2011 Summerfolk Artisans

Banjo Puppets makes engaging and durable handmade puppets for professional and aspiring puppeteers: children, well-wishers, and anyone who wishes to engage their sense of play. They range from simple to elaborate and are perfect for anyone who needs a good laugh!
 

Balancing on the cusp of fine art and craft, Blackbird Pottery unites the spirit and usefulness of handcrafted work to intrigue, inspire and engage. April source her landscape and history for moving and sometimes moody iconic imagery to embellish her elegant and contemporary forms. Look for her Folk series, new this year.

Iris Dorton makes pottery and porcelain jewellery at Blue Iris Studios, her Downtown Guelph studio/showroom. Handmade porcelain necklaces and earrings with sterling silver and glass accents are available in a wonderful array of colours. Or come find your new favourite mug – choose from dozens of styles and glaze combinations!

Bluefrog Creations

Heather’s “Do What You Love” approach help’s to create energy in her unique and colourful lampworked glass bead and sterling silver jewellery. Each bead is made to music and is hoped to be worn in happiness and good spirit.

Celtic Stoneware Sculpture

Duncan MacDonald is a native of Britain, with his studio on the Isle of Islay. In 1992 he committed to sculpting full time, after many years of creating props and scene design for the British film industry. Duncan’s original work is inspired by traditional Pictish and Celtic images, while his historical pieces incorporate pivotal moments in Celtic history.

Deja Vu Design Recycled Textiles

Is a sewing studio dedicated to restyling, recombining & refurbishing, “nearly new” used, vintage garments & textiles. DejaVu’s materials are all carefully hand selected for quality and suitability. When purchasing a DéjàVu design, remember you are buying into the concept and putting your money where your mouth is……..Thanks.

This year at Summerfolk let Mark and Shelli Eisenberg inspire you with our exiting new designs in sterling silver and gold. Finely saw-pierced Celtic rings and earrings and nature inspired brooches and necklaces will compliment our classic jewellery set with beautiful coloured gems.

Web page: www.deltouch.com

Email: info@deltouch.com

Fairthorne Studios

Vic and Gayle Fairthorne design and make their exclusive line of products at their studio in St.Marys Ontario. For years, it was mainly brass and copper. But they have recently incorporated aluminium into their work. They make wall art, garden art, bowls, vases and bookmarks. Using colourful airbrush technique and protective coatings.

Web site: www.fairthorne.ca

E-Mail: fairthorne@rogers.com

Fotherby

We design unique, colourful and affordable ceramic jewellery finished with 22k gold, platinum or mother-of-pearl lustre’s. Each piece is coloured with complimentary colours or monochromatic hues. Earrings, pendants, bracelets are designed to compliment any wardrobe. Wall pieces are fish, geckos, butterflies, seahorses, octopus and starfish for the indoor outdoor display.

E-Mail: fotherby03@yahoo.ca

Fusion Art

For the past 30 years, Nancy Legassicke has been developing a unique line of kiln formed glassware at her home based studio in Pickering Ontario. Inspired by nature and her artistic heritage, Nancy’s work currently features a diverse line of animals and objects, both domestic and wild.

Gazelle Earthworks

As Gazelle Earthworks, Silann Kaduc creates one-of-a-kind clay and glass works. She is a fascinated by the exploration of colour and light through translucent and opaque glass. All functional wares are fully annealed and food-safe. Silann is also the force behind the Urban Nomad pottery travel mug it is individually hand-glazed and eco-friendly!

E-Mail: silann@chooseyourownpath.ca

Gestalt

Heather Church designs Gestalt’s stainless steel belt buckles with the idea that “One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.” (Oscar Wilde). Each buckle is crafted to be a unique piece with the added benefit of preventing your pants from falling down.

E-Mail: heather.mcg@gmail.com

Gleason Brook Pottery

Timothy P. Smith, Potter. Summerfolk is one of my favourite events of the year. I live near by, just outside of Wiarton. So it feels like playing a home game. I’ve been making pottery for 25 years and still love it. Everything is created with care, craftsmanship and consideration for function. CELEBRATE EVERY DAY!

Handweaving by Janet Whittam

I am committed to weaving for you the most beautiful and practical garments, household linens and baskets. To create a unique piece I like to combine found objects and recycled elements. For more information on classes, up coming events, please see my website.

Web page: www.handweaving.ca

Email: handweaving@gmail.com

Honeybea Designhive

A colourful friend of the green movement, this pioneer in eco-fashion is famous for it’s signature drink coaster buttons and original Honeybea Bumwears.

Web Site: www.honeybea.ca

Jason Bellchamber - Celtic Goldsmith

Jason Bellchamber has been custom making Celtic and Medieval rings since 1990 and professionally since 1995. Designs are based on artefacts from different periods of art history and the metals are made from either new or recycled metals. Each is hand cast and individually polished in his studio in London Ontario.

Web Site: www.bellchamber.net

Karen Gunna Leather Goods

Karen Gunna has been designing and crafting leather accessories for many years. She both respects and embodies the age old tradition of leather work. Her bags and purses are meticulously crafted with a careful blend of appropriate leathers, durable hardware and indestructible thread. The result is distinctive and beautiful products that will stand the test of time.

Web page: www.karengunna.com

Email: karen@karengunna.com

Lalaland Glass Studio

Kirei is an award winning glass artist whose work is whimsical and sometimes serious. She creates her own glass using traditional techniques as well as one’s she creates. Kirei twists, stirs, uses the vitrograph technique and drips glass to create one of a kind piece’s of art.

Web Site: www.kirei.ca

Larry A. Cluchey Wood Turning

Larry crafts his pieces from a large variety of local hardwoods, but finds the greatest challenges and rewards in the “art of the burl”. Naturally spectacular, burls often contain truly unique and visually stunning grain patterns, the perfect canvas for creativity. Come find that exalted showpiece, the ultimate bowl, the perfect kitchen utensil and more.

Email: lcluchey@wightman.ca

MacNamara

Take a moment to relax on a stone and cedar bench, let the candlelight flicker entertain you while you stroll to the main stage. Uniquely whimsical garden objects of metal, wood, stone and glass. Made by Jim MacNamara of Paisley Ontario.

Web Site: www.backeddies.com/macnamara.html

Michael McNeil Practical Art

All works of art handcrafted in Canada and treated with a high-grade enamel based powder coating to protect their beauty. Each individual piece is meticulously hand welded and hand painted creating a one of a kind product.

Web Site: www.practicalart.ca

Michaud Toys

Marc Michaud has been making wood toys and games since 1984. Old classic games like backgammon, Chinese checkers, cribbage and crockinole. Each game is made of solid cherry and rosewood and maple hardwoods, beautifully dovetailed and finished.
Web site: www.michaudtoys.org

Email: michaudtoys@kwic.com

A unique combination of Sterling Silver, 14k gold, copper and hand felted wool create a jewellery line that appeals both visually and to the touch.

MudPuppy Art Studio has been producing quality pottery and original sculptural pieces for many years. Every piece is either wheel thrown or hand built and decorated using a variety of firing techniques including Horsehair & Naked Raku as well as texture glazes developed to complement the piece.

Mythago Wood

“Marquetry is the fine art of piecing wood veneers into pictures and patterns”. With original designs inspired by traditional Celtic knot work and the beauty of the Canadian landscape, Diane Edwards highlights fine crafted boxes with marquetry panels and paints pictures with the palette of exotic woods.

Web Site: www.osartistsco-op.com

Email: diane.mythago@gmail.com

Opal Wing Creations

Naomi’s work is intended to intrigue the mind, speak to the heart, adorn the body and nourish the soul. Inspired by the untouched, organic beauty of crystals, fossils and rare gemstones, each design honours the spirit of each stone. Wearable and whimsical, each handmade creation evokes a profound yet personal connection between the natural world and those who wear it.

Web Site: www.opalwingcreations.com

For the musician who wants to take it outside – guitars, mandolins, and cellos made from fry pans, mixing bowls and canning pots. Tuned and played like regular instruments, but designed for camping, canoe trips, or a fire in the backyard. Made by Ron Schweitzer right here in Owen Sound.

Peppermills.ca

Cam Lavers is an Erin, Ontario-based woodwork who specialized in artistic salt and pepper mills. His original Cottage Mills have been featured in many publications, and can be found on over 15,000 tables all over the world. You may contact Cam Lavers at

Web Site: www.peppermills.ca

RAW eco-jewellery

RAW eco-Jewellery is a unique concept of handmade, eco friendly jewellery. All designs are created by Devaki MacDonald, using exclusively natural recycled and rare materials that she hand collected in her extensive travels around the world. Raw jewellery is made from an eclectic mix of mediums including seeds, stones, shells, recycled wires and antique clock and watch parts.

Email: gruvendevaki@hotmail.com

Richard Cox and Glenn Wray joined forces in 2010 to bring together their passions for music and woodworking. Richard continues to create beautiful wooden flutes and together they are combining their talents to produce original designs for mandolins, bouzoukis and bodhrans. They are committed to producing high quality instruments at affordable prices.

Web Site: www.richardcox.ca

Richard Mund Pottery

For the past fifteen years my focus has been making richly decorated functional pottery. I have specialized in maiolica glazed surface treatment and more recently clay slip and sgraffito techniques. My use of botanical images and colour are inspired by our gardens and the Saugeen Valley countryside that surrounds our home.

Rockrose Pottery

Summerfolk has remained my favourite festival over the years. I always look forward to meeting new friends and seeing old acquaintances. It’s a place for me to introduce new works and talk about fresh ideas with the many visitors to my booth and of course listen to the fine music.

Email: rockrose@bmts.com

Ron Belanger Guitars

Ron Belanger has been making fretted instruments since 1998. Building on the great traditions of Canadian lutherie Ron builds an instrument that is responsive and tailored to his customers needs. He enjoys building Steel-string Guitars, Irish Bouzoukis, Resophonic and Hawaiian Guitars.

Web page: www.ronbelangerguitars.com

Email: ronbelanger@sympatico.ca

Silverstrong Jewellery Design

Silverstrong’s designing jeweller, Shelley Strong creates high quality contemporary jewellery. The fluid reflection quality of moving water is captured in the organic forms of Shelley’s high polished sterling silver and gold pieces. Shelley has been creating jewellery for 18 years and has her studio in Owen Sound Ontario.

Web Site: www.silverstrongjewellery.ca

E-Mail: slvrstrong@gmail.com

The Sidhering (faeryring) was created in 1993, by sculpture, carver and multi media artist Tony O’ Callaghan. His artwork has sold across the globe, and he has represented Canada at shows in Europe and the USA. He works in wood and stone and shed horn and attempts to utilize re-cycled materials or waste materials 90% of the time.

Snarling Iron

Brodie McGruer of Snarling Iron fuses old world alchemy and cutting edge technology to create jewellery and sculpture that evade categorization. Brodie draws inspiration from the myth and mystery of our ancient histories. Careful, deliberate application of fire and force transmute metal, wood and stone into enduring unique talismans.

E-Mail: brodiemcgruer@hotmail.com

Sylph

Playful clothing for woman, inspired by nature. I use organic and sustainable fabrics, low impact dyes and water based inks to create simple, timeless designs. Perfect for tree climbing, forest wandering, city roaming, working or relaxing, I strive to make clothes that look great and feel even better.

The Funky Clothesline

Dolphin and Gaia Orion bring forth their artistic talents to create a full line of unique, hand-dyed and pained clothing. Fun, bright and colourful is one way to describe the array of dresses, tops, shorts, pants, infant wear and more. Personalized drawings on the clothes can be requested at the booth.

The Pottery

In 1985, Paul Stewart decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a pottery maker. His studio-/store is located in Toronto West end. In addition to potting I now conduct many clay workshops in schools. I also offer classes for adults and children and produce a range of custom designed pottery.

Web page: www.thepottery.ca

Email: paul@thepottery.ca

Heat in the forge and work by hand, add years  of skill and a dash of inspiration – that’s a true Artisan Blacksmith. Darrell blends over 30 years experience with his knowledge of Norse and Celtic artefacts into his signature “Rivendale” style. Since the mid 1990’s he has pleased the Summerfolk audience with the “Beach Garden” presentation. Come see the latest of his original art metalworks: fountains, gates, arbour & wind biles.  Commissions always sought!

E–Mail: info@warehamforge.ca

Under The Willows Henna by Emily

Emily Leonard first fell in love with Henna while studying in Spain and now shares the passion with the talented artists that make up the Under The Willow henna team. Their custom designs and hand –painted henna tattoos use natural paste. Henna tattooing is a beautiful way of expressing yourself creatively in a non-permanent form, whether at folk festivals or year-round for special occasions.

Yana Dee & Rowan Leithauser are from Michigan where they both specialize in creating their own unique brand of clothing & accessories from salvaged, organic & natural materials.

Web Site: www.yanadee.com

Web Site: www.violetstarcreations.esty.com