Experiences
Quick Answer: A hands-on pyrography (woodburning) workshop in San Francisco's NOPA district, led by artist Yabette. This creative experience is for beginners and anyone seeking a meditative art session. Participants learn safe tool use and techniques to create a finished wood-burned artwork to take home. All materials are provided.
Slow down, breathe, and create with fire in this hands-on pyrography workshop. Explore the ancient art of wood burning and turn simple pieces of wood into meaningful, personal artwork. Using heated tools, you will draw, shade, and texture your design while learning how to work safely and confidently with the medium.
Led by Local Artist Yabette: The class is led by Yabette, a NOPA-based San Francisco artist with over 20 years of creative practice. Yabette uses pyrography to transform local nature and San Francisco architecture into symbols of beauty and connection. Her background spans painting, sewing, music, sustainable textiles, and private teaching, and she brings a deeply intuitive, calming approach to her classes.
What You Will Learn & Do:
- Learn pyrography basics, tools, and safety techniques.
- Use intuition and local San Francisco inspiration to guide your design.
- Work at your own pace with optional stencils and one-on-one guidance.
- Create a finished, original wood-burned piece to take home.
Perfect For: This workshop is ideal for beginners with no experience needed. It is perfect if you are looking for a unique creative experience, a meditative process, or a chance to connect with community while making something personal. It serves as a great activity for individuals, friends, couples, or team-building events in the Bay Area.
What's Included: All necessary tools and materials are provided for the workshop. You just need to come curious, open, and ready to relax into your creativity. This is a complete creative service package for a memorable and artistic experience.
