Taught by Billy Welch

Come learn about the history and preservation of rivercane while making a flute and leather pouch from renowned Cherokee artist, Billy (B.J.) Welch. Simple instruction in playing the flute is a part of the class. All tools and materials provided – perfect for beginners and youth. Welch is a treasured Snowbird artist well known for […]

in local artist Billy Welch as he leads students in the creation of a Cherokee dance mask called a "booger" mask. Cherokee mask artists like Billy typically carve from buckeye or poplar, but historically masks were also made from hornets' nests, animal hides, and gourds. Masks made from gourds are known as "booger" masks, usually […]