Swan Mosaic

Swan Mosaic is the artistic expression of Xuan My Ho, whose name, Xuan, sounds like “Swan.” A Bay Area mosaic artist, Xuan has been creating unique, handcrafted mosaic art since 1999 and sharing her passion through teaching for the past six years.Her artwork has been collected by renowned rock musician Neil Young in both 2000 and 2007. With solo exhibitions throughout the Bay Area and recognition in juried international exhibitions, Xuan brings decades of artistic experience, creativity, and a deep love of mosaic art to every class.As an instructor, Xuan is patient, energetic, and dedicated to her students. She believes everyone can discover their own artistic voice, regardless of experience. Her teaching approach is hands-on and student-centered, offering individual guidance and encouragement while helping students develop their techniques, sharpen their skills, and gain confidence. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced artist, she wants you to leave class feeling inspired and excited to create more.This is Xuan's first time offering her workshops through ClassBento, and she is delighted to welcome new students to her studio. Here is what some of her students have to say:Karyn B.*"I took this class to learn from an artist I deeply admire, and Xuan is a top-notch instructor! It was a pleasure creating a full table in one weekend—truly inspiring!"*Tam D.*"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the incredible mosaic art class. Xuan's teaching and creativity truly made the experience enriching and enjoyable. I gained not just new skills but also fresh perspectives on art. The techniques we learned, especially the mosaic 3D technique and concept, have already inspired me to pursue new projects. Thank you once again for your dedication and for fostering such a positive learning environment. I look forward to participating in more classes in the future!"*Sue B.*"As a total novice, I had no idea where to begin, but now I feel confident and excited to begin a project on my own. Love my time learning mosaic techniques from Xuan. Expertise is second to none. Looking forward to having my piece hanging at home to share with my friends. I'm probably going to sign up for a third project soon. Thank you, Xuan!"*Mary L.*"Xuan is an energetic, caring mosaic instructor willing to share her comprehensive skills with her students. Class is amazing!"*With a heart rooted in storytelling and a spirit drawn to healing, Xuan creates mosaic art that inspires, delights, and moves people. Drawing from life experiences and the beauty of the world around her, she explores nature, architecture, still life, and impressionistic subjects through a rich combination of materials—from traditional ceramics and glass to unexpected found objects.Every piece reflects her curiosity, creativity, and attention to detail, finished with her signature handcrafted swan—a small but meaningful mark of the artist behind the work.Come join Xuan in her studio, explore the art of mosaics, discover your creativity, and create something uniquely yours!