This course offers the opportunity to learn two Ravenna techniques: direct method on temporary binder (lime) and direct method on cement mortar.
The direct method on lime, invented in the 20th century in Ravenna, allows for methodical and precise work, enabling the creation of high-quality mosaic artworks.
Through the direct method on cement mortar, on the other hand, you will learn to create the mosaic gradually, in sections, day by day.
All steps and secrets of both techniques will be explained, with a focus on practical experience in cutting tesserae using the hammer and hardie.
You will have access to a variety of materials, including marble, smalti, and gold. During the course, we will focus on creating a replica of both a Roman and a Byzantine or medieval mosaic detail. Upon completion of the course, thanks to the acquired skills, you will be able to create all the mosaics you desire independently!
COST
The total cost of the course is € 730
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 40 hours with lessons from Monday to Friday (h 9.00 - 13.00, 14.00 - 18.00)
GOAL
The goal will be to create two mosaics, one of about 12x16 inches and the other one 10x14 inches.
This course introduces you to the Ravenna technique on thinset/mortar, teaching you how to create a mosaic artwork by working in sections. Throughout the course, you will work on a mosaic inspired by an ancient detail from the Byzantine, Roman, or Medieval era, using the same materials that were used centuries ago and that we still favor at Koko Mosaico: fine marbles, Venetian smalti, and even gold tesserae.
On the first day of the course, you'll choose your subject from the many ancient mosaic designs available in our studio.
You will learn about tracing papers, and you will have the opportunity to cut some of the materials into tesserae using the traditional tools: the hammer and hardie.
You will also learn how to prepare the mortar, transfer the design onto it, and correctly place the tesserae. Finally, you will deepen your understanding of the "andamenti", essential for creating a harmonious composition.
Section by section, with patience and precision, you will complete your beautiful mosaic.
At Koko Mosaico, we use this technique daily to create most of our works! Once you've mastered it, you can also use it to create modern mosaics, thus opening up new creative possibilities for your future projects.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 470
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 20 hours.
GOAL
The goal will be to create a mosaic of about 13 x 10 inches.
Students will be able to do copies from ancient roman floors mosaic in opus vermiculatum, the most refined mosaic, with tiny tesserae (from 1 to 4 mm).
This is a particular kind of mosaic with polychrome tesserae, variegated, multi-colored and fine, complex and refined drawing.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 730,00
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 40 hours.
GOAL
The goal will be to create a mosaic of about 6x6 inches.
In this course you will create a mosaic of your own design, translating your drawing, a painting or a photograph into a mosaic.
You and the staff of Koko mosaico will decide together the most suitable technique for your project.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 850
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 40 hours.
GOAL
The goal will be to create a mosaic of about 12x16 inches.
(10:00-13:00 AND 14:00-18:00)
This course allows you to create a beautiful small mosaic inspired by an ancient Byzantine, Roman, or Medieval detail. You will craft a replica using the same materials as the ancients did—and as we still do at Koko Mosaico. At your disposal: marbles, precious Venetian smalti, and even a touch of gold tesserae.
You will bring your artwork to life by experiencing every phase of the Ravenna method on thinset/mortar: from cutting tesserae with ancient tools such as the hammer and the hardie, preparing the cementitious adhesive, transferring the design, mastering the best way to set the tesserae and understanding the fundamentals of "andamento"—all the way to completing your piece.
At the end of the course, the mosaic will be yours to take home as a unique and personal memory of this experience.
Whether you’re an experienced mosaicist or trying mosaic for the first time, working with this technique on a subject inspired by the ancients will allow you to learn, experiment, and dive deeply into how we create mosaics here in our atelier.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 250,00 per person.
COST FOR GROUPS
Cost for groups (minimum 10, maximum 20 people) 200,00 € per person
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 7 hours with lessons in these hours 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-18:00.
GOAL
The goal will be to create one mosaic of about 7x7 inches.
(9:00-13:00 OR 14:00-18:00)
You will make a copy of an ancient mosaic from the Roman, Byzantine or Medieval period, cemented directly onto a substrate.
You'll participate in every phase of the creation of your piece (except for the cutting of material into small pieces using traditional tools, the hardie and the hammer, however you will see a cutting demonstration). You can choose between marble, glass (smalti) and/or gold tessere, depending on which design you have chosen to copy.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 160,00 per person.
COST FOR GROUPS
Cost for groups (minimum 10, maximum 20 people) 120,00 € per person
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 4 hours with lessons in these hours 9:00-13:00 or 14:00-18:00.
GOAL
The goal will be to create one mosaic of about 7x7 inches.
Are you attracted by the ancient art of mosaic, do you want to get involved, but you have very little time available? In this short course, you will discover the steps of the direct technique on thinset, you will have the opportunity to create a small mosaic that will remain yours.
At your disposal marbles, smalti and small ceramics, the result will be a beautiful souvenir of Ravenna!
COST
The total cost of the course is € 95,00 per person.
COST FOR GROUPS
Cost for groups (minimum 10, maximum 20 people) 80,00 € per person
DURATION
The total duration of the course is 2 hours
GOAL
The goal will be to create one mosaic of about 4x4 inches.
HALF-DAY, ABOUT THREE HOURS
With this course you'll have the opportunity to create something special with your family, while learning the techniques of an ancient craft. Have you ever wondered how a mosaic is made? And what materials are used? How is the design transferred onto the cement? How does one cut the material into small bits (tesserae)? In this course you'll have fun while making a mosaic from start to finish. The course consists of a tour of our studio, the explanation of just what a mosaicist does, a demonstration of cutting material into 'tesserae' using the traditional hammer and hardie, preparation of the cement, the transfer of the design, and the creation of your own mosaic measuring approximately 25x 25 cm (a mosaic of this dimension allows up to six people to work simultaneously).
The final piece is yours and is ready to take home and hang on the wall a memory of a shared time and a souvenir of Ravenna, made with your own hands.
COST
The total cost of the course is € 200,00.
DURATION
The total duration of the course is about 3 hours.
GOAL
The goal will be to create one mosaic of about 25x 25 cm.
MINIMUM OF 10 PEOPLE, MAXIMUM OF 20
Koko Mosaico offers guided visits to the contemporary mosaic studio, including a demonstration of mosaic technique.
Have you ever wondered how a mosaic is made?
What material is it made of?
How do you cut the mosaic tesserae?
What's the difference between ancient mosaics and contemporary mosaics?
The staff at Koko Mosaico will explain the ancient craft of mosaic, and show you exactly how one is made.
You will help cut the marble into little pieces (tesserae) using the traditional tools called hardie and hammer.
All the steps necessary to complete a mosaic artwork will be demonstrated, and you are invited to give free rein to your curiosity and ask us all the questions you like.
Our studio can accommodate up to 20 people at a time.
More details and bookings: info@kokomosaico.com
COST
5,00 €/person. Teachers, people with disabilities and those that accompany them, do not pay.
DURATION
The demonstration takes about 20/30 minutes, depending on the number of questions.
To discover the content of this course please click here: https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/direct-ravenna-method-with-arianna-gallo
Please note, this online mosaic course is avaibale only in English.
To discover the content of this course please click here: https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/contemporary-direct-method-with-arianna-gallo
Please note, this online mosaic course is avaibale only in English.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to create a self-portrait in mosaic, just like the professionals? Or are you curious how to approach mosaic portraiture in a contemporary style? This online course offered by Mosaic Arts Online is designed to guide you through the process of creating your own self-portrait mosaic, from start to finish, with the expertise and guidance of the artist Arianna Gallo. You can create a portrait of someone other than yourself using all of the same methods Arianna teaches in this course.
To learn more about this course and enroll, click this LINK
https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/direct-ravenna-method-with-arianna-gallo
Online mosaic course curated by Mosaic Arts Online, with Arianna Gallo teaching her signature “Crazy Opus” composition technique.
In this course, you will learn how to use Italian and Mexican smalti, cut into small square tesserae, to create a composition that appears spontaneous but is carefully designed to generate rhythm, texture, and movement. You will also focus on color gradation and smooth transitions, with Arianna guiding you step by step.
Whether you're creating a background or a stand-alone abstract piece, this method brings a fresh energy to mosaic making—fun and liberating. It’s a technique that allows you to move beyond traditional andamento, while staying grounded in fine craftsmanship and your artistic intuition.
To discover the content of this course please click here: https://mosaicartsonline.com/p/crazy-opus-mosaic
Please note, this online mosaic course is available only in English.