🌿 Into the Garden – Flowers & Ferns in Focus
Step into the natural world of glass art by exploring the graceful forms of flowers and ferns. This class focuses on capturing the intricate details of petals, leaves, and fronds, teaching you how to use advanced cutting and shaping techniques to mirror the soft curves and fine lines found in nature. Through thoughtful use of color transitions, shading, and layered opacity, you’ll learn how to create depth and movement that make blossoms and greenery feel alive.
The theme emphasizes the balance between precision and flow—how a sharply cut edge can contrast with delicate transitions to highlight the elegance of botanical design. By studying natural patterns and applying them in glass, you’ll discover how to bring out both the strength and fragility of plants, creating mosaics that reflect the vibrant, organic rhythm of a living garden.
🌟 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
- 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.