Welcome to Gourd Studio Workshop
Hi! I am Jenn Avery, your gourd art instructor. I have been using gourds as a natural canvas for nearly 25 years.
Over the years I have developed an expertise with pyrography, but I also combine other media such as ink, acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, carving, inlay, weaving and gold leaf to enhance the burning and make my pieces complete.
I am looking forward to getting to know you and help you get started with gourd art, and walk with you to increase your skills.
Not sure where to start?
If you are new to gourd pyrography then click the button below for a great introduction to this art form, or just browse below to see what I am currently offering!
Available Products
Rabbit Gourd Pyrography
Using the gourd as your canvas, create a detailed pyrography drawing of a rabbit sitting amongst the brambles.
8 Butterflies Gourd Pyrography
You do not need to own every pyrography pen in order to create stunning designs. This class will show you how to get the most out of just 3 pens to explore mark making using a butterfly pattern.
Celtic Knots
Create Celtic Art on Gourds with Pyrography
I will take some of the mystery of creating Celtic knots so that you can design your own and freehand them onto your gourds. We will also go over the basics of pyrography so you can burn your knots directly into the gourd.
Celtic Borders
Struggling with Celtic border patterns?
I will teach you how to design Celtic borders and make it fit onto your gourd. I will also give you instruction on burning your design onto your gourd so that you lines are crisp and your shading smooth.
Celtic Spirals
Did you ever want to know how to draw and map out Celtic Spirals on a gourd?
This course will take you through three stages from drawing a simple spiral to a complex design along with three finished projects!