The class created mosaic art in Barcelona, one of the great cities of the world. Our modern studio, located in a historic 13th century building (now a cultural center), is just steps from the Barrio Gótica. It was a rare opportunity to enhance our mosaic skills in an inspiring and stimulating environment, surrounded by history. Barcelona has both ancient and Modernista mosaics and we took full advantage of the opportunity to study and be inspired. Barcelona workshops were a big success in 2017 and 2018.
Studio preparations are complete, including substrates and travel bags
Our classroom is ready, time for wine!
Our get acquainted dinner at a historic restaurant
More fun at the opening night dinner
Getting to work in our modern classroom
On our private tour of the Palau de la Música Catalana
We even got to go on stage at this gem of modernist art and architecture
One of our lovely lunch spots near the studio
Viewing ancient micro mosaic at the Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya
Part of the ancient wall in our studio, located in a 13th century former convent
Mosaic benches by Jujol at Gaudi’s Parc Güell
Palau de la Música Catalana at night
The cloisters at our historic studio
Light through the windows at Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia
Life is good! A party on the terrace above the Plaça de Catedral
Many thanks to Laticrete for suppling the best cement-based adhesive for my course
One of the ancient mosaics we saw at Museu d’Arqueologia de Catalunya
Most of the class with their mosaic art. Great work, everyone!
Wonderful paellas for the closing night party at a historic restaurant
The perfect ending to a wonderful week. Cheers!