Gourd Art Carving by Nanette Bartet
It amazes me how much talent there is among our network. If this is Nanette’s 2nd gourd, can you just imagine what her 10th or her 20th is going to look like? Wow I can’t wait.Nanette has a very sweet spirit and it shows in her art.
Thank you for sharing your words of praise, this is truly a wonderful network of fantastic artist. Now we have another wonderful artist to ad to the “family” – Tamaree
“I am so excited about this new journey that I have just begun. My life seems to have come to another crossroads and I chose to walk down the
path less traveled, or so I thought. I have found a whole new family of wonderful people and fantastic artists. Many of you have deeply touched my life and you aren’t even aware of it. I appreciate the wonderful spirit of sharing and the willingness to help that everyone has shown.
Recently, I watched the videos from Profitable Hobbies by Marilyn, Mary, and Booker, on gourd carving. I have surfed the web constantly for the last few months, simply devouring the beauty of gourd creations.
My “Little Gourd” is my first attempt at wood burning. This is actually my second gourd carving. I gave the first one to my sister for Christmas.
I give my Father credit for imparting a portion of his creativeness to my life and realize my own humanity prevents me from being able to duplicate any art piece I might do. Therefore, each expression of art is a “one-of-a kind”. I also enjoy drawing pencil portraits, photography, calligraphy, and learning to do household renovation projects. Hopefully, I will be able to incorporate my own photography and drawing on gourds, wood, and glass.
I also work full time doing graphics for Trax Motor Sports and enjoy my family of six gorgeous girls and eleven wonderful grandchildren.
Thanks so much for the inspiration and encouragement, Tammy.”
In His Grip,
Nanette Bartet
Nanette…just beautiful work….very very nice…..
thank you for sharing with us…
Juanita Young in Kenai, Alaska
Thanks, Juanita, for taking the time to comment. A word of encourgement
goes a long way.
Blessings on you, way up there in that beautiful country.
Nanette
My student, Tom and I just viewed your gourd. Awesome! Tom grows gourds. He might have some for you Nanette. Tom was wondering how you do that.
Your work is, as always, exceptional. I can’t wait to see more.
I love your design and the coloring is so wonderful. It would fit in any decor. I’m so glad you joined our little network! Have a great day!
Nanette,
You did an amazing job for only your 2nd time. Keep up the good work. You sound like me with all the different projects. I too do glass etching, blasting, carving eggs, paint in oil, aclic, watercolor, etc. Now I have gotten into wood carving. I went to Utah and took a class from Craig and it was the best experience I ever had. You are right, every one with I & E network are the greatest. I couldn’t do all this without them. Be free to write to me any time. Would love to hear from you.
Joanie Beck
hey auntie….I’m glad I was named after such a talented aunt.
can’t wait to see my Whitetail Deer gourd. hint hint
love ya always,
Ashlee
Nanette, great work. Sure excited to see another gourd artist in the network. Keep up the great work. Keep carving. Anxious to see your next work.
Marilyn Sunderland
Joanie, thanks for the encouragement. I had to laugh where you said I sounded like you.
I can appreciate the kindred spirit. At least there is no time for being bored!
Nanette
I am the lucky one to get the first gourd My sister made. No mater how many more she carves,that will be my special one!!!!I’ve always admired you & this is just one more reasons, thank you!!!! Love you,much,much!!!!
Just one word “WOW”. Thanks for sending this to me so that I could see it. Looking forward to seeing the next one. You are so very talented. The portrait you did for me is me is priceless. I display it proudly. It means the world to me that you would take time to do something so special for me.
Just me
I just found this site. I have been gourding for about 20 years give or take. It always amazes me when I see other gourdites work. Thanks for the inspiration I have just read.