Paint Your Own Northwest Coast Native Art Sea Lion!

Tlingit Tribal Member & Formline Artist Bill Pfeifer, Jr will lead you in painting a traditional Northwest Coast Native Art Sea Lion, Oct 18 Join us for a Unique Painting + Culture Experience with Tlingit Tribal Member & Formline Artist Bill Pfeifer, Jr Where you'll create your own traditional NW Coast Native Art Sea Lion (taan) on a red cedar plank. Sea Lions (taans) symbolize endurance, steadfast physical and mental strength, and wealth or abundance in the Tlingit culture. This is an art experience where you can have fun painting and encounter the rich connections of an ancient art form, which depicts animals, supernatural beings, and figures from oral histories. What to Expect: -A hands-on chance to learn technique, paint, ask Bill questions, and honor a living tradition. -No painting experience is required; (Each panel is pre-engraved with Bill's formline design) all you need is the willingness to use your inner creativity and embrace the beauty of formline art! -This unique art-making session invites you to encounter the visual language of the native peoples of the Northwest Coast of North America. About The Venue -The Stottle Tasting Room in Lacey offers a relaxed atmosphere to paint in and a beautiful selection of Wines for purchase along with non-alcoholic options -A light menu of food items like Cheese Plates & Charcuterie along with snacks is available. -BYOB and outside beverages are not allowed