Welcome to the Journal

This is where I share little glimpses of life at Villa Rustica—stories from our days as makers, the workshops we host, and the magic we experience living on the North Coast of NSW.

Greg, a passionate clay enthusiast, and I—mosaic art is my medium—both work from our studios here on the property. Our days are spent creating, tending to the gardens and chickens, and soaking in the beauty and stillness of this special place we’re lucky to call home.

Mosaic Studio Sessions
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Mosaic Studio Sessions

Do you have a dream mosaic project you’ve been meaning to start? Or an unfinished piece waiting to be completed?

We are offering studio sessions!

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Roman Mosaic Workshop
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Roman Mosaic Workshop

Take a look at our Roman Mosaic Workshop, where students combined ancient inspiration with contemporary aesthetics to create mosaics.

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Roman Mosaic Workshop
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Roman Mosaic Workshop

Inspired by her recent visit to Pompeii, Jane is teaching a marble workshop that’s perfect for beginners and experienced artists wanting to work with marble.

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Meditation & Mosaic Workshop
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Meditation & Mosaic Workshop

Join Jane and guest meditation teacher, Gopi Margmieux, for this special experiential workshop of meditation and mosaics.

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Botanical Mosaic Workshop
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Botanical Mosaic Workshop

Join us for our Botanical Mosaic Workshop where you’ll create a unique mosaic of your favourite flower or leaf.

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Mosaic Tapestry Workshop
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Mosaic Tapestry Workshop

Join us for our Mosaic Tapestry Workshop where you’ll create a unique glass tapestry taking inspiration from ancient rugs and textiles.

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Candlemaking Workshops
Jane Furney Jane Furney

Candlemaking Workshops

In our candle-making workshops, participants step into the shoes of a perfumer to discover their favourite fragrances.

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