Georgina Studio Tour and Sale - September 24 and 25, 2011

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Participating Artisans

A – Bobbi Lovell – Potter 375 Adeline Drive, Keswick, ON 905-476-8670
Cash only	Weatherall Pottery will always bring warmth to your home. Featuring bowls, plates and mugs for your table. Bobbi is a graduate of a 3-year Georgina College Arts program and a 6-month apprenticeship at Hillsdale Pottery. Bobbi’s wheel-thrown pottery is well known in the Vandorf area, where she created her hand-decorated pottery for thirteen years. Her unique high-fired stoneware and porcelain ensures the integrity of the lead free glaze, bringing durability and many years of enjoyment. The pottery is oven, microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe and for all food uses. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: bugs@rogers.com Weatherall Pottery – since 1978 375 Adeline Drive, Keswick, ON 905-476-8670
C – Karen & Rob Doyling – New Artists – Photography 139 Bessborough Drive Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3S4 No Place Like Home Picture Framing Studio 905 251-5550
or Cheque	Both Karen and Rob Doyling have worked in the art industry since 1990 selling works of art to the corporate business sector and the retail side of the art industry. They have also provided art shows such as the Amazing Hues Art Show and fund raiser held at the Firefighters Hall in Markham, for the Hospital for Sick Children and sponsored a special art and colouring contest for children in the G.T.A in conjunction with the Bank of Montreal. Their love for art has now brought them full circle and as amateur photographers they are experiencing the industry from an artist’s perspective. “We have and will always enjoy every facet of the art industry! Our enjoyment of photography now allows us to explore our creative photographic side shooting Land and waterscapes, City Urban, rural, and in studio photography together as husband and wife.” Please join Karen and Rob in their Art Studio to view their newest collection of Photographic Art framed and available in packaged flats. Open year round E-mail: info@throughourlens.ca Web Site: http://www.throughourlens.ca facebook: Through Our Lens .ca Photography Studio: No Place Like Home Picture Framing Studio 139 Bessborough Drive Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3S4 Studio Number: 905 251-5550 Payments by Cash or Cheque
E – David & Sonia Mitton – Scrap Metal Garden Art (Showing at Georgina Garden Centre, 2297 Old Homestead Rd. (at Woodbine Ave.), Keswick, ON 905-476-8722)
Cash only	Sonia and David have a true love of what some would call scrap, they grew up during a time when you were forced to use your imagination and see something inside of something. David is an Agricultural Mechanic by day but a driven Artisan by night. He has always been intrigued with discarded broken parts that are replaced with shiny new ones. And then this is what has brought him to the idea of recycling farm equipment parts. Each piece, one of a kind, and hand crafted is typically produced from 80-90% of recycled and/or found metals. They include Sundials, lawn decorations, garden sculptures, animals, birdbaths, flower planters and much more. Waste not want not is a good motto to live by in our society. David and Sonia are trying to do their part to take discarded items and create something that will ultimately be good for the planet and bring joy into someone’s life. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: mitton1943@rogers.com www.scrap2art.com SCRAP2ART Pefferlaw, On 705-437-1943
E – Laurie Larson – Stained Glass Artist (Showing at Georgina Garden Centre, 2297 Old Homestead Rd. (at Woodbine Ave.), Keswick, ON 905-476-8722)
	Laurie is an artist whose media is the traditional form of 'cold' stained glass, both copper foil and leaded, with a little mosaic work for added interest! Laurie learned her craft at Thornhill’s Glowing Panes Studio and fell in love with the art. “It is a curious dichotomy – a juxtaposition of the creative and the technical”, explains Laurie. Laurie’s typical pieces reflect her love of nature, but occasionally she will branch out to something more abstract. She works in various genres but her style is all her own. Laurie designs and produces her creations, which include lampshades, windows and panels, garden stepping stones, and three dimensional decorative items. She accepts and enjoys commission work: “It is a challenge to give your client exactly what they want and at the same time to satisfy your own creativity.” Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: laurielarson@sympatico.ca Arbutus Crafts Aurora, On 905-713-0273
F2 – Helen Barcza – Painter *West Wind Studio, 49 Westwind Circle, Willow Beach, ON (north off Lake Drive) 905-722-8031*
Cash only	Discover in Helen’s paintings a wide selection of subject matter—Animals and human figures in landscape, imaginative ideas. Her bold technique employs robust color and texture. She employs Acrylic and Oils to capture the beauty of this Earth. Helen believes in living life to the fullest with tremendous energy and her paintings reflect this energy. Please come and visit my beautiful West Wind Studio on Lake Simcoe. Call for an appointment. e-mail: helenbarcza@yahoo.com http://www.artistrising.com West Wind Studio 49 Westwind Circle, Willow Beach, ON (north off Lake Drive) 905-722-8031
G – Sarah Porter – *Guest Artist* – Jewellery & Glass Artist (Showing at The Georgina Art Gallery & Centre, 149 High Street, Sutton, ON 905-722-9587)
	Sarah's jewellery-making techniques continue to evolve as she explores different media to create unique pieces that are eye-popping, fun, elegant, sassy.... each piece has a personality of its own. From her initial creations of sterling silver chainmail and wire wrapping, she has now added art clay silver and fused glass creations to her dazzling line of jewellery. Sarah enjoys learning new techniques, enabling her to push beyond the boundaries of her previous creations. She also loves working with clients to create designs "from the ground up" to match their personalities and desires. Sarah's glass art also includes glass art platters, bowls and art panels. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: sarah@badexcusedesigns.com www.badexcusedesigns.com Stouffville, ON 905-640-7366
H1 – Suzanne Cotton & Bill Cotton – Stained Glass & Glass, Earth Elements & Lapidary (Rocks) 82 River Street, Sutton, On 905-722-3148
*Cash only*	Suzanne’s glass pieces with a difference include cut and polished stone and fused glass. Other pieces include elements from nature and created in Suzanne’s Sutton studio. Bill does stone cutting and polishing. He makes stone jewellery and other items. He also cuts and polishes the stones Suzanne uses in her pieces. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: glassearthcreations@rogers.com Glass & Earth Elements Creations 82 River Street, Sutton, On 905-722-3148
H1 – Malcom Madsen – Silversmith (Showing at 82 River Street, Sutton, ON 905-722-3148)
	Tantalizing pieces of jewellery created from impressions of actual insects, mammals, reptiles and parts of their skeletons cast in sterling silver. They are truly unique and many are adorned with semi-precious stones while some have moveable parts. His high quality workmanship is ---- eccentrically amazing and stimulating to the imagination. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: malcommadsen@rogers.com Sutton West, On 905-722-8875
H1 – Cheryl Fulcher – New Artist – Jewellery Designer (Showing at 82 River Street, Sutton, ON 905-722-3148)
	Cheryl Fulcher’s jewelry is art in metal. Growing up with the influence of invention and attention to detail, she has brought a flow and balance to her chain link creations. Starting from various gauges of sterling silver, she hand winds wire into links making timeless classics and fascinating original designs. Her earrings are complimented by beads and semi-precious stones. She has also added a fun, colourful side to her work, using stainless steel and rubber “o” rings. After being a perpetual night-class student in Jewelry Arts at George Brown College for 16 years, Cheryl has now set up her own studio in Island Grove. In 2006, two of her original designs were featured in Lark Books’ “Chain Mail Jewelry”. Open year round by appointment only. Chained Reaction e-mail: cheryl@chainedreactiondesigns.com www.chainedreactiondesigns.com Toronto or Island Grove Call for an appointment. 416-558-1983
H2 – John Barker, B.A., M.F.A, – New Artist – Photography 88 River Street, Sutton, ON
*Cash only*	Rich in history and visual possibilities - much of my recent work comes from the ever-changing rural landscape. It awakens and captures moments, long over – but still immediate, alive and full of narrative energy. Inspired by the visual and performance arts my images reflect a synthesis of many years of professional experience in theatre, film, video and photography. Recent milestones include: “Leaves V” being hung in the official residence of Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations in New York; “Glen Major Mist” featured in the Nikon International Calendar; and “Gathering” awarded Best Canadian Landscape Photograph by the McMichael Gallery, and hung in Kleinberg. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: alana@johnbarker.ca John Barker Images 88 River Street, Sutton, On 905-722-5722
H2 – Ron Tremback &/or Patti Roberston – Guest Artist – Solar Woodcuts (Showing at 88 River Street, Sutton, ON)
*or Cheque*	Ron & Patti have designed and created fretwork full time since 1992. Their designs and technique continue to be innovative. As well as making the traditional fretwork they are well known for their more esoteric subjects, such as, ancient symbolism, They believe that Canadian made arts and crafts are some of the best in the world and are excited to be part of still growing movement. Open year round by appointment only. Solar Woodcuts e-mail: solarwoodcuts@gmail.com www.solarwoodcuts.com Box 83, Killaloe, ON K0J 2A0 613-717-1568
I – Gabi von Gans – *Photography* (Showing at South Paw Trading Post, 26102 Hwy 48 (just East of High St. on Hwy 48), Sutton, ON 905-722-8033)
or Cheque	Gabi von Gans a Vienna born, celebrated international photographer now living in York Region. Her work was chosen for the York Region Millennium Book and her photo “ Thompson Dock” on Lake Simcoe won best Millennium photo for York Region 1900-2000. The photo was used on the corporate brochure cover for Town of Georgina and included a full photo spread inside, also shot by Gabi. These photos come from a pre-established collection from her catalogue of limited edition (100 collector copies world wide) prints and the later published, in a hardcover, collectors book “My Backyard Ontario by Gabi von Gans. Used in the Ontario 2008 “Right to Dry “Campaign spearheaded by Mayor of Aurora, the photo “Morning Whitewash” received national recognition by Global National News. She just returned from exhibiting in a prestigious downtown Vienna gallery. More of Gabi’s photos are on display and for sale at Village Traditions (‘I’ location on the tour). By appointment only. e-mail: gabivongans@hotmail.com www.gabivongans.com Sutton, On 905-722-0189
I – Michelle Zikovitz – New Guest Artist – Weaver (Showing at South Paw Trading Post, 26102 Hwy 48 (just East of High St. on Hwy 48), Sutton, ON 905-722-8033)
or Cheque	Michelle Zikovitz has been weaving baskets for over 20 years and teaching for the past 15 years, throughout southern Ontario. An appreciation of the beauty and function of hand-woven baskets, Michelle prefers to design baskets for teaching that incorporate many different weaving techniques, materials and concepts that can be applied apply to a variety of baskets. Reed is her personal material of choice for teaching, incorporating hand dyed reed whenever possible. She is happiest when she feels her students are learning something new that will enhance their own work while developing a true appreciation of the ancient artistry of basketry! Open by appointment only. e-mail: mzikovitz@yahoo.ca 44 Penwick Crescent, Richmond Hill On 905-884-2736
K – Susan Stortini – Glass Arts & Jewellery (Showing at Whispering Pines B & B, 992 Lake Drive East, Jackson’s Point, 905-722-3998 )
	Susan Stortini creates her own glass beads and designs jewellery. Her hand crafted lamp work beads are prepared with rods of Murano glass. Being inspired by the surrounding world of nature, historical artifacts and mythological archetypes of the past, she finds that glass, with its’ magical and mystical properties lends itself to mindful and timeless creations of wearable art. Susan has been featured in numerous publications and articles in Canada and abroad and has had the privilege of learning from some of the finest and most respected Lamp workers. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: susanstortini@gmail.com www.stortinibeads.com Susan Stortini Glass Arts & Jewellery Studio in Pefferlaw and Toronto 705-437-1399 & 416-449-0057
K – Jean Stephens – *Quilter* (Showing at Whispering Pines Inn, 992 Lake Drive East, Jackson's Pt. 905-722-3998)
*Cash Only*	The sewing/quilting field has been my reprieve for the past 20+ years. Being a strong advocate of machine quilting, I encourage same artisans to go one step further and gain confidence with finishing their own quilts using their domestic sewing machines. To get something you never had, you have to do something you never did. Open year round by appointment. e-mail: stephensfrog@hotmail.com One Step Ahead Creations Studio 12 Corners Ave, Port Bolster, Georgina 705-437-1189 or cell 905-952-9719
M1 – Linda Hobson – Acrylics & Watercolour 189 Hedge Road, Sutton West, On L0E 1R0 905-722-0104
or Cheque	Linda's watercolour, acrylic, and mixed media paintings cover a wide variety of subject matter – landscape, florals, animals and people, architecture, impressionism and abstract. She has exhibited and won awards in York Region for many years and teaches classes in watercolour and acrylic. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: lhobson9@rogers.com www.lindahobson.com 189 Hedge Road, Sutton West, On L0E 1R0 905-722-0104
M1 – Sandra Hoshooley – Guest Artist – *Jewellery Designer* (Showing at 189 Hedge Road, Jackson's Point, ON)
or Cheque	Sandra Hoshooley started making jewellery after retirement from the world of business. Creating one-of-a-kind pieces for friends led naturally to sharing this love of funky, eye-catching necklaces, earrings and bracelets with women who just love to pamper themselves. Most of the pieces incorporate handcrafted, colourful beads with sterling silver or natural stone paired with unique silver findings. Her latest passion is working with Silver Art Clay to create beautiful one-of-a-kind pendants and earrings. Open all year round by appointment only. e-mail: sandrahosh@rogers.com Toronto, ON 416-690-5600
M2 – Dan Monaghan – Guest Artist – Sculpture (Showing at – 202 Hedge Road, Jackson’s Point 905-722-0104)
	Dan Monaghan knew from an early age he was an artist. His kindergarten teacher noted his skill. Some 20 years later as a stock car driver, racing all over southern Ontario. Dan was drawing and painting, when renowned soap stone carver Ben Henry noted his friend’s artist skill, he posed the question; would Dan want to carve? Dan spent more and more time at the Six Nations Reserve honing his skills. It wasn’t long before he became a carver full time and his pieces have evolved into truly Johdan works of art. Johdan pieces show great respect for nature, bears and eagles are the main focus of Dan’s work but he has researched and brought to life; turtles, snakes and bullfrogs to name a few. He takes a great deal of pleasure in teaching students to carve in soapstone, there are no rules, only the release of young minds into the creative world. Dan is truly passing on his legacy and creating joy as he goes. e-mail: dan@johdanstoneart.com www.johdanstoneart.com Johdan Stone Art Burlington On 905-635-1862
N – Leslie Sedore – Weaver *135 Sibbald Cres. Jackson’s Point, On 905-722-6597*
	Leslie’s work includes wearables as well as accents for the home. Leslie’s woven pieces now incorporate leather, with her one-of-a-kind collars being this year’s focus. These unique woven items catch the eye and lift the spirit. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: riversedgestudio@rogers.com 135 Sibbald Cres. Jackson’s Point, On 905-722-6597
O – Barbara Banfield – Potter *339 Hedge Road, Jackson’s Point, On 905-722-3537*
*or Cheque*	These high fired porcelain vessels, intended for use, are wheel thrown, altered, sometimes hand built and sculpted, are a direct response to my last few years exploring surface and form. I continually draw inspiration from the environments that surround me referencing both urban and rural landscapes especially as they collide. Always a passion for working with my hands, and a great appreciation for the history and process of clay, has led me to develop a layering process of applying texture, slips, oxides washes and glazes that embellish and bring a depth and interest to the form. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: bbanfield@rogers.com Sunnidale Pottery 339 Hedge Road, Jackson’s Point, On 905-722-3537
P – Lois Swayze – Painter / Photography 53 Sumach Dr. (Sumach Dr. runs north off of HWY 48 at the Coffee Time Donut Shop onto Cronsberry Rd to the water, Lake Dr., turn right, then turn right onto Sumach Dr., 2nd house on the left.) Virginia Beach, ON 905-252-9598
	A former businesswoman now retired Lois’s interest in painting and photography started 16 years when her daughter took her to ‘Maddy on the Danny’ and she painted an Iris on porcelain. She started to take classes and the rest is history. She retired and moved to Georgina where she enjoys painting in Watercolours & Acrylic and has expanded her range of photography. Lois’s images are available in various sizes, framed & unframed and greeting cards. Open by appointment only. e-mail: pieinthesky128@hotmail.com 53 Sumach Dr., Virginia Beach, ON 905-252-9598
R – Janet Harpley – Watercolour & Acrylic Painter and Printmaker Wilderness Places Studio, 6045 Frog Street, Pefferlaw, On 905-722-8021
	Janet is a graduate of Georgian College Advanced Fine Arts, Painter and Printmaker she enjoys creating artwork in all media. She has received awards for print making, and is skilled in oil painting as well. Janet has an obsessive curiosity in everything. “The bombardment of daily observations of non-stop images puts a voice to my creative expression, my work.” she says. With no studio of her own, she shares exhibit space with her father, Paul. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: rose_janet@hotmail.com www.harpcaiart.ca Wilderness Places Studio 6045 Frog Street, Pefferlaw, On 905-722-8021
R – Paul Harpley – Graphite, Watercolour & Acrylic Painter
Cash Only	Well-known Ontario naturalist, wildlife researcher and scientist, Paul was granted membership to the Explorers Club, one of the most fabled international organizations. Paul is also known in the world for his drawings, paintings, watercolours of wildlife and landscapes. His originals hang in private and corporate collections worldwide. Numerous limited editions have been produced of his works. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: harpley@ils.net www.harpley.ca 6045 Frog Street, Pefferlaw, On 905-722-8021
R – William (Bill) G. Brotherston – New Guest Artist – Photography (Showing at Wilderness Places Studio 6045 Frog Street, Pefferlaw)
Cash Only	Primarily self taught, William G. Brotherston began his relationship with photography while studying Communication Arts at Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario. Following graduation he worked as a darkroom technician for the Ministry of Natural Resources and later as a freelance photographer. He also spent several years working in photographic sales. In 2000 he decided to devote his efforts to landscape photography and since that time has worked on creating a body of work that defines his vision of his environment. In the intervening years he has taken part in many juried showings and art festivals throughout Ontario. These include: the Distillery District, Toronto; Art in the Yard, Elora; the Toronto Photography Festival; the Dockside Festival, Gravenhurst; Art in the Park, Ottawa, and the Veni Vidi Gallery, Port Perry. He enjoys being part of outdoor shows as it gives him the opportunity to bring his work to a wide audience and allows him to meet and interact with other artists. With his photography he strives to create images that show the more intimate details of the landscape, ones that cause the viewer to reflect upon and appreciate nature’s beauty. Though my work I attempt to capture form, shape and movement as created by man and nature. It is the intimate details of a landscape that attract and intrigue me. My passion for photography is nurtured and sustained by being able to record these details and share them with the viewer. Open year round by appointment only. 3537 P. O. Box #1, Beaverton, ON L0K 1A0 705-426-5265
S – Kim Bunn-Auer – Multi-Media Artist 5943 Smith Blvd., (East off of HWY 48) Baldwin, ON 905 722 6748
*or Cheque*	Kim is a multi-media artist who works with paint, fabric and paper. An avid gardener, the inspiration for her hand painted glassware comes from nature. Her love of creating is an inherited trait. Her Grandmother, Grandfather, Mother and Father are, and were, all master crafts people working with fabric, wood, metal and precious jewels. Creating has always been a part of her life. The multi-generational artists in her family have all had a hand in what she is inspired by and creates. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: bunnauer@hotmail.com 5943 Smith Blvd., Baldwin, ON 905 722 6748
U – Graham Ames – Multi Media Garden Artist *(Showing at “The Art Gallery” at Baldwin Plaza, 23721 Highway 48, Baldwin, ON)*
	Graham’s work over the years changes with the objects he finds to work with. He specializes in custom pieces made from broken jewellery and silverware or other objects you may treasure. His work ranges from jewellery to wind chimes and even garden art sculptures, or maybe even something else one’s imagination can think up. Open year round by appointment only. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: weames@rogers.com www.funkyart.ca 905-476-0552
U – Donna Broadfoot – Multi Media Artist (Showing at “The Art Gallery” at Baldwin Plaza, 23721 Highway 48, Baldwin, ON)
*or Cheque*	My subject matter is mainly Wildlife, Equine, Pet Portraits, Sporting Dogs and Pet Specialty Gifts. I like to work in various mediums such as oil, acrylic, pencil, porcelain sculptures and photography. Personal experiences have contributed greatly to my art. I have studied animals both in the wild and captivity; I spend, as much time as possible observing and photographing wildlife in it's natural habitat and also use public and private game farms and zoos for reference. My experience in training and showing horses and dogs has given me a keen sense of the uniqueness of various breeds and hands on understanding of canine and equine behavior and anatomy. Through my artwork I try to express the good feelings I've experienced from wildlife, the outdoors and from working horses and dogs. An avid horsewomen/outdoorswoman and supporter of fish and game clubs and conversation groups, I consider conservation of our nature resources, wildlife and habitat to be critically important. Believe that close contact with my subject is essential for my work; I'm never at a loss for inspiration which comes from nature. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: donnabroadfoot@yahoo.ca Sutton West 905 473 2877
V – Jennifer Funnell – Photography 5670 Thomas Dr. (Thomas Dr. runs East off of HWY 48 - north of the Coffee Time Donut Shop - South of Lyndhurst Golf Course) Baldwin, ON 1-416-577-1613 Cell
Cash Only	A local photographer born and raised in rural York Region, Jennifer’s interest in photography started at a young age around the farm. Her range of photography has expanded to local landscape and farm scenery, pet and Child/Family Portraits as well as Wedding and Special Events. Images are available in various print sizes, framed and unframed, greeting cards and calendars. Open year round by appointment only. e-mail: JenniferFunnell@yahoo.ca www.JenniferFunnell.com 5670 Thomas Dr., Baldwin, ON 416-577-1613 Cell

Participating Artists' works are all One-of-a-kind items and welcome commission pieces. Learn more about the artists by visiting their own websites, as available.