Русский ремесленник

In all centuries was rich in talented Russian land. Folk craftsmen were available methods of processing a variety of materials: wood, bone, tissue, clay, all that a man bestowed generous nature.
Centuries have passed since then, when the first born of genuine Russian crafts. The secrets of many of them irrevocably a thing of the past, lost. Other carefully passed down from generation to generation. They are still young and now. Of course, part of the works of folk artists lost its utilitarian purpose. They decorate our life, remind us how rich was the spiritual world of our ancestors, are encouraged by their originality and unique freshness. Watch for them is always joyful. Folk Arts in the Tver region alive. Give him free time, many people of different ages and different professions. This once again convinced, when you meet with folk artists in the exhibition or fair, on folklore and other celebrations. Master Arefiev
The fact that the city Vesyegonsk live amazing woodcarver Vladimir Arefiev, in the district is known to many. Admire his work traveling from afar.
Stored his work in the regional museum Vesyegonsk. As the last man in his family, the master decided to make a generous man's gift to the city Vesyegonsk, bequeathing his collection of his works.
Several years ago I had occasion to visit not only in the museum that houses the works of Vladimir, but in his house. The house craftsmen all unusual and surprising. Crosses the threshold of the house and immediately realize that the tree is drawn to master not only skill, but with love. Tree is alive, bright, even fragrant, flavor is present.
On the walls, tables, shelves, wooden candlesticks, spoons, an unusual form of salt shakers, toys, a lot of panels. Special fondness for Vladimir to the image of the peasant genre scenes: "In the bath", "Peasant Family", "In the hut," "A Village Wedding", "Rendezvous" and others.
On enthusiastically wizard told numerous articles in newspapers and Tver Region.
The real passion of steel, for Vladimir Aref'eva searching, collecting books, photos Vesyegonsk ancient temples. Master reads religious literature, so all of his work performed by an especially strong.
The works for the church, were highly marked. Master awarded Arefiev church leadership.
Strong roots tied to Arefiev Vesyegonsk native land. From her and his talent. And all the joy in life. Therefore, when repeatedly invited to stay and work in other places (for example, in Sofrino), did not linger long there, returned to Vesyegonsk. Better Vesyegonsk, where he was born and grew up, he did not.
Lace vine
With Natalya Nikolaevna Gerasimova we met at the regional folk festival. In the vast number of works of folk artists her work is not lost. On the contrary, stood out with freshness, originality and simplicity. Light graceful baskets and baskets, lampshades, boxes were made of twigs. Around the assembled spectators and buyers.
So there was destiny that in the early 90's (surgery) Annual Natalia Nikolaevna had to change his musical career employee. She became involved wickerwork, but the teachers were not close, and she collected a large library of books on Basket weaving and began to learn to weave on the books.
Remember with gratitude Natalia lessons that gave her B.V. Sushilov-wonderful folk artist from Tver.
And really, where else will know that in nature there are about three hundred species of wild vines! And only twenty of them can be used in the labor force works. And the process of harvesting and processing of the rod? Only in the traditions of ancient times but survived uotdelnyh self-taught these techniques.
Natalia took over their assiduity with his students. And soon, in many ways surpassed their mentors.
His ability Natalia does not hide. In recent years, she teaches (children and adolescents) Basket weaving in the Palace of children and young people willing to teach skills and adults. In this school Basket weaving has been trained many people in Tver. Natalia willingly opens the path for all the world of interesting, educational entertainment. About his own work with the vine, she says: "Scourge, like breathing.
Whenever possible, an expert at trying to learn something new ...
But most importantly, a passionate desire to convey old Russian craft Basket weaving young, and therefore invites the mistress of schoolchildren (from small to large) to the Palace of children and young people already on 2 September. Come, do not regret it.
Pure, genuine talent Natalya Nikolaevna. According to their folk roots. Those that pass from hand to hand gently, as a vessel of cold spring water.

Ludmila KONTSEDAYLO