🦋 Whimsical Creatures & Insects – Fantasy & Finesse (Jun 26–28, 2026)
Step into a world of imagination in this 3-day Glass on Glass mosaic retreat with Kory Dollar. From butterflies and dragonflies to fantasy creatures of your own design, this workshop is about playful detail, whimsy, and finesse. Learn how to shape wings, antennae, and flowing forms with bright colors and delicate textures.
🌟 What You’ll Learn & Create
- Direct method GOG mosaic — complete and framed, ready to display
- Precision glass cutting with nippers, scoring tools, and running pliers
- Kory Dollar’s signature cutting techniques for crisp, clean edges
- How to add movement and depth using Kory’s signature cuts
- Selecting colors, varying opacity, and balancing a design
- Avoiding grout bleed and
- Live grout demo Sunday — finish onsite or schedule at time to come back with Kathie Wise for $50
💙 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
- Ocean theme inspiration — coral, waves, and shimmering reflections
- Supportive creative atmosphere — learn alongside fellow mosaic enthusiasts
- Leave with confidence — Kory’s method simplifies the process and removes self-doubt
🏡 Retreat Details
- Bunks built into the wall — sturdy, cozy, and outlets nearby
- Amenities provided — bedding, pillows, ear plugs, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash
- Bring hard-bottom slippers for comfort
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting glue on — it doesn’t wash out!
🍽 Meals & Studio Access
- Studio open until 10 PM (instruction ends at 5 PM) — please respect this rule and only work with individual lights and quiet voices after 10 pm
- $100 meal/venue fee includes:
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
- Snacks & refreshments all weekend
- Shared meals foster community (no restaurants nearby)
- Bonus: Thursday night stay includes Friday breakfast
- Potluck Thursday if you are joining — bring something to share
✈️ Traveling from Out of Town?
- Airport pickup/drop-off available for $75 each way
- Reserve in advance (limited taxi/ride service in area) – email Kory@marvelousmosaic.com to reserve
💳 Payment & Cancellation
- All sales final
- Cancel >45 days: transfer available if spot fills
- Cancel <15 days: credit forfeited
- One reschedule allowed within 6 months
- Final payment due 30 days before event
💙 Why Join Us?
- Hands-on learning with expert artists
- Community meals & conversations
- Evening studio hours for extra creativity
- Leave with new skills and a one-of-a-kind artwork
📣 Stay Connected
- 🔗 Follow us on Facebook
- 👩🎨 Join our Glass on Glass (GOG) Mosaic Artist Community
- 📬 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook
✨ Limited spots available – reserve today and let your creativity shine! ✨
Do not hesitate to reach out and ask questions about this retreat.
♦ Enhance Your Retreat with Custom Inclusions
Add a special touch to your mosaic art with our “Night Before Retreat Inclusion Making” session — a perfect mini-class you can bundle with any workshop! For $85, you’ll explore the art of full fusing dots and learn how to craft personalized inclusions from your own photos, ready to incorporate into your retreat projects.
Want to make your mosaic truly your own? Check it out and add it when you register: Marvelous Mosaic Inclusions Add-On.