Tattooing Wood: Kolrosing Foundations with Liesl Chatman
presented by
American Swedish Institute
Kolrosing is the art of incising a wooden surface, revealing the pattern with pigment, and burnishing the cuts to create a smooth, durable decoration.
In this six-week course, students will learn the basics of design, materials, and techniques for kolrosing flat and curved woodenware. The final weeks are devoted to starting with lettering and curves.
Ages 13+. Previous woodworking experience is helpful but not necessary. $195 ($175 ASI member) + $60 materials fee payable to instructor.
Medium:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
American Swedish Institute
2600 Park Ave
Minneapolis,
MN
55407
Northern Clay Center
Aug 28, 2026 -
Aug 30, 2026
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