Travel back to Ancient Rome in this immersive artist led mosaic workshop using hand-cut marble tesserae and traditional hand tools and methods.
Under the guidance of Melbourne based artist Cetta Pilati, you will create a 15cm by 15cm mosaic inspired by the ancient artworks on display in ROME: Empire, Power, People. In this workshop you will learn and practice traditional Roman placement techniques that require no grouting, while gaining a deeper understanding of marble placement and composition.
Before the workshop, gain exclusive access to explore ROME: Empire, Power, People after-hours to draw inspiration from the mosaics on display.
Tickets
Adult $195
Concession $190
Senior $190
Member $180
Date & Time
Wednesday evenings
13 May, 17 June, 26 Aug & 14 Oct
Access to ROME: Empire, Power, People
5:30 to 6:15pm
Workshop with Cetta Pilati
6:15 to 9pm
Key information
Located in Treetops. This workshop is for adults 18+. All materials are provided.
WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
Cetta Pilati is a Melbourne-based sculptor working with marble and steel, uniting these materials through traditional, labour-intensive processes. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from RMIT University (1992). Drawing on the Roman mosaic method alongside contemporary metalwork, her practice is grounded in hand craftsmanship, material integrity and a deep respect for enduring techniques.
ACCESSIBILITY
Please view our accessibility page for general information. A sensory map of Melbourne Museum can be found on our Visual Stories page where step-by-step visual and written access guides are available. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.
