Tanning Sheep Hides with Jay Begay
Join us for a 2 day immersion into the traditional art of tanning sheep/goat hide by hand. In this intimate and experiential class, students will tan one sheep or goat skin from start to finish.
The art of hide tanning is a cross-cultural human legacy, one with an ancient heritage that spans across continents and lineages. Besides full hands-on experience, we will spend time discussing history, methodology, and Navajo traditional approaches. Students will leave with an understanding of how to bring to life beautiful hand-tanned hides in their own small home-tanning set-ups.
Hide tanning is a physically demanding craft, so be prepared for two full days of very active and fun learning! We are going to learn as much as possible and our days will be packed with richness.
This workshop is open to students age 14+
Festival Admission Included:
Workshop registration includes free admission to the festival. Just let the gate staff know which class you are attending when you arrive.
Date & Time
Friday, June 5th and Saturday, June 6th from 9am to 5pm daily (with a break for lunch)
Skill Level
All levels are welcomed.
Material Fee
$150, students will be able to keep the sheep hide that they tanned.
*The materials fee is included in your registration.
Students Should Bring
Rubber gloves, 10 gallon tub, pumice stone, knife.
About the Instructor
Jay Begay originates from the community of Rocky Ridge in Northeastern Arizona. Jay's childhood was spent with his late Paternal Grandmother tending to the flock of sheep and goats. It was from his Grandma that he acquired these skills required to continue the pastoral ways. Today he continues to raise Navajo-Churro sheep and Angora Goats. Jay enjoys working with fiber and sharing his knowledge. Join Jay in this rare opportunity to learn the skills that were passed on from his late Paternal Grandmother.
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