Graham Ottoson operates Gourdlandia, an art gallery, store, and school in Upstate New York. There, he and his colleagues make arts and crafts from gourds (many of which they grow on site), sell their products, and teach members of the public how to make their own.
Ottoson proves that gourds are an incredible versatile medium, as you can see from the many lamps that he produces.
With a bit of painting and a clock motor, you can mount your own gourd on the wall and always know the time.
Many of Ottoson's works are purely decorative and delightfully silly.
His playful use of gourds could inspire joy from children and adults alike.
Joining gourds together is a complex task that Ottoson has mastered.
Gourds can also serve practical purposes, such as keeping the rain off your head, as well as being fashionable accessories.
-via Atlas Obscura