Rosemaling Coast to Coast, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organized to celebrate the art of Norwegian rosemaling through a national organization that supports and enriches the artistic activities of the individual. Members study, paint, teach, and promote the love of rosemaling. The skillset is broad, from beginners to highly-skilled, award-winning artists. Formed in 2016, the organization began holding biennial conventions to promote, teach and appreciate the folk art of rosemaling. Visit our website at www.RosemalingCoastToCoast.org for more information.
Description
Class description: Come paint a Vest Adger Style project called an Acorn Clock that is an adaptation from a Lise Loretzen design. Onya will not only teach this project but discuss how she adapted the design.
Class level: Intermediate
Use the RCC Rosemaling Skill level guide if you have any questions about skill levels: https://www.rosemalingcoasttocoast.org/rosemaling-skill-level-guide)
Class date and hours: Class will be on Saturday June 20, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:45 PM to 3:45 PM central time.
Medium being used : Acrylics, Onya will be demonstrating in Acrylic paint.
Oils are allowed however, oil painters will need to independently select mediums and mix color.
Surface: An Acron Clock Plaque from Lusk Scandia Woodworks or your choice of surface from your stash
Supplies: supply list for Vest Adger Acorn Clock
Note about supplies: The class fee does not include the cost of supplies. This is the responsibility of the student.
Instructor: Onya Tolmasoff
Instructor biography: Stroke work has been my passion since that first day I spotted a “Rosemaling” piece. I thank my beginning teacher every time I sit down to paint knowing that without her teaching the basics (stroke work) and her encouragement, I would have floundered. Once a student has mastered the basic techniques and strokes of decorative art; they can paint anything they choose. In 1985 I started teaching classes with this in mind.
I have also been fortunate to teach at several mini-conventions, SDP Conventions, California Rosemaling Association, Rosemaling Coast-to-Coast and chapters around the United States since 1989. Several of my designs had been published in the “Artist’s Journal” and I have had ornaments selected by SDP for display at the Smithsonian, the White House, and Wichita, Kansas.
I have held positions on the CRA board and RCC Board which continues to engage me in my love for Rosemaling and making new friends who love the art as well. I continue to take classes and learn about the different styles, which I have to admit I have a lot more to learn, but enjoy in trying!
My mentors, JoSonja Jansen VGM, Gary Albrecht VGM, Karen Nelson VGM, as well as many others have influenced and encouraged me throughout my painting career. It is my belief that you can never stop being a student. If you do, you cease to grow.
Location: This is an online class hosted on Zoom. All technical requirements needed to join the class are the responsibility of the student. RCC virtual classes will be recorded. All classes are listed in the Central time zone.
Class policies: For RCC terms, please visit the Terms and Conditions page of the RCC website https://www.rosemalingcoasttocoast.org/terms-and-conditions. Non-members will be charged an additional $30 that can be applied to an RCC membership, should the student opt for membership.. Order confirmations will be sent through SimpleTix.
For more RCC classes and rosemaling opportunities visit: https://www.rosemalingcoasttocoast.org/classes
Date & Time
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM