"Oriental" and Amber Perfume Workshop

This studio class is for students who have already taken parts one (and preferably two, but not absolutely necessary) of Natural Perfume Blending. In this class, we'll explore the genre and sample many perfumes from some of the best natural perfumers working today. 

We’ll delve into the discoveries of the early explorers along the Spice Route and learn about resinous frankincense, rich vanilla bean, piquant saffron and voluptuous sandalwood. Some precious oils to work with such as 

• frangipani
• cananga
• cubeb
• cinnamon leaf
• mace
• tolu balsam
• copaiba
• styrax 
• and copal bark

The process harkens back to a time several centuries past when these materials became available (long before synthetic scent molecules were invented in laboratories). 

Each participant will leave with two bottles of perfume ($25 to create a third perfume, time permitting). 

Note: Please be aware that tickets to this class are non-refundable. Students should bring a notebook to class, all other materials will be provided.