Picassiette Mosaic Workshop

Learn to make a unique Picassiette mosaic from broken crockery.


Art4Space
Art4Space
4.9 (184)
Instagram followers2k

2.5 hours Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 6 to 30 label £45

Picassiette is a term used to describe a style of mosaic art where broken ceramics are pieced together to create something new and beautiful. Recycling is intrinsic to Picassiette, as the broken pieces can no longer be used as a plate or a vase but are repurposed to make something new and interesting. This philosophy is at the heart of what we do at Art4Space as we are always looking for ways to make art and crafts sustainable, while retaining creativity and beauty.

With over 25 years' experience running mosaic workshops, we believe mosaic art can be accessible to anyone, whether you see yourself as a creative person or not. Maybe this is why you often find works of mosaic in outsider or naive art, such as the French artist Raymond Isidore and his "La Maison Picassiette". It is often thought that his mosaics were the first to be coined with the term Picassiette.

In the 1930s, Isidore began obsessively covering his entire property with decorative mosaics of salvaged crockery. Translated from French, the term picassiette means “stolen plate” or “broken plate” but also a “scrounger” or “sponger". So when Isidore was given the nickname “Picassiette” it suggests that his neighbours were not originally enthusiastic about his artworks, however these days La Maison Picassiette gets over 30, 000 visitors a year, all keen to catch a glimpse of his original creations!

In our Picassiette class, you will be given different templates to choose from including a cat, bee, beetle or flower. Our experienced and friendly Art4Space tutor will guide you every step of the way, whether you are a beginner or have mosaic experience, so that everyone will leave with a unique Picassiette mosaic to treasure. This is a great hands-on experience with all the materials provided. You are, of course, welcome to bring your own broken crockery pieces to use in your artwork, but we also have boxes full of broken plates, cups and vases for you to rummage in.


Knowledge required
This class is for all levels. It is an adult class for ages 16 and older. Younger people can join if accompanied by an adult. We recommend it is suitable for those over 14 with an adult.
 
What you'll get
  • Boxes full of broken plates, cups, and vases for you to rummage in to create your Picassiette to take home.
  • Snacks and unlimited tea or coffee, plus a glass of wine/bottle of beer if desired.
What to bring
You are welcome to bring your own broken crockery pieces to use in your artwork.
 
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This would also be a nice gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

31 Jeffrey's Road, London, SW4 6QU, England

5-minute walk from Stockwell Tube Station, 8-minute walk from Clapham High Street Overground station.

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Art4Space
Art4Space

4.9 (184)
Instagram followers2k

Art4Space has over 20 years experience with mosaic and the creative industry. They have secured over 350 commissions including The Shard, Silver at Royal Hampton Court Show, Leytonstone Tube Station, London's longest mosaic and London largest school mosaic. You will be taught by one of the directors or leading artist (Julie, Natti and John). Art4Space is an award winning not-for-profit social enterprise founded and run by professional artists. They put visual art at the center of everything they do, connect and enhance communities and inspire individuals through creativity.

Proceeds go towards our community art projects providing vulnerable individuals with mental health support in deprived areas in Lambeth, London.

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