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Martin Cheek in Brisbane!

martin_cheek_workshop_mosaic_ozmosaicsMaster mosaicist Martin Cheek
Australian Tour 2011!
OzMosaics was proud to host a fabulous Mosaic Workshop in 2011 with internationally renowned Mosaic artist Martin Cheek(UK). Martin has published many mosaic books and has a new mosaic book for release in 2011.

The September 2011 workshop by Martin Cheek, at OzMosaics Studio was a huge success! 13 students absorbed mosaic inspiration from the mosaic master. Martin's lectures were addictive and the weekend was over all too soon! OzMosaics looks forward to Martin's return to OzMosaics!  OzMosaics is now stocking a marvellous range of Martin Cheek's glass mosaic fusings.  The mosaic fusings meld beautifully in the mosaic design with vitreous glass mosaic tiles, millefiori, Dynasty smalti and mixed media mosaic materials.  Visit OzMosaics studio and mosaic shop by appointment or shop at our online store.

5Feedback from some of the students!
Martin, Sandy and Dave -I just wanted to thank you all for an excellent week-end. It was a great workshop – I learnt heaps, in a comfortable and friendly environment. Apologies for having to leave a little early yesterday arvo – I know I will have missed some more great insights.Looking forward to the next workshop in 2013 -Kind regards and thanks -Judy

Dear Sandy and Dave, Thank-you both so much for organising the Martin Cheek week-end here in Brisbane. It went so smoothly and nothing seemed to be too much trouble for either of you when it came to the class participants.I love doing Martin’s classes and now have another venue to add to my memories.Kind regards, Denise


 I had an incredible week end one I will remember always – I learnt a lot from Martin, felt like I was back at school, he is so very knowledgeable all I have to do now is to retain it.....thank heavens for the notes - its always good to stretch the boundaries and step outside your comfort zone and try a different way of mosaicing it has to enrich your own style doesn’t it ??  Met loads of lovely people and of course you and Dave are unsurpassed with the wonderful feeling of hospitality you exude – thank you for it all you are a walking inspiration and I always feel so enlightened and inspired every time I come home from your place.Talk to you soon and thanks again- Deb

Alain wrote: "A great workshop with some wonderful people, thank you Sandy for organising it.
"I am doing a week-end workshop with a master, Martin Cheek, very informative, a man full of knowledge.

Smalti, Millefiori and Glass Fusion Workshop 10/11 September 2011

glassfusion_aCost $330.00 incl gst

Turn on your speakers! Click the link to listen to Martin Cheek in his interview with George Fishman - a lively interview on the Mosaic of Art radio show!

Martin Cheek is the keynote speaker at the MAANZ Symposium (August 2011 - Adelaide South Australia).
If you can't make it to MAANZ or the MAANZ Martin Cheek workshop in Adelaide, here is your chance to do the workshop in Brisbane!

Martin is on his Australian Mosaic Tour and this is the perfect opportunity to partake in a workshop with Martin in Queensland. Martin recently toured the USA and I met up with him at the SAMA conference in Austin, Texas. His mosaic fusings are very beautiful and you will love including them in your mosaics.

Enjoy working at Sandy Roberton's studio as Martin shares his skills, mosaic stories and adventures - and of course, you make a mosaic of your own design, guided by Martin. We hope you can enjoy this wonderful mosaic experience.

($100 deposit) - non-refundable. Balance due 1st September 2011. Pay by credit card over phone/cheque or direct deposit. Please phone 38474873 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to book.

Can you spot the glass fusings in this mosaic by Martin Cheek? (c) Martin Cheek

martin-cheek-mosaic-cWorkshop hours: 9 - 5 pm.
Tuition
Materials included in Workshop Cost:
-30 x 30cm substrate or 30 x 40cm :pre-sealed mosaic substrate
-1 small bottle Weldbond
-500g of Mixed Italian Orsoni Smalti
-200g Mixed Millefiori
-100g Martin's fusions - supplied by Martin (select from his stocks or pre-order from Martin)
Extra supplies available for purchase from Martin at workshop or OzMosaics shop

(A great chance to try the Dynasty Smalti! Dynasty smalti is available in a huge, gorgeous range of colours at reasonable prices. High quality! Sandy supplies 2cm x 2cm smalti and guess what? One side is smooth, no pits!)

What will you make in Martin's workshop?

Visit this link: Martin's workshops

You will make one mosaic based on your own design.

Martin asks you to bring along two designs to discuss with Martin and select one for your workshop mosaic. Bring a couple of mosaic designs/ideas helps Martin to understand what you are wanting to improve or learn/where you are heading - in your mosaics (eg, colour, cutting, style, personality, etc).



Once you have paid your workshop deposit - You are encouraged (but not mandatory) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to discuss your proposed designs prior to your workshop (please email designs SAP to Martin and/or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

You may use one of your proposed designs or be inspired at the workshop- perhaps with Martin's glass fusings or inspired by his ideas/other students.

The more prepared you are the more mosaic youwill make!

Glass fusions may be ordered in advance from Martin Cheek or select from his supplies.
Students are able to pre-order glass fusions from Martin - but orders need to be placed by mid-June. Otherwise, select from his stock at the workshop.
Eg if you are making a mosaic with butterflies, you may like to include butterfly wing fusions. Enrolled students check with Dave for your instructions re ordering your bespoke glass fusions from Martin. Hurry up, you need to get your design for fusions emailed to Martin by end June, Early July!!!!!!!

Here are some fusing ideas: Samples of Glass Fusions by Martin Cheek.(c)
Visit Martin Cheek on Facebook to see some of Martin's USA workshops for ideas and inspiration.

Workshop numbers limited to 12 students, book early to save disappointment.

Enjoy working with smalti, millefiori and glass fusions. Please feel welcome to bring any special mixed media items that may be suitable for your mosaic design.

Martin Cheek is a master mosaicist and you will enjoy his style of mosaics!

Please refer to the Mosaic Workshop Menu re what to bring & wear etc.

martin-cheek-fusing-ozmosaics-workshpoWhat to Bring?
-apron, safety glasses, Leponitts, nippers etc or borrow from OzMosaics/purchase in advance if you wish from OzMosaics.
-note pad, pen/pencil
-camera is a good idea!
-your own box of gloves
-2 designs
-your wheeled mosaic cutters, nippers, file or pre-order wheeled cutters from OzMosaics.
-any special tesserae that works with your design. Contact Sandy to discuss if you need more info.

Morning & afternoon tea is supplied:
-coffee/tea/biscuits.
***Bring any other refreshments please & pop up water bottle (safe to drink at your workbench).

 

 

 

 

 

 

martin_cheek_sandy-robertson***Please bring your own lunch (suggest something simple such as sandwiches/roll).
We will be busy making mosaics, it's not about the food!

Martin will provide you with an opportunity to learn how to create using smalti, millefiori and glass fusions - Expand on your skills. Martin is excited to help develop your personal style or discuss your mosaic goals.

When Ordering Glass Fusions / extra or special orders - email Martin to discuss.

-You must supply a DESIGN to Martin, by email - for the fusings.
-SIZE / dimensions of your pieces.

-COLOURS
-A good drawing / illustration / diagram - eg a bird - Not a blurry photograph.
Please don’t just ask for a polar bear or a frog - supply the design. Check out clip art or Google Images or draw it.

Costs:
-sold by weight @ $30 AUD per 100g. CONFUSED? Contact Sandy or Martin Cheek.

Good luck with your designs – Martin looks forward to making your fusions for you! Please email Martin for more info on your glass fusions.

Smalti, Millefiori and Glass Fusion Workshop
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 14 September 2011 11:33 )