Woodland Wool: Sneak peek at Festival of Art opening tonight in Windsor

5/28/10

Sneak peek at Festival of Art opening tonight in Windsor

Well the countdown is on for the opening of the 4th Annual Festival of Art at the Pisiquid Canoe Club in Windsor featuring the works of Hants County Artists.

I myself only became a member a few short months ago, but already I feel a part of this, I'm now realizing, very large group of creative people.

Today I helped hang some really amazing artwork and I'm very excited get back there tonight and meet all the lovely souls behind the talent!

Wine and cheese starts at 7pm with introductions from our special guests Joseph Landry and Brian Gazeley.

The two visited a group of the HCAC members in April for a workshop on Marketing for Art. Together Brian and Joe have built their own fantastic career as sculptors and we're thrilled to have their company for the evening.

Well I must go and get ready - hope to see some of you there tonight! I'll be manning the front desk, so be sure to stop by and enter for the door prize!

Keep an eye out for the yellow signs!

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Working in the arts has always been in the cards for me. After a childhood filled with time spent creating using what ever materials available, it was no surprise that by the age of seven I was firmly committed to living the life of an artist as I grew up.

After attending specialized art classes as a teen, I began my post secondary education studying photography and digital imaging, before shifting my focus towards graphic design, printmaking and film studies, eventually receiving a BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design in 2003.

Upon graduation I began teaching art to elementary students, and for over two decades I have continued to work as a freelance photographer and designer, collaborating with many musicians, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations.

Since relocating to the tiny community of Ellershouse over a decade ago, my artistic practice has grown to include the creation of tactile fine artworks and products that make use of natural and recycled materials. These days I primarily create using wool from local British milking sheep raised in Avondale, which I carefully hand dye prior to transforming the fibre into vibrant felted wall hangings and functional items like hats and purses.

After taking on the role of facility manager for the Avon River Heritage Society Museum in 2013, the tidal river that surrounds the historic waterfront park became an ongoing source of inspiration for my artwork, especially evident in my 2019 felted series ADAPT, my graphic print Year of the Salmon, and the corresponding installation Ghost Salmon, which was placed along Simpson's Creek in Newport Landing in June of 2019.

When I'm not working or creating I continue to pass along my skills and knowledge by leading fibre art workshops and demonstrations, and by actively volunteering with groups like the Avon River Arts Society and the Full Circle Festival, organizing cultural events and activities.