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Happy 4th of July!
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As an amateur gardener I have mixed feelings about bunnies, but is this one
adorable or what?
I planted an Asian lily in my
garden recently and the minute I stepped away, a bunny immediately began
chomping away at it.
When I approached, it looked
at me like it owned the place and refused to budge. I know fellow gardeners
can relate!
Nancy brought in a picture
from the internet for inspiration for this piece. I always think that the artwork that come out of the studio are better than the inspiration pictures, as we always change some aspects.
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Free Jewelry Making Class!
Tuesday, July 21, 6:30-7:30 pm
The Taft Library in Mendon sponsors an online jewelry making class a few times a year and there are six seats left! It’s first come, first served so sign up today if you are interested.
Kits to make the jewelry above need to be picked up at the library during their regularly scheduled hours, and are available one week prior to class.
This piece can be used as a pendant, a zipper pull, purse charm, or keychain.
In the class we will be making the kits together.
Click here to register online. You will be sent information about the Zoom link when you register.
Keep in mind, Mendon has wonderful programs throughout the year, so take a look at their other offerings!
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I hope some of you made it to the opening of the New England Mosaic Society (NEMS) show in New Haven last Sunday!
Two of my pieces are in the show. The above one is "Our Brains on AI." The one below is a newer piece and is called "Textures of Tranquility."
The show has been extended and now will be open through August 14th. It's definitely worth a visit!
Creative Arts Workshop
80 Audubon St
New Haven, CT
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It's a juried members show, so all NEMS members who applied had one piece accepted.
For those of you who want to know more about NEMS, it's only $50
per year and offers webinars, the opportunity to have your work in gallery shows, and participation in community projects and events.
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Windows Classes!
I have three more openings in my next windows class on Wed, July 15th!
Previous art experience is not necessary!
Classes are 4 or 6 hours long.
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Beautiful window, Maura! She thrifted and found some great vintage dishes/lids/coasters and together with my supplies she created something wonderful!
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It's a good idea to bring a few online pictures to class to give
me an idea of what you like. It helps me guide you through the process and
choose supplies.
I supply all the materials
including the window; however, if you have sentimental items
like shells, rocks, sea glass, or dishware, bring them with you and I'll let
you know what will work in your piece.
People are always amazed at
what they can create in only 4 hours!
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By the way - feel free to reach out if you are replacing old
wooden windows in your home. I'll come by
and pick up the smaller ones (36x30 or smaller) to be upcycled
in class!
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You make three suncatchers (three different shapes, below is one example), in this three-hour class.
If you have old jewelry (even
broken jewelry!), or pieces from loved ones, this is a great way to use them.
If you don't have any pieces
at home, come and use what I have at the studio!
The suncatcher class only runs
through September as the windows need to stay open for good ventilation.
Join us!
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Remember, there will be no Friday morning classes for the summer!
Since Tuesday mornings are full, you are welcome to join class
on Tuesday afternoon 1-3:30, on Thursdays 10-12:30 the monthly Ladies' Night Out, or Mosaic Saturday!
Pam is holding her first project above, a beautiful sunset coaster!
| Cindy did a stunning job on this tray! She's giving it as a gift to friends who participate in balloon races! | Stephanie made this for her daughter; she used tempered glass for the background. Love it! | |
Another beautiful gift.
People often say that they don't
take mosaics because they don't have room for any artwork in their homes.
But these pieces make great gifts! People also donate their work to silent auctions and put them in gallery shows.
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Leslie's friend Donna started this piece and Leslie finished it for her!
It's a spinner. We add hardware to the top to make it spin from a tree or metal post.
Leslie has made a variety of these in different shapes for friends and family!
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Create Mosaic Succulents
Oct 24 and 25
In this day and a half class we learn to make nine succulents: three out of pottery/china, one out of rocks, and five out of putty.
You will never look at broken crockery the same way again!
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Videos
Here are the free promotional videos for my online courses; Mixed Media Succulent Gardens, and Mixed Media Using Natural Materials.
https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/mixed-media-succulent-gardens-with-cheryl-cohen?
https://createartsonline.com/p/mixed-media-using-natural-materials-with-cheryl-cohen?
You can work out of your own home at your own pace!
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Wednesday is my work from home day, and I’m often asked what I do at home?
One of the many things is
that once a year, I cut cups in half with my wet saw. (I also write this newsletter,
answer email, order supplies, shop for items, answer calls, update my website, and cut wood for substrates (bases).
Last week was my wet saw day!
Once a year I get out my good ol wet saw and cut up cups for my students.
Now I have gorgeous ones to choose from. We use them in mosaic and resin pieces like the one below.
The blue piece below is an example of a common second project (the first being a coaster or light switch cover to learn the basics).
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Monthly
Ladies Night Out
Create Mosaic Jewelry
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My August 7 Ladies' Night Out has openings (no July LNO).
As with all my classes, no previous art experience is necessary!
| It's so fantastic when family and friends create together! | |
Thanks Helen for bringing in 3D printer cast-offs for us to use when making jewelry!
I made these two pendants. They can also be used for backpack pulls, purse charms, magnets and keychains.
I realized, some of the straight pieces in the picture are actually wire that I made into swirls with jewelry pliers.
Anyone in class is welcome to use these fun, colorful, items as we have plenty!
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Mosaic Saturday
July 11 has openings, join us!
Click here to register!
Remember, if you have a pre-paid class package, just text or email me when you want to come instead of registering online.
10-12:30 morning
12:45-3:15 afternoon
10-3:15 full day
| Helen made a great totem with natural materials! | Well done, Sarah! Smashed plate picture frames or mirrors are really popular second projects. | Lisa worked so hard on this lazy Susan! She used Mexican tile, pottery, and ceramic tile. | |
Ruth used slate for the background of this mirror.
She is a master of finding fantastic gizmos and baubles to use on her pieces!
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Abby did a great job on this smalti (thick Italian glass) piece.
She finds great substrates (bases) when thrifting!
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Lots of people are making rocks for their gardens.
They also make amazing gifts!
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Gift Certificates!
The best gifts are experiential! Consider giving a gift of a class for birthdays, family reunions, and other occasions.
Recipients can also use the gift certificates for artwork or jewelry.
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If you are in an organized group (book, card, neighborhood), have a family gathering coming up, or have a birthday (adults and children ages 8 and up) let’s plan an event!
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Adults can choose one of these three options:
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1) coaster/light switch covers
2) mosaic jewelry
3) suncatchers (May-Oct)
In children’s classes, students ages eight and up, can cut tile and cover a wooden shape of their choice.
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Cheryl Cohen Mosaics Art Center
360 Woodland Street
Holliston, MA 01746
508-612-4183
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