Meet Gourd Art Master, Kristy Dial
A gourd art teacher, promoter of the art form, and addicted to the Southwest Style Kristy Dial's southwest style is simple and powerful, and her teaching style makes learning her…
Buying Gourds and Supplies Online from the Western U.S.
If you are living in another county or in the remote rural areas in the west. Let’s take a closer look at the best way of buying gourds and supplies…
Two Easy Santa Claus Gourd projects Painted on Pear Gourds
These easy Santa Claus gourd projects are the perfect for a beginner in gourd art. Wonderfully talented, Deborah Adele is a great teacher with some unique ways to easily add…
Beginner’s Guide to Embossing Powder Techniques with Maria Delos
Beginners Guide to Embossing Powder Techniques on Gourds will help you learn the best technique and process for using this media. Watch how product developer and gourd artist, Maria Delos,…
2 Easy Ways to Inlay a Stone in a Gourd
This post will discuss 2 ways to inlay a stone into a gourd. I will talk about the tools and sources and then you can watch two gourd artists,Bonnie Gibson…
Bill Colligen: Master of bronze patina surfaces on gourds
By enlarge, the common thread in the work of Bill Colligen is an Eastern influence. It runs parallel with his spiritual journey and has become a big influence in his…
How do you cover a gourd using air-dry clays and craft molds?
In this post you will learn background information about using air-dry clay and silicone molds. Then watch a video to help you create a gourd covered with clay textures! This…
Review of Sanders and Sanding Tools for your Gourd Toolbox
I will review your choices for Sanding Tools for your Gourd Art. You will find that many of your decision will be determined by the gourd and your dexterity. Just…
How to find and modify “Google” images into original artwork and 3 different ways to transfer designs to your gourd for wood burning
In this post, I will share my process on how to modify “Google” images into an original artwork. I will show you how to take others’ work and add to…
Guide to the Skinning and Filigree Gourd Carving Process
The skinning and filigree gourd carving process takes practice and the right tools. Learn what tools are preferred and watch videos that demonstrate the skinning and filigree gourd carving process…