
Nature in Motion — Expressive Mosaic Workshop 11-16 May 2026
About the Course
A 6-day immersive mosaic workshop set in a quiet hilltop village in the Sabina mountains.
Participants will design and create their own mosaic, inspired by motion and energy in nature, while learning contemporary and traditional techniques in a small, supportive group setting.
The course combines hands-on making, shared meals, and time to enjoy the surrounding landscape.
Programme
Monday, 11th
Arrival, welcome, introduction Painting and glazing tiles, kiln firing Dinner & group gathering
Tuesday, 12th Introduction to mosaic styles and concepts Sketching and developing ideas Tool demonstration Afternoon walk Opening the kiln
Wednesday – Thursday 13th-14th Mosaic making Applying work to the adhesive
Friday 15th Finishing process: peeling, grouting Documentation (photos & videos) Closing evening with wine
Saturday 16th Departure day / relaxed morning
Participation Options
Full Experience — €1,250 Includes an additional first day dedicated to painting and glazing your own ceramic tiles, which will be fired and used in your mosaic.
Standard Experience — €1,100 Join from Tuesday and focus on mosaic design and construction using prepared materials.
What’s Included
● Mosaic course & materials
● Accommodation in shared village houses
● All meals
● Pick-up from the nearest train station
About the Course
● A 6-day immersive mosaic workshop set in a quiet hilltop village in the Sabina mountains.
● Participants will design and create their own mosaic, inspired by natural forms and rhythms, while learning traditional and contemporary techniques in a small, supportive group setting.
● The course combines hands-on making, shared meals, and time to enjoy the surrounding landscape. One group dinner in a local restaurant
Facilitators and Enquiries
Laura O’Hagan
+353872477417
Website: lauraohagan.com
Instagram: @lauraohaganartist
Email: ohaganlaura@gmail.com
Magda Toth
+353863619571
Websites: magdatoth.com
manimaceramics.com
Email magda.d.toth@gmail.com