PIECES OF ME: LEGACY SELF-PORTRAIT WORKSHOP // ASHEVILLE // MAY 14-16, 2026
In this workshop, you will create a very personal mixed media mosaic self- portrait. What makes this self-portrait unique is that it will feature meaningful personal pieces, symbols and memorabilia unique to your life story. Your self-portrait may not look anything like you but will be all about you. You might include references to your family, your pets, your fondest memories, and symbols that represent various parts of your personality. With each new item you add into the art, you will be thinking about the meaning it has for you and what you want those viewing it to know about you. It can be whimsical or realistic or whatever you want it to be.
I will help you design your portrait and teach various mosaic methods, including but not limited to glass cutting, adhesives, grouting and finishing. At the finish of the workshop you will go home with a very special framed work of art all about you. No prior mosaic experience is required.
In this workshop, you will create a very personal mixed media mosaic self- portrait. What makes this self-portrait unique is that it will feature meaningful personal pieces, symbols and memorabilia unique to your life story. Your self-portrait may not look anything like you but will be all about you. You might include references to your family, your pets, your fondest memories, and symbols that represent various parts of your personality. With each new item you add into the art, you will be thinking about the meaning it has for you and what you want those viewing it to know about you. It can be whimsical or realistic or whatever you want it to be.
I will help you design your portrait and teach various mosaic methods, including but not limited to glass cutting, adhesives, grouting and finishing. At the finish of the workshop you will go home with a very special framed work of art all about you. No prior mosaic experience is required.
In this workshop, you will create a very personal mixed media mosaic self- portrait. What makes this self-portrait unique is that it will feature meaningful personal pieces, symbols and memorabilia unique to your life story. Your self-portrait may not look anything like you but will be all about you. You might include references to your family, your pets, your fondest memories, and symbols that represent various parts of your personality. With each new item you add into the art, you will be thinking about the meaning it has for you and what you want those viewing it to know about you. It can be whimsical or realistic or whatever you want it to be.
I will help you design your portrait and teach various mosaic methods, including but not limited to glass cutting, adhesives, grouting and finishing. At the finish of the workshop you will go home with a very special framed work of art all about you. No prior mosaic experience is required.
SUPPLIES & MATERIALS PROVIDED
scrap glass
mosaic tools
a variety of adhesives
grout
filler, baubles, and beads
glass cutting tools
diagonal and side wire cutters
WHAT YOU BRING
a frame you love with the glass intact (no larger than 11×13)
or two smaller frames (5×7 or 4×6)items to make your bouquet (jewelry, beads, earrings, plastic, shells, wood, pearls, metal, rhinestones etc.)
If you are in need of more fancy items and more this-and-that to put in your mixed media mosaic, Debra is now curating Custom Collections for purchase. She has been collecting for many years and would be happy to put together a package for you. She will select treasures from her studio to include flowers, leaves, baubles and beads designed around your desired color palette and based on your budget. She will collaborate with you and share photos. She can bring those to your workshop or ship if you prefer. If this interests you, email Debra at Debra@DebraMagerMosaics.com to start shopping!