For Immediate Release
Gloucester, MA
Contact: Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco
jackie@capeanndesigns.com
“We were delighted when, over and over again, a studio that we dropped by simply because it was on the route we were taking turned out to be a little jewel. We were so impressed by the quality of the block printing, ceramic work and painting. It was also a special privilege to be welcomed so warmly into the artists’ studios,” a Spring 2014 visitor
With the Fall upon us, the Cape Ann Artisans invite neighbors and visitors to harvest their creative spirit! As our landscape changes, so do the colors that inspire the artwork itself – ocher marshes, winter squash, concord grapes, crisp apples, and new angles of sunlight are teasing everyone’s palate. For the second time this year, 23 studios around Gloucester and Rockport will be open to the public for a self-guided tour during the three days covering the Columbus Day weekend October 11-13.
The tour presents a unique opportunity to engage with the artists and learn the secrets behind their craft. So what exactly is a hammer and hardie and how is it that it existed from Roman times? What’s the difference between acrylic, oil, water, pastels, printing, and colagraphs? What exactly is lampwork and how many different findings are there in jewelry making? What are the various ways to fire ceramics and what effect do they have? The Artisans look forward to engaging you on these and many other interesting facts about their work and in some cases share a demonstration.
The Artisans work comes in many shapes, sizes, and media including:
- Fiber Arts/Silk Painting, weaving, batik
- Glass Bead-making & Home Decor
- Jewelry/Wearable Art (glass, sea glass, precious metal, & enamel)
- Mosaic
- Painting – Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Mixed media,& Pastel
- Photography
- Pottery and Ceramic Arts
- Printmaking/Block Printing, Collagraphs
- Sculpture – Wire, Metal, Stone, & Clay
How to find the studios: The best way to follow the tour is by obtaining an artisan brochure map – found in key tourism kiosks – the Cape Ann Chamber, North of Boston Visitors Center, and most Inns, Restaurants, and other tourist stops in and around the Cape. For the web-savvy, the map is downloadable on a PDA. By following the map and the pink flags, & artist’s handmade signs, you will reach the inner sanctum of Gloucester & Rockport while hunting for studios. If you see a pink flag, just walk in and any Artisan can help you out.
Who you will see: This year’s tour includes 26 Artisans ranging from those who are new in 2014 –Pat Lowery Collins, painter; Camilla MacFadyen, fiber artist, and Ruth Worrall, potter – to many long standing members. As part of an expanded outreach effort this year, Artisans have begun to report “From the Studio” on the new Cape Ann Artisans website/blog.
What’s else to look for? Based on the success of the raffle held in the Spring, we invite visitors to join a free raffle once again! We will be giving away a gift certificate to use at any of the Cape Ann Artisans’ studios and a few sponsor prizes!
See more details on individual artisans in the Blog “Fall Soundbytes from the Studio”.
Details:
- October 11-13 10AM-5PM
- Admission is free
- Detailed descriptions and maps are on the website www.capeannartisans.com and brochures can be found at many tourist locations throughout Cape Ann including the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce on Commercial Street, the Rockport Information Booth on Rte 127; and at each of the studios.
- A bright magenta Studio Tour banner marks each location.
- For further information contact Pam Stratton, President: 978-546-7582.
Meredith Anderson
Pat Lowery Collins
Cynthia Curtis
Terry Del Percio-Piemonte
Rob Diebboll
Mike Foley
Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco
Julia Garrison
Elizabeth Harty
David Montgomery
Pia Juhl Nadel
Camilla MacFadyen
Anni Melancon
Sinikka Nogelo
Erin O’Sullivan
David Piemonte
Scott Place
Margaret Rack
Pam Stratton
Bart Stuyf
Mary Ann Wenniger
Mace Wenniger
Beth Williams
Ruth Worrall
Sara Wright
Judy Wright
By Primary Media – note many artists working across multiple media – see brochure & website for details.
Block Printing: Julia Garrison
Fiber Arts: Camilla MacFadyen & Sarah Wright
Jewelry: Meredith Anderson, Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco, Beth Williams
Mosaics: Pam Stratton, Judith Wright
Painting: Pia Juhl Nadel, Sinikka Nogelo, Terry Del Percio-Piemonte, Rob Diebboll, Pat Lowery Collins, Elizabeth Harty, David Montgomery, Mace Wenniger, Mary Ann Wenniger
Photography: David Piemonte
Pottery: Anni Melancon, Scott and Erin Place, Cynthia Curtis, Ruth Worrall
Sculpture: Margaret Rack, Mike Foley & Bart Stuyf
