Whether you’re a curious beginner, serious hobbyist or accomplished professional, experience why mosaic art lovers of all skill levels continue to return for these fabulous 4-day retreats! Your creative side will flourish in this inspiring environment!
With over 50 years of combined mosaic-making and teaching experience, Donnell and Fred’s workshops and style of teaching are well known for being relaxing and fun as well as educational, encouraging and motivating. They will patiently guide you through the entire process, through interactive group discussions and demonstrations and plenty of one-on-one instruction.
The workshop takes place in the spacious Crafts Lodge that features a whimsical floor-to-ceiling mosaic fireplace and well-lighted work spaces with surrounding forest and coastal views.
What makes this retreat so unique?
Beautiful Location! Cambria is located midway between LA and SF along scenic Highway 1. Camp is situated on a 13-acre Monterey pine forest with spectacular ocean views and sunsets. Deer and other wildlife freely roam the property.
Excellent Value! Price includes mosaic instruction, lodging, plus 9 delicious meals!! Camp can also accommodate special nutritional needs (gluten free, lactose intolerance, etc). Just let us know when you register.
Instruction: Benefit from the knowledge of two experienced instructors.
Large variety of materials: Interesting and colorful tile, stained glass, china, pebbles, shells and much more are provided. You are also encouraged to bring any of your own materials to use or share.
Individual projects: Select a project from the list (click here) of handmade, one-of kind forms or with the instructors’ approval you may bring your own and finish it in the mosaic style and tesserae that you prefer.
Flexible work schedule: Participants are free to work at their own pace, starting as early and working as late as they wish.
Mosaic Tour: Enjoy a special walking tour of the many mosaic art installations as well as other fabulous artwork and points of interest found throughout Camp.
You will learn such things as:
Basic mosaic design ideas and approaches that spark creativity.
Safety practices and proper use of tools to cut tile, china, glass, stone, etc.
Overcoming the fear of using a wet tile saw and other essential power tools commonly used in mosaics.
All about the best adhesives to use for indoor and outdoor mosaics.
Proper grouting techniques to get professional results and how to choose the right color.
Eco-friendly mosaic-making ideas to recycle, save water and save money!
And much more!
Note: Several weeks prior to the workshop, registered participants will receive an informative email to help them prepare for an enjoyable and successful weekend!
Info: Fred and Donnell 805.440.3054 Camp Ocean Pines 805.927.0254
$745 Includes: Instruction, 4 days/3 nights lodging in dorm-style cabins and 9 meals.
$655 Includes: Instruction, no lodging and 9 meals.
A non-refundable deposit of $150 is required and the balance is due at least 30 days prior to the workshop. No refunds are available 30 days prior to the workshop.