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.
"Only the first session but such a joy to attend a course where the tutor is so sharing of their techniques and experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the first session and am looking forward to the next four."
"I endorse everything that has been said previously. I am currently taking the course in Fehmi's fabulous new studio/workshop which is superbly organised and equipped. Everything is provided and there is a regular supply of refreshments."
"A lovely and unique course and was available in Norwich. A very hands on approach, Fehmi has taken us through several techniques, at each stage, getting us to use a range of mosaic materials and equipment. My design slowly evolved as I did not have a plan, Fehmi advised but let me explore my own creative unfolding, producing a finished piece that I really like. Thanks for the intimacy of a small group and to Fehmi, who was very patient and attentive throughout."
"Really enjoyable course and great to be able to take home a finished product at the end. Fehmi was great at explaining things as we went along and provided a wide variety of materials for us to work with. He was also very helpful, helping me to cut pieces as I only have the use of one hand. I would have been happy to do an extra session as it was a little rushed at the end. I would definitely recommend it to others."
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