Earth & Fire by Rosario Wilke (9/25 9am-4pm)
Earth & Fire by Rosario Wilke (9/25 9am-4pm)

Earth & Fire by Rosario Wilke (9/25 9am-4pm)

Date + Time: Friday, September 25th from 9am-4pm
Level: Intermediate

Join artist and instructor Rosario Wilke in the creation of this hand-carved gourd vessel.  She will guide you step by step through three new and distinct texture carving techniques that give the surface depth, rhythm, and movement.  Using acrylic paint, you will learn different painting techniques to create the look of aged leather, a faux-Verdi green patina technique brings the appearance of weathered copper and timeworn beauty.  Finally, you will inlay copper wire as accents that weave through the design like delicate traces of light, adding warmth, elegance, and a look that feels both ancient and contemporary.

$95.00
Earth & Fire by Rosario Wilke (9/25 9am-4pm)
Earth & Fire by Rosario Wilke (9/25 9am-4pm)
$95.00

Every Welburn Gourd is naturally grown, making each one unique. We grade our gourds based on structural integrity and workable surface. Not shell color.

Premium Quality

  • 90–99.5% workable surface
  • Minimal natural growing characteristics
  • Little preparation required


Standard Quality

  • More natural character
  • Same sturdy shells
  • Great for artists comfortable with a little extra prep

→ Learn how we grade our gourds

Orders are processed within 5-7 business days before shipping.

We ship orders Tuesday through Friday only. Orders are not shipped on weekends or holidays.

Gourd orders are carefully hand-selected, cleaned, and packed to ensure you receive the best quality possible.

You'll receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information as soon as your order is on its way.

Tools to bring:

  • A clean inside and out 6 - 7 inch canteen gourd with an opening of 3 Inches on both sides. You can bring your own or pre-order it at Welburn for $20. Refer to the sample picture to cut the opening or email the instructor at rosariowilke@gmail.com
  • Dust musk or respirator
  • Dremel or similar rotary tool (no battery operated please)
  • all the burrs you already own (if you need a comprehensive list please contact the instructor)
  • heat gun or hair dryer
  • electric sander: if you are traveling or don’t have one, instructor will have a couple of the sanders to share while in class
  • sanding sponges
  • riffler files
  • 20 or 22 gage copper wire
  • GourdMaster metallic inks:
    • Deep Turquoise
    • Brass
    • Ocean Mist
    • Gecko Green
    • Steel Blue
  • round and flat medium size paint brushes
  • power strip
  • your general gourding tool box which will be helpful.

What will be provided:

  • Step by step written instructions
  • copper sheet
  • cord
  • dowel
  • sealer
  • stone base
  • Pin hammers
  • anvil or flat steel blocks will be provided to use while in class.

Cancellation Policy:

  • For a full refund, notice of cancellation must be received 14 days prior to the start of class to respect our teacher's time and preparation of materials.
  • Cancellations received outside of 14-day window are non-refundable. Credit may be applied towards a future class.
  • Contact our office by phone (760-728-4271) or by emailing info@welburngourdfarm.com to cancel.
    • Please leave a voicemail if we're unable to answer the phone.

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