{"id":13,"date":"2018-10-11T18:15:43","date_gmt":"2018-10-11T18:15:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gourdsbyvargas.com\/?page_id=13"},"modified":"2026-01-03T19:55:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T02:55:14","slug":"related-links","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gourdsbyvargas.com\/index.php\/related-links\/","title":{"rendered":"Related Links"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Below is a curated list of galleries, organizations, farms, artists, and supply sources connected to the world of gourd art. These resources are provided to help visitors explore the history, culture, and craftsmanship of this unique artistic medium.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Accomplished Gourd Artists<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bonniegibsonart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bonnie Gibson<\/strong><\/a><br>Bonnie Gibson is a nationally known gourd artist, author, and educator celebrated for her intricate carving, surface design, and contributions to gourd art education.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gourdvisions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Phyllis Sickles<\/strong><\/a><br>Phyllis Sickles is an accomplished gourd artist known for her creative designs and skillful use of decorative techniques.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.geckogourds.com\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kristi Dial<\/strong><\/a><br>Kristi Dial is a highly regarded gourd artist whose work features elegant form, detailed embellishment, and refined craftsmanship<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.janeboggsgourdart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Jane Boggs<\/strong><\/a><br>Jane Boggs is an accomplished gourd mask artist based in Cave Creek, Arizona, known for her imaginative mask designs and skillful use of carving and mixed-media techniques.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dougfountain.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Doug Fountain<\/strong><\/a><br>Doug Fountain is an accomplished gourd artist recognized for his finely crafted vessels and sculptural designs that emphasize form and surface detail.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carolkrollart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Carol Kroll<\/strong><\/a><span data-tt=\"{&quot;paragraphStyle&quot;:{&quot;alignment&quot;:4,&quot;style&quot;:100,&quot;writingDirection&quot;:1},&quot;fontHints&quot;:1}\">&nbsp;<strong><br><\/strong>Featured for detailed gourd art, often with natural themes and carvings.<strong><br><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/morningdewgourds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Denny Wainscott<\/a><\/strong><br><span data-tt=\"{&quot;paragraphStyle&quot;:{&quot;alignment&quot;:4,&quot;style&quot;:100,&quot;writingDirection&quot;:1}}\">Prominent figure in the gourd art world, creating detailed works.<br><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marilynsunderlandstudios.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marilyn Sunderland<\/a><\/strong><br><span data-tt=\"{&quot;paragraphStyle&quot;:{&quot;alignment&quot;:4,&quot;style&quot;:100,&quot;writingDirection&quot;:1}}\">Recognized for decorative gourd creations, part of a vibrant community of artists.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Galleries displaying Gourd Art in Arizona<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fountainhillsartistsgallery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Fountain Hills Artists Gallery \u2013 Fountain Hills<\/strong><\/a><br>A cooperative gallery representing a variety of Arizona artists.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernarizonaartsguild.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Southern Arizona Arts Guild (SAAG) \u2013 Tucson<\/strong><\/a><br>A nonprofit arts community supporting local artists in many mediums.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.madaras.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Madaras Gallery \u2013 Tucson<\/strong><\/a><br>Known for vibrant Southwestern themes and seasonal gourd exhibits.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Gourd Group Organizations<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.americangourdsociety.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>American Gourd Society<\/strong><\/a><br>The national organization dedicated to the art, history, and cultivation of gourds.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranartsleague.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sonoran Arts League<\/strong><\/a><br>Supports artists and provides education and community art programs in Arizona.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arizonagourdsociety.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Arizona Gourd Society<\/strong><\/a><br>The state chapter promoting gourd shows, classes, and community crafting events.<\/p>\n<h4>Gourd Farms in Arizona &amp; California<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wuertzfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Wuertz Gourd Farm<\/strong><\/a><br>A major supplier of quality gourds and host of the annual gourd festival.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/welburngourdfarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Welburn Gourd Farm<\/strong><\/a><br>Renowned for well-cleaned gourds, tools, and workshops for artists.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Places to Buy Gourd Cutting, Carving and Related Tools and Supplies<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.arizonagourds.com\/Tools.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gourd Crafting Tools<\/strong><\/a><br>Specialized cutting, carving, sanding, and detail tools for gourd work.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.caning.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>The Caning Shop<\/strong><\/a><br>Offers weaving, dyeing, and finishing supplies used in gourd embellishment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.royalwoodltd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Royalwood Ltd.<\/strong><\/a><br>A source for coiling materials and lacing fibers often used in gourd art.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arizonagourds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Arizona Gourds<\/strong><\/a><br>Provides tools, tutorials, and educational materials for artists.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Below is a curated list of galleries, organizations, farms, artists, and supply sources connected to the world of gourd art. 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