Mosaic Planter Pot Workshop (Session 1 of 2)

When

July 18, 2026   
9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Instructor

Harmony Thiessen

Cost: $85 (two sessions)

Where

Whatcom Art Center
1105 11St, Bellingham, Washington, 98225

Event Type

Mosaic Planter Pot – requires two 3-hour classes to complete the project – July 18 and July 25, 2026

There’s something special about a beautiful pot in the garden—how it holds not just a plant, but a sense of care, creativity, and presence.

In this two-part workshop, you’ll transform a simple terracotta pot into a mosaic piece that brings texture, color, and personality to your outdoor space. Surrounded by greenery or placed on a patio, these pots naturally draw the eye—adding a layer of artistry to the living elements of your garden.

Working with a combination of ceramic, stone, and optional glass highlights, you’ll design a surface that feels both organic and expressive. Some pieces may feel bold and graphic, others more natural and grounded—each one reflecting your own aesthetic.

You’ll be guided step-by-step through the full process across two sessions, allowing time to build, set, and return to complete your piece with care and confidence.

Terracotta pots are used in this class, making them perfect for outdoor use during the warmer months and easy to bring indoors when the seasons change.

No experience is necessary. This class is part of the Mosaic Garden Series and offers a deeper, more immersive step into working with mosaic on form.

Leave with a finished piece (6 inch x 6 inch) that grows with your space—season after season.

 

A Thoughtful Gift

This workshop also makes a wonderful birthday or Christmas gift—an experience that continues long after the class is over.

 

Art medium: Mosaic

Instructor: Harmony Thiessen

Cost: $85 (for two classes)

Class size: 12

Age groups: Youth 13-18/Adults/Seniors

Materials provided: All materials provided

Materials to bring: Wear comfortable older clothing. Bring Gloves that fit you. Masks are recommended for mixing the thinset mortar.

Registration and Payment: Please visit Mosaic Planter Pot Workshop to register and pay for this 2-session class

Instructor Bio and links

Harmony Thiessen is a multidisciplinary artist and creativity educator with over 25 years of experience teaching in communities around the world. Her work invites people to reconnect with creativity as a natural, everyday way of seeing—offering simple, hands-on experiences that bring both beauty and a fresh perspective into daily life.

Harmony Thiessen Art