Gourd art involves creating works of art on gourd shells through carving, shaping, polishing, painting, pyrography, etc. Gourds are in the same plant family as pumpkins. When dried, gourd shells have an appearance similar to wood.
In this section you can find gourd carving tutorials, tips, discussion forums, and other how-to information for gourd artists and crafters(papers icon), supplies ranging from gourd seeds to carving tools(thread icon), as well as links to online shops with unique handcrafted items available made from gourds(shop icon).
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Muddled Moose-- Gourd Art. One-of-a-kind, freehand designs. Carved and pyroengraved. Some weaving and natural embellishments added. Bowls, purses, masks, more.
Welburn Gourd Farm-- The world's largest supplier and grower of organic hard-shell gourds for more than 24 years. A Welburn gourd is the gourd of choice for musical instruments, basketry, woodburning, staining, painting, beading and more. If you have not yet worked with a Welburn gourd, now is the right time to give it a try!
The American Gourd Society-- The American Gourd Society promotes interest in all activities relating to gourds: cultivation, historical uses, gourd show competition, craftwork, and artistic decoration.
- Gourdaments-- Home of the Gourdaments! Natural gourd creations full of whimsy and creativity.
- Mindy Hawkins' Gourd Sculptures-- Mindy Hawkins is an artist from Jacksonville, FL who creates wonderful works of art by converting gourds into wonderful birds, fruits, and other beautiful items
JC and Nan-de Southwest Art-- Nan Ramzel and George Contreras' southwest art collection. One-of-a-kind pieces using either gourds, corn, clay or other materials.
Primitive Originals-- The nation's gourd supply source! A full line of tools, kits, cords, books, woodburners, Pyro Paper, safety items and sinew, as well as many items unique to Primitive Originals: KumiLoom kumihimo braid weaving loom, Beadstop awl, Workshop Series, clipart series, beading designs, washi tools, kumihimo books and tools and much more.
- Art by Geri-- Examples of different mediums. Recent work mostly in gourd art. Painted gourds, leather-dyed gourds, carved and woodburned gourds and combinations of methods. The most intricate and time-consuming are the carved gourds. Also listed are the books that the artist been published in, galleries she is in and a list of testimonals from clients that have purchased her work.
- Gourd in Hand-- Photos of gourd work, a brief biography, links, shows and hopefully soon an order page. Some updating needs to take place, but it is in the works.
- Cyndee Newick: Earthborn Gourd Creations-- California artist Cyndee Newick creates gourd art vessels, figures, birdhouses and more, primarily using translucent acrylic mediums on home- and farm-grown organic gourds. Designs often incorporate nature, mythic and ethnic themes.
- The Gourd Of Eden-- Unique gourd fine art for collectors, hobbyists and the world at large. Come and visit to enjoy a fresh persepctive on gourds!
- North Carolina Gourd Society-- Online information on the Alpha Chapter of the American Gourd Society, North Carolina Gourd Society. Tips for growing gourds, types of gourds and other gourd information posted on our web site.
- Creative Gourd Designs-- Gourd fine art influenced by southwestern culture has lead to the creation of spirit people, spirit maidens, missions bowls, gourd masks and cactus gardens.
- Summerbird Designs-- Beadwork and fine gourd art by Oglala Lakota artist Dusti Lockey. All pieces are one-of-a-kind and made using only the finest materials available.
- Original Gourds by Emily Brinac-- One-of-a kind gourd art by Emily Brinac.
- The Gourd Gallery-- The Gourd Gallery carries an extensive collection of gourd art from around the world or, as Proust might say, from many worlds. Some items are fun, some functional; many are both. All capture the color, texture, sound and soul of their rich cultural heritages. Hard-shelled gourds are as durable as wood and as varied in shape and style as Mother Nature herself. They present the perfect canvas for world-class artists from Peru to China, Australia to Yugoslavia, Africa to the United States. At The Gourd Gallery you will find gourd musical instruments, fashion accessories, birdhouses, masks--an eclectic assortment of whimsical gifts.
- Cindy Lee Art Studio-- A beautiful selection of both functional and decorative fine art gourds.
- Mardi Gourds-- Mardi Gourds carries a full range of the finest tools and supplies for gourd crafting, including the new ink dyes that are all the rage, kits, and tutorials. Also featured is a gallery of fine art gourds by award-winning artist Mary Segreto.
- Meadowbrooke Gourds, Inc.-- An extensive line of gourds for every season including Easter, Halloween, Christmas and even a line of all-season gourds including outdoor birdhouses. The gourds are grown and crafted at the factory in Carlisle, PA and are 100% American-made with pride!
- Jewell's Gourd Art-- Various gourd artwork for sale.
- California Gourds-- California-based supplier of hardshell gourds, crafting kits, books, tool, supplies and more.
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