Join award-winning artist Shelley Hoist in her Kealakekua studio on Hawaii Island for a rare opportunity to explore Hawaiian Palm Fiber. Limited to 4 students, experience begins with rainforest harvesting, followed by hands-on sculpting, stitching, and even collage. No experience needed—just a desire to explore this unique medium and connect with nature. Her internationally collected work ranges from baskets to wearable art and sculpture to ceremonial vessels, she shares proprietary techniques developed over decades. Rain-or-shine workshop is about personal exploration, not commercial replication. All materials included, morning drinks, muffins, garden courtyard lunch, and closing Show and Share. Each student creates at least one basket and one vessel—often more. Find creative transformation and self-expression in Hawaii’s magical natural world.
 
Location: Kealakekua, Hawaii
Instructor: Shelley Hoist
Cost: $1200
Sponsor: Shelley Hoist, Fine Fiber Art
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