Code:
F-8-3
Code:
F-8-3
Faux Basketry Carving
Instructor: Bonnie Gibson
Level: All Students:
20 Fee: $45
Description: Fool the
casual observer with what appears to be rows of carved and inset
coiled basketry! You'll learn to design and layout a gourd to use this
technique effectively. Carving,
woodburning and a minimal use of paint will be used to create striking
accent areas of faux basketry. (Students
will learn the basketry technique only.
Other decorative applications can be added as desired after class
is over. )
Students should bring a Dremel,
Foredom or other similar rotary tool and any burs you have on hand.
Bring a good quality dust mask, a woodburner with a skew tip, and
please bring a cleaned gourd that is suitable for carving (at least
1/4" thick is preferable). Overall
gourd
size and shape is not important.
Paint will be provided. Note:
this class will teach the Faux Basketry carving technique only, so you
will not go home with a finished gourd.
In many
cases, the same gourd may be used
for more than one technique class if you wish.
Note: this class will teach the
filigree carving technique only, so you will not go home with a finished
gourd. In many cases, the
same gourd may be used for more than one technique class if you
wish.