Cape Ann Artisans News

From the Studio: Rebecca Nagle

Posted on June 30, 2022 by artisan

Materiality is ever prominent in my creative process and I often use it to define the why and how of a piece. What excites me is that through the material’s properties certain issues and challenges arise and as they are resolved they give a soulful birth to a body of work...

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From the Studio: Marcie Rae

Posted on June 2, 2022 by artisan

Inevitably, no matter how much work you’ve made in the past few months, one morning you wake up and say “Oh my God, is there only THAT much time left before the show?” And then, whatever kind of artist you are, you hustle down to your studio to see what’s what, hoping for more and expecting less...

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From the Studio: Sallie Strand

Posted on May 26, 2022 by artisan

I recently returned from a 2 week trip traveling from Denver back to Gloucester in a Sprinter van. I spent time hiking, visiting artist friends and gathering inspiration for new work! Now that I’m back... (continued)

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From the Studio: Pam Stratton

Posted on May 25, 2022 by artisan

I have been enjoying the wonderful world of smalti. Smalti is the hand made glass that I fell in love with when I first started doing mosaics. I love the sculptural texture, the deep color, and it’s amazing reflectivity. I used it in my most recent work “Ravenna Dreams”, a 24”x24” mixed media piece using smalti and encaustic wax plus lots of 24k gold! ...

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MEDIA ADVISORY: New Energy Flows into Cape Ann Artisan Tour

Posted on May 2, 2022 by artisan

Spring Open Studios Tour Just One Month Away!

It’s right around the corner. Literally, you can walk or drive down the street or up the highway and enjoy some of the most engaging artists in the region. It’s the 39th year of the Cape Ann Artisans Open Studio Tour and 16 artists spread across 15 studios are looking forward to welcoming art lovers from near and far...

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From the Studio: Sinikka Nogelo

Posted on April 27, 2022 by artisan

I just made this piece for the Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental Artists Group show, “Unexpected 18 - Jacki’s Flowers.”...

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From the Studio: Melody Phaneuf

Posted on April 7, 2022 by artisan

As a visual artist, I appreciate looking at things, particularly old, tarnished, abandoned things. I collect objects that I can’t resist for paintings. This is a peculiar activity for a person who hates clutter...

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From the Studio: John Abisamra

Posted on March 26, 2022 by artisan

I am very excited to be joining the Cape Ann Artisans group for the 2022 season. My real passion is to capture the beauty of Cape Ann and its magical light through my camera. I try to capture the uniqueness each season brings...

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From the Studio: Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco and Beth Williams

Posted on March 15, 2022 by artisan

Adventures in Gallery Hunting | Finding the right fit to sell your work

A few takeaways and tips from the DIY approach, by Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco and Beth Williams...

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From the Studio, Winter 2022: Deb Schradieck

Posted on February 22, 2022 by artisan

2021 ended on a high note for me. I produced a line of Cape Ann themed Christmas cards featuring watercolors of classic Rockport and Gloucester scenes, some whimsical and some more serious...

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Cape Ann Artisans Announces 2022 Open Studios Schedule

Posted on January 20, 2022 by artisan

Media Advisory: January 19, 2022

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Announces 2022 Open Studios Schedule

Returning and New artists plus NEW summer and winter dates to … Read the rest

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PRESS RELEASE: The Cape Ann Artisans Announces a Holiday Pop-In

Posted on November 21, 2021 by artisan

Press Release: November 19, 2021

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

The Cape Ann Artisans Announces a Holiday Pop-In

Focus on Community Appreciation

The Cape Ann Artisans are poised to … Read the rest

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From the Studio, Fall 2021: Rob Diebboll

Posted on October 6, 2021 by artisan

“South Wind”, 12 x 12, oil on linen

On living with art

Creating art involves looking at the world with loving eyes. When those visions are captured in an artwork … Read the rest

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PRESS RELEASE: Doors Wide Open for the Fall Cape Ann Artisans Tour

Posted on September 10, 2021 by artisan

Press Release: September 9, 2021

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Doors Wide Open for the Fall Cape Ann Artisans Tour October 9-10

Art Making & Appreciation is Stronger than

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From the Studio, Fall 2021: Cynthia Curtis

Posted on September 8, 2021 by artisan

I am pleasantly surprised at how busy this summer has been! Classes and private lessons were full and it was clear to me that playing with clay has never been more therapeutic for all of us...

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The Cape Ann Artisans Tour | A Melting Pot of Fabulous Visitors & Art Lovers ~ Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco

Posted on August 4, 2021 by artisan

Over the seven years that I have been on the Cape Ann Artisans Tour, one of the things that has impressed me the most is incredibly diverse set of visitors and local people that pop in to see our work...

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PRESS RELEASE: Cape Ann Artisans Announce Summer Mini-Tour August 14th

Posted on July 14, 2021 by artisan

Press Release: July 14, 2021

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Announce Summer Mini-Tour August 14th

Join us on Mass Tax Free Weekend

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From the Studio, Spring 2021: Marcie Rae

Posted on May 13, 2021 by artisan

Treasures That Emerge from the Depth of the Pandemic

If you’re a jeweler, confined to your home by the pandemic and by the long loneliness of the New England winter, what do you do to survive, to thrive? ...

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PRESS RELEASE: Cape Ann Artisans Leap Forward in 2021

Posted on May 6, 2021 by artisan

Press Release: May 5, 2021

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Leap Forward in 2021

Welcoming new Artisans, fresh work, new ideas, & a colorful video online!

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From the Studio, Spring 2021: Pam Stratton

Posted on May 1, 2021 by artisan

During the pandemic I continued to add mosaic work to my tree and I finished my sculptures that I had started in my class in Bell buckle Tennessee. I am looking forward to teaching again in my studio this summer...

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From the Studio, Spring 2021: Chloe Leigh

Posted on April 23, 2021 by artisan

Summer is just around the corner! I have been feeling very inspired as the air warms up and the flowers have started to bloom! I have been busy, designing and handcrafting some new work! As a new member to Cape Ann Artisans, I cannot wait to meet everyone this year!

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From the Studio, Spring 2021: Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco

Posted on March 28, 2021 by artisan

Designing to a theme | How I envisioned “A Line in the Sand” As creatives we have many choices and directions to take our work. We all need goal and a bit of a stretch to get the creative juices flowing. I have spent a lot of time interviewing artists over the past year and we are all in agreement over needing an artistic compass...

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From the Studio, Spring 2021: Deb Schradieck

Posted on March 19, 2021 by artisan

Spring is almost here! And with it comes new hope for a return to some type of normal... I’m happy to share some very exciting news...

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Media Advisory: Cape Ann Artisans Announces 2021 Open Studios Schedule, Returning and New artists

Posted on January 15, 2021 by artisan

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Announces 2021 Open Studios Schedule, Returning and New artists.

The Cape Ann Artisan’s tour continues to be a delightful and thoroughly enjoyable … Read the rest

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From the Studio, Fall 2020: Jillian Demeri

Posted on October 7, 2020 by artisan

I’d waited some time before adding anything to a beautifully bound and paged journal. My dear friend and talented artist, Elisif, gave this gift to me from her most recent trip to London, as well as a tube of watercolor named ‘Sand’. Each year she and three other good friends from college make time to reunite...

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From the Studio, Fall 2020: Linda Hogan

Posted on October 5, 2020 by artisan

Joining Cape Ann Artisans for our 2020 Open Studio Tour season is Linda Hogan, a well-known and respected quilter from Rockport, MA. A master quilter for over 40 years, Linda favors traditional quilting patterns made with a contemporary twist...

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From the Studio, September 2020: Cynthia Curtis

Posted on September 11, 2020 by artisan

These are certainly strange times. But even so, I am feeling very grateful. Thanks to all of the folks that came out for our two Cape Ann Artisans “Mini Tours” in July and August. It was a lot of fun! ...

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Media Advisory: Cape Ann Artisans Announce Fall Open Studios New Schedule and Participating Artists

Posted on August 26, 2020 by artisan

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Announce Fall Open Studios New Schedule and Participating Artists

The Cape Ann Artisans are pleased to announce that the well-loved 37^th… Read the rest

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From the Studio, Summer 2020: Sinikka Nogelo

Posted on August 24, 2020 by artisan

Thank goodness for outdoor art! Right now I’m excited to be working on my 5th sculpture for the sculpture show at Maudslay State Park that opens Sept. 13th. This year’s theme is “Passages.”...

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From the Studio, Summer 2020: Rob Diebboll

Posted on August 18, 2020 by artisan

...But I have started getting back into the painting rhythm again. A few weeks back I took my paints down to the pebbly part of the beach and watched a mother help her children down to the water...

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Cape Ann Artisans August 15th Mini-Tour – Updated Schedule

Posted on July 31, 2020 by artisan

Based on the success of the July Mini-Tour, the Cape Ann Artisans look forward to a second one-day event on August 15th. To beat the heat, the hours have been moved earlier...

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Announcing Two Mini-Tours, July 18th and August 15th

Posted on June 19, 2020 by artisan

A small group (sub-set) of the formal Cape Ann Artisans will open up their studios twice over the summer for the full days...

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Not exactly business as Usual

Posted on June 6, 2020 by artisan

– but the Cape Ann Artisans are here! As we embrace the warmer weather, it usually means that the Spring Tour is in the air. Like so many other "events," sadly we have had to cancel to ensure the safety of each of us and you. However,...

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From the Studio, Spring 2020: Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco

Posted on May 26, 2020 by artisan

At this time of year, I would normally be preparing for the Northeast Sea Glass Expo, the Spring Cape Ann Artisans Tour, and Art in the Barn. With all of these events either postponed or virtual, I am using my creativity in new ways.

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From the Studio, Spring 2020: Pam Stratton

Posted on April 10, 2020 by artisan

This spring my exploration in mosaic work is turning towards the sculptural and more spontaneous. A small series of work came out of a favorite broken pot. I call it the shaman series...

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From the Studio, Spring 2020: Marcie Rae

Posted on March 16, 2020 by artisan

With a “call for entry” for an exhibition named “Hidden Treasure”, you can’t just send the piece of jewelry currently in process on your jeweler’s bench. Hidden in the recesses of your mind must be a pendant or pin with its own secret tresure, ready to reveal with one simple gesture.

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Marcie Rae in “Hidden Treasure”

Posted on February 28, 2020 by artisan

Marcie Rae, Jeweler juried with the League of NH Craftsmen and the Cape Ann Artisans, has a pendant entitled “What’s Behind Door # 1?” in the Juried Exhibition “Hidden Treasure” at the League of NH Headquarters in Concord, NH from January 17 through 27, 2020.

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From the Studio, Spring 2020: Chloe Leigh

Posted on February 20, 2020 by artisan

Meet Our New Member, Chloe Leigh. Chloe is a Fine Jeweler from Cape Ann. She graduated from Massachusetts College of Art and Design with a BFA in Jewelry and Metalsmithing in May 2017 and sought additional training by attending Alchimia Contemporary Jewelry School in Florence, Italy...

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Media Advisory: Cape Ann Artisans Announce Details for 37th Anniversary Open Studios

Posted on February 1, 2020 by artisan

Inquiries: jackie@capeanndesigns.com 978-283-8333 or info@capeannartisans.com

Cape Ann Artisans Announce Details for 36th Anniversary Open Studios – Partnership Opportunities Available through Feb 1

The Cape Ann Artisans have set the schedule … Read the rest

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From the Studio, Fall 2019: Beth Williams

Posted on October 12, 2019 by artisan

Fall is my favorite time of year (along with Spring and Summer! 😉) and this year I was lucky enough to spend the beginning of it in San Diego and on the big island of Hawai’i!...

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Cape Ann Artisans News

On living with art

Doors Wide Open for the Fall Cape Ann Artisans Tour October 9-10

Art Making & Appreciation is Stronger than

Cape Ann Artisans Leap Forward in 2021

Welcoming new Artisans, fresh work, new ideas, & a colorful video online!

Cape Ann Artisans Announce Details for 36th Anniversary Open Studios – Partnership Opportunities Available through Feb 1

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