Whether you live in Todos Santos or are just passing through on vacation, the beautiful landscapes and warm light are sure to inspire your creative side. With spectacular surroundings – the crashing surf, green mountains, unique sunsets – it is no wonder that Todos is an artist haven, home to more than 31 artists. While you should definitely tour through the many art galleries in town, one of the best ways to experience the Todos art scene is to jump right in and create your own masterpiece. Try your hand at a Paper Tile Mosaic Art class taught by well known Todos Santos artist, Nanette Hayles.
In her Paper Tile Mosaic Art Class, students will learn to create a mosiac with paper tiles. Using high-end slick quality paper from magazines such as Architectural Digest, Vogue and Vanity Fair, your designs will come to life, one piece of paper at a time. With a “hands on”, step by step approach, Nanette will lead you through the entire process. This course is great for everyone – beginning and advanced artists alike (and even for novices who wouldn’t even deign to call themselves “artists”).
The class takes place in Nanette’s beautiful home/studio/garden setting. The relaxed atmosphere her home offers makes the creative process comfortable, fun and productive. During the class, you’ll have ample opportunity to get to know Nanette, learn about her life as an artist and ask questions about what life is like as an artist in Todos Santos.
Whether you participate in a full day class (9am to 5pm), or a half day class (10am to 2pm), one of the highlights of your experience will be the delicious lunch that Nanette personally prepares for you. Our guests rave about her cooking!
After a day spent watching your artistic vision come to life through paper tile m, you’ll be sure to have a deeper understanding about the magnetism of Todos Santos and why so many artists have made it their home. You can arrange the class through Villa Santa Cruz, or contact Nanette directly at nehayles@gmail.com.
N.E. Hayles in Studio
More Details:
– Pricing: $1,200 pesos for all day session; $700 pesos for half day session (both with lunch).
– Classes include materials except magazines, please bring four.
– Minimum 2 participants, Maximum 8 participants.
– Visit the N.E. Hayles website at https://www.nehayles.com/
More Information about N.E. Hayles:
Artist N.E. Hayles has lived in Todos Santos, Mexico since 1990 and has exhibited works in the United States, Japan and Mexico for over 25 years. With degrees from the University of California at Santa Barbara and U.C. Berkeley in social sciences and education, she is a self taught artist and a master of the paper tile mosaic. Her art has been on display in the Galería de Todos Santos for a number of years and is currently displayed in her own gallery in Todos Santos.
Known for her unique paper tile mosaics, her pieces range from small to large format. They are available as commissions, originals, Nash Limited Edition Iris Prints, Epson Archival Prints, posters and postcards and cover such varied art themes as portraits, angels, florals, landscapes, seascapes, abstracts, architectural interiors and exteriors. In addition to working in paper tile mosaics, N.E. Hayles also works in oils, ceramics, venetian tiles and one of a kind furniture.
