mosaic classes // with helen bodycomb

Helen Bodycomb is one of Australia's foremost teachers and contemporary practitioners of Mosaic, with post graduate qualifications in fine art and training in Australia and Italy (Spilimbergo). A full time Mosaicist for 17 years, Helen is regarded as an authority on the contemporary application of this ancient medium, teaching in Australia and the USA (Society of American Mosaic Artists conferences and The Chicago Mosaic School, in 2008 and 2010.)
Helen's studio is in the beautiful central Victorian goldfields town of Castlemaine; a vibrant regional arts centre an easy 1.5 hour drive or train ride from Melbourne. Her spacious and well equipped studio with an excellent mosaic library is located within the inspiring Lot 19 Artists' Collective.

Helen has scheduled 3 new workshops only for early-mid 2011, as she will be working and travelling overseas later in the year. Registration forms for these classes may be obtained by emailing Helen on helen@hbmosaics.com.

Course fees include GST, studio tuition, class notes, gourmet lunch and wine/tea/coffee both days, use of tools, adhesives and grout. Strictly 8 people per class.

MOSAIC TABLES

Sat 19/Sun 20 March 2011
9.30 - 4 pm

An ever popular and practical application for mosaic, table tops whether large or small, indoor or outdoor are always great. Round or square, old or new, come and have fun with a project that we'll try to have at least half-completed this weekend.

UNDERSTANDING ANDAMENTO

Sat 7/Sun 8 May 2011
9.30-4pm

Andamento, or the directional flow of tesserae in mosaic is arguably the most critical consideration when making mosaic. We will explore different types of andamento in depth, with all materials supplied by Helen. Suitable for experienced mosaicists or beginners interested in the origins of this ancient medium.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Sat 18/Sun 19 June 2011
9.30-4pm

Unfinished Business is a weekend workshop to wrap-up your incomplete mosaic projects. Maybe you struck a bit that was just too hard, or an error you just couldn't face pulling out stopped you in your tracks. Come for a bit of serious mosaic medicine, enjoy some serious collaboration and go home happy – and finished.

Comments from previous students

“A great course – good food and good fun – thanks”
“Had a thoroughly great time”
“Very enjoyable, very inspiring and informative”
“Helen’s relaxed attitude was very encouraging in allowing freedom to work at your own pace and style, yet she was always available for her guidance and tuition”
“Yes, had a wonderful time, Helen’s patience and explanations were very clear”