Pumpkintown Primitives

18th Century Demonstrations we offer

18th Century Gravestone Carving Demo

18th Century Plein Air Painting Class

18th Century Plein Air Painting Class

Slate Tombstone Carving: Demonstrations and Lectures . David has lectured at the SC College of Building Arts, in Charleston SC, and Monmouth University, NJ and demonstrated all across the Southeastern US.

18th Century Plein Air Painting Class

18th Century Plein Air Painting Class

18th Century Plein Air Painting Class

Renee Gillespie's painting class en plein air is an outstanding experience for both a site and its visitors! Our students were children who all had a marvelous time - their joy was so evident that many parents couldn't help but join in, and all who wished to make art were welcomed and accommodated. We were thrilled with the progra

Renee Gillespie's painting class en plein air is an outstanding experience for both a site and its visitors! Our students were children who all had a marvelous time - their joy was so evident that many parents couldn't help but join in, and all who wished to make art were welcomed and accommodated. We were thrilled with the program. Whether you are hoping to host a class or to attend one, you will have made the right choice - enjoy!"

-Carin Bloom, Director of Engagement, Middleton Place Foundation Charleston, SC.

18th Century Portrait Miniature Demo

18th Century Portrait Miniature Demo

18th Century Portrait Miniature Demo

“It is a delight to have David at our site for interpretation. He very much looks like and presents himself as an 18th century miniature portrait artist. He knows his craft and interacts very well with each of our visitors.” -Karen Cox, School Programs Manager, Historic Brattonsville, McConnells, South Carolina

18th Century Paper Marbling Class

18th Century Portrait Miniature Demo

18th Century Portrait Miniature Demo

“Renee’s paper marbling demonstration was top notch. She is very knowledgeable about her craft, and she presents herself in a very professional manner while engaging our guests on a personal level.” -Karen Cox, School Programs Manager, Historic Brattonsville, McConnells, South Carolina

Pumpkintown Primitives Classes, Demonstrations, & Lectures

We offer the following programs for your delectation and approbation

Portrait Miniature Painting: Demonstrations, & Lectures

Paper Marbling: Demonstrations & Classes
Slate Tombstone Carving: Demonstrations and Lectures
Spinning Techniques: Ancient and Colonial, Demonstrations Classes, and Lectures
Indigo Dyeing: Demonstrations

Customized for your event, we provide most everything!

Each Presentation, Class, Demonstration, or Lecture can be tailor-fit to your particular need.

We have period tents we can bring as well, if required, and our fees are very reasonable!

Please contact us for your ideas and let us use our skills to make your particular event a most pleasant and engaging experience!

The Gillespie’s have Conducted In-Depth, Public Engaging Demonstrations at the following sites;

George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Alexandria, VA
Middleton Place Plantation, Charleston, SC
Southern Longrifle Association Show, Williamsburg, Va
Monmouth University, West Long Branch, N.J.
Charlestown Landing, State Historic Site, Charleston, South Carolina.
The Charleston Museum, Charleston, SC, program “Tokens of Affection: Miniature Portraits from the Gibbes Collection”, for the Gibbes Museum of Art.”
American College of Building Arts, Charleston, S.C.
Virginia Highlands Festival, Abingdon, Va.
Living History Park, North Augusta, South Carolina.
Historic Brattonsville, McConnells, South Carolina.
South Carolina Powder Magazine, ca. 1713, Charleston, South Carolina