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A Unique Workshop Experience - Abstract Faces: A Left Turn from Realism by Claire Brill


  • Chester Senior Center 721 Hayes Street Chester, PA, 19013 United States (map)

Do you fear that portraits are too challenging to attempt? This workshop shifts focus away from traditional realism and towards an expressive, abstract approach. Claire will guide you through the art of contour drawing, a freeing technique that eliminates the pressure of perfect proportions. By using these contours as a foundation for mosaic creation, you'll explore how to portray emotions and character traits through the interplay of color, texture, and andamento, giving your work a unique, personal voice without the constraints of realism.

“Pink Lady” by Claire Brill

Workshop Details

  • Zoom Session: Monday, June 30, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM 

Learn and experiment with contour drawing techniques. Claire will guide you through the process, encouraging creativity and fun as you create zany, dynamic drawings. Can't attend live? A recording will be provided to participants.

  • In-Person Sessions:

    • Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    • Sunday, July 13, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Transform your contour drawings into mosaic masterpieces! Dive into techniques like color, texture, tesserae relationships, and andamento (the flow of lines in mosaics). Experimentation and unconventional material use will be encouraged throughout the hands-on sessions.

“Black Hair Angry” by Claire Brill

What You’ll Learn

Claire Brill will share her method of using contour drawings as a foundation for mosaic portrait creation. This unique approach will inspire participants to express emotions and character traits while embracing creativity and experimentation.

“Grief Contour and Mosaic” by Claire Brill

About Claire Brill

Claire is an accomplished mosaic artist based in Media, PA, with years of experience teaching and creating both community-based and individual mosaic art. Drawing inspiration from her studies at the Chicago Mosaic School, Claire encourages students to explore mosaic as a fine art form and to embrace the unconventional.

Early Registration for Members only until 4/30/25 - $350

Member—$375     Guest—$415

Late Registration Begins June 11

Later Member—$400   Late Guest—$425

Registration Closes June 29

 

This workshop offers a playful, inclusive environment where there's no way to fail—only opportunities to grow, explore, and create!

Join us for this enriching artistic journey. Register now to reserve your spot! 

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Artist Claire Brill