December 2, 2009 to January 3, 2010

 

Blue Mountain Foundation of the Arts

Winter's Gift

The holiday season fills the Arts Centre with both good cheer and the work of over 40 artists exhibiting their best in a gift boutique setting. The most discerning Santa is sure to find the perfect gift to delight this holiday season whether it be a piece of pottery or a beautiful painting.

The exhibition kicks off with a soup bowl fundraiser and opening reception on December 4, 2009 between 5 -7 pm featuring the music of Susan Connolly and David Whipper. Ten potters and glass artists from the region have created beautiful, handcrafted soup bowls in support of the Blue Mountain Foundation for the Arts. A $20.00 ticket purchase entitles you to your choice of soup bowl…and a heartwarming bowl of artisanal soup. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Arts Centre and arrive early to get first pick!!! Come share good cheer with fellow artists, artisans and friends and support the arts in the Georgian Triangle.

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The Refrigerator Door Juried Student Art Exhibition

Southampton Art School and Gallery Shop
November 5th to November 28, 2009
during regular gallery and shop hours.

With a successful season behind them, the Southampton Art School is highlighting the work of adult students who participated in workshops or classes in 2009.  The exhibition opened with thirty-seven paintings showcased.

Sandy Esplen won first prize for her painting ‘Rhyme and Reason’.  Sandy won a $100 gift certificate toward tuition for a course next season.  Marianne Gibson wins second place with a $75.00 gift certificate toward next year’s tuition with her watercolor titled ‘Beach Creature’.  Winning third place and a $50 gift certificate toward tuition next season is Lorraine Boucher with her painting on Yupo paper titled ‘Flower Power’.  Honourable mention goes to Sandy Richardson for his photo ‘Waterfall - Weaver Creek’. 

This show was developed in 2008 to give adult students the opportunity to display their work in a gallery setting.

Sharon Barfoot is the Southampton Art School Director. For more information contact the gallery at 1-800-806-8838 or 519-797-5068.