Glassy Eyed Mosaics your first piece will be a 10x10 framed mirror or photo frame while younger guests will have a choice of age-appropriate surfaces.
You’ll use various materials including tiles, broken pottery, beads, china, and many more items, all supplied for you, to design your unique piece of art. I’ll be with you throughout the process to explain, demonstrate, and encourage you as you complete your vision during the 3.5 hour introductory workshop. Should you want to dig deeper into the infinite possibilities of mosaics you’re invited to join me in the studio for ongoing (weekly, bi-weekly) workshops where you can choose your next project from numerous mosaic surfaces, also known as substrates. The Glassy Eyed Mosaic studio is stocked with many choices. I know once you join me you’ll be hooked as you explore this ancient, yet contemporary, art form.
The Joy of Workshops!
Although I no longer live in Europe, I'm fortunate to continue my mosaic education in the U.S. Since returning to Nashville I've traveled to Savannah, GA to work with Marzia Truant again to study color theory. Mireille Swinnen traveled from Belgium to Rochester, MN to teach her techniques for creating with smalti. I've taken a workshop in Chicago with Scottish artist Dugald (Dugie) MacInnes who brought beautiful Scottish slate and shale for his students to push their imagination. All this to say, I bring these amazing opportunities to you in the Glassy Eyed Mosaics studio and offer the same support and advice and guidance I've gained along my mosaic journey.
