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I had a great surprise at the CMA2 (Contemporary Mosaic Art 2) conference in Albuquerque last month!
I was given the award for best abstract piece in the gallery show for the piece below.
This is the first national show that I ever applied to, and was thrilled to get two pieces accepted through the jury process. It was such an honor, as it was an outstanding show. Sixty pieces were chosen from 180 applications.
The last thing I expected was to win an award! My first-place ribbon is a bit hard to make out, since it matches my outfit so well!
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If you don't know about CMA2, it's an amazing free mosaic organization with a dynamic website.
They offer Zoom conversations with different mosaic artists around the globe, artist interviews and galleries, classes, and an annual conference.
It is an inspiring group of artists and definitely worth joining!
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This image and the next were created by a wonderful group called ALMA (Apprenticeships for Leaders in Mosaic Arts).
ALMA gives paid internships to local high school students.
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Students learn to mold, glaze, and fire each piece in the mosaic, in addition to designing the images and installing all the outdoor artwork.
ALMA has created 30 mosaics for the Albuquerque convention center alone!
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While on a mosaic tour of Albuquerque, we had lunch at the home of Molly Bell, a local artist who is mosaicking a very large wall in her yard. This is just a small section!
And she made 50 of us an amazing lunch!
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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.
My succulent class last month was fun and everyone did such an amazing job!
Stella, above, had a shallow china bowl at home and decided to use it as a base for her succulent!
| Laura, Nicole and Michala are an aunt, mother and daughter group. There is nothing like family creating together! | |
I never cease to be amazed at what people can learn and create in just a day and a half! We make a huge mess and have a lot of fun.
Krista did a great job!
| Katie lives around the corner and had never been to my class. It was so great to have her in the group! | Sisters Tracy and Kathy really knocked it out of the park like the others in class, such a fun group! | |
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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NEW class on Fridays, 10-12:30! Now you have more options for coming to the studio!
Often, students with class packages come on the same day each week.
However, everyone has the option to switch to another day as needed to accommodate appointments and other activities.
| Margaret made this great organizer/planter, stunning! | Sue made mushrooms for a friend's fairy garden, so thoughtful! | Rachel made this as a commission for a friend. Nice job! | Great job on this abstract, Susan! | Donna worked so hard on this piece and it shows! | |
Windows and Suncatcher Classes!
Both my windows and suncatchers classes are only taught in the warmer months, as the windows of the studio need to stay open for good ventilation.
Register now and save the dates for my 2026 classes that run from May-Sept.
They are already filling up, so register soon!
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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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Monthly
Ladies Night Out
Create Mosaic Jewelry
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My April 10 Ladies' Night Out has some spaces left.
As with all my classes, no previous art experience is necessary!
| It's so nice when friends create together! | |
Mosaic Saturday
The Mosaic Saturday on April 11 has openings in the morning class and April 25 has openings in both sessions.
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
| Wow, Marcia worked so hard on this project and it was totally worth the time! | Carol brought the middle three tiles home from her trip to Spain. Such a nice memory! | Angie and Robin are a fun mother/daughter duo to have in class! | I love how this came out, Geneva! | |
I had two great private groups last month. Thanks Anita (above) and Sarah (below) for bringing your wonderful friends!
Sometimes the gatherings are for an occasion, and other times, like these two, it's just fun to get together!
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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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"Taking Joy in Living is a Woman's Best Cosmetic," is what is written on this mosaic above the square mirror.
It was in Molly's bathroom in Albuquerque!
Some of these pieces are as small as a dime, and she molds, fires and glazes each one. She worked at ALMA and uses their technique.
I fell in love with this mosaic as well as this quote!
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Cheryl Cohen Mosaics Art Center
360 Woodland Street
Holliston, MA 01746
508-612-4183
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