This weekend...A self-guided tour of artisans, makers, and New Hampshire businesses?

The person that keeps things running here :-). Ashley Platt, thank you! 

Yes!... the weekend is almost here... and we are looking forward to seeing people from all over the state (and beyond) for New Hampshire Open Doors. I am participating in the Seacoast Fine Art and Sugar Tour... one of several self-guided tours in the event. Lori Martone Pottery and I will be side by side on String Bridge (well... actually indoors in the mustard colored building :-) ) in Exeter   ...Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 10-5, this Nov 7+8.
Other fabulous artists (and humans) on this tour are Bruce Jones, Sandy McDermott, Heather Crowley, Norma Torti, and Barbara Mata. Paintings, pottery, watercolors, cards and creativity to make your soul say thank you. The "sugar" on our tour can be found at Brad Rice's Willow Creek Sugarhouse... what a nice combination of makers. Grab a friend and check out the New Hampshire back roads, artisans, and cafes...   See you soon!

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On String Bridge for New Hampshire Open Doors

Join us for this statewide event! This year I will be "on the rocks" (well, near them, safe and snug in the mustard colored building) on String Bridge. Lori Martone Pottery is right next door. All of my color will be HERE this year NOT at my Union Street studio. November 7 and 8... See you soon :-)

Summer Lawn Party, Thursday July 16, 5-8 pm, at the Exeter Inn to benefit T.E.A.M.

Thank you in advance to the Exeter Inn and Epoch Restaurant. They are the hosts of this fabulous first-time SUMMER LAWN PARTY. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Several artists' works will be for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit T.E.A.M. .... a local non-profit arts organization enhancing (by leaps and bounds I might add) the arts and music culture in Exeter. I will be painting "live" onsite. Hope you can join us and possibly leave with a little art and a reason to spread the word about your local artists and musicians! Music that evening is by GrooveLounge, David Ayscue, and David Drouin. Get ready for great tunes, treats, and color! See you Thursday, July 16, at 5 in the beautiful Exeter Inn courtyard.

American Independence Museum, Plein Air Saturday, June 6

Tomorrow... More than 20 artists will be out for the day painting to help support the educational programs at the AIM. Get the scoop early by walking around.... you may find something you absolutely MUST have for your home or as a gift for someone who has visited and fallen in love with Exeter.The event is sponsored by and supports the programming of the American Independence Museum ... 30% of sales go back to the museum. If you see something you love, but can’t make the reception (3-5pm) to purchase, talk to that artist on the street about purchasing.  Your transaction there with the artist will still benefit the museum!

  

 

Paint day outside... next date July 2

The weather was beautiful and the company was even better :-).... It was great to spend time with Debbie, Cate and Kathie. These photos are from yesterday... the third of three paint days at my studio. The next day is Thursday, July 2, from 10-1 (weather permitting). Bring your surface and your supplies. You can work in any medium you want... graphite, chalk, watercolor..... Bring a photo to work from or use the garden as your guide. This is not intended to be instructional (unless you want the input).... it is more a time for us to gather and to be in something creative. I have tables, chairs, umbrellas. We will set up in my back yard .... I will have tea and lemon water. The paint day is free, but you will need to reserve a spot... I keep the maximum number to five people. Hope to see you!