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Student Mosaic
Glass on Glass Mosaic
Mosaic Flower Pot
Painted Furniture
Painted Furniture
Paint Your Sneakers
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Bravo School of Art • 2963 Beech Street • San Diego CA 92102 • 619-223-0058

DECORATIVE ART and DIY

Due to Covid-19 in our community, facial coverings may be required in our studio.

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MOSAIC BASICS: DISHES & TILE 2 weeks

Lauren Becker Downey

In this fun and practical 2-part workshop, learn the basics of direct method mosaic while creating a work of art with broken dishes and/or ceramic tiles adhered to an object. Learn about materials, adhesives, cutting skills, designing and grouting. Please bring a hammer, tiles or dishes to break, and the object of your choice to mosaic; a box, tray, table top, vase, wide picture frame, flower pot, etc. (made of terra cotta, glass, metal, ceramics, cement or wood). In the first meeting, students will break, design and apply their broken pieces. Grout at the second meeting. Materials list provided upon registration.

In the weeks between the first and second meeting, you will work on and complete your project at home.

Wednesdays, October 23 & 30 2 - 5pm

Saturdays, November 16 & 23 2 - 5pm

Sundays, December 15 & 22 10am - 1pm

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INTRO TO MOSAIC: GLASS ON GLASS 2 weeks

Lauren Becker Downey

In this exciting beginning level, 2-part workshop, learn how to cut stained glass and combine it with mosaic techniques to produce fabulous light gathering objects of art. Use of colorful glass, (rather than traditional tile or dishes) on a translucent surface is what makes this workshop a unique experience! Materials list provided upon registration.

In the weeks between the first and second meeting, you will work on and complete your project at home.

$114 Bravo member / $132 non-member + $19 Supplies fee

Wednesdays, October 16 & 30 2 - 5pm

Saturdays, November 9 & 23 2 - 5pm

Sundays, December 8 & 22 10am - 1pm

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MOSAIC LAB

Lauren Becker Downey

For those who have previously taken one of Lauren’s mosaic classes and don't need or want the LESSON. Perhaps you prefer to use our studio instead of your home and create on our tables. Please join us. Bring your own supplies. If you need grout supplies to be provided to you, please make advance arrangements and pay $10 more for gloves, grout, sponges, use of the buckets, spatulas, etc. Contact the studio to schedule a 3-hour session that fits your schedule.

$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member

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PAINT YOUR CHUCKS Ages 7 - Adult

Lauren Becker Downey

Bring a pair of clean canvas shoes and express yourself by painting on them with acrylic paint. Your shoes could be Converse Chuck Taylors or any other brand. Sneakers provide a great surface to cover with color, pattern, words and images. Transform your feet into a portable art gallery or political statement! No previous experience required.

$57 Bravo member / $66 non-member + $8 Supplies fee

Saturday, September 28 1 - 4pm

Wednesday, October 23 6 - 9pm

Sunday, October 27 2 - 5pm

Friday, November 1 10am - 1pm

Friday, December 13 1 - 4pm

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MOSAIC PICTURE FRAME Ages 7 to Adult

Lauren Becker Downey

Using buttons, beads, letters, broken ceramic or glass tiles, embellish a simple wooden picture frame to display your treasured photos. Easy and creative art! Create a wonderful gift for friends, family or yourself. No previous experience required

$32 Bravo member / $38 non-member + $8 Supplies fee

Sunday, September 29 12 - 2pm

Friday, October 11 2 - 4pm

Saturday, November 30 2 - 4pm

Wednesday, December 11 6 - 8pm

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PAINTED FUNKY FURNITURE

Lauren Becker Downey

Learn how easy it is to create your own unique piece of decorative functional art by painting images, textures or patterns on furniture! Please bring an old or new chair, small table, stool or bench. Wooden, upholstered or plastic are fine. For inspiration, bring pictures, cards, gift wrap or art books of your favorite artist. Ideas, brushes, paint, etc., will be provided. Priming instructions provided upon registration.

$114 Bravo member / $132 non-member + $12 Supplies fee

Saturday, September 28 10am - 4pm

Thursday, October 17 10am - 4pm

Friday, November 1 11am - 5pm

Friday, December 13 10am - 4pm

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PAINTED WINE GLASS

Lauren Becker Downey

If you've always fancied yourself a budding artist, but there's something about a blank canvas that leaves you drawing a blank, ditch the easel and raise a glass!! Create a one-of-a-kind pair of wine glasses in which to drink your favorite varietal or to give as a gift. Perfect for just about any special occasion; bridal shower, anniversary, birthday, wedding, fancy dinners, etc. Whether you're a novice or an advanced creative person, spend a few hours expressing yourself and have fun painting on glass. Embellish with colorful patterns, intricate or simple designs. Enamel paints, brushes, glassware and ideas for pattern will be provided.

$48 Bravo member / $55 non-member + $12 supplies fee

Wednesday, July 31 6 - 8:30pm

Saturday, August 24 2 - 4:30pm

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NEW!! ART STUDIO ON DEMAND

Don’t have space to create at home? Take advantage of Bravo’s Beech Street Studio creative space. Our tables and easels provide plenty of room for you to spread out to work.

Bring your unfinished projects and work in Bravo's studio. We may (or may not) provide guidance, suggestions, opinions or simply provide you a place to work. Work on your painting, drawing, mosaic, weaving, collage, mixed media, printmaking, etc. Bring your own supplies. Stay as long as you like. Advanced reservations are required.

Only $10 an hour. Pay by the hour.

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