Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş

Contact name: Fehmi Gökeş

13
Total bookings

Rating

(16)

about 6 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

While at school in Turkey I enjoyed art lessons enormously. Discovering for the first time the joy of colour, shape and what I could do with them is still with me. Not knowing I had a talent for art I came to England in 1992 and by chance my wife, who trained as an artist, and my mother-in-law saw what was in me and encouraged me to make greetings cards. It didn’t take long to discover that my way of expressing myself is through mosaics. I have been making mosaics since 1996 and have developed my own style by experimenting with different techniques and materials. I like making mosaics in relief rather than flat, and the grout is an integral part of each piece; not just to fill in the gaps. I like combining a variety of mosaic materials and less traditional ones such as wood. I had a shop in Hastings for 5 years, which was also my studio. Talking with people who were enthusiastic about my work was rewarding, and getting commissions, which I have had from all over the world, is proof of their enthusiasm. I moved to Norfolk in 2004 and now I work from home on commissions whilst continuing to explore the possibilities of new techniques through my own work.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Norwich

Mosaic workshop in Norwich

5 weeks

Next date: 29th Jan 2026

3 places left

(12)

£175.00

gold award

Norwich

Mosaic workshop in Norwich (2-day course)

2 days

Next date: 10th Jan 2026

2 places left

(4)

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

23 Nov 25'

Helen reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich (2-day course)

"I completed the 2 day course with Fehmi yesterday and I can honestly say it was brilliant! Fehmi was a wonderful teacher, so talented, knowledgeable and patient. The time flew and I want to do it all again!"

6 Oct 25'

Katie Longwill reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich

"The five week course with Fehmi during the school summer holiday period was the perfect family holiday activity. Fehmi encouraged us to explore our individual ideas under his expert guidance. His studio is the perfect artist's workspace - lots of natural lighting, large work surfaces and a super-organised and extensive collection of materials to work with, paired with a very relaxing and friendly atmosphere. We were inspired by Fehmi's own amazing and very distinctive pieces and hope to visit his next exhibition. Thanks for a wonderful experience, Fehmi!"

Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş responded:

"Thank you Katie. I very much enjoyed you and your daughters' company."

14 Sep 25'

Cesare reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich (2-day course)

"I loved dedicating this time exploring the world of mosaic art! And Fehmi is such a knowledgeable guide! You can see his passion for this craft in every little detail. Amazing location and kind people. Definitely recommended!!"

Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş responded:

"Thank you Cesare."

3 Sep 25'

Linda reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich

"Thank you so much Fehmi, this was a wonderful course. The work you do is inspirational and helped me to stretch my ideas of what mosaics can be. You guided without pushing while introducing us to some solid techniques. I found some of it not as easy as it looks but you were very encouraging of me to keep going emphasising things get easier with practice! I was happy with my finished piece which is now hanging up for all to see. I certainly intend to carry on at home but also come back for further lessons in the future. I highly recommend this course to anyone."

Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş responded:

"Thank you very much Linda. "