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“This popular show offers 100 juried artists and craft vendors, an antique market, a humongous book fair and music in historic downtown Port Dover�

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Oxford Studio Tour

Oxford Studio Tour May 3 & 4 2014 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.


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Gary Payne

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Shirley Hokke

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Utilizing a unique mixed media style, Gracia’s work draws the * + & (# / '#& 0 "(# $ + ' #* & " ( " $( )& + ( " (0' ! "- - &' . & ( #)&" - ' # ( " "( &! " !#" '( ( / 0 - &' + & " )'( $ ' " & #* # $ #(# & $ - + ( ' * & # ( " ' # beeswax and the beauty of embedded found objects.

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Lianne Todd

Sue Goossens

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"" &'% ) & '# $'(% a moment, a place or an " '# (% ' ) * % in. Formally educated in biology, she has always been fascinated by the natural world, which is % / ' ) ) , " % watercolours. Lianne paints on paper, gessoed &(% & " ($# % works are most often praised for their illusions of depth and light. She participates in Welcome

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Working from photographs and primarily painting in acrylic, Rhonda Franks’ works are photorealistic representations of wildlife " " '(% % *#% " #(" " $% ) ' nadian and international collections, has been in ) % #(& %#($ " &# # exhibitions and is a participant in the 2014 Ducks Unlimited Canada, National Art Portfolio.

The range of form, colour & texture that can be created in clay & ) % ! % " &' smile quietly to myself when I examine what is "#* ' ." & $ all the nuances- from simplistic & subtle, to a riot of colour. The general understanding of the media doesn’t always explain those wonderfully unexpected consequences from when .%&' ") & #" ' *#% '# its outcome. It continues to challenge and teach me.

Studio open by appointment.

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Earle Barr - Station Arts Centre

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For as long as i can re " # % drawn and painted. At " was sent by my forward thinking teacher to take Art Classes at the Art Gallery of Toronto (Ontario) -- which I did for three years. To this day, I Draw, Paint or do Photographic Art almost daily. Ideas come to me constantly and I combine them as fast as they come. My whole life has been a journey through Art and Photography both as a Career and a Personal Lifestyle.

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Valerie Zadow - Station Arts Centre

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Frances Barr

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Julia Van Bommel

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Julia Van Bommel a recent ! " % for Printmaking, now settled in Ingersoll. She is continu " utopian collage prints that foster feelings of displacement and belonging. She is creating these works using silk screen printing methods.


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Linda Yeoman is most inspired by the beauty and shapes of gourds. Intriguing in their natural state simply by their shapes, sizes, pecu # % $ " # % ! $ % * "#!' & !# to create contemporary sculptures. Because each gourd has it’s own personality, it allows Linda to create that a one-of-a kind piece of art. Linda’s goal is to create memorable and unique sculptures from gourds, while retaining their organic integrity.

# # & % ! !&#$ ) works by the artist consist of abstract collages using acrylic paint, as well as encaustic with found objects. Makariunaite has exhibited !#! %! ! % & %' % * $ $ exhibiting throughout Oxford County. Currently, she practices art in # $%& ! # %! % # ! # ' % ' $ %$ * ""! % % ! *

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People, pets and places. Drawings and watercolour paintings with realistic detail! Bunny’s pen & ink drawings of scenery, homes and businesses are often printed as hasti-notes for mailing and framing. Portraits of people and pets are done in graphite to render their $$ # % $ # ! $%& ! ( % % #&# ' ! Thamesford in Oxford County. Completed pieces are matted and framed according to taste. Commissions always welcome.

+$ '!&# % $& %$ !# " % # ! ) !# !& %* then of Ontario’s natural beauty and more recently he is enjoying # % #* $%# % " % $ $ % # ! !&# structor at the Woodstock Art Gallery for the past 10 years and !*$ $ # ( % $ # ( % !% # ' !" #% $%$ $ " % $ # #! $%# % "# $$ ! $ %! ' #* # $% and detailed watercolour.

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OXFORD STUDIO TOUR

| MAY 3 & 4 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m

$%& ! Susan Fenlon

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$%& ! Bruce Hartley

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Susan Fenlon is an artist ! tario, where she paints ! # ! ! " derful scenery and people she encounters in ! her work successful if it elicits an emotional re # ! "er, or reminds you of a treasured place or time. Commissions welcomed.

# ! $ ! ! " #" % % ! # " " & " ! ! " % ! " to the substrate of the work it is produced on, questions regarding the material and the nature of the piece % ! " % water is my interpre % " ! ' tion, and ability to ! " ! $

Cathy Groulx O. S. A. is a professional artist working in oils on ! # " ! ' photographic references, Cathy also does commissioned work. ! ! # $ $ ! " works in her studio.

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! # the world through his & # ' ! world and simply around of black and white prints features architectural detail and design; his colourful images capture the magical quality of light. Bruce has exhibited in juried shows around south-western Ontario and locally at the Woodstock Art Gallery. Framed and unframed work along with note " !


OXFORD STUDIO TOUR

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"#$ Rita Milton

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$# " % ! & !" "#( " ! !# "# ! passion for pottery grows from the challenge of creating a thing of $#( ! $ ( " ! ( #$! " "#! % " # $late its forms, textures and colours in her functional stoneware and ! ! # % " ! ## !( $ # # "# !# !( # # !" ! # % !#" #! & ! " " # % !

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Challenged to create original realistic to abstract unique stylized & ! " ' " & # % ! #( # # " strokework and/or photography. Enjoying the freedom ! # % #( " " whimiscal cards and jewellery. Very re& ! % # ers enjoy my creations. Works are in museum, gallery, ! ! # ! % # collections internationally.

Cheese Trail in Oxford County ‌ located midway between Toronto/Windsor and Niagara Falls.

! "# ( " # ( %%% & ! ! # " The nature of acrylic paints allows for a spontaneity in capturing # " ) # #" & # # $ " # " $" ## % " &" ! "#! " $! $! & " ' # # # # # # # " !# # " % ! $!" " $ # $ " ( !# ! " & ! # % ! # !" ! # % !#" #! where she teaches acrylic courses. ! & ! " % been featured in juried art exhibitions at the Woodstock Art Gallery % ! $" $ spaces throughout the county.

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Enjoy breathtaking country roads as you sample, shop and dine your way along the Oxford County Cheese Trail. Come for a weekend and stay at a full-service hotel, historic inn, or charming bed and breakfast. Sample local artisanal cheeses including the “Grand Prix� winning Five Brothers and other local specialties. See our cheesemaking/rural roots at local art galleries, museums and national historic sites. Contact us for information to plan your trip. www.tourismoxford.ca www.oxfordfresh.com email: tourism@oxfordcounty.ca 1-866-801-7368 (Ext. 3355)




Tillsonburg Tillsonburg Annandale Annandale Nationale Nationale Historic Historic Site Site

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For hours and hours and moreFor information: more519.842.2294 information: 519.842.2294 30 Tillson Ave, Tillsonburg 30 Tillson Ave, Tillsonburg www.tillsonburg.ca www.tillsonburg.ca

history Built in the 1880s by E.D. Tillson, first Built in the 1880s by E.D. Tillson, first mayor of Tillsonburg, this beautifullymayor of Tillsonburg, this beautifullyrestored Victorian home serves as a restored Victorian home serves as a monument to the Aesthetic style of monument to the Aesthetic style of design popularized by Oscar Wilde. design popularized by Oscar Wilde. Nationally designated for its magnificent Nationally designated for its magnificent interior, Annandale is a feast for the interior, Annandale is a feast for the

eyes, and a community museum offering eyes, and a community museum offering fun learning opportunites for all ages. fun learning opportunites for all ages. Wheelchair accessible with quided Wheelchair accessible with quided tours, special programs and picnic areas tours, special programs and picnic areas available. Open year-round. available. Open year-round.


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Norfolk Studio Tour

Norfolk Studio Tour September 27 & 28 2014 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.


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Michelle Snively-Jefferies

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Coleson Jefferies

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As an Art Instructor and DÊcor Consultant, Michelle’s paintings layering techniques with acrylics and mixed media compels the differently.

Coleson and wife Michelle offer one of a kind creations made of reclaimed wood and recycled items which often includes wood from their 1850’s property, as well as lumber cut from his circular joinery techniques in his functional pieces that work well both in and outdoors, including benches, trays, coat hooks and more.

Studio open year round by appointment.

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Carolyn Muir

# $ ! % Carolyn creates beautiful, one of a kind wearable art. Coats, dresses, hoodies and jewellery will be featured at this studio tour.

Melissa Schooley

#! ' "" ! % ## !& %%% ! % ## !& combines hand-felted elements with wheel-thrown porcelain forms to create unique art objects. Studio open December, Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm, or by appointment.

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Jan Schooley

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Using oil, clay, charcoal and earth pigments, Kim creates cold-pro ' ! sons. Form meets function in these soaps made with underground spring water sourced at her studio and blended with organic and ! properties. Studio open year round and by appointment.

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Joseph Panacci

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The challenge of creating a perfect form, a new glaze, or doing a & ! ! # # " " # ! # # # # ! " & Studio open year round and by appointment.

Studio open year round and by appointment.

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Peter Panacci

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Trevor Darbishire

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# times exotic] and Carolinian lumber, to create his new designs. In his hands they become both organic and natural. “Let imperfections become details,� he says. Studio open year round and by appointment.

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Joanne Munzar

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Elizabeth Barrett Milner returns to the studio tour with a new body ! stores of its landscape. With emotion and the use of symbolism $ # " # soothing to the soul. The originality of her works # exhibitions and her works are in many collections.

“Art to wear� is Joanne’s goal in her use of semi-precious stones, " ! ! # # ! ! #

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Studio open year round and by appointment.

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Carol Gerrett

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Nancy Monteith

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Michael Barber

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Vera has always been fascinated with the intricate designs that ! ! $ ! " $ " ! " " $ !

Michael’s compositions are alluring and intriguing. Thick, chipped, $ ! " # " ! Studio open year round, by appointment ! $

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Sierra Barber

Larry Monczka

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Sierra is a young artist who uses personal mythology in her encaustic paintings. At times the work seems austere and enigmatic; other times it becomes humorous and lyrical w splashes of resin that add to their appeal.

! ! County for many years. As the photographic educator Minor White

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Ingrid Zyma-Irvin

My focus is to create bright and functional glass pieces. I melt and slump glass in my kiln to create bowls, plates and wall art. Stained glass windows and three dimensional pieces are created with copper foil and wire. Interesting colour combinations make each piece unique. Studio open year round, by appointment.

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NORFOLK STUDIO TOUR

| SEPTEMBER 27 & 28 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m

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" as glass, metal, simulated stone and wood, are found distributed around one hectare of landscaped grounds.

Jonas Stonkus

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Assorted oil paintings; inspired by Norfolk County.

gold. She creates unique custom works “paintings in metal� often incorporating personal stories and elements of nature into each ware.

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Shelley is a portrait and lifestyle photographer ing humour and the moments between moments. Whether it is an editorial assignment, family photo or wedding - her style

! Shelley has really enjoyed photographing children and babies in their natural habitat

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Anda’s acrylic paint of subjects, but it is her passion for horses which has attracted many admirers. tail, and the ability to capture the essence and personality of the image, has delighted many. She accepts commissions.

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Jen Lados

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gold leaf, resin and encaustic wax. Smooth or textured surfaces sionist style.

! artists both past and present inform her art. She captures images

Studio open year round and by appointment.

Studio open year round and by appointment.

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NORFOLK STUDIO TOUR

| SEPTEMBER 27 & 28 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m

&'( # Sherry Dresser

&'( # Brian LaPlante

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! chosen medium of clay. “It’s so rewarding to produce pieces of simplicity, strength and beauty from such a demanding substance.� In addition to her award winning sculptures, ware, including generous bowls and slab built platters. She also has fun creating a wonderful selection of whimsical ornaments that will capture your heart.

Brian’s woodworking exhibits masterful attention to detail. After 29 years in his craft, using wood marquetry and shell inlays crafted from both exotic and local woods, he creates guitars that appeal to both the eye and the ed by Carolinian trees.

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&'( # Kit Julian

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Kit Julian creates, embellishes and integrates textile, sewing hab frames. She is pleased to showcase new directions she is exploring in function, form and personal iconography

Studio open year round and by appointment.

Studio open year round and by appointment.

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NORFOLK STUDIO TOUR

| SEPTEMBER 27 & 28 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m

()* % Garry Walker

()* % Ellen McIntosh-Green

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()* % Arjan Lamers )%' )' ) # % . ,,, ' $" # '( "% (&%) %# ! " offers the best of both worlds from his rustic barn studio located in Simcoe. ! ! ment where he has been busy producing work for ! Studio open year round, by appointment.

()* % Jeannette Muir DeMonfort

' + # % . #* ' #%$) %') - %% Whimsical in spirit, Jeannette’s artwork depicts aspects of the natural world and its iconic subjects with line, shape and texture. Build $ ! board her mixed media artworks impart a sense of the beauty and mystery of nature and ! ! " pause for a moment ( or amusement. Studio open year round, by appointment.

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21 Lynnwood Ave. Simcoe 519.428.0540 www.norfolkartscentre.ca



Kindred Spirits Artisans of Paris Present:

23rd year!

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Changing Exhibit Gallery 41 Bridge St W, Tillsonburg November 21 to December 19, 2014

The Arts Country Juried Competition is open to artists residing in Brant County, Norfolk Country, Oxford County, Elgin County, Tillsonburg, and Brantford. Enter online at www.artscountry.ca

Winners will be announced on opening reception, Saturday, November 22. First prize: $2500 Second prize: $1000 Third prize: $500

Artists must pay a non-refundable entry fee of $50 to submit up to three images. All entries must be reveived by 5:00 pm. Oct 31, 2014. Successful entries must be delivered to the Tillsonburg Station Arts Centre on November 7, 8 or 9. For additional details or to enter visit artscountry.ca

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Brant Studio Tour

Brant Studio Tour October 4 & 5 2014 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.


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Jeanette Obbink

Jennifer Budd

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Woolscapes, original felted paintings by Jennifer Budd, are inspired by Jennifer’s homeland of Scotland as well as her adopted " " ! "" & # & ") ! , % ' * ' ! '(% 2 % & ! ( ! *"" & ! %" %, ' % ( ' ' " "(% ! ' +'(% " ' 2 % & % ! % ! && ! ) % ! , '" Jennifer’s work that makes each piece truly unique.

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" ,1& %' & " "(% ( +( % !' ! #"%'% ,& % (! ! ' %tistic spirit. Chosen for its playful quality – acrylic paint is her fa)"(% ' ( .0 ' * ,& ' % & '" #'(% ' && ! " &( ' /* ' ) % (% & , , & ! '"( & , %' * 2! '& * , !'" , %'0 ! . " , & #%"( '" "(! ! % " Kindred Spirits Artisans of Paris.

Nestled in the charming town of Paris, Ontario, studio50 is a custom (%! '(% ! "(& * % & %, ! *"% & "# * ' &# 2 " (& "! % ' ! (! $( ! (' ( (& %' - ' ) ! Prokopowich, the husband and wife team behind studio50, use locally sourced hardwoods, concrete, and steel in their designed and meticulously hand crafted pieces that elicit an organic, urban ! ! (&'% ) -- --

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Ralph Heather

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hand-pulled print-making techniques of woodcuts and etchings. I also explore other art media such as drawing, watercolour and acrylic painting. My current work is Rural Detours, a series of original woodcut prints and etchings that pay tribute to the rich stories ' # ! ! # ! exploring the countryside, searching for the missing connections

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Pat Megraw

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The art of mosaic embodies the philosophy of “re-creation�: small, neglected, or scattered pieces may be organized into order and harmony. I began creating mosaics as a form of self taught therapy during a peri make mosaic work a central part of my life. Creating, or re-creating, a physical, con $ ! # with the shapes, sizes, and colours of the pieces of the mosaic materials at hand. The cut-up pieces, mixed up and scattered, prior to starting a mosaic panel seem to represent a state of chaos. Guided by my inner ' # ' and balance in rearranging scattered pieces into more organized forms which others

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Located in the quaint, historic hamlet of Sparta, Ontario, Peter 2&621 78(-26 ,%6 (5%:1 7,) %77)17-21 2* %57 /29)56 *520 %'5266 the region for more than 30 years. Passion for the studio and original art is a family affair that includes Peter’s wife Eleanor and son 7)9)1 :,2 3528(/; (-63/%; )7)5=6 3%-17-1+6 /-0-7)( )(-7-21 35-176 and sculptures at the gallery. Well known and highly respected, Peter Robson Studios has the capacity to customize an art program of any size for charities or businesses with existing prints or by special commission. A complete state-of-the-art custom framing centre is located on the premises.

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A popular destination for art enthusiasts, Port Stanley is home to 7,) 57 0325-80 2%7,286) %//)5; %1( -*7 287-48) -6'29er the talents of local and regional artists in the large, open, and :)// /-7 +%//)5; *)%785-1+ 7,) )'/)'7-' 3-)')6 2* 29)5 5)+-21%/ %57ists working in many media spanning from paintings to sculptures, photography, pottery, textiles, and more. While at the Art Gallery explore the Gift Boutique, offering a wide assortment of handcrafted items, made by artisans in the community. 800)5 2856 35-/ 72 )')0&)5 ,856(%; 72 21(%; %0 72 30 #-17)5 2856 %18%5; 72 %5', Friday to Monday 11:00am to 4:00pm

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