In person courses
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Cape Town
Mosaic Art Retreat at my studio 12/18 November 2023 ( FULLY BOOKED )
Join the waiting list for 2024
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I will be in Germany Munchen in October 6, 7 and 8, 2023
3 Day course Mosaic and Beads on your own painting
at Caroline Jung her studio
FULLY BOOKED
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Courses in France in 2024.
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I will be in France La Ronde near La Rochelle at Marlene Touka her studio
From APRIL 1 to 5 in 2024
5 day Mosaic Course in 2 D substrates and bas relief in various techniques
Read more below under 2 d course and Seascapes.
Click here for PDF with more info
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Booking with Marlene marlene-mosaique@marais-creation.com
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I am coming to France in APRIL 25, 26 and 27 in 2024
3 Day course at Valerie Nicoladze her studio in Avignon France
Abstact mosaic with African elements and mosaic and beads on your own painting
booking with Valerie espritmosaique@free.fr
Ask for PDF with more info or read below
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€ 420
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Read more below about the content of the course and stroll down for images of previous courses
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3 Day course at Valerie Nicoladze her studio in Avignon France
II will be teaching two courses in three days at Valerie Nicoladze's studio in Avignon, France. Our first project will involve creating an abstract mosaic incorporating African beadwork, while our second project will involve painting, mosaic, and beadwork.
Even if you have no prior painting skills, I will guide you through the process to ensure that you have an enjoyable experience.
You can sign up with Valerie email espritmosaique@free.fr
Website Valerie https://www.espritmosaique.fr/contact
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5 day Mosaic Course in 2 D substrates and bas relief in various techniques
Read more about the course in the PDF above with all the information and price.
You can sign up with Marlene email marlene-mosaique@marais-creation.com
Website Marlene https://www.marais-creation.com/.
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I will be in Germany Munchen in October 6, 7 and 8, 2023
I will be teaching a three-day course at Caroline Jung her studio in Munchen Germany. During this course, we will work on one project that involves a larger and more in-depth exploration of the intuitive painting process, mosaic, and bead combination techniques. Even if you have no prior painting skills, I will guide you through the process to ensure that you have an enjoyable experience. The course is FULL
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If you have any questions about the content of the courses email me at karladuterloo@gmail.com and for the booking, please feel free to contact Valerie and Marlene directly.
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I am looking forward to meet many of you mosaic artists on one of the 2 courses.
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Stroll further down for more info about the course on beads and mosaic below.
Under: Mixed Media Mosaic with beads, glass and tessera and paint
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Online mosaic courses
Hosted by Mosaicartsonline and Createartsonline
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2D mosaic substrates for Mosaic and bead making.
For my interview and more course details follow this link :
https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/2d-mosaic-substrates-for-mosaic-and-bead-making
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Mosaic and beads on your underlying painting
For more info about the course and the interview click here:
https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/mosaic-and-beads-on-your-underlying-painting
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For my online painting tutorials please visit Creatartsonline and watch the PROMO video
Click here for The Bundle course
Click here for the Abstract-compositions-loosen-up-and-paint course
Click here for the Abstract-composition-and-collage-where-inspiration-comes-from course
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See below for description
Stroll down to end for all the content of the course .
Book me for an In person class.
If you're looking to invite a guest mosaic artist to your studio for a specific course, I'd be delighted to discuss more details with you. I have a particular preference for Europe but am open to collaborations and travel worldwide.
I can tailor or combine all of my courses based on the location and preferred dates, ensuring a unique and personalized experience for all participants. Additionally, I am fluent in both English and Dutch, though my German may be a bit rusty. Don't hesitate to contact me if you're interested in hosting a course with me as your guest mosaic artist.
Email me for more info on the courses.karladuterloo@gmail.com
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The following courses below I can come and teach on location abroad or in Cape Town
For bookings email me at karladuterloo@gmail.com
Mixed Media Mosaic with beads, glass and tessera and paint
Video tutorial or course on location
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A variety could be using only beads and buttons.
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https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/mosaic-and-beads-on-your-underlying-painting
Now as an online tutorial
Level: Mosaic artist with some experience in mosaic making welcome.
Course description
Combine various media in one mosaic work.
Making a mosaic on top of your own abstract painting in acrylics, using beads, glass and tessera.
Students will learn and understand
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How to find inspiration and design, creating a colourful abstract mixed media mosaic.
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Learn how to paint intuitive.
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Experience not being afraid of color.
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Making a mosaic on your own abstract painting in acrylics with stacked beads, glass and tessera.
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Using different materials in one mosaic creating texture and depth.
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Let go of too many rules and discover the therapeutic site of creating and how you feel relaxed, connected with yourself, let go, go with the flow and feel inspired.
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Above all have fun and learn new applications.
Duration The course will run for three days.
Price t.b.c.
Materials All the necessary tools and bead materials will be provided but if you wish you can bring your own mosaic materials or use the ones provided at the mosaic studio.
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So, come along and have fun while learning new applications.
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My traditional abstract mosaics incorporating African Beadwork
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All mosaic levels are invited and welcome
Course Description
In this course we learn how to incorporate traditional African beadwork/or your own unique ornaments and glass beads. We work with an endless color palette, in a non figurative way adding texture to make this abstract mosaic absolutely unique.
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Students will gain knowledge and proficiency in the following areas:
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Design and Inspiration: They will learn the art of designing, finding inspiration, and crafting vibrant abstract mosaics.
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Material Variety: Students will explore the use of diverse materials within a single mosaic, enabling them to create textures and depth in their artwork.
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Beads and Raised Elements: The course will teach them how to effectively incorporate beads and raised objects into their mosaic designs for added visual interest.
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Project Scale: Throughout the course, students will work on a 20 x 20 cm mosaic board, allowing them to apply their newfound skills on a practical scale.
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Grouting Techniques: They will also receive a comprehensive demonstration on grouting, an essential step in completing a mosaic project.
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Therapeutic Benefits: Beyond the technical aspects, students will discover the therapeutic aspects of mosaic-making. They will learn how this creative process can induce a sense of relaxation, help them disconnect from the world around them, and inspire their artistic expression.
Price t.b.c
Duration One day course .
Materials t.b.c. I will bring the African ornaments.
Location t.b.c
Mosaic with beads only and moderate raised elements and textures
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Mixed materials, beads, texture and moderate relief.
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All levels mosaic artists, artisans, as-well as painters welcome on the course
No drawing skills necessary.
Course description
In depth bead mosaic course where we go a step further and adding texture to the substrate
Theme: abstract bird-eye-view beaches, underwater world scenes, seascapes, landscapes and other arial view scenes.
This workshop will be a hands-on course where students learn through a combination of lecture, slideshow demonstration, experimenting, samples and product information.
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How to find a design for a bead mosaic inspired by arial - or satellite views.
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Learn how to see your surroundings with different eyes and translate what you see in abstract patterns and shapes.
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Learn how to paint arial view land- or seascapes.
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Using materials to raise specific parts creating a bas relief for mosaic application.
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Using texture and paint to add to the interest.
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Understand not to be afraid to mix different techniques and materials in one mosaic.
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Using beads in a unique way making it a contemporary bead mosaic art piece
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Discover the therapeutic site of working with beads, enjoy the relaxing site of creating and forget the world around you. Feel inspired and excited again.
Duration 2 or 3 days
Price t.b.c
Materials Materials are provided and inclusive in the course
Location t.b.c
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Collage in color or black&white
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All levels welcome. No drawing or painting skills needed. Advanced painters welcome.
Course description
Making a collage from your own abstract paintings in acrylics
Intuitive painting and let go of rules using acrylic paint, crayons and various markers.
A hands on course were we make a few abstract paintings and cut these up making collages.
Students will learn and understand
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Intuitive abstract painting
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Using your own painting in an unique way
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Learn not to be afraid of color.
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“ Let go ” and find your joy in the process and journey of painting.
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Appreciate the experience of making art and do not worry about failure.
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Arrange painted strips and coloured paper, to create a new artwork
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Let go of stress and discover the therapeutic site of intuitive painting, how you feel relaxed, connect with yourself, embrace “me-time’ and feel inspired.
Duration Day course
Price t.b.c.
Materials Inclusive tools and materials ( bring apron)
Abstract Bas-relief 2D course for mosaic application
Making a mixed media 2D and bas relief mosaic
Level: Students need some mosaic experience.
Course description
This will be hands-on courses where students learn through a combination of lecture, slideshow demonstration, experimenting, samples and product information different methods of creating a relief construction on a board for mosaic application.
Students will learn and understand
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To construct a 2D bas relief substrate.
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Students will gain an understanding of creating an interesting and challenging substrate, applying texture, levels and layers with various materials on a board.
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We also explore the option of using styrofoam as another 2 D method.
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Enjoy making mosaic on non flat substrates and be adventures.
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Duration 2 or 5 days A course tailor made : Depending how many 2D subtracts we like to experimenting with and how many days we have to explore this kind of base for mosaics. Ask me for further information .
Price t.b.c
Materials Could be all inclusive. Please bring own mosaic materials ( smalti or other) or buy at the studio.
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Making a mixed media art work
All levels Mosaic artist welcome.
Course description
Intuitive painting using acrylic paint, crayons and various markers.
A hands on course were we create an abstract paintings on a board, make some doodle marking and decorate with mosaic and beads.
Students will learn and understand
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Intuitive abstract painting keeping it simple as the painting serves as a background.
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Using your own painting in an unique way.
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Doodle with various markers in ink and paint.
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Decorate with mosaic and beads.
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Let go of stress and discover the therapeutic site of intuitive painting, how you feel relaxed, connect with yourself, embrace “me-time’ and feel inspired.
Duration 4 hours
Price t.b.c.
Materials Inclusive tools and materials ( bring apron)
ONLINE COURSE
2D Mosaic substrates for mosaic and beads
ONLINE VIDEO TUTORIAL also available at createartsonline.
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All levels welcome, some mosaic skills are a preference.
In this course you will make 3 different types of 2D substrates for mosaic application. Samples that could easily end up as interesting artworks on its own.
There will be a demo by me in this tutorial of how to then mosaic one of the 3 elements.
Course description
In this course I teach you, in Part 1, step by step how to make 2D substrates out of cement adhesive on different supporting materials.
We focus on making samples in these different techniques.
You can either paint the substrate, mosaic or do both. Part 2
Students will learn and understand
Students learn by experimenting and playing with the cement.
Students will be able to understand the process involved for making the substrate and will get the feeling of how the material works for them.
Students can apply this technique then easily in future mosaic projects.
Students will move seamlessly into working on a bigger scale project.
Furthermore students will work with various mosaic and non mosaic materials.
Students find out how to incorporate and attache these materials into the cement adhesive.
This course is for you if:
If you like to explore new substrates options for your mosaic.
If you are keen to experiment with different materials in this case cement adhesive.
When you find joy in learning new skills.
When you occasionally would like to move away from traditional flat surface.
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Course impressions
Impression of the course at espritmosaique with host Valerie Nicoladze in Avignon France 2022
A 3 day course
This Gouda course is a paint and beads only, no mosaic tessera.
Course @Kirsten Kramer 2023
