CRAFT ACADEMY - INTUITIVE MOSAIC with Tracey Cartledge - Sunday 15th March 2026 - 1.30pm
Thursday 12th March 2026 - Sunday 15th March 2026
NEC, Birmingham
3-Hour workshop
This fabulous masterclass provides an engaging introduction to the ancient art of mosaic, embracing a very contemporary and intuitive approach.
The class will begin with a short talk, during which Tracey will run through the process, explaining health and safety points, showing examples and answering any questions.
Each participant will be provided with a pre-cut piece of lightweight cement board (tile backer board), a mixed selection of mosaic materials and other objects for inclusion, their own set of tools and PPE to use, a tub of coloured cement mortar, mixing pots and spatulas.
Additional materials will be made available to allow plenty of personal choice. Students are also encouraged to bring along their own inclusions too such as old coins/keys/broken chinaware/jewellery etc.
During this class students will learn how to:
• Select suitable materials for their project
• Use tile nippers correctly to safely cut and shape tesserae
• Respond to texture, shape and colour
• Mix and use pigmented cement adhesive
• Create a sense of flow in the placement of their tesserae
Half-day Academy Masterclass tickets also include:
A complimentary entry ticket for you to visit the main shows on Sunday morning, plus all equipment, materials and consumables.
Advisory Note:
This class is suitable for adults aged 16 and above at all levels of ability, including complete beginners.
Meet the Tutor
Tracey Cartledge
Tracey works with communities to design and produce durable mosaics for public spaces and restores heritage mosaic floors and decorative wall surfaces in period properties.
Having taught an independent mosaic evening class every week for almost 12 years, Tracey maintains an active role in community learning. She works in schools, galleries and museums and hosts regular workshops in her studio.
PLEASE NOTE WORKSHOPS ARE NON REFUNDABLE
* Show times are subject to change. Please check the ICHF Events website for up to date timings.
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Total
£65.00
3-Hour workshop
This fabulous masterclass provides an engaging introduction to the ancient art of mosaic, embracing a very contemporary and intuitive approach.
The class will begin with a short talk, during which Tracey will run through the process, explaining health and safety points, showing examples and answering any questions.
Each participant will be provided with a pre-cut piece of lightweight cement board (tile backer board), a mixed selection of mosaic materials and other objects for inclusion, their own set of tools and PPE to use, a tub of coloured cement mortar, mixing pots and spatulas.
Additional materials will be made available to allow plenty of personal choice. Students are also encouraged to bring along their own inclusions too such as old coins/keys/broken chinaware/jewellery etc.
During this class students will learn how to:
• Select suitable materials for their project
• Use tile nippers correctly to safely cut and shape tesserae
• Respond to texture, shape and colour
• Mix and use pigmented cement adhesive
• Create a sense of flow in the placement of their tesserae
Half-day Academy Masterclass tickets also include:
A complimentary entry ticket for you to visit the main shows on Sunday morning, plus all equipment, materials and consumables.
Advisory Note:
This class is suitable for adults aged 16 and above at all levels of ability, including complete beginners.
Meet the Tutor
Tracey Cartledge
Tracey works with communities to design and produce durable mosaics for public spaces and restores heritage mosaic floors and decorative wall surfaces in period properties.
Having taught an independent mosaic evening class every week for almost 12 years, Tracey maintains an active role in community learning. She works in schools, galleries and museums and hosts regular workshops in her studio.
PLEASE NOTE WORKSHOPS ARE NON REFUNDABLE