Event 2024 Gary Drostle Masterclass

Gary Drostle Masterclass

Working in Venetian Smalti

 

Discover the world of mosaic in glass enamels with this introduction to working with Glass Smalti. Participants will make a 15cm x 15cm mosaic panel in smalti using the direct technique.  These panels will form part of the BAMM community mosaic that will be made at the event. 

Experience Level:   Beginner/Intermediate

What the course covers: 

  • Introduction to smalti
  • What is smalti
  • Standard plates verses Piastrina
  • Where is it made / different suppliers
  • How to cut - from plates to B-cuts
  • Cutting with a hammer
  • Laying out cement
  • Placing and interstices
  • Colour mixing
  • Andamento