Basic Mosaic Course – Compositional Rules – 2 days (14 hours)

Individual course at the school In Tessere – Narni Scalo (TR), Italy

Duration: 2 days (14 hours)
Type: Theoretical-practical in-depth course

Course description

A course dedicated to the study of compositional rules of mosaic, designed for those who want to understand the principles that guide the construction of a mosaic work.
During the two days, ancient canons and the study of trends will be addressed, to understand the placement of tiles in various techniques and styles.
Practical exercises are planned, essential for acquiring compositional awareness and design skills.

Contents

• Study of the compositional standards of ancient mosaic art

• Analysis and application of patterns

• Understanding how to lay the tiles and tesserae

• In-depth study of the direct technique

Objectives

• Interpret and apply traditional compositional principles

• Understand the function of patterns in aesthetic and structural rendering

• Read and design laying patterns

• Acquire design awareness for mosaic works

Program

1st day

• Morning: presentation, theoretical introduction to compositional standards

• Afternoon: practical exercises on patterns

2nd day

• Guided exercises on laying patterns

• Delivery of participation certificate

Materials included

• Mosaic tool set

• Teaching manual
  

• Materials for exercises

• Materials for mosaic works (usable in subsequent courses)

Registration methods

• You can purchase the entire course or reserve your spot with a fee of 120 € (non-refundable, valid for 1 year).
• The amount of the reservation will be deducted from the total cost of the course.
• The balance must be paid on-site the day before the course starts.