The Most Beautiful Art Tour in Alberta
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Bluerock Gallery 110 Centre Ave, Black Diamond, Alberta T0L 0H0
The Most Beautiful Art Tour in Alberta, 2018
Showcasing the natural and artistic beauty of southern Alberta, all within a 45 minute drive from Calgary, seven Foothills artists and art organizations on the southern outskirts of Calgary come together to host “The Most Beautiful Art Tour in Alberta”. The beautiful environment of the area has inspired many of the artists whose works the tour features.From the Millarville area, through Turner Valley to Black Diamond and on to Okotoks, along HWY 22 (The Cowboy Trail) and HWY 2A, three galleries - The Leighton Art Centre, Bluerock Gallery and Lineham House Galleries - and four artists’ studios - Kristoferson Studio, Mady Thiel-Kopstein, Eversfield Ceramics and Firebrand Glass Studios - periodically arrange to be open the public simultaneously.September 28-30, the group will be hosting special arts events at their locations in celebration of Alberta Culture Days. Driving between these arts venues makes for a most beautiful drive for art- and nature-lovers, with truly amazing views of the Southern Alberta Foothills and fall colours. This is not only a tour of some incredible countryside, but the beginning of holiday shopping made easy, with handmade gifts available for purchase at each stop. The easy road trip to these beloved art destinations is a great day-trip for Calgarians... and also a must-do for out-of-area visitors.Throughout the 3-day event, there will be hot glass, paper-art, painting, felting, printmaking, drawing and other art demos and workshops, plein-air painting, and a multi-artist Art Walk – all against the backdrop of the glorious vistas of the Foothills and the Rocky Mountains!* Days and hours of operation differ between the various venues. A complete schedule is posted on the tour's website: www.themostbeautifulartourinalberta.com.Please note: the 7th member of the tour for 2018-19, Eversfield Ceramics will not be holding an Open Studio event during Alberta Culture Days, due to a scheduling conflict.About these organizations and who to contact for more information:
Leighton Art Centre, Foothills AB - An unrivalled location with pristine foothills and mountain views, this museum and gallery also has educational programs to foster creativity for generations to come.Amanda MacKay - communications@leightoncentre.org403-931-3153 www.leightoncentre.org
Kristoferson Studios, Turner Valley AB - Another spectacular location views of the Kananaskis area, this is a private studio of Susan Kristoferson, an accomplished fibre artist who creates paintings from papers.Susan Kristoferson - kristudio@xplornet.com403-619-6875 www.kristoferson-studio.ca
Mady Thiel-Kopstein, Turner Valley AB - Mady’s paintings, frequently inspired by her time spent in nature, conjure up the atmosphere and depth of multiple layers of colour and light, stirring a certain familiarity and a strong connection with the natural world.Mady Thiel-Kopstein - mtkopstein@gmail.com403-462-1610 www.mady.ca
Bluerock Gallery, Black Diamond AB - A gem of a destination gallery – with stunning art, discerningly curated, and impeccably presented. Fine art and fine craft, in almost every media, created by (mostly) Alberta artists. And complimentary gift-wrapping year round!Karen Gimbel - Karen@bluerockgallery.ca403-933-5047 www.bluerockgallery.ca
Firebrand Glass Studios, Black Diamond AB - Home to award winning artists Julia Reimer and Tyler Rock, whose work is in the collections of the Emperor and Empress of Japan and the Prime Minister of Canada.Julia Reimer - Julia@firebrandglass.ca403-933-2264 www.firebrandglass.ca
Lineham House Galleries, Okotoks AB - Housed in a beautiful 110 year old Registered Historic Alberta Resource home, Lineham House Galleries strives to bring together the creative best of the region, featuring group shows every quarter and offering fine artisanal items for heart and home.Cheryl Taylor & Janifer Calvez info@linehamhousegalleries.com 403-917-1445 www.linehamhousegalleries.com
Eversfield Ceramics, Foothills AB - David Barnes is an exceptional potter and sculptor whose work has been featured throughout England, France and Canada. He now calls the Foothills region home and shares his talent & expertise by teaching students of all ages and skill levels.David Barnes - daviddbarnes9@aol.com403-968-1567 www.eversfieldceramics.com