Rosemaling Lessons

Lesson One
Getting Started
What tools you really need, which tools are optional, How to set up your workspace, and set your expectations. Coming Fall 2022!

Lesson Two
C and S Strokes
The core movement in painting norwegian flowers

Lesson Three
Blending
What is a double load brush? Is it needed? How do I blend acrylic vs. oils?

Lesson 4
Linework
The fine lines and scrolls that make the piece detailed!

Lesson 5
Color Palette
Which colors are traditional? How do I choose my palette?

Lesson 6
Piece Prep
How do I prep my piece? Do I have to sand? Seal? What are my options for background? How do I transfer my pattern?

Lesson 7
Scrolls and Flowers
Building your scrolls, flowers, how to fix mistakes.

Lesson 8
Finishing
How to varnish, Dry, wax and care for the piece.

Lesson 9
Rosemaling Styles
Regions, and style choices

Lesson 10
Designing
How to draw, color and stylize your own pattern

Lesson 11
Rosemaling History
Where did it start? Who did it? How did it grow? When did it become a dying art? When was the revival?

Lesson 12
Rosemaling Study
Famous artists and pieces, getting a pin at Vesterheim, winning competitions.