Common Ground 202 - Gourd Artist Alretta Skellenger

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  • Опубликовано: 17 янв 2025

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  • @handsonwithharrietgreene369
    @handsonwithharrietgreene369 6 лет назад +7

    I love your work. I bought gourd seeds from California back to North Carolina 18 yrs ago. Grew my own gourds. I had watched my grandmother grow them in the '50. They made them into dippers for water from the well. I had no idea what I was going to do. 1st year, I made a still art sculpture for table. Beautiful. Enjoyable. Another time, I painted, opened some and placed birds and nest inside as Christmas ornaments. Right now I'm working on one for my Fall harvest decor. I have just a few left
    All from a pack of seeds that yielded me 3 seasons of gourds, 18 years ago. Fun. ; )

  • @irenemoreaux4446
    @irenemoreaux4446 6 лет назад +9

    What an excellent teacher and artist you are Alretta. Thank you for making this video. I bought a gourd about 15 years ago, not knowing what I was going to do with it. You have inspired me to get it out and create.

  • @grittykitty50
    @grittykitty50 6 лет назад +5

    So much of what Alretta said resonated with me: whether or not she is an "artist"; letting the gourd determine what it should be; and putting a piece on the back burner if she was bored with it. I learned so much about tools, etc. from this video and Alretta's work is stunning.

  • @colleenmarierouse1377
    @colleenmarierouse1377 6 лет назад +5

    Accidently saw this and OMG Alretta you are an amazing artist. I live in Western Colorado and grew a bunch of Gourds about 10 years ago, I had so many I didn't know what to do with them. Now the ideas are going crazy in my brain. Thank you Thank you for your you tube. I learned a lot and LOVED your designs.

  • @kathysausen6493
    @kathysausen6493 Год назад +1

    These are absolutely beautiful!!!! I love your 1st one!!! Actually I love them all!! 👏👏💕

  • @CJDe-kx8of
    @CJDe-kx8of 7 лет назад +84

    Could not be more impressed and inspired with your down-to-earth, start-to-finish, show-n-tell, personal insight gourd video with beloved Yorkie. You've taught me more with your video than I have learned, seen and felt through any other medium and by flying be the seat of my britches. Thank you Miss Alretta.

  • @lornamikkelson5690
    @lornamikkelson5690 6 лет назад +2

    Very lovely artwork. You have definitely found the right path to making YOU happy and all who admire your art. Thank you for showing.

  • @TM-ry6hc
    @TM-ry6hc 6 лет назад +42

    Love this. I was sold when she said she listens to the gourds. I get that!

    • @debramoss2267
      @debramoss2267 6 лет назад

      That got me, too! I get the same creating with stones and crystals.Wish more people listened when Nature speaks, the world would be more peaceful, I think :)

    • @leslieebel5302
      @leslieebel5302 6 лет назад +1

      Me too..I listen to blank canvas. .

    • @semraturna5266
      @semraturna5266 6 лет назад

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  • @donnareedrakowiecki
    @donnareedrakowiecki 6 лет назад +2

    Alretta don't you think people have no idea how much thought goes into each piece? That turning it over and over in your head. That's what makes us artists we are truly artist. I all do all types from watercolor to stained glasswork and put my heart and soul into each creation.
    I have 2 Yorkies myself but since becoming handicapped with Multiple Sclerosis both my art and my babies have been a struggle.My daughters took over much of their care and they got me a cat that doesn't require so much getting up and down after finding it a struggle to walk, I still do some art everyday I can. Your gourds are very good and you should be very proud to be an ARTIST!

  • @sandyfsmith
    @sandyfsmith 6 лет назад +1

    Beautiful work! I"m Impressed with the thought and attention to detail that begins in your head before you begin your magic. Each gourd speaks to you! I also love your little pooch. Your baby fits perfectly on the back of your neck.

  • @elsagarcia1
    @elsagarcia1 6 лет назад +1

    Love your video! So easy to hear you talking and explaining how and why you do your art.

  • @buglover5495
    @buglover5495 3 года назад +4

    Finally a gourd artist that I cld relate to! Especially liked hearing that she too sometimes takes months listening to a gourd to tell her what it will become. I also was glad that she hadn’t found her style. I’ve done several but they’re all so different. I appreciated her advice on the leather dye & the fading. She covers very well all of the small but important tips! I am glad she mentioned that you should normally wear a mask. I became very ill when I cut into a few very thick gourds. The farm I now buy from is also in California. Even had one gourd that was a full inch thick!

  • @johnjude2685
    @johnjude2685 Год назад +1

    Talented Lady
    Thanks for showing and such a variety of styles.

  • @mystijkissler8183
    @mystijkissler8183 6 лет назад +1

    Alretta, your personality is down to earth, inviting and simply charming overall. Talented artist, you are for sure.

  • @elenamaras8879
    @elenamaras8879 5 лет назад +1

    Wow. I am in awe of your work skills. Simply beautiful.

  • @MrKennysams
    @MrKennysams 6 лет назад +1

    NOW THAT'S AMAZING ! Thank you for sharing your work with us.. Excellent show !

  • @pang-ngiavang1956
    @pang-ngiavang1956 Год назад +1

    Wow! Amazing artist!

  • @rigaflr
    @rigaflr 6 лет назад +14

    The pear piece made me say Oh WoW! Thoroughly enjoyed this clip, fantastic workshop and beautiful craftsmanship and in such a easy step by step tutorial. Loved all the pieces she made.

  • @chickie5249
    @chickie5249 5 лет назад +9

    Alretta, you are indeed an artist! You don't realize it, but you are a clairvoyant artist. You can't "see" the end at the beginning because it has to move through your soul first and it travel through your hands. When you were talking about what you did, I saw you sitting in a lodge working on pre-Columbian art on fabrics, pottery, and horn. One of your designs with the women you have done before in that lifetime. (I am clairvoyant.)I watched your entire video as I wanted to learn more about gourds. I'm not destined to be a gourd artist like you (eczema on fingertips). I plan to make a few of them into birdhouses and plan to attached tiny mosaic elements. I wanted to make a gifts of the few I have. Thank you for giving your time! I spend a lot of time alone in the afternoons and you sure made mine! Chickie

  • @deebates3709
    @deebates3709 6 лет назад +1

    Wow! You are a master artist, inspirational. Born to teach. Such a joy to watch and listen to you.
    I loved your very first gourd. Thank you.

  • @Booboonancy
    @Booboonancy 6 лет назад +2

    How interesting, this lady is a true inspiration. I love how she enjoys not knowing the outcome and that she acknowledges making lots of lemonade. True artist, without the ego. I’m a fan.

  • @michemckenna9030
    @michemckenna9030 6 лет назад

    Thank you Alretta for sharing your beautiful craft. Nothing wrong with lemonade. :-) Your baby is quite special as well.

  • @deborahsperrazza9690
    @deborahsperrazza9690 2 года назад +1

    I very much enjoyed Ms. Alretta's comprehensive video. I've grown some gourds for the first time this season, but hadn't a clue on where to go with them from there. I'm pleased to have come upon her passion, skills, techniques, and ideas. I look forward to drying the gourds out and experimenting, I suppose, a year from now. Further, I was thrilled to meet your Yorkie and have 2 girls myself. I've joined your subscription in anticipation of your expanding creative talents and my recent retirement times to come!

  • @headinthecloudsart
    @headinthecloudsart 2 года назад +1

    I'm just blown away ! It's the first time ever I hear about gord carving exists and it's so beautiful and such beautiful work. Thank you for allowing me to discover this art.

  • @MissDebra
    @MissDebra 6 лет назад +1

    That was a beautiful presentation. The gourds were so artistically designed.

  • @nancyblow6728
    @nancyblow6728 6 лет назад

    Your gourds are delightful and full of fun. I enjoyed this video very much . Thank you.

  • @annamarielewis7078
    @annamarielewis7078 Год назад +1

    Each piece is remarkable and gorgeous 💝

  • @wilmamcphail4686
    @wilmamcphail4686 4 месяца назад

    Very informative, best video I've seen on gourd decorating. Thank you for posting.

  • @akb5531
    @akb5531 6 лет назад +10

    Wow, wonderful. You are definately an artist! They are amazing & beautiful!

  • @thathobbitlife
    @thathobbitlife 6 лет назад +7

    I love Her! Beautiful work and lovely style, grace etc.. amazing

  • @carlanice8040
    @carlanice8040 8 лет назад +18

    really enjoyed this video! your so talented,funny and very good at showing the processes to do gourd art. Plus your doggy is adorable!

  • @Auriasis
    @Auriasis Год назад

    I love the cut outs! I painted gourds for years after getting laid off and sold them at a farmers market to make ends meet. I enjoyed it a lot.

  • @kathysmirti1772
    @kathysmirti1772 6 лет назад +2

    So very interesting, Alretta. I enjoy learning something new. I will probably never work on a gourd but I so enjoyed your teaching style and learning about gourds. Thank you.

  • @franpie2264
    @franpie2264 6 лет назад

    Alretta you are a great, patient, easy talking teacher. Also very clever. I enjoyed listening to you. Love and Light xx

  • @robertawestbrooks1650
    @robertawestbrooks1650 4 года назад

    Keep up the great work, so beautiful, and I am so glad
    I came across your web site. Thanks again.

  • @norayforrest7185
    @norayforrest7185 6 лет назад +6

    I am amazed by your work! Very beautiful! You have a wonderful talent! I have enjoyed watching your video!

  • @carolbuckner9122
    @carolbuckner9122 6 лет назад

    Thank you so much for the help. They are all beautiful. I grow a few goards and paint them, but you are the Woman! Great job.

  • @michiganbogie
    @michiganbogie 6 лет назад +1

    We grew bushel basket gourds this year. They are huge. I suppose they will need more than a year to dry. That gives me time to figure out what to do with them. You are an inspiration. By the way, we were married on Nevis in April 2000 at the Golden Rock. You have a dream life. Hope to visit if we ever get to return.

  • @srg4170
    @srg4170 9 лет назад +22

    I really liked her. She would make a great instructor. I recently started growing gourds and am waiting for my first batch to try. Have been drying for a few months and I'm anxious to get started on them.

  • @adagriffis6346
    @adagriffis6346 6 лет назад +14

    Just beautiful. This craft is right up my alley.

  • @punkybauer1
    @punkybauer1 9 лет назад +10

    I would like some of those gourd stands! They are awesome! Your video is really wonderful.. I am still watching all of your workings.. Thanks for sharing!

    • @karie9890
      @karie9890 6 лет назад

      I saw some just like them on the Welburn Gourd Farm's website...

  • @lindalopez5951
    @lindalopez5951 6 лет назад

    I love your adventure. Beautiful work 😍

  • @fairbewerten8374
    @fairbewerten8374 4 года назад

    Sooooo wonderful! Love the cute Dog , the artist and the wonderful work !!

  • @janie2shoes537
    @janie2shoes537 6 лет назад

    What a talented woman !! Great video.

  • @1212haro
    @1212haro 6 лет назад

    Excellent instructional video. Love your style lady... you are a beautiful soul!

  • @mildredmartinez8843
    @mildredmartinez8843 6 лет назад

    Youu are a true artist. Thank you for shaeing. Your workshop is stunning.

  • @slomo1716
    @slomo1716 Год назад

    AMAZING!!!! I love the results of your artistry with gourds! I planted and grew gourds last summer and now they are now dried, I used a Dremel to remove the funk and mold, then spray painted in one colour but now need ideas for decorating gourds. I tried stencils with acrylic paints, but they stink. Wood burning is a great idea, perhaps with stencils that would work. God Bless GREAT ARTIST!!!

  • @sandrafiedeldy4215
    @sandrafiedeldy4215 4 года назад

    Lovely to watch. I especially enjoy your attitude.

  • @zoeyclaire3450
    @zoeyclaire3450 7 лет назад

    I grow gourds and loved your remarks about their individuality! It's why they fascinate me. Your work is wonderful. I am trying to learn how to decorate them so really appreciated your video!

  • @MultiDebsta
    @MultiDebsta 6 лет назад +1

    Wow.....How amazing. I was spellbound the whole way through this, you are so talented. You have produced some wonderful designs and yes, you are an ARTIST. I look forward to seeing more of these videos.

  • @laurellewilson8328
    @laurellewilson8328 4 года назад +1

    I just love what you are doing as an artist...I have been wanting to do something creative for a long time and especially since retiring from work, and you have inspired me to try my hand at Gourd Artistry ... I have been fascinated by Gourds since I was a little girl and have grown them over the years ... I am going to plant some Gourds and start the process ... thank you for your inspiration, I have subscribed to your Chanel and look forward to seeing more of your beautiful work.

  • @aprilwarne9814
    @aprilwarne9814 6 лет назад +3

    Alretta, thanks so much. I was given a gourd from a friend and didn't know what to do with it. I had no idea they could be so beautiful. However, I live in the UK and the tools for making a decorative gourd are not easy to find, never mind trying to grow any. U do wonderful work xx

  • @katiegarrett1441
    @katiegarrett1441 6 лет назад

    Wow! I love your work! My favorite is the butterflies. I love your attitude.

  • @dalyte62
    @dalyte62 6 лет назад

    WOW ! Could not stop watching , such beautiful and interesting art

  • @lesleygilbert1945
    @lesleygilbert1945 6 лет назад

    Great video - wonderful to watch you working and creating such beautiful items. Loved the dog and t-shirt - greetings from East Yorkshire in England :)

  • @dianesimpkins426
    @dianesimpkins426 8 лет назад +6

    Love watching you work on your gourds. I love your workshop too, it is so organized and clean. I do gourds in a small way, I always say I am a crafter, not an artist.

  • @tonycamargo8991
    @tonycamargo8991 6 лет назад

    Your little dog is amused and relax by your talking. Thanks.

  • @anastasia122108
    @anastasia122108 6 лет назад

    You are so talented and amazing!! I'd love to sit around while you work on your projects. Wonderful! ❤️. Love your fur baby too.

  • @donnajones4478
    @donnajones4478 6 лет назад

    Oooooohh I love your style and I just learned so much about working with gourds. Amazing work and you are a great teacher that works from the heart. Ty much!!!!

  • @MrTyneduncan
    @MrTyneduncan 4 года назад

    Thanks for sharing your video.It was fantastic.I did some work with gourds when I lived in Brazil a few years ago.🙏👌

  • @alethea9778
    @alethea9778 Год назад

    Just found you! You’re a very good teacher! I understand what you mean about living with your gourds until a project comes to mind. I’ve done a few for family and friends. I have a lot of family in MN.

  • @thomasniksich7053
    @thomasniksich7053 9 лет назад

    Alretta,you are a delight.I have just discovered gourd carving . I live in Indiana up by lake Michigan and just bought 2 large gourds from my local farmer but learned that they'll be dried out hopefully by April. Was hoping to make a bird house for starts. You have shown me a lot in your video. Thanks and the best to you. Marsha

  • @buzzcutter1224
    @buzzcutter1224 9 лет назад

    I just started crafting gourds and this video helped me more than any of them! Alretta is a beautiful artist! Thank you!

  • @marthafeeley24
    @marthafeeley24 3 года назад

    Loved your video. I am just beginning to work on gourds, and got some great assistance here. Thank you!

  • @rutilopata8294
    @rutilopata8294 4 года назад

    Lovely lovely and generous presentation, thank you kindly, great talante, you are a wonderful artist!!

  • @nancyfrix6858
    @nancyfrix6858 6 лет назад

    Alretta Skellenger, can't pick a favorite, they are all beautiful!

  • @jimmie200
    @jimmie200 6 лет назад

    It is amazing to me how someone can take something so plain and turn it into something so beautiful. Artists amaze me. Thank you for this video.

  • @denaredford6701
    @denaredford6701 6 лет назад

    They are unusual , but very beautiful . You are a artist with good eye for design .

  • @JanineSobala
    @JanineSobala 4 месяца назад

    You are definitely a talented artist! Beautiful work! ❤I’ve always wanted to try doing a gourd…going to try growing some next year.

  • @valoriesteel7411
    @valoriesteel7411 4 года назад

    Best most informative video i have found on gourds. And yes mam, you are definitely an artist

    • @valoriesteel7411
      @valoriesteel7411 4 года назад

      I could listen to you all day. You are awesome. That dragon is absolutely gorgeous. Yes mam

  • @jlm17533
    @jlm17533 10 месяцев назад

    Hi from Canada 🇨🇦 Amazing work !! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @carolinelaferla558
    @carolinelaferla558 6 лет назад

    Your working of art is brilliant

  • @nancylindemann4640
    @nancylindemann4640 Год назад

    I love the surprise! Thank you for sharing.

  • @thekweenofbling3621
    @thekweenofbling3621 6 лет назад +5

    Thank you so very much for making this video I've never seen anything like this before you do beautiful work and I will I love your Workshop keep up the great work we need a woman to represent the beautiful works of art like you do. That Dragon would make a very beautiful and unique lamp with shade. I want it

  • @mysticaltheiah8471
    @mysticaltheiah8471 7 лет назад

    Alretta. I am viewing your amazing talent for the 2nd time, You have taught me so much about the the whole process and how to use the tools and your talent and easy manner with humor is such an inspiration! I am doing gourds and love them, such a large part of my life is spent always learning from artist of all walks in all art. but you are the most amazing. Thank you!

  • @VickyLynn3
    @VickyLynn3 3 года назад

    Wow!!! Really detailed helpful and absolutely beautiful work. Tips like tools, leather and ink dyes more than I ever thought we could try with our birdhouse gourds,.Mahalo nui loa!!!

  • @diychristianeskalebassenku2927
    @diychristianeskalebassenku2927 3 года назад

    You're inspiring and doing great work! Thanks for sharing!

  • @ZarpeParadise
    @ZarpeParadise 3 года назад

    Wonderful and inspiring demonstration!

  • @victoriamcintosh5122
    @victoriamcintosh5122 9 лет назад +6

    Thank you for making this video... great presentation. I work as a Pyrographist, lots of different woods and leather. oh, Hello from Canada...

  • @karenknicely1788
    @karenknicely1788 6 лет назад

    I understand what you mean by it telling you what it's supposed to be.and miss Mara is adorable!!!
    I am a crafter myself, and I always listen to what I am creating.

  • @barbaraovens8508
    @barbaraovens8508 2 года назад

    I have just found this page, i see its 11 years old, I hope you are still in business, i find your work beautiful, i grew gourds and designed them years ago. You have inspired me to possibly grow some again next season. I am in Western Australia, in the wheat farming area, they grow quite well here.

  • @GoodVibesalwaysthrive
    @GoodVibesalwaysthrive 2 года назад

    I enjoyed this, you were very straightforward with information. I appreciate it!

  • @audreytempleton4415
    @audreytempleton4415 5 лет назад

    Beautiful work.i liked her video.she is a good teacher.

  • @brandishoogy
    @brandishoogy 6 лет назад +1

    Be even more beautiful with lights inside. Creative awesome work

    • @vzburns1
      @vzburns1 6 лет назад

      I had the same thought about the lights. The teardrops one would be perfect for that.

  • @johnnytoy5487
    @johnnytoy5487 11 месяцев назад +1

    That's great 👍 I enjoy wood burning gourds.

  • @stevedavenport8294
    @stevedavenport8294 10 лет назад

    Alretta is an inspiration to others with whatever she does, she's an amazing lady with many creative talents not just with Gourds.

  • @cyndifoore7743
    @cyndifoore7743 6 лет назад

    I love her work. Beautiful gourds, beautiful lady.

  • @koki4880
    @koki4880 6 лет назад

    Hi, im from Guadalajara, México. Thankyou forma your video. I keep watching.

  • @MomorEliza8688
    @MomorEliza8688 Год назад

    I love your Yorkie scarf! It looks so real! 😊❤️

  • @lindastone3278
    @lindastone3278 6 лет назад

    Great job with this video. You are very talented.

  • @papercutpostman1660
    @papercutpostman1660 2 месяца назад

    The butterfly gourd is absolutely exquisite!

  • @winfly886
    @winfly886 4 года назад

    I love your amazing work. Thank you for sharing!

  • @sherrydee7880
    @sherrydee7880 6 лет назад

    What a fascinating thing to do! I might give it a try some day. I have all the tools except that grinder ball. Thanks for sharing this.

  • @Jess-xl1wd
    @Jess-xl1wd 4 года назад

    Wow! Absolutely incredible! Thank you for sharing!

  • @debbymullies8381
    @debbymullies8381 3 года назад

    Just beautiful I love them -great retirement hobby ❤️

  • @kimkemeys5035
    @kimkemeys5035 6 лет назад +3

    Your work is amazing.

  • @elitesflowers-floristshop.3616
    @elitesflowers-floristshop.3616 3 года назад +1

    I’m so impressed with all the skills and technics you have and need to create so beautiful designs. I just bought one gourd to make something beautiful but I feel this is soooo far of my knowledge that probably I’ll leave them natural. 😂😂😂. Thanks for this master class.

  • @Skinny859
    @Skinny859 9 месяцев назад

    “I made that up” 🤣🤣🤣 you’re hilarious. Thanks for sharing your video with us. You’re very talented.

  • @maureencourtney4611
    @maureencourtney4611 Год назад

    So special! Thank you for sharing

  • @cindywilshire8700
    @cindywilshire8700 8 лет назад

    Great video. You're a wonderful teacher.