Upcoming Classes 2023
Introduction to Mosaics
Dates: Thursday, Sept. 14, 10am – 5pm and Friday, Sept 15, 10am-12pm
Location: Glen Echo Park, Arcade Building Glen Echo, MD 20812 . Rooms 202 and 203
Cost: $180.00 + $65 fee for materials
Registration: https://reg126.imperisoft.com/glenechopark/ProgramDetail/3439393138/Registration.aspx
Create an 8 x 8 ” piece of mosaic art work for indoor display, using a variety of materials such as stained glass, vitreous tiles and other beautiful glass. Have fun while you learn to cut glass and build your piece, tessera by tessera. You will learn about design, adhesives, preparing substrates for indoor use, etc. You will also learn how to grout and finish your piece. Students are encouraged to bring their own simple design, but some basic design options will be provided by the instructor. Completed pieces will be grouted on the second day. A separate $65 supply and tool loan fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
Minimum age 16. 2 sessions.
Mosaic Pendant Workshop
Dates: Thursday, October 10/19/2023
Location: Glen Echo Park, Arcade Building Glen Echo, MD 20812 . Rooms 202 and 203
Cost: $120.00 + $40 fee for materials
Registration: https://reg126.imperisoft.com/glenechopark/ProgramDetail/3439393139/Registration.aspx
Create a unique pendant with your choice of beautiful mosaic materials such as stained glass, millefiori, beads, smalti, and more. A variety of pendant bezels will be provided for you to choose from and glass cutting skills will be taught. No experience required. A separate $40 supply and tool loan fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class. This covers all supplies including your choice of bezel, mosaic tesserae, chain, adhesive and use of tools in class.
Minimum age 16. 1 session.
“On My Windowsill” Fused Glass Studio Series – Window Decor in October
Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Blue Hyacinth Mosaics Studio, Vienna, VA
Cost: $65.00
Create a fused glass display of your real or imaginary windowsill on a 4 by 6″ or similar piece of clear glass. The possibilities are endless and your creativity can completely take over!
Glass cutting skills will be demonstrated. Your pieces will be fused and ready for pick up in approximately 1 week. All materials are included in the registration fee. Pieces can also be shipped for an additional charge. Minimum age 16, unless accompanied by a parent / caregiver. 1 session.
Cancellation Policy: Students may cancel with written (email) notice seven days before the start date of the class for a refund of event fee minus a $20 cancellation charge. Cancellations and no-shows after this period will not be refunded. By signing up, you agree to this policy.
Waiver: A waiver will be sent after registration fee is received and must be filled prior to attending class. Please contact me if you would like a prior copy to be sent via email. Location and other class-related information will be sent before class begins.
“Light The Night” Fused Glass Studio Series – Nightlights in November
Date: Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Blue Hyacinth Mosaics Studio, Vienna, VA
Cost: $65.00
Create your very own fused glass nightlight in this two hour workshop. Nightlights are approximately 3.5 by 5″.
Glass cutting skills will be demonstrated. Your pieces will be fused, assembled and ready for pick up in approximately 1 week. All materials are included in the registration fee. Pieces can also be shipped for an additional charge. Minimum age 16, unless accompanied by a parent / caregiver. 1 session.
Cancellation Policy: Students may cancel with written (email) notice seven days before the start date of the class for a refund of event fee minus a $20 cancellation charge. Cancellations and no-shows after this period will not be refunded. By signing up, you agree to this policy.
Waiver: A waiver will be sent after registration fee is received and must be filled prior to attending class. Please contact me if you would like a prior copy to be sent via email. Location and other class-related information will be sent before class begins.
“Wear Your Art” – Studio Fused Glass Series – Pendants in December
Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Blue Hyacinth Mosaics Studio, Vienna, VA
Cost: $65.00
Create two fused glass pendants – One for you and the other perhaps for a friend? In this fun two-hour class, you will learn to design and create two beautiful pendants out of fused glass.
Glass cutting skills will be demonstrated. Your pieces will be fused, assembled and ready for pick up in approximately 1 week. All materials including neck cord or silverplate chain are included in the registration fee. Pieces can also be shipped for an additional charge. Minimum age 16, unless accompanied by a parent / caregiver. 1 session.
Cancellation Policy: Students may cancel with written (email) notice seven days before the start date of the class for a refund of event fee minus a $20 cancellation charge. Cancellations and no-shows after this period will not be refunded. By signing up, you agree to this policy.
Waiver: A waiver will be sent after registration fee is received and must be filled prior to attending class. Please contact me if you would like a prior copy to be sent via email. Location and other class-related information will be sent before class begins.
Private Studio Experiences
Private and semi-private lessons are available at my home studio in Vienna, VA. Classes for adults and children can be scheduled at mutually convenient times. Children and adults of all abilities are welcome and embraced. Please contact me to schedule any of the following learning experiences. Contact me to schedule any of these classes
Introduction to Stained Glass Mosaics
Create a beautiful 8 by 8 or similarly sized first mosaic! This typically is a three session workshop.
Class cost is $250 for a private class and $180 for a group class (minimum of 6 students) at our Vienna, VA studio. Materials cost is $65, inclusive of in-class only tool usage. Please contact us via the contact form to set up a class. Adults and teenagers only.
Micromosaic Jewelry
Create a Micromosaic pendant during this one day workshop, using Italian filati.
Cost per person is $200 for a private class and $150 for a group class (minimum of six). The class is approximately 6 hours, either one full day or over a couple of sessions. Teens / adults only. Materials fee is $45.
Mosaic Jewelry Parties
I am available to teach mini mosaic jewelry workshops at your home. This fun workshop involves no cutting of materials. A minimum of 6 participants is required for a travel class. Get together a group of 10 and you attend for free! I will travel to your home (travel distance of 25 miles or less each way, is included. There will be an charge for travel time over 25 miles.) at a mutually agreed time.
Workshop length is 2 hours, materials included. Prices start at $70 per participant for a pendant. Other options are also available. This is a fun workshop for adults, teens and tweens!
Corporate Workshops
Contact me for a fun two-hour workshop at your workplace. Cost is determined by location and number of participants.
From a client’s blog post…
“Founder of Blue Hyacinth Mosaics, Shona, brought her skills as an artist and educator to help us put the (glass) pieces together. Each of us took a unique approach and had our own personal style. Our artwork was a way to bond beyond our usual work, and the entire experience was special.”