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Glass Mosaics Mosaic art is enjoying a resurgence in the United States — and glass, in its many forms, is playing a major role in this new wave of artistic creativity. In this workshop, you will look at several types of glass, focusing on the traditional Italian smalti and comparing it to products from Mexico, China, and the United States. In addition, a sampling of other mosaic materials is available, including marble and stone. WORKSHOP Glass Mosaics with Carol Stirton-Broad July 31–Aug 3 — $525 You will initially produce a small sampler using traditional techniques. Next, you will design a larger piece, using these materials in your own style. Finally, you will learn design transfer and create your final work of art using the direct method. You will be encouraged to experiment with a variety of tools including hammers, hardies, and glass nippers. Carol Stirton-Broad holds a B.F.A. from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art, and has also studied at Glasgow School of Art (Scotland), Orsoni (Venice, Italy), Scuola Arte del Mosaico (Ravenna, Italy), and the Chicago Mosaic School. Carol has taught ceramic and mosaic workshops at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Institute of Contemporary Art (Philadelphia), Fleisher Art Memorial (Philadelphia), Main Line Art Center (Haverford, PA), and Abington Art Center (Jenkintown, PA). Carol’s work has been exhibited in many locations, including The Magic Garden, The Clay Studio, Ariana Gallery (Royal Oak, MI), the Bath House Cultural Center (Dallas), Abington Art Center, Fleisher Art Memorial, Main Line Art Center, Philadelphia Art Alliance, and Tyler School of Art. 8 Workshops at Bryn Athyn Register at brynathyn.edu/workshops 9