Last night I had another hands on class. The focus was on gumpaste pansies and violets.
I was looking forward to it because the instructor, Nicholas Lodge, of ICSA (International School of Confectionary and Sugar Arts) has a fabulous reputation as both an artist and a teacher. So I finally took the plunge, and I did have a great time!
These kinds of classes start out with group instruction and a demo of each method and piece of equipment used.
![nl12 Instruction](http://www.honeybeebakeshop.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nl12-300x264.jpg)
Instruction
Then we are each assigned to a kit of toys ( I mean tools!) and get to work.
After petal, stamens and leaves are added the flower really blooms.
![nl31 Pansy blossom and bud](http://www.honeybeebakeshop.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nl31-300x225.jpg)
Pansy blossom and bud
Although it is the painting (with food safe dust colors) and a quick trip through a steam shower that really brings it to life.
![nl4 Pansy and violet](http://www.honeybeebakeshop.net/wp/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/nl4.jpg)
Pansy and violet
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