Intro to Mortar Mosaics

Name: Intro to Mortar Mosaics
Start: 2026-03-05T10:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-03-05T15:00:00-08:00
Location: Copper Cat Studio

Schedule

Thu Mar 05 2026 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Copper Cat Studio | Sparks, NV

I renamed this one, because it was confusing for students new to this technique. It used to be called Intro to Smalti, but the technique of using mortar is the most important aspect of this class!
Taking our mosaics to the next level, owner and mosaic artist Katie Packham leads students through creating a mixed media mosaic project with the direct set method using tinted mortar and wedi board as the substrate. The best thing about this class? No grouting! And through a generous gift to the studio, we are able to take advantage of a rainbow selection of SMALTI to use in our project. Although andamento will be explored using smalti, we will also discuss incorporating other materials into the project. Class will cover use of wedi board, tinting your mortar, prepping of the substrate and various techniques to create a successful mixed media project.
Class size limited to 8 students.
Are you planning on joining us for Kelley Knickerbocker's classes in October and are new to working with mortar? This is a great intro into the world of mosaicking directly into mortar and will get you familiar with the techniques we use in her workshops!
Pricing includes processing fees. If you'd like to avoid fees or are uncomfortable paying online, stop by the studio to register in person with Cash or Check. COST: $150 Cash/Check $159 Credit or Debit Card. All ticket sales are FINAL, but are Transferable.