Gourd Gala showcases artisan gourd show and demonstrations

Crafters, photographers, quilters and other artisans that enjoy honoring the humble gourd are invited to participate in this unique exhibit. The Gourd Gala will feature a show, sale and demonstrations by artisans specializing in the topic of gourds.

The dates will be Friday, Aug. 17, from 12:30 ‘ 6:00 p.m. (with a reception from 4:00 ‘ 6:00 p.m.) and on Saturday, August 18, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..

In addition to items using the gourds themselves, there will be photography, paintings, weavings, and other media using gourds as a theme. The items for this show will not be juried but all artwork must be hand-produced originals, of professional quality, and must be suitable for public display.

Tables will be available for artisans to display their work but if the artisans want to used their own display equipment that will be even better. Demonstrations are encouraged. Artisans that are interested in participating in the Gourd Gala event, please call Alice Maiwald at 931-265-0338 or e-mail [email protected] to reserve a space in the mall.

UCAA is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization whose mission is to encourage, promote, and facilitate the development, recognition, preservation, and presentation of arts in the Upper Cumberland area of Tennessee.

Gourd artisans are encouraged to come to the UCAA monthly meetings on July 16 for photographs and interviews for publicity for the Gourd Gala.