Mosaics - Concrete Spheres

Substrates, adhesives, mesh, additives, specialty tools, and some stone tile materials

• Small pebbles or even interesting small gravel!
• From rivers or lakeside (forage responsibly -  be mindful of habitats and shoreline bylaws)  
• Or buy 3-4 bags of pebbles from a dollar store. Avoid stones which have varnish or are very highly polished. They don't adhere well. 
• All natural materials should be squeaky clean and dry before arrival.
• NOTE: Specialty tools will be provided, but if you prefer to use your own standard tile nippers, they are available at Home Depot (around $18-20).
• Large containers for storing stones
• Apron
• Dollar store safety goggles
• 2-3 pairs of good rubber gloves + medical-type disposable gloves
• Several round disposable containers for mixing adhesives (500ml yogurt/sour cream containers are the perfect size - round containers are better than square for this purpose)
• LOTS of cotton (t-shirts) rags
• Pen/pencils, markers, paper, scissors, notepad
• Several plastic bags, including one large garbage bag for covering work to cure

Mandatory Studio Safety Practices

Your health and safety is our priority. Our studio environments can have a number of objects, tools and chemicals that require personal protective equipment (PPE) or other consideration for your well-being. All persons (including faculty, staff and students) are asked to observe the following while in the shops and studios:

• Wear sturdy and appropriate shoes such as sneakers, closed leather shoes or work boots open-toed shoes, flip-flops or high heels are not allowed
• No long, dangling clothing or accessories (scarves, flowing sleeves, chains, long necklaces, etc.)
• Long hair must be tied back
• No bare skin if exposure to chemicals or tools/machinery is likely
• Appropriate PPE is mandatory when operating tools and equipment within the studios.
• Please consult with the faculty or studio technician to determine the appropriate PPE required for specific machines and studio processes.
  

Fit tests are required for courses requiring a respirator as noted on your material list. Arrangements will be made on-site. As these are mandatory safety practices, we will follow up directly with students who may have oversighted the above. Individuals may be asked to address any concerns before continuing to work in the studio. Be sure to buy appropriate, good-quality safety articles and equipment, i.e. safety boots, protective eyewear, hearing protection, work gloves, x-acto knives, etc. - ask your supplier for advice.