Dates:
• Aug 22-23, 2023 (4pm-8pm)
• Aug 29-30, 2023 (4pm-8pm)
• Sep 5-6, 2023 (4pm-8pm)
Cost: $100 ($80 class + $20 materials)
Level: Beginner
Instructor: Karen Smith & Linda Troute
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Looking to learn the basics of Gourd Art? Rocky Mountain Folk School is offering classes this August and September. Please join us for (2) four-hour sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays per the above dates. During the course, you’ll learn how to create a gourd vase using your design and provided materials. You’ll also learn valuable skills such as painting with acrylic or specialized dyes, wood burning, and carving.
About the instructors: Karen, one of our instructors, has been practicing gourd art for seven years. Her unique style brings out the natural beauty of gourds in whimsical and unusual ways. She introduced Linda to gourd art over a year ago, and Linda has been creating delightful pieces in a traditional style ever since. Join us for a fun and educational experience in Gourd Art!