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Tools and Techniques for Mosaics
Instructor: Rachel Rodi
The next step — go further with your tools, materials and setting.
This class is a great follow up to Mosaic 101 or Exterior Applications for Mosaic, or any beginning class.
Through a series of lectures, demonstrations and exercises, students will deepen their mosaic skills and proficiency.
Specialty cutting techniques such as carving and honing, precision cutting and refinement of shapes are covered using low-fire ceramic tile, giving a broader understanding of how each tool can be used for desired effects.
Tools include: sidebiter and rotary nippers, micro-cutters, strip cutters, scoring and breaking tools, honing and marking tools, Starrett nippers, and Platinum nippers.
Texture, flow (andamento) and use of color and shape will be addressed, as well as how to get the most out of your materials — whatever they are.
A variety of different setting techniques will be presented and students will create a project that highlights each technique to better understand their setting methods.
Students will take home several medium sized projects and will grout at home.
"This class really helped me move to the next level with my understanding of mosaic setting and tool use. Thank you for offering a follow up to Mosaic 101!" — Tools and Techniques Student
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