Mosaic workshops begin June 24 at Keweenaw Krayons

MOHAWK -- Keweenaw Krayons recycled art program will continue with a series of Mosaic workshops. The workshops, facilitated by ceramic and glass artist Colleen Carroll, will take place Wednesday, June 24; Friday, June 26; and Wednesday, July 1, at the Keweenaw Krayons studio, located in the Mohawk School.

Ceramic and glass artist Colleen Carroll exhibits some of her work at the Houghton Art and Music Festival June 13, 2009. (Photo © 2009 Keweenaw Now)

Colleen Carroll is a ceramic and glass artist living in Calumet. Prior to earning her BFA from Finlandia University, Colleen earned a BS degree in Education and taught grades 4 and 5. She has been making and teaching art locally and will be directing the summer arts camp at the Copper Country Community Art Center in Hancock this August.

The sessions are as follows:

Day 1: Wednesday, June 24, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Class time with open studio from 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Participants must attend this class.

Day 2: Friday, June 26, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Class time with open studio from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Day 3: Wednesday, July 1, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Open studio to catch up, make up, or seal grout.

Participants can create a mosaic using one of Keweenaw Krayons flower pots or they are welcome to bring something small from home to use as a base. Ceramic, glass or wood are acceptable materials as long as the piece is not flexible. (No metal or plastic). Wood should be water proofed (commercial sealer or 4 parts water to 1 part white glue, 4 coats).

Some possible ideas of items to bring are: candle holders, picture frame, vase, stepping stone, mirror frame, light fixture, wood box, soap dish, tissue box, cup, etc.

There will be ceramic and glass pieces available to choose from, but participants may want to bring some treasures of their own including: broken tiles of dishes, beads, shells, stones, marbles, stained glass, pebbles, mirror, jewelry, trinkets, figurines, broken bottles, coins, etc.

There is no charge for the class but donations of cash, pop cans, time, supplies and/or plants are appreciated.

Class size is limited and registration is required. To register participants can call 337-4706 or email staff@keweenawkrayons.com.

The summer recycled art project is funded in part through the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, Copper Country Community Arts Council and the Denise Marth Memorial grant through the Superior Child Abuse Prevention Council.