Flower Garden Mosaic
Step into a weekend of color, creativity, and botanical beauty in our Flower Garden Mosaic retreat. This three-day glass-on-glass mosaic workshop is designed for students who want to create expressive floral artwork while learning how to shape petals, leaves, and flowing organic forms through shaping by shaving.
Throughout the retreat, students will build a direct method glass-on-glass mosaic that can be completed, framed, and ready to display. This workshop is ideal for anyone wanting to strengthen their cutting skills, improve movement and flow in their compositions, and gain confidence with Kory Dollar’s signature mosaic methods.
What You’ll Learn & Create
- Create a direct method GOG mosaic designed around floral movement and botanical flow
- Learn precision glass cutting using nippers, scoring tools, and running pliers
- Practice Kory Dollar’s signature cutting techniques for crisp, clean edges
- Discover how to add movement, depth, and softness using signature cuts and thoughtful placement
- Explore color selection, opacity, and balance within a floral design
- Learn techniques for avoiding grout bleed
- Watch a live grout demo on Sunday and finish onsite, or schedule a return grouting session with Kathie Wise for $50
Thursday Fusing Night Add-On
Students may check in on Thursday beginning at 3:00 PM and join our optional Night Before Retreat Inclusion Making session for $85. This fusing night gives students the opportunity to create inclusions for upcoming mosaics or for the flower garden piece they will be working on during the retreat.
During this mini-class, students can explore full fusing dots and create custom inclusions to add a personal touch to their mosaic work. It is a fun and inspiring way to begin the retreat and prepare materials that make your artwork even more unique.
Why You’ll Love It
- Hands-on instruction from Kory Dollar, nationally recognized mosaic artist
- All materials provided — glass, grout, adhesive, and tool use included
- Beautiful floral inspiration with movement, layering, and botanical elegance
- A supportive, creative atmosphere where you can learn alongside fellow mosaic enthusiasts
- Leave with new skills, more confidence, and a finished one-of-a-kind artwork
Kory’s teaching method breaks the process down into clear, approachable steps that help remove self-doubt and build confidence in both cutting and design.
Retreat Details
This is a three-day retreat held Friday through Sunday.
- Retreat tuition: $599
- Meal and venue fee: $100
- Optional Thursday Fusing Night: $85
- Lodging is optional and billed separately
- Thursday check-in begins: 3:00 PM
Students are welcome to bring wine or other adult beverages, and we are 420 friendly.
Lodging & Comfort
Lodging is available for students who would like to stay onsite, but it is optional and not included in retreat pricing.
Our studio lodging is simple, creative, and cozy.
- Bunks are built into the wall and include nearby outlets
- Bedding, pillows, ear plugs, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided
- Please bring hard-bottom slippers for comfort
- Wear clothes you do not mind getting glue on — it does not wash out
Meals & Studio Access
The studio is open until 10:00 PM, though instruction ends at 5:00 PM. After hours, please work quietly and respectfully using individual lights and quiet voices.
Your $100 meal/venue fee includes:
- 2 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 2 dinners
- snacks and refreshments throughout the weekend
Shared meals are a special part of the retreat experience and help create connection and community. There are no nearby restaurants, so meals are planned to keep everyone comfortable and well fed.
Bonus: If you stay Thursday night, Friday breakfast is included.
If you are joining us Thursday evening, feel free to bring something to share for the potluck.
Traveling from Out of Town?
Airport pickup and drop-off are available for $75 each way. Because taxi and ride service options are limited in the area, advance reservation is recommended. To reserve airport transportation, email Kory@marvelousmosaic.com.
Payment & Cancellation
- All sales are final
- If you cancel more than 45 days before the retreat, a transfer is available if your spot fills
- If you cancel less than 15 days before the retreat, credit is forfeited
- One reschedule is allowed within 6 months
- Final payment is due 30 days before the event
Why Join Us?
This retreat is more than a class — it is a creative weekend filled with hands-on learning, community meals, evening studio hours, and the chance to create meaningful artwork in an inspiring setting. You will leave with stronger technical skills, a better understanding of floral movement and shaping, and a finished mosaic that reflects your own style.
Stay Connected
Follow along and stay inspired with Marvelous Mosaic Fine Art on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and join our Glass on Glass Mosaic Artist Community online.
Limited spots are available. Reserve your place and let your creativity bloom.
Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions about this retreat.