CMS Spring 2015 - Chicago Mosaic School

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Spring/Summer 2015
Classes & Workshops
Celebrating 10 years • 2005-2015
Since it was founded in early 2005, The Chicago Mosaic School has become the center of education for
Mosaic Arts in the United States. As the first and only school of its kind, CMS provides opportunities for
artists interested in the serious study with an academic, materially-oriented approach to art education
in the World Master tradition. CMS gives artists, teachers, and enthusiasts a place to explore all facets
of mosaics—from classical reproduction to contemporary abstraction. CMS hosts some of the worlds
most inﬂuential mosaic instructors. The school is committed to providing an inspirational and creative
environment within our wonderful 7500+ square arts facility which houses classrooms, artist studios, library
and conference room, student lounge and The Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics. The Chicago Mosaic School
serves as an educational source for lectures, tours, demonstrations and presentations from local, national
and international artists. We invite you into a thriving creative community that can offer you a mosaic art
education like nowhere else in the world.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
CMS is active in bringing the art form of mosaic into schools, community centers, public parks, and
playgrounds throughout Chicago and the surrounding areas. CMS preserves and promotes mosaic art
through school programs, like After School Matters, community partnerships, and teacher training programs.
Our trained instructors are uniquely experienced in working with diverse populations of all ages. The
Chicago Mosaic School has built relationships with art schools and universities like Columbia College,
Northeastern University and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In 2012, CMS partnered with the
Art Institute of Chicago to create a video about the ancient mosaic making process and art techniques as it
relates to their ancient art collection and the mosaic “ Man Leading a Giraffe” (fifth century CE). CMS strives
to create durable, sustainable mosaics that will withstand the elements in all climates and offers consultations
with organizations to create well made works. CMS is supported in part by grants, donations, CMS Members
and Sponsors and people like you.
GoCM
The Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics is permanently housed within the CMS and is Chicago’s only
space dedicated to showcasing local, national, and international mosaic art exhibitions year round. Visit
www.chicagomosaicschool.com for upcoming shows and updates.
REGISTRATION
To register online for Classes, Workshops, or Visiting Artists Seminars, go to www.chicagomosaicschool.com.
Payment by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, or eCheck is accepted via PayPal, and personal checks.
Call us at (773) 975-8966 with any questions.
2 | Spring-Summer 2015 Catalog
The Chicago
Mosaic School
10 Year Milestone
This year CMS celebrates the 10 years as the first
center for Mosaic Arts education in the United
States. We will be honoring our students, faculty,
artists and the multitudes of contributors with
several special events in 2015.
We are extraordinarily proud to have the support
and guidance of world-renowned artist, Verdiano
Marzi of San Marino and France. CMS is partnering
with The Fourth Presbyterian Church of Chicago to
bring Maestro Verdiano Marzi’s work to the United
States for his first solo exhibition, April 3-July, 2015.
Verdiano will be exhibiting his most recent work,
including mosaics, sculptures and drawings
Please join CMS in welcoming Maestro Marzi
for the reception and opening on April 10. Enjoy
performances by dancer, Guilloume Marzi and
musician, Luke MacRoberts. Don’t miss this rare
opportunity to see his work in Chicago.
Additionally in March 13-April 24, 2015 we pay tribute to our students and Maestro Marzi with
an international exhibition at The Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics. The show will feature
the works of over 20 artists who have been transformed by the school and the teacher.
In May-June 2015 we are proud to be exhibiting
the mosaics, drawings and prints of Australian
artist Pamela Irving who will be showing for the
first time in the United States at The Gallery of
Contemporary Mosaics.
Visit www.chicagomosaicschool.com
for other special anniverary events,
dates and specifics.
Top photo: Karen Ami
at the first Chicago
Mosaic School space
on Ashland Ave. in
2005.
Middle photo: Matteo
Randi teaching in our
old space in our current
building in 2009.
Above photo: Verdiano Marzi leading a class
at The Chicago Mosaic School with student
Carolynn Freidman.
Left photo: Students
creating the CMS sign
in 2007.
The CMS Staff
Karen Ami
…
is the Founder and Executive Director of The Chicago Mosaic School. She
has a Masters in Fine Arts from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago,
and undergraduate degrees from The Boston Museum School and Tufts
University. She exhibits her works in the United States and around the
world, most recently winning first prize in the International Prix Picassiette
Exhibition in Chartres, France, 2014. This year her works will be shown in
exhibitions in Chicago, Philadelphia, Nazzano (Rome) and Ravenna, Italy.
Ami is President Emeritus of The Society of American Mosaic Artists and
in 2014 was awarded the title of Gran Cavliere Dell Ordine di San Martino
by the municipality of Trivignano Udinese, Italy for her contribution to
education and promotion of Mosaic Arts.
CMS Founder & Director
Karen Ami
Matteo Randi…
was born in Ravenna, Italy, and began his formal
training in mosaic art at the age of 11. Mr. Randi
studied at Instituto d’Arte “Gino Severini”, and at
National School for the Conservation of Mosaics,
in Ravenna. His award winning work can be seen
both publicly and privately around the world,
most recently in exhibitions in France, Italy and
the US. He took the position of CMS Educational
Director in 2011, and has since helped to establish
and distinguish the curriculum and Certification
Program here at the school.
CMS Educational Director
Matteo Randi
CMS Staff
Cody Abbott, Elizabeth Bartky,
Tim Brockhaus, Randy Bultman,
Sue Coombs, Martha Crandall,
Oona D’mello, Lily Hong,
Ahmed Ibrahim, Andryea Natkin,
Casey Van Loon, Ashley Samson,
Doris Robinson, Patsy Yono
Disclaimer: May look different in person
Left: Empress Theodora and attendants,
mosaic from Basilica of San Vitale,
6th century.
BECOME A CMS MEMBER!
Become a member and supporter of The Chicago Mosaic School, the only not-for-profit Mosaic Art School
in the Americas. Through your generosity, CMS can continue to provide the most extensive educational
programming in an art form that dates back to 4500BC. With your support, The Chicago Mosaic School can
preserve and promote this art form through great education and our community partnerships.
CMS Basic Membership
$40
Includes:
• Discount rates at Tiny Pieces Mosaic Supply,
Chicago Rock and Mineral (both shops
located inside CMS)
• Pat’s Place B&B, 1911 W. Berteau Ave., Chicago
• CMS Logo Merchandise
• One Day Studio Pass
CMS Contributing Memberships
Sponsor$100-$499
Interested in supporting this
unique center of education?
Become a member
and supporter!
Through your generosity
CMS can continue to preserve
and promote this art form.
Includes everything above plus:
• 10% off regular classes and workshops
• Invitations to special events—tours, lectures
• One Two-Visit Studio Pass
Patron$500-$999
• One Basic Workshop
Benefactor$1,000-$5,000
• 2 for 1 Basic Workshop
• Exhibition Previews
• Private Studio Tours
Life Member $10,000 +
• Exclusive evening with an
international visiting artist
Business Membership
$750
Includes Basic Membership benefits plus:
• Banner and link on CMS website
• 1/8 page ad in two CMS course catalogs
(Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter)
SPRING 2015 OFFERINGS BY CATEGORY
Classes
Glass-on-Glass Mosaic – Window
Introduction to Mosaics I
Introduction to Mosaics II
Master’s Studio
Mosaic Drawing Fundamentals
Mosaic Tabletop
Silkscreening on Clay
Stained Glass Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate/Advanced
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beginner
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beginner
Workshops
Clay in Mosaics: Tiles & Elements
Direct Method Workshop
Hammer & Hardie Intensive Workshop
Intro to Mosaics Intensive Workshop
Mosaic Basics Workshop
Mosaic Drawing Fundamentals Workshop
Mosaic Fundamentals: Process & Materials Workshop
Mosaic Jewelry Workshop
One-Day Smalti Intensive Workshop
Ravenna Technique Workshop
Texture Workshop
Undulation Workshop
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beginner
Beginner
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Advanced
Beginner
Beginner
Beginner
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Visiting Artists Seminars
Pamela Irving – May
Toyoharu Kii – June
Sue Giannotti – June, July and August
Dugald MacInness – July
Elder Jones – June
Questions? Contact us at
(773) 975-8966 or email us at
[email protected]
Visit us on
Facebook.
Beginner
Beginner
Beg./Inter./Adv.
Beginner/Intermediate
CMS MOSAIC
INTENSIVES
Can 4 days or more change your life, or at least in your approach
to your studio practice? Yes! Give us a minimum of 4 days or a
combination of time and the CMS will give you back-to-back
instructions in your choice of two or three intensive classes. From
April 6 through April 11, from April 30 through May 10, from
June 12 through June 30, and again from July 23 through 26,
students can immerse themselves in a combination of back-toback workshop possibilities: Clay in Mosaics: Tiles & Elements,
Hammer & Hardie, Direct Method, Pamela Irving Picassiette,
Drawing Fundamentals, Ravenna Technique, Intro to
Mosaics Intensive, Design Fundamentals with Sue Giannotti,
Elder Jones Wet Carved Concrete, Texture Workshop, and
Undulation Workshop. This is a wonderful opportunity to
study with CMS Educational Director Matteo Randi and gain
confidence and new skills in this new Summer Mosaic Intensives.
Students can customize their intensive experience by choosing to
enroll in any combination of three classes at reduced rates.
Take 3 or more classes and get 10% off.
April sequence:
Hammer & Hardie • 4/6-4/7 • $225
Direct Method • 4/9-4/11 • $400
May sequence:
Pamela Irving Picassiette • 4/30-5/3 • $600
Drawing Fundamentals Workshop • 5/4-5/5 • $225
Ravenna Technique • 5/6-5/10 • $500
June sequence:
Intro to Mosaics Intensive • 6/12-6/14 • $300
Hammer & Hardie • 6/15-6/16 • $225
Drawing Fundamentals Workshop • 6/17-6/18 • $225
Elder Jones Wet Carved Concrete • 6/19-6/21 • $375
Direct Method • 6/19–6/21 • $400
Texture Workshop • 6/22-6/25 • $400
Clay in Mosaics: Tiles & Elements • 6/26-6/28 • $250
Design Fundamentals Workshop • 6/26-6/28 • $225
Undulation Workshop • 6/29-6/30 • $300
July sequence:
Hammer & Hardie • 7/23-7/24 • $225
Undulation Workshop • 7/25-7/26 • $300
Class Schedule at a Glance
APRIL
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Wednesdays, 4/1/–5/6, 10am–12:30pm
Instructor: IBRAHIM
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
Wednesdays, 4/1–5/6, 1pm–3:30pm
Instructor: COOMBS
RAVENNA TECHNIQUE
Wednesdays, 4/1–5/6, 7am–10pm
Instructor: RANDI
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Saturdays, 4/4–5/9, 10am–12:30pm
Instructor: VAN LOON
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
Saturdays, 4/4–5/9, 1pm–3:30pm
HAMMER & HARDIE WORKSHOP
Monday-Tuesday, 4/6–4/7, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
INTRO TO MOSAICS
INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
Friday-Sunday
4/17–4/19, Friday 7pm–9:30pm,
Saturday & Sunday 9am–5pm
Instructors: COOMB, CRANDALL, IBRAHIM
Picassiette WITH PAMELA IRVING:
STORYTELLING IN MOSAICS
Thursday-Sunday, 4/30-5/3, 9am-5pm
Instructor: IRVING
MAY
DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS
WORKSHOP
Instructor: RANDI
RAVENNA TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP
Wednesday-Sunday, 5/6–5/10, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
MOSAIC TABLETOP
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
Mondays, 4/6–5/11, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: COOMBS
Tuesdays, 4/7–5/12, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: IBRAHIM
GLASS ON GLASS WINDOW
Instructor: CRANDALL
DIRECT METHOD WORKSHOP
Thursday-Saturday, 4/9-4/11, 9am–5pm daily
Instructor: RANDI
STAINED GLASS
Thursdays, 4/9–6/11, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: ZGODA
SCREEN PRINTING ON CLAY
Mondays, 4/13–5/18, 7pm-10pm
Instructor: BROCKHAUS
ONE DAY SMALTI INTENSIVE
WORKSHOP
Sunday, 4/26, 9am-4pm
Instructor: NATKIN
Wednesdays, 5/13–6/17, 10am–12:30pm
Instructor: IBRAHIM
Instructor: COOMBS
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Saturdays, 5/16–6/20, 10am–12:30pm
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
HAMMER & HARDIE INTENSIVE
WORKSHOP
Saturday-Sunday, 5/16–5/17, 9am–5pm
Instructor: COOMBS
MOSAIC BASICS WORKSHOP
Sundays, 5/17, 12pm–3pm
Instructor: TBA
MOSAIC TABLETOP
Tuesdays, 5/19–6/23, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: IBRAHIM
ONE-DAY SMALTI INTENSIVE
WORKSHOP
Sunday, 5/31, 9am–4pm
Instructor: NATKIN
TEXTURE WORKSHOP
Monday-Thursday, 6/22–6/25, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Wednesdays, 6/24–7/29/15, 10am–12:30pm
Instructor: IBRAHIM
JUNE
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
Instructor: COOMBS
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Mondays, 6/1–7/6, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: COOMBS
DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS FOR
MOSAICS with SUE GIANOTTI
Friday-Sunday, 6/26–6/28, 9am–5pm
Instructor: GIANNOTTI
MONOCHROMATIC
with TOYOHARU KII
Wednesday-Sunday, 6/3–6/7, 9am–5pm, daily
Instructor: KII
CLAY IN MOSAICS:
TILES AND ELEMENTS
Friday-Sunday 6/26–6/28, 9am–5pm
Instructor: AMI
JEWELRY WOKSHOP
Sunday, 6/7, 12pm–3pm
Instructor: NATKIN
UNDULATION WORKSHOP
Instructor: GIANNATTI
INTRO TO MOSAICS
INTENSIVE WORKSHOP
Friday-Sunday
6/12–6/14, Friday 7pm–9:30pm,
Saturday & Sunday 9am–5pm
Instructors: COOMBS, CRANDALL, IBRAHIM
Instructor: COOMBS
Tuesdays 6/30–8/4/15, 10am–1pm
Instructor: RANDI
MOSAIC TABLETOP
Instructor: IBRAHIM
GLASS-ON-GLASS WINDOW
Tuesdays, 6/16–8/11, 7pm–9:30pm
Instructor: CRANDALL
WORKSHOP
Instructor: NATKIN
WORKSHOP
JULY
MOSAIC as an EXPRESSIVE ART FORM
with DUGLAD MacINNES
Wednesday-Sunday, 7/8-7/12, 9am–5pm daily
Instructor: MacINNES
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Wednesday-Thursday, 6/17–6/18, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
Saturdays, 7/11–8/15, 10am–12:30pm
DIRECT METHOD WORKSHOP
INTRO TO MOSAICS II
Friday-Sunday, 6/19–6/21, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
WET CARVED CONCRETE
with ELDER JONES
INTRO TO MOSAICS I
Friday-Sunday 6/19–6/21/15, Fri. 7pm–10pm,
Sat. 9am–5pm, Sun. 9am–10am
Instructor: JONES
Mondays, 7/13–8/17, 7–9:30pm
Instructor: COOMBS
MOSAIC as an EXPRESSIVE ART
FORM with DUGLAD MacINNES
Wednesday-Saturday, 7/15–7/18,
9am–5pm daily
Instructor: MacINNES
Sundays, 7/19, 12pm–3pm
Instructor: TBA
MOSAIC JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Instructor: NATKIN
Thursday-Friday, 7/23–7/24, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
UNDULATION WORKSHOP
Saturday-Sunday, 7/25–7/26, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
WORKSHOP
Instructor: NATKIN
AUGUST
MOSAIC JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Instructor: NATKIN
SMALTI DIMENSIONS with
SUE GIANNOTTI
Thursday-Sunday, 8/6– 8/9, 9am–5pm daily
Instructor: GIANNOTTI
ADVANCED PROCESS & MATERIALS
WORKSHOP
CMS
CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM
The Chicago Mosaic School is offering the first
and only certification program in Mosaic Arts
outside of Europe. This program is for those
interested in receiving comprehensive training
in the world master tradition and a thorough
education in Mosaic Arts. The Chicago Mosaic
School Certification Program will provide
a strong foundation leading to expertise in
contemporary mosaic practice. The program has
been designed to give artists the opportunity
for learning, training, and professionalism with
the vast and growing field of Mosaics Arts. The
Certification program gives students a foundation
of skills and professionalism for a lifetime of
artistic practice. It is ideal for those looking
to grow and develop their skills and artistic
vocabulary. The curriculum requires each student
to complete 15 specific classes or workshops
at CMS over a two year period. Courses/
workshops are usually offered more than once
annually, giving enrollees multiple opportunities
to fulfill the certification requirements. Upon
completion of coursework, CP students will be
obliged to participate in a portfolio review, pass
a faculty assessment, and present a research
project. Go to our website or email us at info@
chicagomosaicschool for more information.
For more details and
application email us at info@
chicagomosaicschool.com or
call us at (773) 975-8966.
Monday-Sunday, 8/10–8/16, 9am–5pm
Instructor: RANDI
Instructor: TBA
WORKSHOP
Instructor: NATKIN
Beginner –
Introduction to Mosaics II
Classes
Beginner –
Introduction to Mosaics I
This 6-week class is geared toward beginners who
want to learn about basic techniques, tools, and
materials involved in creating mosaic art. This
informative class covers cutting, proper adhesives,
substrates, design/layout, and grouting. Students
will be introduced to a wide variety of materials
and will complete two projects during the class,
exploring both traditional and contemporary
techniques. Students are encouraged to experiment
with color and texture to begin to discover the
possibilities of mosaic. All materials, supplies, and
use of tools are provided. Come experience the
endless possibilities of this beautiful art form. Class
size limited to 12 students.
CMS MEMBERS—$220.50
NON-MEMBERS—$245.00
April
Wednesdays • 4/1–5/6, 10am–12:30pm
C5212 • Instructor: IBRAHIM
Saturdays • 4/4–5/9, 10am–12:30pm
C5219 • Instructor: VAN LOON
Mondays • 4/6–5/11, 7–9:30pm
C5201 • Instructor: COOMBS
This 6-week follow up class to Introduction to
Mosaics I is for students who want to further
their study and begin to hone their basic skills
while becoming familiar with more advanced
concepts. In addition to ongoing dialogue of
appropriate materials, adhesives, substrates, and
grout, students will begin a larger project that
will be developed by learning about color, design,
and andamento. Students will be encouraged to
explore and develop original designs. Participants
will develop the confidence, independence, and
courage to take their work to the next level. As
always at CMS, guidance and encouragement
will be provided for students wanting to continue
learning about the vast possibilities within mosaic
art. All materials, supplies, and use of tools are
provided. Prerequisite: Introduction to Mosaics I.
Class size limited to 12 students.
April
Wednesdays • 4/1–5/6, 1pm–3:30pm
Saturdays • 4/4–5/9, 1–3:30pm
May
Saturdays • 5/16–6/20, 1pm–3:30pm
June
July
Saturdays • 7/11–8/15, 1pm–3:30pm
May
Wednesdays • 5/13–6/17, 10am–12:30pm
Saturdays • 5/16–6/20, 10am–12:30pm
June
Mondays • 6/1–7/6, 7pm–9:30pm
Wednesdays • 6/24–7/29, 10am–12:30pm
July
Saturdays • 7/11–8/15, 10–12:30pm
Mondays • 7/13–8/17, 7–9:30pm
Beginner –
Beginner –
Stained Glass
Mosaic Tabletop
In this 10-week class, students will learn to cut
patterns in glass, and assemble and solder using
either the copper foil or the lead channel method.
Students will make a stained glass panel 8” x 10”
with eight to ten pieces of glass. A second project
will be of the student’s choosing. Also discussed
will be technique, history and the practicality
of stained glass. Cementing, rebaring, glazing
and understanding the disparity between the
opalescent and the transparent materials are
topics considered. Students are encouraged to
design an original composition with help from
the instructor. Students can choose from a wide
variety of glass. All materials, supplies, and use of
tools are provided.
In this 6-week class, students will transform designs
into beautiful and functional mosaic table tops
created with colorful glass pieces. Students will be
working directly using appropriate adhesives and
substrates for their 12” x 12” table. Demonstrations
on cutting, adhesion, and grouting will be part of the
skills that will be reviewed. The table stand and all
materials, supplies, and use of tools are provided.
April
Thursdays • 4/9–6/11, 7pm–9:30pm
C5210 • Instructor: ZGODA
April
Tuesdays • 4/7–5/12, 7pm–9:30pm
May
Tuesdays • 5/31–6/23, 7pm–9:30pm
June
Tuesdays • 6/30–8/4, 7pm–9:30pm
Intermediate/Advanced –
Glass-on-Glass Mosaic – Window
In this 10-week class, students will use a reclaimed
window as a base and take advantage of the unique
effects that transparency, light and color create with
mosaic on glass. Students will complete a beautiful
large scale window mosaic that will convey the same
beauty and qualities of a leaded stained glass window.
Information will be provided prior to the first class to
assist each student with ideas for individual designs.
Students should plan on coming to the first class
with rough sketches and ideas. Class fee includes the
window, materials and use of tools.
April
Tuesdays • 4/7–6/9, 7–9:30pm
C5207 • Instructor: CRANDALL
June
Tuesdays • 6/16–8/11, 7pm–9:30pm
C5208 • Instructor: CRANDALL
Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced –
Silkscreening on Clay
This new CMS course will focus
on the use of photography and
NEW!
print imagery on clay- which can
give new possibilities for both
clay and mosaic works. Ceramics combined
with silkcreening offers a multitude of unique
surfaces and textures. Students will be provided
instruction in a variety of ceramic techniques
including: Slab work, Glazes, Screen printing.
This class is open to students working at all levels
of experience.
April
Mondays • 4/13–5/18, 7pm–10pm
C5218 • Instructor: Brockhaus
Mosaic Drawing Fundamentals
The ability to draw a layout for tesserae is
essential for a successful mosaic. This course
will cover the basic rules of mosaic art and will
take a historical look at how different tesserae
materials and shapes have been used to obtain
visual effects. Andamenti and compositions will
be studied in relation to the different shapes
of tesserae. A different drawing exercise will
be completed in each class to reinforce the
techniques covered. The drawings will remain
the property of the students and constitute a
portfolio. No mosaics will be made in this class.
June
Tuesdays • 6/30–8/4, 10am-1pm
C5209 • Instructor: RANDI
Workshops
Hammer & Hardie Workshop
Direct Method Workshop
This 2-day overview will give participants detailed
instruction how to cut material using the hammer
and hardie. Students will learn how to cut materials
such as stone, marble and smalti more quickly with
a minimal amount of waste. The class will examine
the specific characteristics of materials (for example
learning about hardness or structure of the stone
and smalti). The class will include demonstrations
on how to reduce the size of natural materials and
how to create elements with the use of a water saw.
Student will also learn about proper maintenance,
sharpening, and care of the hammer and hardie.
This class is intended for all levels, from beginners
to those who may already have experience but
would like to brush up on their techniques. Please
note there is no material fee for this workshop
and all CMS materials cut during the workshop
will remain the property of the school. You are
welcome to bring you own hammers and materials
if you wish.
Working directly on thinset is one of the best techniques
for creating many mosaic projects on a small or large
scale, on flat or 3D substrates. Students will learn to
work in sections by ‘dividing’ their cartoon and to create
work using a thick mortar bed for their tessera. The
class will discuss the different kinds of thinset and their
properties, see how to transfer the drawing, color the
mortar, how to find the correct thickness of the mortar
bed, and how deep to set the tesserae, etc. During this
3-day workshop, students will work on a 12 ”x 14”
substrate and are encouraged to bring a drawing, sketch
or pictures from which to choose a final image. Previous
hammer and hardie experience is required. All materials
and use of tools is provided.
April
Monday & Tuesday • 4/6–4/7, 9am–5pm
April
Thursday-Saturday • 4/9–4/11, 9am–5pm
June
Friday-Sunday • 6/19–6/21, 9am–5pm
May
Saturday & Sunday • 5/16–5/17, 9am–5pm
June
July
Thursday & Friday • 7/23–7/24, 9am–5pm
Beginner/Intermediate –
One-Day Smalti
Intensive Workshop
Explore the rich, colorful, traditional material
called smalti. Students will learn how to cut
and set smalti using contemporary techniques,
methods, and tools. Design, color, texture, and
composition will be discussed. All materials,
supplies, and use of tools are provided, including
a beautiful selection of Orsoni Italian smalti. This
course is suitable for beginning and advanced
students. Class size limited to 10 students.
April
Sunday • 4/26, 9am–4pm
C5017 • Instructor: NATKIN
May
June
July
Beginner –
Intro to Mosaics
Weekend Intensive
This weekend workshop is geared toward
beginners who want to learn about basic
techniques, tools, and materials involved in
creating mosaic art. This intensive weekend
course covers cutting, proper adhesives,
substrates, design/layout, and grouting. Students
are introduced to a wide variety of materials
and will complete two projects, exploring both
traditional and contemporary techniques.
Experimentation with color and texture will help
new students gain confidence and to discover the
possibilities of mosaic. All materials, supplies,
and use of tools are provided. Come experience
the endless possibilities of this beautiful art form.
Workshop is size limited to 12 students.
April
Friday-Sunday
4/17–4/19, Friday 7pm–9:30pm; Saturday &
Sunday 9am–5pm
C5016 • Instructors: COOMBS,
Crandall, Ibrahim
June
Friday-Sunday
6/12–6/14, Friday 7pm–9:30pm; Saturday &
Sunday 9am–5pm
C5005 • Instructors: COOMBS,
Crandall, Ibrahim
August
Mosaic Drawing
Fundamentals Workshop
The ability to draw a layout for tesserae is essential
for a successful mosaic. This course will cover the
basic rules of mosaic art and will take a historical
look at how different tesserae materials and
shapes have been used to obtain visual effects.
Andamento and compositions will be studied
in relation to the different shapes of tesserae. A
different drawing exercise will be completed in
each class to reinforce the techniques covered.
The drawings will remain the property of the
students and constitute a portfolio. No mosaics
will be made in this class.
May
Monday & Tuesday
5/4–5/5, 9am–5pm
June
Wednesday & Thursday
6/17–6/18, 9am–5pm
Beginner –
Beginner –
Ravenna Technique
Workshop
Mosaic Basics Workshop
Our Educational Director, Matteo Randi has
been working in the Ravenna technique for
almost 3 decades. With years of formal training in
Ravenna, his expertise in this technique has made
this one of the more sought after courses at The
Chicago Mosaic School. This method of working
in mosaic will give students the opportunity to
create works using the double reverse method.
Participants will be given specific instruction in
the use of the hammer and hardie, using smalti
and marble. This workshop is also intended to
improve your skills with the hammer and hardie
as well as learn the process technique that is
taught today in several studios in Ravenna. The
school’s vast selection of smalti and stone, as well
as use of our excellent tools are included in the
cost of the workshop. Class limited to 10.
May
Wednesday-Sunday • 5/6–5/10, 9am–5pm
Welcome to the world of mosaics, where not only is
it okay to break things, it is expected! This 3-hour
introductory class will introduce beginners to the
basics of creating mosaics: the astonishing variety of
materials and adhesives; design and composition; and
cutting and laying out of tile. Supplies such as glass
tile, ceramic tile, sheet glass, and china are available
for students to explore and incorporate into their
work. All materials, supplies, and use of tools are
provided. No prior art experience is necessary, just an
openness to the numerous possibilities mosaic affords.
WARNING: Mosaic Art may be addictive and the
CMS is one of the few treatment centers that addresses
this affliction.
May
Sunday • 5/17, 12pm–3pm
C5025 • Instructor: TBD
July
August
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Texture Workshop
In the body of a mosaic, texture is not only the
skin, but also a reflection of the soul of the artist
who creates it. The goal is to demonstrate how,
by simply manipulating the tesserae, it is possible
to create many different textural effects. Students
will complete one mosaic each day, producing
distinct textures that reflect a variety of thought,
sensation, and emotion. This workshop is geared
toward students familiar with both the direct
method in thinset and the use of the hammer and
hardie who would like to improve their skills and
increase their artistic vocabulary. All materials,
supplies, and use of tools are provided. This 4-day
workshop is suitable for intermediate students
and above. Class size limited to 8 students.
June
Monday-Thursday • 6/22–6/25, 9am–5pm
Clay in Mosaics:
Tiles & Elements
Beginner –
Mosaic Jewelry Workshop
Mosaic jewelry is all the rage in fashion
magazines and boutiques. In this 1-day workshop
you can make something unique that will express
your personal, one-of-a-kind sense of fashion.
Students will make two finished mosaic pendants
embellished with a plethora of our wonderful
studio materials (glass, stone, millefiori). This is a
fun opportunity to make something lasting and
special. Rudimentary mosaic techniques, methods
and application will be covered. No prior mosaic
experience is necessary. All materials, supplies,
and use of tools are provided.
In this 3-day workshop students will be inspired
to create unique clay forms and surfaces with
hand-formed tiles and elements that can be
incorporated into the mosaic process. Examples of
the tile making techniques will be demonstrated
and students have the opportunity to experiment
with different textural and detailing methods.
Basic glazing, firing techniques and an elemental
discussion of adhesives and substrates for mosaic
applications will be covered. Students receive
handouts and are expected to bring a sketchbook
and notebook to each class. Materials and use of
tools provided.
June
Friday-Sunday • 6/26–6/28, 9am–5pm
C5014 • Instructor: AMI
June
July
August
Undulation Workshop
Transforming and preparing a new kind of surface
plane for mosaics will be explored during this
weekend workshop with Matteo Randi. Creating
new surfaces, blending the surface with its mosaic
environment and understanding how to play with
light for example, are some of the aspects which
will be investigated during this 2-day workshop.
Student will work on two bases measuring 18” x
18” to experiment with a variety of techniques to
create different effects. No previous experience is
required. All materials, supplies, and use of tools
are provided.
June
C5015 • Instructor: GIANNATTI
Advanced –
Advanced Mosaic Fundamentals:
Process & Materials Workshop
During this 6-day class, participants will explore the
practical basics of creating a modern mosaic. Step-bystep instruction will be offered, starting from a sketch,
to the careful selection of appropriate materials, to the
final execution of the mosaic using the direct method
on thinset. Participants are encouraged to come
prepared with a working sketch approximately 2’x 2’.
All materials, supplies, and use of tools are provided.
This is an advanced class and prerequisites are
required. Call the school for details (773) 975-8966.
August
Monday-Sunday • 8/10–8/16, 9am–5pm
July
Saturday & Sunday • 7/25–7/26, 9am–5pm
Visiting Artists
Seminars
Picassiette with PAMELA IRVING:
STORYTELLING IN MOSAICS
Telling a story through objects and
images is the focus of this exclusive
workshop with Australian Artist Pamela
Irving. She is well known throughout
the world for creating works that are
full of color and character, whimsy and
subversion. Her large scale installations
can be seen around the city of
Melbourne, most notably at Luna Park
and Patterson Station (an international mosaic mural collaboration which
she facilitated over several years). Pamela’s use of materials–broken china,
found objects, and ceramic shards shows her unique approach to mosaic
art. CMS is excited to bring Pamela to Chicago for this 4-day workshop
that will be both inspiring and informative. Students will create a narrative
figure using broken (or unbroken) china, shards and objects that may
have a personal connection to themselves or someone else. Participants
will learn how to design and build up forms, cut and apply different
materials, and find ways to tell their story through mosaics. Pamela will
lecture and discuss the intrinsic nature of objects and material culture.
This workshop is open to all students beginning through advanced. This
workshop includes use of tools and access to the wonderful inventory of
materials at the school. For this workshop, participants are asked to bring
some materials with personal meaning to include in their work. $600
April
Thursday-Sunday • 4/30–5/3, 9am–5pm
C5400 • Instructor: IRVING
Monochromatic with Toyoharu Kii
CMS is happy to welcome back renowned Japanese Maestro Toyoharu
Kii to The Chicago Mosaic School. In this 5-day workshop, Kii will
teach students “How do you express the feeling of something with one
color? To make a monochromatic mosaic, one must think about what
is the originality of mosaic.” A limited palette can provide the artist
ample opportunities to discover movement and expression, texture and
content. Kii will lead students first by creating designs using Chinese
ink and Japanese paper. After the design is completed, participants
will cover the design with a type of plastic sheet and create the mosaic
directly on that sheet using cement mortal. Students will have access
to the vast CMS smalti inventory to create their workshop piece. This
is a rare opportunity to work with this contemporary master, space
is limited. Workshop includes all materials, use of tools, and any
handouts or supplemental materials. $675
June
C5401 • Instructor: KII
NEW!
Wet Carved Concrete Workshop with Elder G. Jones
Artist Elder Jones returns to The Chicago Mosaic School to teach the Carved Concrete technique–a
process that was used by artisans early last century to make architectural elements. Carving wet concrete
is a method of sculpting that produces a durable piece of art. How? The sand and cement mixture sits in a
form until stiff and then the slowly hardening material is shaped by slicing and scraping. No power tools
or hammer and chisel are required. This is an excellent method for producing sculptural forms that can
be used for 3D mosaic work. Individuals will be able to make a small sculpture or planter about the size of
a five gallon bucket. Each student will keep their (roughly forty pound) sturdy, weather tolerant creation.
Carving tools will be provided to participants and materials will be included in the cost of the class. $375
June
Friday-Sunday • 6/19–6/21, Friday 7pm-9pm; Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 9am-10am
C5407 • Instructor: JONES
Smalti Dimensions with Sue Giannotti
Expand your smalti experience and explore the use of
large scale tesserae. Join St. Louis artist, Sue Giannotti, in
this 4-day workshop that focuses on the smalti techniques
often seen in contemporary European mosaics: chunky
textural B-cuts, andamento alternatives, and color and value
techniques–all designed for added impact. While easily used
in landscapes and abstract art, these skills can be helpful in
any type of mosaic. Using smalti from our huge inventory
of Orsoni and Dona glass, the class will go beyond the small
brick-shaped cuts to explore the larger scale cuts and study
why, when and how to incorporate both sizes into a mosaic.
Students will learn how to use the hammer and hardie to
manipulate larger pieces of smalti for texture and interesting
andamento options. Students should bring a sketchbook
and between 4 and 6 design inspirations (photos, sketches;
recommended size 8” x 10”) as starting points for their
mosaic. Workshop includes materials and the use of tools.
Class size is limited to 10 students. $495
March
Thursday-Sunday • 8/6–8/9, 9am–5pm
C5406 • Instructor: GIANNOTTI
Mosaic as an
Expressive Art Form with
Dugald MacInnes
We are proud to be exclusively offering this
workshop with internationally acclaimed
Scottish artist Dugald MacInnes. Mr. MacInnes
is well known for his poetic use of stone and
natural materials. His work communicates
his passion for geology and archaeology and
his love for the Scottish landscape. The course
will allow participants to explore and exploit
personal passions and interests by delving
beneath naturalistic representation to creatively
seek out and discover the very essence of what
it is that visually excites them. Participants will
employ techniques in working principally with
stone in tandem with a basic understanding of
the development of modern art, with particular
reference to the role of the visual elements in
conveying and expressing our thoughts and
feelings about our environment. Students will
learn about stone cutting techniques and cement
and mortar processes. Each student will have full
access to CMS tools and materials, included in
the cost of the workshop. $900
July
C5404 • Instructor: MacINNES
C5405 • Instructor: MacINNES
Design Fundamentals for Mosaics with Sue Giannotti
Join artist Sue Giannotti for this 3-day intensive workshop and learn how to use the principles and elements of
art to make your mosaics even better. With numerous hands-on exercises, Ms. Giannotti will teach value, color
and andamento, fundamental design elements and principles (e.g. focal point, repetition), material selection and
planning, and how to work your cartoon and better preplan. While ideal for representational work, the concepts
apply to all types of mosaics. Even if you think you cannot draw, this workshop will teach techniques to improve
the flow of your work. Designed for those with little or no formal art education, participants can range from
beginners to advanced mosaicists. Instead of making a mosaic during the course, students will create a hands-on
book with ample projects from the exercises and leave with that book, beginning supplies, and their own mosaicready cartoon incorporating concepts from the course. If you are up for a design boot camp and would like to
learn how to incorporate design fundamentals and preparation can increase your satisfaction of the end result,
please join us. The instructor will contact registered participants with details on pre-class preparation. Class size
is limited to 12 students. $400
June
Friday-Sunday • 6/26–6/28, 9am-5pm
C5403 • Instructor: GIANNOTTI
OPEN STUDIO!
Open and independent studio time is offered every Sunday
10pm–4pm and Thursday 11am–2:30pm. Available to currently
enrolled students or members of CMS, this studio time affords a
perfect opportunity to continue working independently on your
project. Studio monitors are available to answer questions and
assist with basic mosaic needs, however, no instruction is provided.
All materials, supplies, and use of tools are provided.
Fees: $20 drop-in, $60 4-session pass.
HOST AN EVENT AT THE CMS!
Let CMS create a unique experience for you! Birthday parties for
kids or adults, team building events, holiday parties, fundraisers,
family reunions, and other special events.
CMS CAN COME TO YOU!
Our excellent trained instructors can take our classes on the road
to your school, your organization, or your community center. We
have traveled all over the Chicagoland area and to nearby cities
and states to share the experience of creating mosaic art. We are an
approved program provider for After School Matters and can also
bring workshops or weekly classes to your school, park district,
YMCA, or community center. We are also available to advise
and consult on projects. Contact us to discuss the possibility of
bringing mosaic programs TO YOU!
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We’d like to thank our business sponsors!
Offering the most complete line of Italian materials, tools and supplies
www.dimosaico.com
Chicago Rock and Mineral
‘Rocks, Gems, Minerals & Slabs’
Located in The Chicago Mosaic School
1806 W. Cuyler Ave, Chicago IL 60613
Hours by Appointment • (815) 919-2603
Randy Bultman - “Rock Hound”
[email protected]
Interested in supporting this unique center of education?
Become a member and supporter! Through your generosity
CMS can continue to preserve and promote this art form.
Visit www.chicagomosaicschool.com or call (773) 975-8966
for more information.
1806 West Cuyler, Chicago, IL
60613 • (773) 975-8966
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