A class exploring the tradition of Norwegian folk art rosemaling, where participants paint on decorative and practical objects using regional styles.
Marilyn Hansen is teaching rosemaling at the National Nordic Museum from October 16 to 31, with sessions running 10 AM to 5 PM. If you've never heard the term, rosemaling is a traditional form of Norwegian folk art—decorative painting on both ornamental and practical objects. It's the kind of thing you might recognize from old Scandinavian wooden chests or hand-painted furniture, and this class lets you try it yourself.
Rather than sticking to one look, Hansen walks you through several regional styles, including Telemark, Hallingdal, and Gudbrandsdal. Each has its own character, so you get a sense of how the tradition shifted from one part of Norway to another. You'll be painting on a variety of decorative and practical objects, and the museum suggests signing up for at least three sessions to really get the most out of the experience. All skill levels are welcome, so you don't need to be an artist to join in.
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If you don't have your own supplies, you can buy a basic acrylic paint set and a few small flat and round brushes on the day, paying in cash or by check. The museum is at 2655 NW Market Street in Seattle, and general admission is $40, with a member price of $36. Sessions run 10 AM to 5 PM from October 16 through the 31st.
