Swedish Kurbits (Dalmålning) Painting Workshop with Pieper Fleck Bloomquist

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 am to Sun, 21 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

327 S 3rd St, Rockford, IL 61104-2011, United States | Rockford

Swedish Historical Society
Publisher/HostSwedish Historical Society
Swedish Kurbits (Dalm\u00e5lning) Painting Workshop with Pieper Fleck Bloomquist
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Explore the art of kurbits (dalmålning) in this two-day Swedish folk painting class inspired by the farmhouse interiors in the Swedish region of Dalarna! Originally painted on linen or paper, these charming scenes often featured the large, telescoping bloom of flowers known today as a “kurbits”. Using acrylic paints on canvas board, students will learn to paint simple traditional flower and leaf forms, and learn a skill that could easily be transferred into other media -such as markers, watercolor, or oil. Patterns/templates are available for those who wish to use them –making this class appropriate for all skill levels. Discussions and demonstrations will explore brush control, traditional colors and design, and historic examples. Students will head home with a unique piece of folk art and the ability to continue painting themselves!
About the Workshop
Prerequisites:
• Students will have access to a brief YouTube video to watch prior to class, reviewing what this folk art is, and the connection to Swedish heritage
• Ages 13 and up are welcome
• All skill levels are welcome
• Able to attend both days of the workshop, mainly seated
• Materials are provided, but students should bring a pencil and paper for taking notes, any favorite paint brushes you have and a Stay-Wet Palette, if you have one
Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21
• Location: Nordic Cultural Center of the Swedish Historical Society, 327 S. 3rd Street,Rockford, 61104
• Time: 9:00 – 4:00 each day
• Cost: $220 ($200 SHS members)
• Lunch: On your own. Bring a sack lunch or order Door Dash (or something similar), refrigerator available
• Questions? Call Amy at SHS 815-963-5559
• Cancellation policy: Cancellations made within 30 days of a program are subject to a $10 cancellation fee, within 10 days of a program are non-refundable (Notify Amy at the number above)
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Rockford Area Arts Council which receives support from the City of Rockford, the Illinois Arts Council Agency, and its members.
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