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How to hang mosaic art with French Cleat wall mounts

Most mosaic wall art can be mounted on a wall with a simple hangar and wire. However, larger mosaics will need more robust mounting hardware. The “french cleat” is a type of wall moulding that can be used to securely affix heavy mirrors, cabinets or artwork to a wall. In addition to its strength, the french cleat also allows mosaic art to be mounted flush against the wall and makes leveling it easy.

If you built a frame on the back of your mosaic as described in this tutorial, then french cleat moulding is a good hanging option.

"Element" mosaic art
Mosaic art built with a wooden frame structure on the back can be securely mounted flush against a wall using the “french cleat” system.

Preparations and Safety

To make french cleat wall mounts you need a table saw, screwdriver, screws, and a drill. A level and ruler are needed to position the mosaic art properly on the wall. You also want a stud finder.

Proper personal protection equipment (PPE) should be worn when using power tools. Table saws are extremely dangerous, wear a dust mask, safety glasses, and hearing protection when using the table saw. Always have someone help you when using a table saw. Safety glasses and gloves should be worn when using the drill.

If you don’t have much experience with a table saw, don’t try to learn on this project. Instead, you probably know somebody who is a carpenter or who does woodworking in their spare time. Ask them for help, if you tell them it’s for a mosaic art project they will probably think that’s really cool and offer to make the pieces for you, saving you time and preventing any risks. This tutorial is intended for artists who are already familiar with table saws, and who are looking for a solid way to wall-mount a mosaic.

"Energy" mosaic art and two pieces of wood for french cleat wall mount system.
This mosaic is going to get a french cleat attachment on the back. One piece of wood will be affixed to the back of the mosaic and the other will be fastened to the wall.

The two pieces of wood shown above are scraps from when the wood backing was built onto the above mosaic. Cut a corner off of each piece of wood using a 45° angle with the table saw.

table saw set at 45° angle
You can use a table saw to cut a piece of wood to be used for the french cleat.
mosaic art and two pieces of wood for french cleat
Mount one of the pieces to the frame, the other will go on the wall.

Install the French Cleat Moulding

The proper way to affix the moulding is one piece on the wall with the angled side facing up and one piece on the mosaic with the angled side facing down.

french cleat moulding attached to back of mosaic
The first piece of moulding has been affixed to the back of the mosaic.

You can see above the moulding for the mosaic is installed inside the wooden frame. It is placed evenly between the left and right, and flush against the upper frame piece. Another option is to use a wider upper frame piece and cut the corner off of that before making the mitre cuts. That way you only have to do it once.

1 inch screw
These screws are long enough to go through the wood, but not so long that they would go all the way through the CBB and hit the glass.

Use the same screws for the frame’s french cleat moulding as were used for the frame itself. Don’t use deeper screws because you could puncture the mosaic’s surface.

measure to figure out offset for wall side piece of french cleat
The wall side piece of the moulding needs to be set a few inches below the ideal top position of the mosaic.

Once you have the mosaic’s piece installed figure out where on the wall you want the mosaic. Then you’ll need to figure out the vertical offset for the wall piece. In the above example, you can see that the top of the frame is 4.25″ away from the middle of the moulding when it is slid into the mosaic. That means that the screws need to go 4.25″ below the desired height of the top of the mosaic on the wall.

wall side of french cleat
The second piece of moulding should be secured to the studs behind the drywall.

Use a stud finder to locate one or two studs. Lighter mosaics can be affixed to the drywall, but for heavy projects like this it’s good to use the studs themselves and long screws into them. There aren’t any pictures, but after putting this into the wall I added a couple extra screws to the middle of the wood that just went into the drywall. Also, notice the level; make sure things are lined up nicely before permanently attaching the wood to the wall. Once you’ve gotten this far you’re ready to hang the mosaic.

"Energy" mosaic art mounted on wall with french cleat.
“Energy” mosaic plaque by Natalija Moss mounted against the wall with the french cleat system.
mosaic art mounted flush against the wall
“Energy” mosaic art mounted both secure and flush against the wall. If you use a metal frame like this, choose aluminum over steel because it is lighter and easier to work with. Also, be sure to file the corners down to prevent injury if someone walks into it, or secure it high on the wall where it can’t be disturbed.

This mosaic is now secure in place, flush against the wall, and level. For extra tall mosaics hung in this fashion you can add an extra bracket at the bottom with a couple screws hidden behind the frame (if it has one) to prevent the mosaic from falling off the french cleat if it gets bumped by someone.

Porcelain Tiles Mottled Glazes 1-Inch 30 Pieces

Porcelain Tiles Mottled Glazes 1-Inch 30 Pieces

Porcelain Tiles Mottled Glazes 1-Inch 30 Pieces are sold on sheets of fiberglass mesh, which can be pulled off or cut apart with scissors. The faces are not flat but are pillowed out in a rounded bulge that makes the center higher than the edges. The backs of the tiles are unglazed and have grooves to help adhesives and mortars bond more securely.

Porcelain Tiles Mottled Glazes 1-Inch 30 Pieces

  • tile size: 1 inch (25mm)
  • sheet size: 6.375 inch x 5.375 inch
  • thickness: roughly 1/8 inch at the center
  • sales unit: one mesh sheet of 30 tiles
  • material: porcelain
  • variety: glazed
  • pigments: colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

One sheet of 30 pieces will cover 0.23 square feet assuming a standard grout gap of approximately 1/8 inch. To cover 1 square foot, you would need 4 sheets plus 1 tile, which would give you 121 tiles arranged 11 pieces x 11 pieces. We sell these for use as accents instead of area coverage.

Compatibility

These are slightly thicker than the glass tile we sell, but that isn’t a problem if you are wanting your mosaic to have texture with tiles and regions that are a little higher than others. (Raised elements might be problematic on a table top or floor, but for other mosaics, texture and dimension are an easy way to add visual interest to your work.)

Cutting Glazed Porcelain Tile

Glazed Porcelain Tile can be cut using the Compound Tile Nipper we sell.

Use in Mosaic Art

These can be used to make borders around mosaic mirrors and mosaic pictures, and they can also be used as accents in mixed-media mosaic artwork made from various types of tile. You can mix glass, porcelain, and stone tiles with souvenirs made of durable materials.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass SMOOTH 20mm (3/4 Inch) 10 Tiles

Gold Mosaic Glass 20mm Smooth

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Smooth 20mm (3/4 Inch) is real gold leaf fused into the face of the glass and sold in units of 10 tiles. These are superior to the “gold” tiles sold by competitors for two reasons: First these are real 24 kt gold instead of the brass alloys the competitors sell as real gold (seriously). Second, the gold is fused into the surface of tile so that it is inside the glass instead of just being on the back side of a piece of glass. We also sell the competitor’s product correctly labeled as Imitation Gold Mosaic. If you are reproducing a mosaic icon or a piece of traditional religious art, using real gold instead of brass mirror tile is an easy way to make your work look more authentic.

These are molded tiles of the same size and thickness as vitreous glass tile and can be used in the same mosaics indoors and outdoors and fit into the same mounting grids.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Smooth 20mm (3/4 Inch)

  • tile size: 3/4 inch (20mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm)
  • sales unit: 10 tiles
  • material: glass fused with 24 kt gold leaf
  • variety: molded tile
  • colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

To cover 1 square foot with a standard grout gap, 218 tiles are needed. Most mosaic mounting paper is 1.15 square feet and requires 225 tiles (15 tiles x 15 tiles). Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your project. Add about 5% extra to account for cutting scrap.

Compatibility

These can be mixed and used with most brands of 3/4 inch mosaic tile because their thickness is 1/8 inch nominal (4mm), which is a common industry standard.

Cutting Gold Mosaic Glass

Gold Mosaic Glass can be cut into halves, quarters, triangles and irregular shapes using our Mosaic Glass Cutter.

Use in Mosaic Art

Real gold glass is expensive, and so it is usually used as halos, rays of light, and other small elements of the image being rendered. However, for small religious icons, gold glass is often used for the background and sometimes for larger parts of the figures being depicted. Remember that less is more and contrast (such as using bright gold with dark colors) is a good way to make the gold stand out.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass SMOOTH 10mm (3/8 Inch) 10 Tiles

Gold Mosaic Glass 10mm Smooth

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Smooth 10mm (3/8 Inch) is real gold leaf fused into the face of the glass and sold in units of 10 tiles. These are superior to the “gold” tiles sold by competitors for two reasons: First these are real 24 kt gold instead of the brass alloys the competitors sell as real gold (seriously). Second, the gold is fused into the surface of tile so that it is inside the glass instead of just being on the back side of a piece of glass. We also sell the competitor’s product correctly labeled as Imitation Gold Mosaic. If you are reproducing a mosaic icon or a piece of traditional religious art, using real gold instead of brass mirror tile is an easy way to make your work look more authentic.

These are molded tiles of the same size and thickness as vitreous glass tile and can be used in the same mosaics indoors and outdoors and fit into the same mounting grids.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Smooth 10mm (3/8 Inch)

  • tile size: 3/8 inch (10mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm)
  • sales unit: 10 tiles
  • material: glass fused with 24 kt gold leaf
  • variety: molded tile
  • colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

To cover 1 square foot with a standard grout gap, 796 tiles are needed. Most mosaic mounting paper is 1.15 square feet and requires 841 tiles (29 tiles x 29 tiles). Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your project. Add about 5% extra to account for cutting scrap.

Compatibility

These can be mixed and used with most brands of 3/8 inch mosaic tile because their thickness is 1/8 inch nominal (4mm), which is a common industry standard.

Cutting Gold Mosaic Glass

Gold Mosaic Glass can be cut into halves, quarters, triangles and irregular shapes using our Mosaic Glass Cutter.

Use in Mosaic Art

Real gold glass is expensive, and so it is usually used as halos, rays of light, and other small elements of the image being rendered. However, for small religious icons, gold glass is often used for the background and sometimes for larger parts of the figures being depicted. Remember that less is more and contrast (such as using bright gold with dark colors) is a good way to make the gold stand out.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass WAVY 10mm (3/8 Inch) 10 Tiles

Gold Mosaic Glass 10mm Wavy

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Wavy 10mm (3/8 Inch) is real gold leaf fused into the face of the glass and sold in units of 10 tiles. These are superior to the “gold” tiles sold by competitors for two reasons: First these are real 24 kt gold instead of the brass alloys the competitors sell as real gold (seriously). Second, the gold is fused into the surface of tile so that it is inside the glass instead of just being on the back side of a piece of glass. We also sell the competitor’s product correctly labeled as Imitation Gold Mosaic. If you are reproducing a mosaic icon or a piece of traditional religious art, using real gold instead of brass mirror tile is an easy way to make your work look more authentic.

These are molded tiles of the same size and thickness as vitreous glass tile and can be used in the same mosaics indoors and outdoors and fit into the same mounting grids.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Wavy 10mm (3/8 Inch)

  • tile size: 3/8 inch (10mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm)
  • sales unit: 10 tiles
  • material: glass fused with 24 kt gold leaf
  • variety: molded tile
  • colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

To cover 1 square foot with a standard grout gap, 796 tiles are needed. Most mosaic mounting paper is 1.15 square feet and requires 841 tiles (29 tiles x 29 tiles). Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your project. Add about 5% extra to account for cutting scrap.

Compatibility

These can be mixed and used with most brands of 3/8 inch mosaic tile because their thickness is 1/8 inch nominal (4mm), which is a common industry standard.

Cutting Gold Mosaic Glass

Gold Mosaic Glass can be cut into halves, quarters, triangles and irregular shapes using our Mosaic Glass Cutter.

Use in Mosaic Art

Real gold glass is expensive, and so it is usually used as halos, rays of light, and other small elements of the image being rendered. However, for small religious icons, gold glass is often used for the background and sometimes for larger parts of the figures being depicted. Remember that less is more and contrast (such as using bright gold with dark colors) is a good way to make the gold stand out.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass WAVY 20mm (3/4 Inch) 10 Tiles

Gold Mosaic Glass 20mm Wavy

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Wavy 20mm (3/4 Inch) is real gold leaf fused into the face of the glass and sold in units of 10 tiles. These are superior to the “gold” tiles sold by competitors for two reasons: First these are real 24 kt gold instead of the brass alloys the competitors sell as real gold (seriously). Second, the gold is fused into the surface of tile so that it is inside the glass instead of just being on the back side of a piece of glass. We also sell the competitor’s product correctly labeled as Imitation Gold Mosaic. If you are reproducing a mosaic icon or a piece of traditional religious art, using real gold instead of brass mirror tile is an easy way to make your work look more authentic.

These are molded tiles of the same size and thickness as vitreous glass tile and can be used in the same mosaics indoors and outdoors and fit into the same mounting grids.

24kt Gold Mosaic Glass Wavy 20mm (3/4 Inch)

  • tile size: 3/4 inch (20mm)
  • thickness: 1/8 nominal (4mm)
  • sales unit: 10 tiles
  • material: glass fused with 24 kt gold leaf
  • variety: molded tile
  • colorfast, UV resistant
  • durability: frost-proof, impervious to liquid
  • usage: suitable for indoor and outdoor use

Coverage

To cover 1 square foot with a standard grout gap, 218 tiles are needed. Most mosaic mounting paper is 1.15 square feet and requires 225 tiles (15 tiles x 15 tiles). Use our tile estimator to calculate how much you need for your project. Add about 5% extra to account for cutting scrap.

Compatibility

These can be mixed and used with most brands of 3/4 inch mosaic tile because their thickness is 1/8 inch nominal (4mm), which is a common industry standard.

Cutting Gold Mosaic Glass

Gold Mosaic Glass can be cut into halves, quarters, triangles and irregular shapes using our Mosaic Glass Cutter.

Use in Mosaic Art

Real gold glass is expensive, and so it is usually used as halos, rays of light, and other small elements of the image being rendered. However, for small religious icons, gold glass is often used for the background and sometimes for larger parts of the figures being depicted. Remember that less is more and contrast (such as using bright gold with dark colors) is a good way to make the gold stand out.

How To Make Mosaics

For more advice on designing your mosaic project or cutting and grouting tile, please see our Mosaic Frequently Asked Questions page or our How To Mosaic blog or our Mosaic Information Guide.

Illustrated Mosaic Books

These mosaic books are available through Amazon.com. Clicking on a book will take you to Amazon. This browser window will remain open to complete any purchases for supplies here. These books are recommend for one or more of the following reasons:
  • numerous illustrations of mosaic art.
  • good explanations of mosaic techniques.
  • interesting discussions of the history of mosaic art.
Encyclopedia Of Mosaic Techniques by Emma Biggs This is a useful guide to materials and techniques. The “A to Z of Techniques” section has detailed step-by-step instructions. Projects for indoors and outdoors are included, plus advice on setting up a workshop.
Making Mosaics: Designs, Techniques & Projects by Leslie Dierks A great book for beginners, this title covers different types of mosaic techniques including pique assiette work with broken plates. It also includes unique projects and step-by-step illustrations.
Classic Mosaic: Designs & Projects Inspired by 6,000 Years of Mosaic Art by Elaine M. Goodwin We often give this book as a gift to friends because it has so many good illustrations of a WIDE variety of mosaic styles. Highly recommended for pictures that inspire.
Making Mosaics (Step-by-Step Crafts) by Martin Cheek Martin Cheek is a professional artist and art instructor with impressive credentials. His book is an excellent guide for a beginner with lots of HOW-TO illustrations. Learn how to nip tile, glue and apply grout by looking at pictures.
Making Bits & Pieces Mosaics: Creative Projects for Home and Garden by Marlene Hurley Marshall Home and garden mosaic projects are where many mosaic artists get started, making this a great choice of guides. The projects are easy to follow and use everyday items, like broken dishes, ceramics and glass.
Mixed-Media Mosaics by Laurie Mika Mixed-media, collage and assemblage are a great marriage to mosaics. Highly recommended. The projects range from traditional surfaces like tables to shrines. Includes extensive techniques section and 18 step-by-step demos for all skill levels.
Mosaic Art and Style by JoAnn Locktov Hands-on experimentation is just one part of mosaic art. This book explores the theory, and goes inside the heads and workshops of several artists and explains how the projects were conceived from the artists’ points of view. This is invaluable insight for the technical-minded who wish to boost creative knowledge
Mosaics: Inspiration and Original Projects for Interiors and Exteriors by Kaffe Fassett and Candace Bahouth Uses glass, ceramic, broken china and tiles, mirror, pebbles, seashells, etc. This is not a traditional how-to approach, even though some projects have step-by-step instructions. Will need to be experimental and confident.
Ancient Mosaics by Roger Ling This book has 106 photos (47 color) that are all well chosen. Each illustrates a stylistic development in the evolution of mosaics, from the earliest Greek pebble mosaics to mosaics from different regions of the Roman world to the earliest Christian mosaics.  A captivating book.
The Weekend Crafter by Martin Cheek This is perhaps the best book for a beginner. From the questions we receive via email, the biggest problem beginners have is not knowing how to plan a project and how to keep it simple. This book should help tremendously. It also explains how to make your own designs with examples.
The Mosaic Idea Book by Rosalind Wates, Paul Forrester, Martin Norris This is one of the best books for mosaic patterns. There are many designs to use and it is also a great source of inspiration for your own ideas.
Outdoor Mosaic: Original Weather-Proof Designs to Brighten Any Exterior Space by Emma Biggs and Tessa Hunkin Step-by-step instructions and good designs for outdoor mosaics. Detailed discussions of materials and techniques for making mosaics last through rain, seepage, freeze.
Mosaics of the Greek and Roman World by Katherine M. D. Dunbabin This book is reviewed very highly on Amazon for its use of illustrations to explain the history of mosaics in the Graeco-Roman world. Lots of pictures of mosaics in classical styles.
Mosaic Techniques & Traditions: Projects & Designs from Around the World by Sonia King Practical info plus artistic inspiration. Chronicles the history of mosaics in Europe, Africa and the Americas, followed by instructions, materials, tools, techniques and design. Includes five projects of varying difficulty.
Found Art Mosaics by Suzan Germond Found materials are alive, striking and offer a chance for contemplation. Also, found art is recycled art. This is a great way to break out of the limitations of traditional materials and experiment with mosaics in a new way. Includes 27 unique, interesting projects.
The Mosaic Book: Ideas, Projects and Techniques by Peggy Vance, Celia Goodrick-Clarke Unique book combines projects by several artists, from jewelry to floors. Also has photographs of other mosaic work in amazing architectural interiors and gardens-probably the best aspect of this book. The projects are explained step-by-step, and so are the tools and techniques.
Mosaic Crafts: Twenty Designs for the Modern Home by Martin Cheek All of Martin’s Cheek’s mosiac books are well-loved in mosaic crowds, and the latest is no different. This is a set of 20 new designs that all have a clean, modernist feel. Great for those who want simple yet without sacrificing the high-design element.
Mosaic Today: Create Contemporary Projects Using New and Recycled Material by Elaine M. Goodwin Includes 16 great projects and each page features at least one historical mosaic masterpiece with an attached history lesson. Includes color photographs of the finished pieces plus step-by-step instructions. Some experience is necessary.
Beyond the Basics: Mosaics by Elizabeth DuVal Focused on home decor and is a good reference for learning to work on different-shaped surfaces and deciding how to select pieces that produce the best textures and effects. Projects range from shellwork and picassiette to projects for platters, mirrors, patios, backsplashes, memory boxes, lamps, etc.
 
 

Mosaic Classes

Mosaic Master Class Group
Mosaic master artist Frederic Lecut poses with students at the end of the Opus Pixellatum class he taught at the Mosaic Art Supply warehouse in March 2017.

Mosaic classes are listed here by geographic area with links to the artists and organizations offering the classes.

Mosaic Art Supply, LLC, makes no recommendation or guarantee for any of these classes. Looking at the instructor’s artwork can be a good way to tell if their class is for you. If you teach mosaic classes and would like to be added to this directory, please apply by sending an email to us: [email protected]

Still having trouble finding a mosaic class in your city? Visit our page for how to find mosaic classes in your local area.

Classes Within the U.S.A.

ARKANSAS

Alice Frank
Mosaic Maddness
Hot Springs, AR
[email protected]
Mosaic Maddess offers classes throughout the state of Arkansas in conjunction with Spread Your Wings Mosaics. These “Mobile Madness” classes can be ongoing (weekly or monthly), or a one-time project. Classes are tailored to the participants, and range in difficulty accordingly. 501-321-1110

CALIFORNIA

Kim Emerson
San Diego Mosaic School
San Diego, CA
www.kimemersonmosaics.com
The mission at the San Diego Mosaic School is to educate and inspire everyone about the medium of mosaics as a fine art. Every level of mosaic experience is welcome. All you need is a passion for color, texture, an openness for creativity, and originality. We focus on cutting, placement of “tesserae”, compositional design, and comparing ancient Roman mosaics to the contemporary while using many different types of beautiful materials. We are located in the Normal Heights community of San Diego, California, USA.
Katherine England
Katherine’s Studio
Orange County, CA
www.katherineengland.com
Katherine has classes for beginners and more advanced students covering basic mosaic techniques, mosaic garden sculptures, soldering stained glass, and fused glass. She also offers drawing and painting instruction.
Nancy Howells
Painted Chair Studio
Santa Cruz, CA
www.paintedchairstudio.com
Nancy has been teaching mosaics at her studio in Santa Cruz, Ca for the past 20 years. She offers a variety of mosaic classes that include working in tiles, plates, ceramics, stained and fused glass. They are designed not only for beginners but also mastering more complicated sculptural projects. Nancy also makes a line of ceramic pieces that can be included in the mosaic projects. The large indoor studio and garden provide a relaxing and creative space, just a few blocks from the beaches in Santa Cruz.
Love Apple Farms
Love Apple Farms Gardening and Cooking Educational Center
Santa Cruz, CA
www.growbetterveggies.com
The Love Apple Farms Educational Center offers classes for making a pique assiette garden stepping stone from your own broken china, crockery, tile, etc. Advance registration is required. Classes are held rain or shine.
Michael Kruzich
Michael Kruzich
San Francisco, CA
www.mkmosaics.com
Mosaics are making a comeback as artists all over the world are rediscovering ancient techniques and stretching those to new and modern expressions. I invite you to explore this timeless art-form by studying classical principles and techniques handed down through the centuries by mosaic masters. From these ancient core techniques the student/artist develops a solid, yet ever-expanding knowledge from which to move forward into more contemporary applications if they choose. I hope to welcome you to one of my classes or workshops in this marvelous and meticulous art-form.
Tami Macala
Santa Barbara School of Mosaic Art
Santa Barbara, CA
www.santabarbaraschoolofmosaicart.com
Santa Barbara School of Mosaic Art was founded in 2009 by mosaic artist Tami Macala. Tami has over 15 years experience as a professional mosaic artist and shares her knowledge and expertise with every workshop. SBSMA is located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, and hosts many talented artists from all over the world as guest instructors. SBSMA offers weekend workshops in a variety of mosaic art styles.
Fred and Donnell Pasion
Passiflora Mosaics
Grover Beach, CA
www.passifloramosaics.com
Since 2004 Fred and Donnell Pasion have taught hundreds of hands-on workshops, introducing thousands to mosaic art and concrete styrofoam sculpture. Whichever workshop you choose, you will discover why these weekend workshops held in their spacious studio have become so popular! Ideal for all skill levels from first-timers to seasoned hobbyists and professionals who want to refine their skills. Choose a project and you will be guided through the mosaic-making process from start to finish.
Karen Stilton
Mosaic Morphosis
Woodland Hills, CA
www.mosaicmorphosis.com
Karen Silton is a SAMA member at the Professional level and a professional ceramic tile and mosaic artist for 15 years. She offers high quality mosaic classes for children and adults from beginner through advanced levels in a very supportive environment. A large variety of materials including handmade ceramics, glass fusions, mirror, smalti, gold, vitreous glass and millefiori are available as well. Individual interests encouraged. Classes are small. Private instruction available also.

COLORADO

Lily Russo
Lily Russo
Durango, CO
lilymosaics.com
Lily Russo is a mosaic artist with over 12 years experience. She offers beginner through advanced classes on stained glass and tile mosaics in Durango, Colorado and Tepoztlan, Mexico.

CONNECTICUT

Cynthia Fisher
Cynthia Fisher
Charlemont, MA
www.bigbangmosaics.com
I teach the basics of the indirect method with vitreous glass. I love to teach and am eager to help others discover the pleasures of working in mosaic. Beginners to advanced, classes and one-on-one workshops. I teach at various art centers in New England, including the Worcester Art Museum, MA, Snow Farm Craft Center, MA, Brookfield Craft Center, CT and in my studio in Charlemont, MA.

FLORIDA

MIY Ceramics
MIY Ceramics
Hollywood, FL
miyceramics.com
MIY Ceramics offers classes in mosaic, pottery, glass fusing, and painting. Craft parties and children’s classes are available.
Laure Norton
Beach Life Mosaics
Jacksonville, FL
www.beachlifemosaics.com
Mosaic artist Laure Norton offers a variety of instructional formats including private mosaic parties and children’s classes.
Heather Richardson
Safety Harbor Art and Music Center
Safety Harbor, FL
safetyharborartandmusiccenter.com
Create your own mosaic panel with mosaic artist Heather Richardson in this day-long workshop that will give a crash course to newbies and teach seasoned mosaic artists a few new tricks. All materials included, please bring safety glasses/goggles and rubber gloves. Private classes or private smaller group classes are available please contact Heather for more information [email protected] or call 727-424-2576
Susanne Vernon
Susanne Vernon Mosaics
Gulfport, FL
www.susannevernon.com
Susanne Vernon Mosaics offers project based mosaic classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced students. Projects vary as do material, so please check the classes page on our website for current workshops. Children’s classes and individual instruction are also available.

GEORGIA

Callanwolde
Callanwolde
Atlanta, GA
www.callanwolde.org
This organization has offered mosaic classes in the past, and may still offer them from time to time.
Spruill Arts Center
Spruill Arts Center
Atlanta, GA
www.spruillarts.org
This organization has offered mosaic classes in the past, and may still offer them from time to time.

ILLINOIS

The Chicago Mosaic School
The Chicago Mosaic School
Chicago, IL
www.chicagomosaicschool.com
Providing an arts education and fostering the creation of Mosaic Art using both ancient and contemporary techniques.

INDIANA

Maren Bell
The Art Lab
Carmel, Indiana
[email protected]
Teaches introductory mosaics workshops and offers workshops to create mosaic coasters and small frames at our location and local breweries in the area. Classes use a variety of glass tiles, millefiori and metallic shapes.

KENTUCKY

Pamela McGlone
Glass With Sass
Flemingsburg, Kentucky
pammcglone.com
Pamela has multiple project-oriented classes available, including a stained glass mosaic window class, and a class for garden stepping stones. She can also schedule group project classes, such as team building exercises or classes for church groups.

LOUISIANA

Laurel True
True Mosaics Studio
New Orleans, LA
www.truemosaics.com
Laurel True teaches mosaic classes for all levels at the New Orleans School of Art and Craft.

MASSACHUSETTS

Cheryl Cohen
Cheryl Cohen Mosaics Art Center
Holliston, MA
www.cherylcohenmosaics.com
Cheryl Cohen Mosaics, for beginners and master artists alike, is a combination of great art, expert instruction and a fun and supportive community. Our 800+ square foot studio a mosaic artist’s dream, filled to the brim with plates to smash, stained glass to cut, and charms, beads, costume jewelry, shells, rocks and more, to create something small like coasters or picture frames for your home, or a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Multiple weekly classes are available for adults and children.
Cynthia Fisher
Big Bang Mosaics
Charlemont, MA
www.bigbangmosaics.com
I teach the basics of the indirect method with vitreous glass. I love to teach and am eager to help others discover the pleasures of working in mosaic. Beginners to advanced, classes and one-on-one workshops. I teach at various art centers in New England, including the Worcester Art Museum, MA, Snow Farm Craft Center, MA, Brookfield Craft Center, CT and in my studio in Charlemont, MA.
Caren Fishman
Caren Zane Fishman Workshops
Allston, MA
carenzanefishman.com
Students learn about the process of creating mosaics; from the use of color and placement of tile to composition, and technical aspects of grouting and completing the piece. Students will learn while doing, through demonstrations and lots of hands on time.
Bette Ann Libby
Bette Ann Libby Mosaics and Ceramic Sculpture
Chestnut Hill, MA
betteannlibby.com
Bette Ann gives classes around 6 times a year with a focus on ceramic shard mosaics and sculpture. [email protected] 617-327-5171
Suzanne Baratta Owayda
Mosaic Oasis Studio & Supply
Arlington, MA
www.mosaicoasis.com
On-going introductory classes (5 different sessions per week) that will prepare students to start their own project in a bright and cheerful studio. Also offers more involved workshops.

MICHIGAN

Adam Begley
Adam Begley Mosaic Design at the Grand Traverse Art Center
Traverse City, MI
www.adambegleymosaics.com
This basic instructional workshop offers the beginner a solid foundation in the materials and methods necessary for doing traditional mosaic artwork. Please call or e-mail as we always arrange courses on a personal basis.

MINNESOTA

Sheryl Tourila
Sheryl Tourila Artist
Minneapolis, MN
www.sheryltuorila.com
Small classes ensure a relaxed, fun, no pressure atmosphere for students to explore and develop their own individual creativity. A complete overview of mosaics including hands-on experience as students create one-of-a-kind custom wall panels. Explore the wide variety of mosaic materials in this class: ceramic tile, stained glass, china, and found objects. Introduction to adhesives, sources for materials and substrates. All materials included but students are encouraged to bring treasures of their own. Work outside of class may be necessary.

MISSOURI

Laura Rendlen
Kansas City Mosaics
925 West 17th St.
Kansas City MO
www.KansasCityMosaics.com
3 Hour Basic Mosaics
This class is aimed at playing with the materials, learning the tools and adhesives. The first step in finding out that this is the most addictive art form ever.
Monthly 2nd and 4th Saturdays

MONTANA

Patty Franklin
Patty Franklin Mosaics
Hamilton, Montana
www.pattyfranklinmosaics.com
Patty’s highly personalized style of instruction is a great beginning to learning the basics of making a direct method, stained glass, mosaic. You will learn about the wide variety of materials and where to purchase them, the various cutting tools and how to use them, which adhesive to use for what substrates, how to design a cartoon that will translate into a mosaic, the correct way to place the glass for a beautiful flow and, you’ll receive written directions for grouting (which color and how to mix, apply, and clean up). You’ll also get the all-important dos and don’ts that Patty has accumulated over a 15 – year career in contemporary mosaic arts. This is a relaxed, fun, no pressure, hands-on 3 hour session that allows you to explore a wonderfully meditative art form. Included in the fee are all of the materials needed to do a 10” by 10” mosaic design. (Students are encouraged to bring their own treasures.)

NEW JERSEY

Eleanor
Designs by Eleanor
Towaco, NJ
www.designsbyeleanor.com
Eleanor teaches how to create a mosaic art classes for kids and adults in Towaco, New Jersey.
Wendy Erdmann
Dune Grass Mosaics
Whitehouse Station, NJ
dunegrassmosaics.com
Accepts students at all levels, from beginner to advanced. All materials provided. Students learn the art of mosaics, how to design a project, how to cut and set tile, grouting and clean-up. Each student leaves with a beautiful finished product.

NEW MEXICO

Jill Gatwood
Miraflores Mosaics
Albuquerque, NM
www.mirafloresmosaics.com
Jill is a prolific mosaic artist. She has been teaching mosaic classes for many years, and has more classes coming up in 2023. Most of Jill’s classes are project-based, and she has a variety of project classes to choose from.
[email protected]

NEW YORK

Angele and Yakov Hanansen
Unicorn Art Studio, Inc.
New York, NY
www.mosaicmaster.com
Unicorn Art Studio, Inc. has been offering mosaics classes in New York City for over 15 years. Classes are for people of all ages, beginners and those with some experience. Variety of mosaic techniques are explored in full depth. A wide range of materials is available for use in class: glass, smalti, ceramic tiles, china, stone. You are welcome to visit the studio prior to signing up! No previous mosaic making experience is required in order to take a class!
Mosaic Workshop at Union Square Art Studio
Union Square Art Studio
New York, NY
www.newyorkartworld.com
Beginners and advanced students welcome. Workshops offered on Wednesday afternoons and evenings.

NORTH CAROLINA

Linda Pannullo
Linda Pannullo Mosaics
Ashville, NC
www.lindapannullomosaics.com
Linda offers workshops with visiting mosaic artists of note in beautiful Ashville, NC.

OREGON

Denny Nkemontoh
Denny’s Workshop at Helvetia Farms
Hillsboro, OR
www.dennys-workshop.com
Denny offers beginning mosaic classes — including glass on glass, ceramic, and polymer clay. In addition, she periodicaly hosts special classes featuring guest instructors such as Kelley Knickerbocker and Christian Peres Gibaut. The studio sometimes offers open hours, as listed on the website.

PENNSYLVANIA

Carol Shelkin
Carol Shelkin Mosaics
Philadelphia, PA
www.carolshelkinmosaics.com
A variety of mosaic techniques and materials are explored. Carol has been teaching art for over 25 years and has fine art professional training. She offers mosaic workshops, private lessons on all levels throughout the Philadelphia area and specialty workshops nationwide and worldwide including: Canada, Costa Rica, Australia and Mexico.

TEXAS

Michele Patrick
Mosaics by Michele Studio
Houston, TX
www.mosaicsbymichele.com
Monthly basic and intermediate classes offered. Wide range of materials used, students learn basic and intermediate design, setting, cutting, grouting techniques. Tools and material provided.

VERMONT

Burlington Community Glass Studio
Burlington Community Glass Studio
Burlington, VT
www.burlingtonglass.net
We offer a variety of stained glass design and mosaic design classses. Classes vary from 15 week 3 credit college level class to 3 hour workshops. Please call or e-mail for dates and times of upcoming classes 802-324-4019.
Bette Ann Libby
Bette Ann Libby Mosaics and Ceramic Sculpture
Waitsfield, VT betteannlibby.com Bette Ann has a studio in Vermont where she gives mosaic workshops in the summer during the Vermont Festival of the Arts. [email protected] 802-496-3639

VIRGINIA

Anita Bucsay Damron
Anita Bucsay Damron Fine Art
Reston, VA
www.anitadamron.com
Anita is a prolific working artist showing at multiple galleries, and she offers mosaic classes at The Reston Community Center, The Art League School (Torpedo Factory) Madison Street Annex, and The Workhouse Art Center (Lorton).

During COVID-19 Anita has also added LIVE online classes to her offerings.

Bonnie Fitzgerald
Maverick Mosaics
Vienna, VA
www.maverickmosaics.com
Maverick Mosaics specializes in unique learning experiences and creating beautiful art. Our educational focus is to Open Doors to your Creativity and help you Discover your Artistic Voice. We are dedicated to nurturing and expanding creative expression through the art and community of mosaic. Maverick Mosaics offers a variety of workshops and learning opportunities for all ages and skill levels, and we’re honored to host the region’s broadest schedule of acclaimed mosaic artists from around the world who share their talent and masterful techniques. We host art retreats and International travel adventures.

WASHINGTON

Kelley Knickerbocker
Rivenworks Mosaics
Seattle, WA
www.rivenworksmosaics.com
Kelley offers multilevel classes in glass mosaic, including her signature textured glass and stacked glass techniques. Kelley also offers one-on-one instruction tailored to specific interests, from design and cutting to architectural applications. Volunteers interested in gaining experience by assisting with commissions in the studio are welcome.
Jennifer Kuhns
JK Mosaics
Southwest WA
jkmosaic.com
Jennifer Kuhns has installed architectural mosaic throughout the U.S., for private, corporate and public clients. She also creates some portable artwork and garden mosaic, and she offers classes in techniques ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Jennifer’s specialties are precision glass scoring and techniques for mosaic installation, including exterior considerations.

Classes Outside the U.S.


ITALY

Lucio Orsoni and Antonella Gallenda
Orsoni Smalti Veneziani
Venice, Italy
www.orsoni.com
Orsoni offers two-week thematic courses in micro-mosaic and portraiture as well as a Master in Mosaic course which is offered as either a 1 week, 2 week, or 3 day workshop. The Master course is accredited through the International Interior Design Association and a Master certificate is awarded to those who complete the 1 or 2 week course.

MEXICO

Nancy Shelby
Hacienda Mosaico
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
www.haciendamosaico.com
Shelby Glass Studio of California in conjunction with Hacienda Mosaico offers a weeklong workshop for beginners and intermediate levels in wonderful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. This workshop includes highly personalized instruction in a non competitive, creative atmosphere. Included in the tuition are all materials, a beautiful room and breakfast and lunch prepared by our own chef. This year Shelby is offering a Mosaic Mask Workshop: A Mixed Media Event! Contact Shelby at [email protected] for more information.
Nina Di Giovanni
Nina Di Giovanni Mosaics
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
www.ninadigiovanni.com
Offers 3-5 day workshops in contemporary, Byzantine, and Pre-Columbian mosaics. Nina is an award-winning mosaic artist and educator, Ravenna trained with over 20 years experience in contemporary and traditional mosaic. Classes are located in a beautiful historical artist’s paradise – San Miguel de Allende – a safe and welcoming place in the heart of Mexico.

NEW ZEALAND

Peter Smith
Waiohiki Art Centre
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
www.waiohikiartsvillage.com
Artist Peter Smith teaches mosaic classes at the Waiohiki Art Centre in Hawkes Bay.

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Selina Royce
Dubai, U.A.E
Mosaic Art By Selina
Selina has been doing mosaic art over a decade and participated in various exhibitions in U.A.E.

UNITED KINGDOM

Concetta Perot
Glittering Shards
London, UK
www.glitteringshards.com
Evening Workshops, weekday Mosaic Maker Drop-In’s and one-to-one classes in South London. weekly evening mosaic workshops in 7 week blocks. Each evening runs from 8-10pm at the studio of mosaic artist, Concetta Perot, in Tooting, London SW17. The course is suitable for all levels and small classes ensure lots of individual attention. During the course you can expect to make a small mosaic and gain knowledge about the variety of mosaic materials, tools, techniques, glues, suppliers, different mosaic methods and various do’s and don’ts. Concetta also runs Mosaic Maker Drop-In’s on Thursday mornings: you can come whenever you are able and take advantage of learning, resources and being exposed to the work of others for inspiration.
Davie Davidson
DRAW (Drumchapel Arts Workshop)
Glasgow, Lanarkshire & Scotland, UK
www.draw.org.uk
The class covers a brief history and styles of mosaics with step by step help planning and creating your mosaic art piece.