Intensive Mosaic Workshop with Sonia King: Working in White
On the Greek Island of Paros   June 20-24, 2011     

Join Sonia for an intensive five day mosaic workshop on the sun-drenched island of Paros in Greece. Paros is famous for its beautiful white marble that the ancient Greeks carved into statues like the Venus de Milo. We’ll take our inspiration from this amazing material and work all in whites, tone on tone. This will be a rare opportunity to enhance your mosaic skills in an inspiring and stimulating environment.

Working in a monochrome palette will allow us to focus on cutting, opus, reflectivity, scale, texture, working direct in marble, glass and more. Technically, there will be extensive inquiry into cutting techniques, methods of laying and broadening your skill set. Most importantly, you'll leave the workshop with an elevated sense of what mosaic is about, a new way of thinking about your work and the knowledge to enable you to push to the next level. Some prior mosaic experience is recommended. Some materials will be supplied (in white). (An exact list of the supplied materials will be sent in advance to class participants so they can bring additional materials, or even additional colors, if they wish.)

There will be an optional side trip on one day, by ferry, to a near-by island to see ancient mosaics. Participants may choose to come along or to remain in the studio working. The atmosphere will be relaxed and there will be ample time for swimming and sunning on the beach steps away from our hotel.

The course fee includes:

* Get-acquainted dinner on the evening before the workshop begins.
* Class discussions and Individual instruction, structured to participant’s experience level and goals.
* Some materials, including Parian marble, and some supplies (bring your own hand tools)
* 6 nights in a lovely small hotel (including breakfast and a glass of wine in the evening)
* Transfer to and from the hotel from the Paros ferry or airport
* Closing night dinner

Not included:

* Transportation (airfares, ferries, taxis, etc.)
* Meals (other than breakfast at the hotel and the get-acquainted and closing dinners)
* An optional side trip with Sonia to visit another Greek island with ancient mosaics.

Space is limited so early registration is recommended. Cost is $1,975 US. Ten participants are required for the class to be held. Maximum class size is twelve – no exceptions. Deposit of $500 is required on booking and the class will fill on a first-come, first-in basis. Balance of the fee is due by March 1st, allowing ample time for buying air tickets. After March 1st, refunds will be given provided the opening is filled. (FYI, there is usually a wait list :-) Payment may be made by US $ checks, US $ wire transfer or PayPal. (PayPal incurs a small percentage transaction fee)

Direct inquiries to Sonia.
Include contact info (name, address, phone, e-mail). As the workshop approaches, recommended tool information, details about materials and advice about logistics will be sent.

See images from last year's workshop in Istanbul!

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