April  2013      San Miguel de Allende  April 10-12 Wednesday to Friday

MOSAICS IN CERAMIC TILE AND TALAVERA - FUNCTIONAL AND DECORATIVE PIECES INTRODUCTORY LEVEL

hours 10 - 5pm Wednesday -Thursday 10-1 Friday
( Mxn.3000 p. or US $250
no experience necessary


Horas de 10 a 5 Miercoles y Jueves , Viernes 10 -1 ( p mxn 3,000)
no hay prerequisito

 
direct method with talavera ceramics, tile and pottery
                 



 

  In this workshop we review techniques for working with the "direct" method which allows for relief and sculptural applications

Metodo directo con ceramica de talavera, azulejo , y ceramica

Vamos a revisar metodos para crear una pieza que requiere relieve or que sea escultural  una pieza de aproximadamente

  20 x 20  cm... tambien podrias traer materiales tuyas para incorporar en tus

 obras



  Indirect Method  Dates TBA

Indirect method ( Architectural applications and tables) with talavera tile and ceramic

learn how to make a table top, inset for a kitchen or bath feature,  tile  accent border or what ever your imagination leads you to.The focus is to create a portable mosaic mounted on mesh which can then be transfered to a permanent site or base for installation. The piece is done with the intention of having a flush surface which can be grouted and easily cleaned and used as a surface,


  Metodo indirecto  ( aplicaciones arquitectonicos y mesas) - aprender hacer un mosaico que se puede instalar en una superficie funcional como piso, mesa etc - puede ser montado en una maya para que lo podrias installar donde quiera


Join award winning professional mosaic artist and educator Nina Di Giovanni  in an exciting mosaic workshop
in both sessions you will learn how to

-select and prepare a surface( substrate)  for mosaic tiles

-learn the difference between various tiles, materials, and objects and how you can use them in your mosaic

-become familiar with technical information on adhesives, grouts, and sealers to make a high quality, durable,  and long lasting product

- learn mosaic art "language"  and formal elements - andamento, texture, color, scale, and design with a short historical review including MEXICAN Mosaics

- learn techniques and process which can take you onto bigger projects utilizing the skills and knowledge you acquire during this intensive and exciting week

- take home unique and beautiful home accessories to liven up your decor

Les invito a trabajar con Nina Di Giovanni  maestra y artista profesional
y ganadora de premios
aprende del lenguage de arte del mosaico y los elementos formales - andamento, textura, color, escala y diseño con una breve repaso del historia  incluyendo mosaicos mexicanos

                          aprenda tecnicas que podrias utilizar para dar brillo a su casa!

ABOUT    NINA DI GIOVANNI

Nina Di Giovanni is an innovative, energetic,  and  dedicated artist  with more than  20 years experience in the world of mosaic. Born of an Italian father and Mexican mother she grew up in a richly artistic environment honouring the traditions and artistic heritage of both her parents. She has studied extensively, shown internationally in both painting and mosaics and is a unique artist in her fusionistic approach to contemporary and traditional art, bridging not only continents but historical eras. Having studied in Ravenna Italy,  Barcelona Spain, and Oaxaca Mexico, she brings a fresh and unique approach to contemporary work with  a solid foundation in design and application, and  a technical expertise to tackle major installations and unique applications.

As well as completing major projects and installations in Vancouver BC ( West Restaurant and the Vancouver Public Library) and the US , she has designed a contemporary line of mosaic tiles for various high end specialty stores in New York, Miami, LA and San Diego. Her portfolio includes shows in galleries throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico in sculptural mosaic art and architectural installations in exclusive homes working closely with interior designers and architects. She was also awarded best 2 - D artist in "Beneath the Surface" ( 2005)  Society of American Mosaic Artists ( SAMA).

With  years of teaching experience, a solid background in visual arts, and hands on
project development and design skills, she is an excellent teacher, facilitator, and collaborator in workshops and school settings.  Her students enjoy a solid learning experience as well as a shared respect for the creative process and enthusiasm for individual expression. In Mexico, she has taught at the Taller Rufino Tamayo in Oaxaca and has run workshops at the Instituto Allende in San Miguel de Allende in Guanajuato.

With a passion for Precolumbian mosaics and Mexican art and culture, she has relocated to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico where Precolumbian mosaics in turquoise and semi-precious stones were produced by the best artists in Mesoamerica. She is also dedicated to a renaissance of this   almost lost art form.

We welcome commissions for mosaic projects of all sizes and also offer ongoing classes in various mosaic styles and applications. 




          more pics of student work below!