Joan Blackwell
Lumberton, North Carolina
Gourd artist: http://blackwellgourddesigns.synthasite.com/ Retired from DOD contracting in 2000; traveled with Army pilot son and his family to various areas in US. Moved back to (home) NC June 2010 to purchase a home. Love the outdoors, including fishing and walking. Most important is being with family and helping where needed. Currently, teaching beginners gourd art classes for the Lumbee Tribe at their Boy's n Girls Clubs. Contact me for private lessons. Wishing you the best, Proud Army Mom, Lumbee and Gourd Artist.