This video will cover the first steps in gourd artistry:

oDrying and cleaning of the gourds
oBasic preparation
oColor blocking

Melynda demonstrates the construction of one of her most popular projects, the hand-painted gourd Uncle Sam Birdhouse on this feature length video. All of the artist's techniques, tips and secrets to take a raw gourd from crusty vegetable to a unique, practical artwork and product are clearly shown in this video. The pattern for this project is also included on the DVD as a printable file.

Please follow Melynda along through her easy step by step instruction of unique gourd painting and finishing techniques.

The DVD purchase of this title contains both Gourd Artistry downloads.