Claremont, CA Mixed Media Open Studio Art Instructions

Come to the mosaic or art studio and learn many techniques to keep you creating at home and in the art studio. Open Studio located off the 10 freeway for easy commute.

I am learning mosaic techniques in the area of Claremont/Pomona, in the San Gabriel Valley, and have branched out in several other mixed media projects. The teacher offering the guidance is Leanne Turner, a well rounded artist also offering drawing and painting, tile making, glass art, assemblage and mosaic ideas in every medium imaginable. Bring your idea and create in any art media. I am practicing drawing and painting for flat unit origami.

If you are familiar with my artistic items, you may have guessed my focus is paper. My first project in Leanne's studio was a paper mosaic. She guided me through a painting process that had a unique design all my own developed in only two workshop sessions. This first project was a decoupaged cigar box, a technique I had not any experience with. I already can think of additional uses for my first design idea.

If you are in the San Gabriel Valley area, including San Dimas, La Verne, West Covina, Covina and Pomona, the art space is open to anyone interested in developing their mixed media arts and crafts projects.

The first image below is a simple paper picture covered in broken glass. All the spaces were filled with black grout. Project done. The glass is available in studio. A project can be started on your very first session. A piece like this can be applied to an old dinner plate, serving tray or a small cabinet door from discarded furniture.

Special Invite By Leanne Turner

Need a space to explore and discover your creative side?
Open to all levels beginners to advance.
Come and explore your creative spirit. Work with clay, paper, paint, glue and fabric.
Explore and discover your potential in medium you're unfamiliar with.
Create in the studio atmosphere.
Meet others and share ideas. Discover--Child's view--Hidden talent.
Over 40 years of art experience. Work at your own pace and level.

"Busy Lifestyle"..."Come and go as you please"..."Make your own schedule"

Call me at 909-239-1863.

Beginner mosaic piece

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Mosaics Ideas and General Drawing and Painting

Applying glass to a project like the rabbit below is as relaxing as putting a puzzle together or knitting a familiar sweater pattern. No need to transport till it is complete and ready to take home.

The art sessions by Leanne Turner are offered in her studio. Easy on and off the 10 Freeway at Towne Ave. Leanne also offers guidance in drawing, painting including landscape, still life and portraiture. These are not classes but a DIY space, because some want camaraderie during their creating time. If you can not afford the "She Shed" this is the next best place.

Paper mache object covered in glass

Artist Leanne Turner

Starting in January 2018 a reasonable monthly flat fee gets you started in creating. Space and instructions are available in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. For the month come anytime Tuesday through Thursday.

Kiln time available for firing small to medium sized objects, of glass, clay and greenware glazing. Sorry, pottery wheel not on site. Ages 13 - Adult.

If you live near the Hughes Center in Claremont consider visiting Leanne during the Monday morning glass fusion sessions. Leanne will guide you through the process and get your pieces fired in the on-site kiln.

Use art glass for a mosaic	Make decorative pieces
Cover paper mache with glass	A small wall hanging

Studio Tools and Supplies Available

Below is an example of tools needed for making your first mosaic. These tools and many supplies, such as, gout, glass and sheets of plastic are available for use at the studio. As a beginner in drawing. or painting experiment with in-studio paints or pencils before buying what you need for your own paint or tool box.

Example of Mosaic Tools Used in Class

3 Pcs Mosaic Tool Set, Carbide Trimmer Nipper Pliers, Wheeled Nipper Pliers and Pistol Grip Wheel...

Set of 3 pieces for Mosaic and Ceramic Art Includes: 1 Carbide Tipped Mosaic Trimmer Nipper 1 Carbide Wheeled Nippers 1 Quality Pistol Grip Oil-Fed Cutter with Carbide Wheel Gre...

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KISENG Combination Glass Cutter Floor Mirror Stained Mosaic Quarry Glass Tile Pliers Tile Cutter ...

KISENG Combination Glass Cutter Floor Mirror Stained Mosaic Quarry Glass Tile Pliers Tile Cutter Tool Glass Cutting Hand Tool What is the material of glass ceramic tile pliers m...

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TOP TOOLS TOP-RP Running Pliers

Use running pliers to "run" a score along glass and break glass pieces with ease. Simply position the jaws of these durable metal pliers at the end of your score on the edge of ...

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Come by her studio Tuesday through Thursday for introduction and chat of project details. For spring of 2018 Leanne is doing a custom designed front door entrance in hundreds of handmade and kiln fired pieces. more pictures at Leanne Turner Mosaic, Painting, and Drawing Instructions in Claremont / Pomona, CA. on Pinterest.

In 2016 she completed an outdoor mosaic for the City of Monrovia.

You can get further information by calling Leanne at 909-239-1863. All art in these pictures by Leanne.

Accent Pottery You Have in the Yard or Patio

Accented pottery by student

Dressed up flower pot by student

Learn Ceramics and Have Projects Fired

Mosaic of custom pottery pieces, tile and glass

Art by Leanne Turner

Updated: 08/04/2018, paperfacets

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paperfacets on 07/29/2018

HI Mira. Since our teacher is so diverse we can work in many mediums. We use fired clay, ceramics and glass to make more than just wall art.

Mira on 07/29/2018

I like Leanne's art. I went to a mosaic workshop here in Bucharest too and I would love to get some more instruction and guidance in how to make mosaics. You're lucky to have learned from an artist like Leanne (I really like the images you're showing).