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SONYA Gibbons attended her first mosaic workshop 20 years ago with one simple goal: to tile her bathroom floor.<\/p>\n

What she didn’t realise then was that one day she’d be leading workshops of her own, teaching others how to express themselves through the colourful, meditative art form.<\/p>\n

Gibbons stepped into the teaching role at Northern Rivers Tiles & Mosaics two years ago when owner Joye Spink became too busy running the shop to continue.<\/p>\n

“I enjoy getting people together and inspiring them to take up the art form, make beautiful pieces for their homes and gardens and believe in their own creativity,” she said.<\/p>\n

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Sonya Gibbons from Northern Rivers Tiles & Mosaics. Photo: SUPPLIE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Now, Gibbons is inviting newcomers and curious creatives to join two upcoming workshops: a beginner mosaic workshop starting on July 6, and a mindful mandala workshop beginning August 7.<\/p>\n

Participants will learn the fundamentals of mosaic art, from design through to grouting, over four classes and will leave with a finished piece of their own.<\/p>\n

“We will make a trivet in the workshop, but you can mosaic wall hangings, pots, tables, pavers, birdbaths, walls,” Gibbons said.<\/p>\n

“Some participants come to a workshop to gain the confidence to take on a larger project they have in mind, such as mosaicing a large outdoor area.”<\/p>\n

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A mandala mosaic. Photo: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Gibbons originally trained in nursing and wellness coaching, but now focuses on mindfulness through creativity.<\/p>\n

“I love creating, recycling, making my own unique artwork and practicing a meditative flow,” she said.<\/p>\n

She said doing a mosaic workshop is a great way for people to do something for themselves, take a break from daily demands and meet like-minded people.<\/p>\n

For more information or to book, visit nrtiles.com\/workshops<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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