Introduction to Glass on Glass Mosaic – May 23 and 30

Often referred ot as “GOG”, glass-on-glass mosaic is translucent stained glass adhered to clear glass with clear adhesive, so light shines through, achieving a similar effect to leaded glass, but allowing for more fluidity, spontaneity and detail.

GOG mosaic is very versatile. It can be applied to reclaimed windows and picture frames, used as suncatchers and privacy screens, or can be used on glass vessels and other objects, like glass vases and votives, and can be used indoors or out.

Peacock mosaic by JK Mosaic

During this workshop, students will complete an 8″ x 10″ mosaic on a glass pane. I have a kit prepared to ship out (find as a separate item) containing a new 8 x 10 photo frame, a tube of adhesive, popsicle sticks for spreading glue, wheeled glass nippers and grout, and about 2 lbs of scrap glass. Students will need a spatula or other grouting tool, rubber gloves, dust mask (your handy covid mask will work), dry rags, some containers for mixing grout and water for cleanup, two small eye-screws for hanging, and a space where you can make a mess. You may want to order extra glass to be able to complete a specific design and to make mistakes and play. I can send some resources for purchasing glass, and if you need a pattern, I’ll send a few simple designs to choose from. *It is not necessary to purchase a kit if you already have many of the items or can source them locally, but touch bases with me to get a checklist.

Glass on glass mosaic privacy screen for a massage office.

We’ll meet on the 23rd from 10am to noon and go over the steps for creating glass-on-glass mosaic. We’ll work together until the steps are clear, but by noon students will likely be ready to continue working on your own at your own pace. I scheduled the final step, grouting, for the following Saturday so that students can work at a leisurely pace, taking as long as necessary, and we can touch bases as necessary. Then, on the 30th, we’ll have another session, and will grout our projects, which can then be inserted back into the frames.