re
Tours and Shows Offer
Perth, 125 Gore St. E., on Dec. 6 from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This annual juried
show features some of the area’s finest
Wealth of Fine Arts
artisans and their unique creations in
a festive atmosphere. The venue is
the beautiful and historic McMartin
ve He
House, built in the 1830s by a lawyer
i
ativity runs in Ferry, Perth and Carleton Place. Check
who wanted to build the most impres-
r
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hey say that cre
the water here, and a quick look www.countrylanestour.ca for info. The
sive home in Perth. Each year this
h
around at the wealth of artistic talent Inroads Studio Tour on Labour Day
elegant old mansion opens its doors
throughout the area is enough to weekend takes visitors through the
to host an exhibit of original works by
make one believe it! Perth and District Land O’ Lakes and Lanark Highlands
skilled local artisans. Three floors of
has become home to renowned artists tourist regions to explore the work
s T
stately rooms offer a wide variety of
t
and artisans. of more than 25 artists and artisans
exceptional gift items, from traditional
There are many venues where you displaying pottery, jewellery, batik,
crafts and old favourites to new and
can see this fine work, including a photography, stained glass and more.
interesting contemporary items. Call
number of local galleries, shops and Call 613-335-2030 or check www.
613-278-2712 for more information.
studios that highlight the outstanding inroadstour.ca for info.
Another interesting offering in
e Ar
work by local artisans. On Oct. 11 to 13 check out the Crown
the area is the Mississippi Valley
There are also special events that and Pumpkin Tour. This artistically
Artmakers program, which consists
in
allow visitors to peruse local offerings diverse art tour has stops in Lanark
and even see artists at work. Several Highlands and Mississippi Mills.
F
studio tours showcase these talents. Call 613-256-8370 or check www.
One of the area’s popular annual crownandpumpkin.ca for details.
The Perth Museum
hosts its annual Spring
Art Show and Sale
throughout April. Check
the Calendar of Events
for more information.
Kiwi Gardens, located
just west of Perth on
Harper Road, offers
Art in the Garden in
June and has art to ex-
plore throughout the
grounds. Check www.
kiwigardens.ca for more
information about this
and other events.
The 11th annual Art-
on-the-Lawn Show and
Sale returns July 12 and
13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Area features a variety of studio tours and shows
at 3054 Rideau Ferry
Artisan shows herald every season.
to enjoy.
Rd. The event, which
now features members
of professional area artists who have
events, the Perth Autumn Studio of the Rideau Lakes Artists’ Associa-
compiled a high-quality creative
Tour, runs Thanksgiving weekend tion, began when Joy McLenaghan
learning experience and coupled it
(Oct. 11 to 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). and a small group of friends began
with the rural charm of a heritage
In 2007, eight studios and 18 artisans displaying their art – on Joy’s lawn!
property on the Tay River in Port
were featured. Visitors can enjoy art portraying local
Elmsley, south of Perth.
Now in its 16th year, this much- landscapes, sparkling florals and
The focus is on promoting the en-
anticipated, high-quality tour offers imagination unleashed in watercolour,
joyment of the fine arts by the general
an opportunity to meet with the area’s acrylic, oil, pastel and pencil, as well
public, as well as by local artists. Year
furniture makers, potters, leather as metal works, pottery and quilting.
round, several artists offer workshops
workers, printmakers, fabric artists, Five per cent of all proceeds plus
in a variety of media.
jewellers and many others. The route donations are contributed to Perth’s There are programs for adults and
is located within 25 kilometres and Great War Memorial Hospital Foun- children, as well as retreats and special
meanders through the beautiful land- dation to honour Joy’s memory. In programs. For information, including
scape of Tay Valley Township. 2007, $1,800 was donated. Information workshop dates, fees and registration,
Check www.perthstudiotour.com is available at the Perth Canadian Tire, call 613-326-0630 or check www.art
for information. Cango Gas, Balderson Store and Perth makers.ca.
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Other tours include the Country Picture Framing, or call 613-928-3041. There is no denying Perth and District
Lanes Studio Tour from May 17 to 19, Be sure to check out the Nick of Time is one big showcase for the fine arts.
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which takes place between Rideau Artisan Show at McMartin House in Don’t miss a thing!
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