Hacienda Mosaico, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Mosaic Mural Making Retreat in Mexico

Ready to travel!?! Me too!

Join me at the beautiful Hacienda Mosaico in November!

November 12 - 18, 2023

Waitlist only.

*Arrival day with welcome happy hour is Sunday the 12th, departure day is Saturday the 18th.
Workshop is Monday - Friday

More info about Hacienda Mosaico here.

Learn skills and techniques need to make gorgeous, long lasting mosaic murals while enjoying the inspiring and relaxing environment at Hacienda Mosaico...one of my all-time favorite places to teach!

During this week-long workshop we will work as a team to create a mosaic mural that we will install together. Uniquely designed for students of all experience levels, workshop participants will come away with skills and techniques they can use to create future projects of their own.

Workshop includes step-by-step instruction in specific mosaic making principles using ceramic, mirror and glass, as well as technical lessons in precision tool use, construction methods for larger works, installation and grouting techniques for murals and other architectural projects. An overview of different project approaches will be presented for working solo or with groups, as well as best practices for creating murals that will look great for years to come.

Additional topics covered:

• Designing for mosaic murals

• Sourcing materials

• Coding and mapping techniques for larger work

• Working with materials of different heights and shapes

• Using the Tile Tape Method to create murals (and why I like it better than mesh)

• Substrates/ adhesives and environmental considerations for murals

• Tips and tricks for painless installation

• Working effectively as a team

The mural we create during the workshop will be of a size and complexity that can be completed and installed during the week while allowing for time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings at Hacienda Mosaico and personal time to relax into a great creative retreat. 

Students may choose to create a small mosaic piece of their own on tile tape to take home outside of workshop hours*. The beautiful, open air studio at Hacienda Mosaico is open 24 hours for students to use.

Some mornings will include discussions about the role of creative expression in our lives and other topics related to inspiration and creative expression.

This workshop offers excellent training for those who want to take their skills to the next level, move into creating larger work, community builders and teachers who would like to create murals for schools or public spaces, and for those just interested in the co-creative process.

Open to students of all levels, although some mosaic experience may be helpful, it is not necessary. Students will need to bring their own tools and some supplies - a full list with links to purchase will be sent out before the workshop.

“This workshop was a fantastic learning retreat. The venue was perfect. The meals were healthy and accommodated even the pickiest eater, the rooms were very comfortable and roomy, and the work area in the back was nirvana. Laurel is so generous with information; she held nothing back, teaching everything about making a mosaic mural from concept to completion. I finally have the confidence to do it on my own. And because of this workshop, I have the impetus to add a bit more bling here or there in my work.” - Janet R, USA

Hacienda Mosaico is one of my favorite places to teach!

I hope you can join me for this fun, community-building creative experience!

Your Investment:

Workshop fee: $2,295 (based on double occupancy.)*

Option to register in full or make a 50% deposit. For other payment arrangements, please contact us.

Final payments are due by October 1, 2023.

Workshop fee includes: 5 days instruction, 6 nights of lodging, breakfast and lunch served poolside by Hacienda Mosaico’s personal chefs, Jorge and Anna, and unlimited access to the beautiful open-air, covered studio. 

Note: Workshop fee does not include flight, taxi to/from airport or dinners. There are plenty of great dinner options to explore that are within walking distance or an easy taxi ride away.

* There are no single rooms available onsite at HM for this retreat. There is one room with a king sized bed for a couple/ 2 people who want to sleep together.

If you require a singe there are off-site options (such as ABB) in the neighborhood that you can arrange yourself. When searching look for Versalles neighborhood.

Not included in workshop but cool:

There are often impromptu group outings into old Puerto Vallarta, excursions to art walks, galleries and outdoor markets, dinners and hang outs. Students have tons of options as to how to spend their time outside of workshop hours. For those who like to stay close to home base there are lots of super close dinner options from sit down restaurants to tacos on the street to take away.

There is a fully equipped kitchen for student use on site and grocery stores within walking distance.

We often enjoy cocktails/ mocktails around the pool and there are ample places for personal quiet time on the grounds.

Note: You must be fully vaccinated to attend this retreat.

Registration:

The REGISTER button above will take you directly to Pay Pal. You will receive a welcome email/ registration confirmation from True Mosaics Studio within 24 hours with a registration form attached, which you’ll be asked to fill out and return.

This retreat is now full. Email to get on the waitlist.

Schedule:
Arrival Sunday/ 5 pm welcome cocktail/ mocktail
Monday - Friday Workshop hours 9 - 4 or 4:30 pm
Depart Saturday

Detailed itinerary will be send to retreat registrants ahead of the workshop.

For more info about Puerto Vallarta and the surrounding small towns, check out this super informative and colorful blog post!

Laurel True has been creating mosaic murals around the world for the past 30 years. She is the co-founder of the Institute of Mosaic Art, Founding Director of the Global Mosaic Project and owner of True Mosaics Studio. Laurel has created over 100 mosaic murals and taught and trained thousands of students, apprentices and volunteers.

Hacienda Mosaico and True Mosaics Studio Cancellation Policy for 2023

A 50% deposit is due to secure a space in the workshop.

Remaining 50% is due 45 days before workshop start date.
Deposit/ fees paid are refundable- minus $50 admin fee- up to 30 days before workshop.
Up to 30 days before start day of workshop deposit/ fees paid can be applied to future workshop
Less than 30 days out from workshop start date fees paid are non-refundable.


Travel Insurance*
It is strongly recommended that all workshop participants purchase Trip Cancellation, Emergency Medical Evacuation, Baggage, Accident and Medical insurance from a reputable insurance company.

Should any workshop/retreat be canceled by Hacienda Mosaico or True Mosaics Studio the entire amount paid will be refunded within fourteen days after cancellation. Once this occurs, Hacienda Mosaico nor True Mosaics Studio have no obligation regarding any additional costs or fees related to the issuance and/or cancellation of airline tickets or other travel reservations.

Hacienda Mosaico or True Mosaics Studio accepts no liability for any airline cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. Nor does it accept liability for canceled flights.


* Neither Hacienda Mosaico or True Mosaics Studio are affiliated with any travel insurance company. It’s up to participants to do their own research and find a company that is a good match for their needs.

Some links to get you started:
www.travelinsured.com or www.travelsafe.com
https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/insurance/travel-insurance/