The Contemporary Direct Method with Arianna Gallo

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.

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.