BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:406@whatcomartcenter.org DTSTART:20260919T213000Z DTEND:20260920T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260414T000842Z URL:https://whatcomartcenter.org/events/mosaic-home-address-sign-intermedi ate-3-class-workshop-series-2026-09-19/ SUMMARY:Mosaic Home Address Sign - Intermediate 3-Class Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:Mosaic Home Address Sign – requires three 3-hour classes to c omplete the project – Sept 19\, 26 and Oct 3\, 2026\n\nAre you ready to take your mosaic skills to the next level?\n\nThis workshop is an opportun ity to move beyond simple projects and begin working with greater intentio n—developing stronger designs\, cleaner execution\, and pieces that are both beautiful and functional.\n\nTogether\, we’ll take broken pieces— ceramic and stone—and bring them into relationship to create a custom ad dress sign designed to be clearly seen from the street and to belong on yo ur home for years to come. Weatherproof!\n\nAbout the Workshop\n\n This i s a three-session intermediate workshop\, designed to give you the time an d structure needed to do this work well.\n We’ll be working with the in direct (reverse) method\, allowing you to build your design on a mesh subs trate before it is permanently set. This approach supports more precise la youts\, smoother finished surfaces\, and the ability to adjust your compos ition as you go.\n You’ll also be introduced to ceramic trimming techni ques\, learning how to refine pre-prepared pieces to better fit your desig n\, improve spacing\, and create a more cohesive final result—without sl owing down the overall process.\n\nDesigned for Visibility and Artistic Ex pression\n\nEach design has been developed using:\n\n 5-inch numbers for strong readability\n high-contrast materials\, including bright white por celain and darker number tones\n layouts that balance beauty with clarity \n The result is a piece that reads well from a distance while still hold ing the detail and character of hand-crafted mosaic.\n\nChoose Your Design (at Registration)\n\nTo ensure a smooth and successful experience\, parti cipants will choose from a curated collection of designs. Each option has been developed with a specific size\, layout\, and material package.\n\n This allows you to focus on the creative process\, while ensuring your pie ce comes together with clarity and strength.\n Most materials are prepare d in advance so you can begin working right away.\n A brief 15-minute con sultation (phone or email) is included after registration to confirm your design and material selections.\n\nWhat is Included?\n\n Instruction in t he indirect mosaic method\n Instruction in ceramic trimming and compositi on refinement\n Materials prepared for your selected design\n A short co nsultation\n Framing and installation guidance\n 3 class sessions to wor k with coaching on your project\n\nFinishing Your Piece\n\nYour mosaic wil l need to cure at home for several weeks before installation\, ensuring lo ng-term durability outdoors.\n\n \;\n\nArt medium: Mosaic\n\nInstructo r: Harmony Thiessen\n\nCost:\n\n $215-285 (for three classes\, depending on chosen sign style)\n\nClass Size\n\n Class is limited to 6 participant s to ensure each person receives the time\, materials\, and guidance neede d to create a strong\, lasting piece.\n\nRegistration:\n\n Register here Mosaic Address Sign Workshop to sign up and pay for this 3-session class\n At the time of registration\, you will choose the style and size of sign you want so that all the materials required for your piece are provided. Registration will close 1 week before the classes start. REGISTER TODAY to reserve your seat as the seats are limited.\n\nNOTE: The first two sessio ns will occur at Whatcom Art Center. Third session location TBD.\n\nAge gr oups: Adults/Seniors\n\nExperience level: Intermediate\n\nMaterials provid ed: All materials provided\n\nMaterials to bring: Gloves that fit you\, if you have tile nippers bring them\, and bring a mask. Old clothing or apro n.\n\n \;\n\nInstructor Bio and links\n\nHarmony Thiessen is a multidi sciplinary artist and creativity educator with over 25 years of experience teaching in communities around the world. Her work invites people to reco nnect with creativity as a natural\, everyday way of seeing—offering sim ple\, hands-on experiences that bring both beauty and a fresh perspective into daily life.\n\nHarmony Thiessen Art\n\n \;\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whatcomartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/ 2026/04/69db2cb642b46.png CATEGORIES:Class,Class Series LOCATION:Whatcom Art Center\, 1105 11St\, Bellingham\, Washington\, 98225\, United States X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1105 11St\, Bellingham\, Wa shington\, 98225\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Whatcom Art Ce nter:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR