This Santa Gourd was painted by me on a natural thick shelled gourd. He has been hand painted in rich hues of red, green, vintage white and other colors. Various painting techniques were used to bring out depth and contrast. This Santa sports a great big smile. He holds a doll, Christmas tree and gingerbread on one side and a teddy bear, and gift. His best friend Zeb a Yellow Labrador accompanies him on his yearling outing to bring gifts to the kids.
If your interested in purchasing "Santa and Zeb" or just looking at some more pictures you can click on MY ETSY
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Santa and West Highland Terrier
SOLD- Thank you Stephanie in Minnesota "Santa and Westie"
Santa is a one of a kind Original Gourd character created by me Penny Grotz Streit. Santa is painted on a thick shelled gourd. He is painted as a visual story. Santa holds a basket with his best friend a West Highland Terrier named Snowball. Santa holds a doll and Christmas wreath in his hands. There is a Christmas tree and presents painted on his back. I placed some paper mache at the top of his hat for a ball. This protects the stem of the gourd which was left exposed to remind the viewer of his earthly beginnings. This guy would look so sweet sitting on a sideboard, mantel or table in a Christmas vignette. Santa has been painted in rich hues using various painting techniques to bring out depth and eye catching features. He is sure to become a family heirloom.
He Measures 8 3/4" tall by 7" across. If your interested in purchasing Santa or just looking at some more pictures, you can check him out on MY ETSY
GOURD TRIVIA- Gourds are highly durable. There are some in existence that are hundreds of thousands years old.
I just finished this guy last evening, put him on Etsy and he has sold. I intended to notify my art enthusiasts that have sent me to notify you of available pieces but I got sidetracked. I hope to do some more in the upcoming months. Have a awesome and Merry Christmas everyone! Penny