I first learned to do mosaics at Ghost Ranch with Kathy Thaden more than 10 years ago. I love the meditative nature of the work, but also really enjoy it as a group activity, drinking wine and chatting with friends as we glue and learn together.
I have gravitated toward using stained glass in my work, and specialize in glass-on-glass mosaic pieces and tables. I collect beads, fused glass pieces, stones and other elements that I can build into my work. I also love mosaicking objects (like a deer skill and an old-fashioned porcelain cast-iron sink!) and building sculptures with glass and mosaic elements incorporated.
One of my favorite things about doing mosaic art is the ongoing learning – from my peers, books, master instructors and my mosaic students. There is so much lovely sharing of ideas and helpful tips among mosaic artists. I am learning to fuse glass and create innovative elements for my mosaics as well!
When I’m not playing with glass I work as a consultant (www.amplifyconsultingsolutions.com), and enjoy gardening, cooking, hanging out with friends, camping and playing bocce.
Hello, I’m Erika
