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Mosaic Workshops and Events
Every year, we bring in visiting artists to run unique workshops.
![]() Apple by KarenPlaying with Shadow and Light with Dianne Sonnenberg | ![]() Apple by LindaPlaying with Color and Light with Dianne Sonnenberg |
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![]() Mosaic mandala by Dee | ![]() DSMandalaMandala Mosaic by Dianne Sonnenberg - coming in October |
![]() amymarks | ![]() My Sis by Angel done in Gila's Class |
![]() Puppy Love by Heidi | ![]() Quick Release ClassThe Bouncing Ball by Kim |
![]() Quick Release ClassA triptych by Alissa | ![]() Portraite by Gila |
![]() In the GardenIn the Garden by Laura Rendlen | ![]() my gaeden's WisteriaThe Wisteria Garden by Laura Rendlen |
![]() Refining Your Mosaic Imagery ClassClass with Lisa Houck | ![]() Class with Lisa Houck |
![]() | ![]() My Lollipop Tree at SunsetMade by Linda |
![]() SplotchMade by Linda | ![]() Wake UpMosaic Fusions Made by Sou in Martin Cheeks class - coming in May |
![]() Baxter | ![]() Smalti, Millefiore & Fused GlassMosaics with Martin Cheek |
Color Freedom Mixed Media Workshop with Donna Van Hooser -
Friday Oct 13, Sat Oct 14, & Sunday Oct 15, 2023
from 10 am to 5 pm each day
Cost - $450

Award winning instructor, Donna Van Hooser will be at Mosaic Oasis for a 3-day course. The cost of this class includes all materials. In this class we will select glass colors using greyscale values rather than traditional colors to create a still life image in mosaic. Precision cutting techniques will be covered, as well as andamento, glass selection and shading. Since this technique is more time consuming, a finished piece is not expected at the end of the three day workshop, however guidance will be given during the class for the students to be able to finish their mosaics on their own. Students will select from one of nine images provided by the instructor for the class. These images have been chosen for ideal contrast and detail for this technique. All materials are provided, including a 10x10 inch prepared substrate with photo and drawing, carbon paper to transfer, glue, and the loan of various tools to use during the workshop. A variety of mosaic mediums will be provided, including stained glass, hand made ceramic tiles, unglazed porcelain tiles, filati, and additional elements in a variety of colors. During the workshop, while there is a bit of instruction addressed to the entire class (cutting, andamento, and discussion of values/tones), 90% of the class is one-on-one instruction and assistance with andamento and glass selection. An email will be sent close to the time of the workshop with a list of any additional items students may wish to bring. .
Tea for Two by Donna



Donna Van Hooser is an illustrator, mosaic artist, and instructor who lives in Goodyear, Arizona and teaches mosaic workshops around the country. After graduating with a BFA in Illustration, she began working at Hallmark Cards creating artwork for a range of greeting cards, primarily for children. She retired after 27 years and moved to Arizona to begin pursuing mosaic work full time. She is a member of the Society of American Mosaic Artists and has won the Juror’s Choice, Innovation in Mosaic, and Member’s choice awards at Mosaic Arts International, an annual juried mosaic exhibition.