Pembrokeshire slate mosaics with Wild Slate Workshops - half day inspired by coast, land and legend
Description
Discover the timeless art of mosaic-making in rural Pembrokeshire. Using locally sourced slate - hand picked from this region's ancient landscape - along with glass, stone, metal, and a selection of handmade tesserae (small pieces used to create a mosaic), you'll create a unique mosaic artwork that reflects the colours, textures, and spirit of South West Wales. Under experienced guidance, you'll learn traditional and contemporary techniques for cutting, shaping, and arranging natural materials into a stunning composition. Whether you're a complete beginner or already have some creative experience, you'll leave with a finished mosaic ready to display in your home, as well as a renewed connection to the land that inspired your creation. You will be able to create your composition to directly reflect the colours and textures of the Pembrokeshire landscape, or allow it to develop in a completely abstract and organic way, allowing the materials to shine in their own right. What you'll experience: ✅ Explore design inspiration from Pembrokeshire's dramatic coastline, rolling hills, prehistoric stone monuments and glorious colour scapes. ✅ Learn mosaic techniques using slate, glass, stone, metal and handmade tesserae that you will place in various ways to evoke texture and interest. ✅ Work with locally sourced materials - authentic Pembrokeshire slate and reclaimed elements. ✅ Create a stunning mosaic artwork to take home. ✅ Enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and an unhurried pace with small group sizes to ensure personal guidance. Workshops are held in a gorgeous, purpose-built, sustainable craft space that is nestled in a rural village location, surrounded by the same landscapes that inspire the work - a space to slow down, reconnect, and create something truly one-of-a-kind. This is an opportunity for you to fully engage in a craft that is completely absorbing and mindful. Who it's for: ✅ Creative beginners and craft enthusiasts. ✅ Visitors seeking a memorable Pembrokeshire experience. ✅ Locals interested in learning a new craft rooted in their own landscape. No mosaic experience is needed - just curiosity and an appreciation of beautiful materials. This workshop is ideal for anyone who loves nature, creativity and learning new skills. It's a great activity for solo travellers, couples, or small groups - if you love creativity, you'll love this experience! Please note: the minimum age to attend this workshop is 14 and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. If you're feeling extra creative and inspired, you might like to try a full day and make 2 mosaics. See my other listing for information on the full day workshop.
What's included in the price?
You will have everything you need to complete your mosaic: ⚒️ All materials and tools. ⚒️ Use of local Pembrokeshire slate and stone, plus glass and metal accents as well as tesserae handmade or hand-embellished by me in other interesting and exciting materials. ⚒️ An apron is provided to protect your clothing and personal protective equipment is available to ensure your safety. ⚒️ Tea, coffee, and light refreshments. ⚒️ Guidance and demonstration throughout as well as the enthusiasm of your fellow mosaicists.
Duration
3½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hi, I'm Niki and I've been a creative person my entire life. While living all over the world, I've soaked up many cultures and experiences that have shaped my creative identity and honed my crafting skills. I love encouraging creativity and artistic pursuits in others and believe that we should all aim to embrace art and craft in all its forms. I particularly love working with natural materials especially stone and glass which has led me to slate, a material that my home is surrounded by and which underpins the landscape in my beautiful county of Pembrokeshire. From this elemental love of the landscapes and legends of West Wales, Wild Slate Workshops was born. Passing on my knowledge and skills to others is a joy and I am excited to be sharing them with you.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- UK Holiday
- Romantic
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Christmas
- Hen dos
- Father's Day
- Corporate days out & team building
- Mother's Day
- Suitable for beginners
- Parking provided
FAQs
The half day workshop starts at 9.30am and finishes at 1pm which is plenty of time for you to complete your mosaic without feeling hurried at all and I will be there to help you at all times.
Just bring your sense of curiosity and love of trying new things. Everything that you need will be provided to create your mosaic including snacks and drinks.
Yes, I can offer private group workshops and creative sessions for small groups of no more than 8 people. Please message me to discuss dates and your requirements.
Comfortable clothes that you won't mind getting a little dusty or marked with adhesive. I will provide you with an apron to protect your clothing as much as possible. Closed shoes are recommended due to cutting glass and other materials.
You'll be fully supported throughout the workshop. I demonstrate each technique clearly, check in regularly, and offer a variety of pre-prepared elements if you feel using the cutting tools will be difficult for you. Everyone works at their own pace and I aim to ensure that all participants end the workshop with a deep sense of satisfaction and achievement.
Yes! All of the slate is collected by me and my husband on dog walks and countryside rambles using a backpack or a bucket. We occasionally collect larger pieces by car from a local farmer or from the local slate quarry. We also source reclaimed Welsh slate roof tiles from our local area.
No experience at all is needed. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as creative makers who want to try something new. All techniques will be demonstrated step-by-step.
Yes definitely! If you have some materials such as small pebbles, shells or pieces of glass and pottery, that you would like to include in your mosaics then please bring them along to see if you can use them in your designs.
All participants must be aged 14 and over due to the use of cutting tools and materials with potentially sharp edges as well as the use of fine motor skills. Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
There is parking available for 5 vehicles at Y Stiwdio with one space designated for disabled use. There is limited on street parking and participants are able to use the car park at Canolfan Hermon which is a very short walk from Y Stiwdio. Y Stiwdio very respectfully asks that on street parking is avoided in order not to impede local residents.
Yes, Y Stiwdio is a fully accessible with level access and a wheelchair-friendly toilet. If you have other accessibility needs such as hearing loss or issues with dexterity, please message me as I will do everything possible to ensure you are able to participate fully.
Yes. There are two 22kw public Pod Point charging points within a 10 min walk of the venue. They can be found at Penllain garage, Aweldg, Hermon SA36 0DS.
