Rosemaling Classes
Growing the art of Norwegian rosemaling, one class at a time.
Online Classes
Lise Lorentzen, VGM
Gudbrandsdal Style
March 14-15, 2026
Vesterheim Museum Folk School
Decorah, IA
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.
Instructor
Lise Lorentzen, VGM
Price
$160/170
Transparent Telemark 14" Plate
March 24 & 26, 2026
Art of Lise
Bel Air, MD
Join Lise Lorentzen for a fun online zoom rosemaling class for advanced beginners and beyond. This will be a great class for those that are interested in learning more about the Transparent Telemark Rosemaling Style. . Lise will discuss design aspects, brushstroke technique, line work, and much more in this class. In this class you will receive a supply list, pattern packet, etc that will be sent via pdf. file email. The supply list will be sent shortly after you sign up for the class and the full pattern packet will be sent a week prior to class. You will also receive a video with your pattern packet that will demonstrate the antiquing of your plate. The pattern packet will include the supply list once again, full written instructions, line drawings and color sheets. Lise will also provide any extra videos and scans if needed for the class.
The surface for this class is a 14" inner bead plate though you may use a surface of your choice or practice boards. The plate may be purchased from Montzka Woodworking Inc. - www.montzkawoodworking.com - 651-464-5847
The Os (Hordaland) region of Norway lies on the West Coast of Norway with Bergen being it's most famous area. This lovely style has a look of wild flowers and is a true pleasure to paint. . Lise will discuss design aspects, brushstroke technique, and especially the linework. This is a two sided design project. This 8 1/4" x 6 1/8th" Round ornament may be purchased form DePalma's Custom Woodcrafts (HS-ORLL). Email DePalmascw@gmail.com to order or You may also bring your own item to paint for this class! If you are interested in taking more classes with the series, I would suggest purchasing a number of these ornaments.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.
Instructor
Lise Lorentzen, VGM
Price
$60
Lise Lorentzen, VGM
Rosemaling Artist and Instructor
Lise Lorentzen currently resides in Bel Air, MD, after spending most of her life as a resident of Staten Island, NY. Lise grew up in a household with strong ties to the Norwegian-American community, which included her church, Sons of Norway, and family back in the “old country”. She was a child that always played with paints, so it was natural for her parents to enroll her in a rosemaling course given at her local Sons of Norway lodge.
Lise has been rosemaling since the age of 12 and covers over 30 years of experience, specializing in custom painting of woodenware, furniture and home interiors. Her work can be found throughout the United States and Norway due to the business she had with her father in her teens and early twenties, as well as her commission work that she continues to present day.
Her rosemaling expertise covers the Hallingdal, Rogaland, Vest Agdar and Valdres styles, specializing in Telemark Rosemaling. While living on Staten Island, she was also known as a muralist, decorating many an interior with her other painting skills throughout the five boroughs of NYC.
Lise is also a professional educator with a BA in Art History, and a MS in Special education. She was a GED Special Ed. High School teacher with the NYC Board of Education for many years until the time she and her husband began their family, which now includes three lovely children. They are happy to call Harford County Maryland their home, and Lise enjoys sharing her art form with her community.
