The C and S brushstrokes are the core of all styles of rosemaling and here is a class that is great for beginners and for all levels of rosemalers/painters who wish to develop a strong technical foundation and brush control for their artwork.

Lise will demonstrate the brushstrokes up close, focusing in on how to hold your brush, direction of your bristles for proper flow of the stroke, mediums, brushes, etc. Worksheets/practice sheets, supply information, etc. will be provided via pdf files. There will be general discussions about styles of rosemaling, palettes, acrylic and oil paints as well. This class will focus on developing brush technique with the Flat Brush.

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The C and S brushstrokes are the core of all styles of rosemaling and here is a class that is great for beginners and for all levels of rosemalers/painters who wish to develop a strong technical foundation and brush control for their artwork.

Lise will demonstrate the brushstrokes up close, focusing in on how to hold your brush, direction of your bristles for proper flow of the stroke, mediums, brushes, etc. Worksheets/practice sheets, supply information, etc. will be provided via pdf files. There will be general discussions about styles of rosemaling, palettes, acrylic and oil paints as well. This class will focus on using the round brush for the strokework.

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Welcome to a continuation of the introduction of rosemaling with this class that focuses on Detailing and Linework. This is a class that is great for beginners and for all levels of rosemalers/painters who wish to develop a strong technical foundation and brush control for their artwork. We will be building upon the stroke work from the previous class.

Lise will demonstrate the brushstrokes up close, focusing in on how to hold your brush, direction of your bristles for proper flow of the stroke, mediums, brushes, etc. Any worksheets/practice sheets, supply information, etc. will be provided via pdf files. There will be general discussions about styles of rosemaling, palettes, acrylic and oil paints as well.

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Explore the traditional and beautiful Norwegian decorative painting known as rosemaling. In this beginner-friendly class, you will be introduced to and gain confidence in the essential strokes used in rosemaling.

We’ll use a very limited color palette to keep the focus on clean, consistent linework and smooth brush control. Step-by-step practice will cover the basic C- and S-strokes and teardrops, tips for brush loading and pressure, and the chance to explore using both a flat, round, and detail brush. By the end, you’ll have a completed piece that highlights your growing skill and understanding of rosemaling fundamentals.

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Nord-Trøndelag and Sør-Trøndelag produced a wide variety of rosemaling painters and styles. In this class, Vesterheim Gold Medalist Louise Bath will focus on Ole Olsen Heimvågsåsen, who was a prolific and distinguished rosemaler. He lived in Snåsa, Nord-Trøndelag, around 1800. He became known for reddish-brown painted cupboards with green rosemaling panels. He also painted trunks, usually blue with red bands. Perhaps he also made these pieces of furniture himself – in the census of 1801 he is listed as a carpenter and painter.

Heimvågsåsen had a distinctive style with tulips, roses, fruits, and small flowers in red, orange and white growing from urns, and vases or on swaying stems swinging up from a volute at the bottom left. A rhythmic multitude of black brushstrokes make up the foliage. He used small flower stencils throughout the painting and to surround the green panels. In an exhibition by the Snåsa Historielag in 1979, the majority of the rose-painted chests and cupboards were thought to have been painted by Ole Heimvågsåsen between 1790 and 1820. His style is elegant, flowing, and unique.

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In this class Diane will be using a 20” x 11” x 2” decorative tray but you are free to use a different surface. She will use acrylics but oils painters are welcome too…and most skill levels, but you need to know basic rosemaling strokes.

Registration deadline is 1/31/2026. Taught in acryllics with oil painters welcome. with details.

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Join Patti Goke, VGM and explore the life and art of Lars Aslakson Trageton (1770-1839). Trageton is credited for bringing rosemaling from Hallingdal, where he was born and grew up, westward, where he is credited for starting a regional style in Ryfylke, that is usually called Rogaland.

Together we will look at some of his work and discuss his designs, colors, and the elements of flowers, teardrops, scrolls, and everything else that makes up his unique designs.

We can see the influence of Trageton on the work of Bergljot Lunde, who was a rosemaler and teacher from this area. We will look briefly at her work as influenced by Trageton.

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The Tulip is one of the most important flowers in history. It has been admired, desired and painted in art for centuries. Join Kim Garrett for a Study of the Tulip in Rosemaling throughout Norway. We will discuss, sketch, and paint examples of several of these beautiful flowers over 2 class sessions.
Let’s have some fun!

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Build your rosemaling skills as you explore the graceful scrolls and floral forms of the Gudbrandsdal style, which mimics acanthus carving. Using a provided pattern, you’ll practice the classic C- and S-strokes, create shaded petals and leaves, and work with the traditional earthy color palette. Step-by-step instruction will guide you in balancing asymmetrical designs while developing brush control and smooth, confident linework.

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Do you have some unfinished projects? Would you like to spend time painting, get a little help, or just spend time with others while working on finishing up a project? Join Kim and Patti on an UFO DAY!

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Join Patti Goke, VGM, to paint this Nordfjord design on a 12” scoop plate, or piece of your choosing. The Nordjord style of rosemaling is a style that is approachable for all levels of painters. The palette is simple. We only use three brushes. Patti will be demonstrating in oils, but acrylic painters are welcome to take the class!

This style of rosemaling is one that is no longer being painted in Norway. It is up to us to keep it alive until the tide changes in Norway. Come and be part of the legacy to keep this style from being lost to time.

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This class is appropriate for all levels of painting experience, especially beginners.

Pam will walk us through a beginner Gudbrandsdal design step by step. A limited palette of 3 colors (blue,white and gold) makes this design even easier. Pam will share some of her inspiration based on Jakob Klukstad’s work and his family’s Gudbrandsdal heritage. There are no flowers or filler detail in this design but, if there is time, she will demonstrate one or two of the most common flowers used in this style.

The class will be in oils.

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Join Patti Goke, VGM as she introduces you to the painting of Halvor Persgard. Persgard (1810-1880) was a rosemaler from Numedal, Norway. Of the many painters who lived in Numedal, there isn’t much known about him. This is a bit unusual because he actively painted for about 40 years in Uveal, Nore, Collage and Veggli areas of the valley. He was self taught and has a distinctive and was probably influenced by the work he saw from the painters that came to the valley, namely from Hol, Hallingdal and Tinn, Telemark.

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