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Handmade gifts from the children will always be a favourite with any mum. Depending on how well made they are, they can still be treasured possessions many years later.
This month a workshop called Mother’s Day Mosaics, designed specifically to help adults make something special for mum, is taking place at Estuary Arts Centre in Orewa.
Alternatively, the chance to take part in the workshop could be given as a gift for mum, or provide the opportunity for a mother and daughter or son to work together on a piece.
The six-hour workshop takes place over two days and finishes with High Tea. It is being led by mosaic artist Jo Luker, who will guide participants in the process of making an outdoor garden piece.
All materials are supplied – the mosaics will utilise broken china that Jo has collected, instead of the more commonly used glass or tiles.
“A lot of people have china passed down in the family,” Joanne says. “But when a piece breaks it is hard to throw it away so using pieces of it to create a beautiful mosaic is a way of retaining these links to our family histories.”
Other recycled materials will also be used – simple driftwood or rocks will be provided to use as natural bases. However, participants are also welcome to bring their own materials.
The class is suitable for anyone and no prior art experience is necessary.
Info: estuaryarts.org
