WISE OWL WORKSHOPS

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there is a story in the stones

Gravestone Art

& Symbolism

 

Covering the progression and interpretation of early symbols on headstones to the more elaborate ones found in rural cemeteries and in Memorial Parks of today.

Gravestone Artists

 

An introduction to the work of the early carvers and those that still practice today, with a guide to the process of recording cemetery art through photography, rubbins and foil impressions.

G is for Gravestone

 

Introduction to the headstones for young children.


With rubbing craft project.


Maximum craft participants = 20

Gravestone Art

& Symbolism

Walking Tours

 

Interpretation of headstones as we tour the outdoor art sculptures in the cemetery.

events listed below

events listed below

ABOUT WISE OWL WORKSHOPS

Samantha is a student who has a strong interest in folklore, symbolism, and the paranormal. She had learned at a young age public speaking and leadership skills through her co-op, School of the Minds, located in Irmo, SC. While living in SC, she formed a kid’s club, Dino Club, that was recognized by the National Park Services and once she relocated back to New Jersey she was invited by the Rutgers Geology Museum to continue her club, which she did for a couple of years.


Since she was young, Samantha has been visiting cemeteries and became fascinated by the history of the people, art, and the symbolism that is recorded on the headstones. Since attending Lorna and Phil Wooldridge’s Gravestone and Symbolism Workshop this has given her a better understanding and had inspired her to continue researching and preserving cemeteries and graveyards.was invited by the Rutgers Geology Museum to continue her club, which she did for a couple of years.

Since she was young, Samantha has been visiting cemeteries and became fascinated by the history of the people, art, and the symbolism that is recorded on the headstones. Since attending Lorna and Phil Wooldridge’s Gravestone and Symbolism Workshop this has given her a better understanding and had inspired her to continue researching and preserving cemeteries and graveyards.

Save Our Stones

 

Stories of redemption.

Cemeteries gone to rack and ruin and now recovering.

FORMAT AND PRICING

These are fun, educational, and informative presentations.  These presentations can be adjusted to cater to specific events and audiences. 


Each indoor presentation lasts about 60 minutes, including a short time for questions. 

The indoor presentations are priced at $175, plus the cost of travel, including tolls. 


Indoor presentations that include a workshop last about 70 - 75 minutes. 

The price is $200, which includes materials, plus the cost of travel, including tolls.


Our new outdoor walking cemetery tours can also be custom-created as well to include a table craft for younger guests.

Pricing to be discussed at booking.  r


s invited by the Rutgers Geology Museum to continue her club, which she did for a couple of years.

Since she was young, Samantha has been visiting cemeteries and became fascinated by the history of the people, art, and the symbolism that is recorded on the headstones. Since attending Lorna and Phil Wooldridge’s Gravestone and Symbolism Workshop this has given her a better understanding and had inspired her to continue researching and preserving cemeteries and graveyards.