Introduction to Pyrography is a workshop where anyone wanting to learn the correct and safe way to decoratively burn wood gets an opportunity to acquire new skills. These could lead to a new hobby or even a life-changing adventure. Students, with or without prior experience, are welcome and will receive group and individual instruction in surface preparation, burn-tip selection, technique, and problem solving. Sherry will include demonstrations on burning on different surfaces, special techniques for specialty results, creating realistic appearances, feathers, eyes and much more. Students will learn safety procedures, which tools are best to accomplish various textures, selecting the best wood, and the appropriate sealants to complete their masterpiece. By the weekend’s end, students will have the ability to craft unique art that can enhance and embellish turned and functional objects. Handouts will be provided with information on equipment, materials, suppliers, technique reminders and more. Photos from which to work and maple wood will be provided for the class; students can expect to take home sample boards, an embellished piece and the beginning of their first pyrography masterpiece.