Silk Scarves

Silk scarves are new to the Tour this year!

Jara Niekraszewicz has photographed her process:

Preparing the silk

Starting to add colour

More colour

 

Waiting for them to dry

See Jara and her mother Valerie Ashton at Studio #8

News from Joan Chalmers

Joan is sharing some news with us today:

"My painting titled "HOME ICE" has been chosen for the 2013 Creative Expressions  calendar for the Parkinson's Society of Central and Northern Ontario. It is the scene of a neighbouring farm. It is a remembrance of my son and his friends playing hockey on their pond wearing their various hockey gear."

Make sure to visit Joan at Studio #13 where you will also see the work of her husband, John Walmsley

Rita Staniforth

Artists find their inspiration from many different things in life. Studio Tour artist Rita Staniforth has found inspiration for future pottery creations...

Rita says: "I've just got back from a trip to the UK and, always looking for inspiration, I came upon an article about a group called "Little Hen Rescue".   They take care of battery hens that are no longer productive, many of which are featherless for various reasons.    While at the shelter, they need to be kept warm so there are lots of knitters across the country making little hen sweaters (or jumpers, as they are called in the UK)!   Once the birds` feathers grow back, they are put up for adoption as pets.   Great idea for a piece of pottery!   So next year, there will be a few of these `little hens in jumpers` on sale.   If I sell any, I`ll donate the funds."  

Make sure to see Rita's work at Studio #4

John G Roberts

John Roberts is one of our Studio Tour artists. He calls himself a "visual artist"because he had expertise in many different medias.

John is a past member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour and a former high school art teacher. He is often seen around town with his sketch book tucked in a brief case under his arm and a big smile on his face.

Visit John at Studio #9 during the Tour

New work

Tour artist Marie Messina is excited about her new work.....

 

I have returned from my trip to British Columbia totally inspired!  The scenery and beauty there has motivated me to design some fresh, new pieces.  

 

  

In addition to my signature glaze, I have added some new glazes and speckled clay to my latest creations.   

 

I am thrilled to say, I have produced some very distinctively shaped bowls and unique serving pieces for this year’s Studio Tour.

It’s been a marvelous time!  I have loved every moment creating on my wheel and bringing to life each and every piece.   I hope that my supporters will enjoy my latest designs.

Make sure to stop by studio number 20 on this year's tour to see Marie's work