Wholecloth Painting in Bunschoten

Yesterday, I taught Wholecloth Painting in Bunschoten, a town to the east of Amsterdam. As you can see from the photo, they did a wonderful job. We had a great space in a contemporary church to hold the workshop. It had been recommended by Dineke Ugen, a fabulous Dutch fiber artist I will tell you more about in a future post.

Here are some photos of my students:





























At the end of class, we put all the pieces on the floor, and every one gathered around to take photos.





A great day!

Workshop in Groningen - Day 8

This is the same group I taught yesterday; today they took on wholecloth painting, and did an excellent job.


























Several women in my class brought in some of their work for me to see. Here is Fokkema with "Purple Dreams":






This shows the hand stitching on the back of the piece -- a lot of work!



Barbara Wilson brought work including these beautifully textured journals:












And here is Marjolijn van Wijk with "Haan" ("Rooster"):


"Haan" (detail):


Tomorrow, I am off to teach in Bunschoten.

I realized that I forgot to post a photo of my students from March 28, so here it is. More great work. And here is a photo of today's talented students:


It was so much fun to finally meet two women who follow my blog and are friends on Facebook, Marijke Donathan-Hoppen:



And Marjolijn van Wijk:



I am teaching my last class I Groningen tomorrow, and then will be teaching two days in Bunschoten. After that, I will have a few days to sight-see before returning home.

Location:Groningen - Day 8

Gouda and de Zaansche Molen - Day 7

This morning, Lya and drove to Gouda, famous for its cheese, candles, and the spectacular stained glass windows in de Sint Janskerk ( St. John's church). It's late, so I don't have much time to write, but I will share with you some of my photos.




I look like a giant standing next to this tiny vintage Fiat!








































Wooden shoes just a tad big for me. At de Zaansche Molen.
























Gears inside a windmill. We climbed all the way up on tiny, narrow wooden stairs, and felt the amazing rush of air each time the enormous arms went past.
















The museum on the history of Verkade, a Dutch biscuit and chocolate company.