Here is Susan's schedule of classes. She also teaches private lesssons, and to small groups (2 students or more). Rates start at $40./hour for singles. $50./hour for two.

BEGINNING TEMPERED GLASS MOSAICS (No previous mosaics experience necessary. Repeat students welcome.) Where: Susan's studio in Nevada City When: Saturday 13 March - Sunday 14 March Time: (11-4) and (1-4) What: Susan will teach the basics of the tempered glass application. Some of the topics: Review of some of the leading tempered glass artists, the possibilities, tools, supplies and where to get them, and four adhesives will be discussed and demonstrated (including Susan's 2 favorites). You will do a small opaque piece (on wood) and a small glass-on-glass piece. You can bring your own decorative papers, photos, or other flat (paper-thin) mementos if you'd like. You'll be delighted with this simple technique and the art you create in just one weekend! First class: prepping, decorating, glassing. Second class: Grouting and sealing. Cost: $140 + $10 materials fee. Please email/call Susan if you have any questions or to make your reservation. It's gonna be fun!

BEGINNING MOSAICS (EXTERIOR MOSAICS)

The focus of this class is on creating mosaics that are intended to "live" outside.
A perfect class for those with no or very little mosaic experience.
(No previous mosaics experience necessary. Repeat students welcome.)

Where: Susan's studio in Nevada City

When: TBA

What: Lots of information in this class! Prep, safety, tools, all the crazy-fun materials (Broken dishes and tiles are just the tip of the iceberg!), design basics, adhesives, grouting, sealing, finishing. We will make a 10 x 10" stepping stone or lawn flower.
Feel free to bring your own crockery, tiles, etc..

First class: Lecture and hands-on mosaic-making.
Second class: Grouting, sealing, finishing.
Cost: $175. (all materials provided)
Please email Susan if you have any questions or to make your reservation.

BEGINNING MOSAICS (INTERIOR MOSAICS)

The focus of this class in on creating decorative mosaics that will "live" indoors.
A perfect class for those with no or very little mosaic experience.
(No previous mosaics experience necessary. Repeat students welcome.)

Where: Susan's studio in Nevada City

When: TBA

What: Lots of information in this class! Prep, safety, tools, all the crazy-fun materials (Broken dishes and tiles are just the tip of the iceberg!), design basics, adhesives, grouting, sealing, finishing. We will make a 10 x 10" wall-hanging.
Feel free to bring your own crockery, tiles, etc..
First class: Lecture and hands-on mosaic-making.
Second class: Grouting, sealing, finishing.
Cost: $175. (all materials included)
Please email Susan if you have any questions or to make your reservation.

PRIVATE LESSONS

Susan is also available for private lessons, at times convenient to you. Contact her to make an appointment.

TESTIMONIALS:

"Thanks for a great couple of days in your cabin in the woods. I have admired your work from afar and feel so privileged to have seen it and met YOU in person and can now call you friend!! You are an amazing teacher as well as a gifted artist and I can't wait to start in with all I've learned from you." ~Donna

"THAT WAS A HOOT! Thank you for being the great teacher that you are!
I thoroughly enjoyed both classes, the process, being in your environment, and learning a new technique. Your class was well thought out, and our finished masterpieces proved to be the trophy of the day!" ~Terry

"The class was brilliant and learning new techniques is always a good thing! It was just fun watching you work Susan and being in your space." ~Kim

"There is some possibility you've ruined my life. I'm going to spend all my money taking classes, buying books and purchasing shiny bobbles. :-) I may never produce another piece but, by God, I will have a pirates booty of supplies. Oh, how I curse you and your magical works of art." ~Rhonda

"Susan, you have an incredible gift that you share so easily, so beautifully. Your class this weekend was far beyond expectation. The ability you have to share your knowledge in a fun, understandable, safe and nurturing fashion made me - and I dare to say all participants - feel welcome. A more complete recognition of your talent becomes evident when one attempts the work. ahhh, I can only dream." ~Valesca

"I wanted to thank you for providing such a fabulous class. I had a blast and have all kinds of ideas for new projects, thanks to your patient and fun approach to teaching. You have amazing talent." ~Wendy