Tiger by Shirley Cook (wood burning on gourd) $75

Shirley says, “I like to work with gourds in general. I started learning about them a little over 20 years ago. For a while, I was a member of the American Gourd Society. I have attended classes sponsored by the Washington State Gourd Society and the Idaho State Gourd Society.

I was born and raised in Union and Wallowa counties. I worked as a registered nurse for over 40 years. I took up art as a hobby when my kids were teenagers.  I got more serious about gourd art after my kids left home. I have a house full of finished pieces. I have sold and given away a lot, so I can make room for more.”