2011 Studio Tour Artists
Dennis Bolohan
705/458-0288
Dennis uses natural slate and flagstone for his hand-engraved designs. The companion rubbings are reproductions in drawing media. The embossings are mirror images, hand-produced through a unique process. He recycles natural materials and man-made objects to create one-of-a-kind sculptures. He has also designed and installed full-scale labyrinths, and sculpted award-winning snow sculptures in
Rachel Bradbury www.rachelbradbury.com The last five years have been a tremendous growing experience for me; I again found the artist within. Art is a great journey and I enjoy pursuing the endeavour. One of my chosen medium of exploration is oil paint. I have been focusing on color and movement with my paint brush which expains my current series. With the natural beauty of the world as an inspiration, I paint. Maggie Grace Maria Gray Whether abstract or realistic in approach, Maria’s expressive and textured acrylic canvases reflect energy and life. Jeannette Luchese studio@jeanetteluchese.com “It is the question of honesty within the diary of actions that fuels my passion.” Falling somewhere between symbolism and total abstraction expressions explore the nature of energy as channeled through the body and whatever tool that comes to hand. I create within the spirit of the moment trusting in what is considered the absurd: gut instinct, urges, utterances, and desire. Jeanette Luchese is a visual artist, art educator, and graphic designer, working from her studio in Innisfil. A graduate of Georgian College (2008), and Sheridan College (1976),currently completing a BFA. Recipient of "Excellence in Art, Studio Award" in 2008, 2009, and in 2009 BAC Excellence in Art Award. Jeanette works in contemporary painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and digital media. Her work is included in private collections in Canada, U.S., and Germany. Currently exhibiting in “The Bluewater International Sculpture Exhibit (2010-2012)”, curated by John Sauve, with sculptures in Port Huron, Michigan, and Sarnia, Ontario. Tina Lund Tina Lund creates whimsical and unique 3-dimensional relief sculpture. These framed work of art are created using polymer clay. Her inspiration comes from teaching children’s art for many years. Tina is a fine arts graduate from Since the age of 12, Ken has been dipping his brush into the paintbox. His favourite medium is watercolour, sometimes with a touch of pen and ink. The theme for most of his work is Nature's Majesty, whether a rugged mountain, stormy sea, rushing rapids or a peaceful autumn path. He has also started to experiment with abstracts. Ken does not consider his day complete until his brush has touched the canvas. Jean Meher Themes from nature and Norah’s fantastical imagination in watercolour and acrylic. Daniel Pantaleo Daniel will show a series of landscapes, portraits and nature-themed pieces in acrylic, oil and gouache. Liana Pantaleo Liana Pantaleo is a photography-based artist from As Instructor, Artist and Co-Founder of ATC studio tour, Cindy enjoys all aspects of creativity. Cindy teaches individuals how to reach their artistic potential. She is currently working on a collection of paintings featuring Couples in Embrace… and captures the beautiful moments in our lives through a unique style of palette knife painting with metallic and earth tones. Commission work is her passion… with your ideas and her talents... your dream paintings will come true. Vivian Wallace Vivian has always had an artistic spirit. She has experimented with many different media and found jewellery is a place where she could express that artistic feeling. Each piece is one of a kind. When you purchase a piece of her jewellery, you can rest assured that each piece is a unique treasure. "An artist is not paid for her labour but for her vision."
705/725-9235
bradburyrachel@yahoo.ca
Eileen Cooper
705/458-9670
Eileen mixes handmade dichroic glass with semi-precious stones to come up with her unique designs.
Shannon Dobbs
705/458-9119
eyecandystudio@yahoo.com
Recent recipient of Ralph J Hicks-Best in Show and 1st place Sculpture, Arts on
705/458-4466
ruth35@rogers.com
www.artunique.ca
Ruth has been enjoying experimenting with vibrant colour and loose brushwork resulting in lively new paintings. Artist and owner of Art Unique Gallery, Ruth is a long time member of the South Simcoe Palette Club. Teacher in
Gail Esau
705/456-2285
Gail creates unusual figurative cement and wire sculpture that reflect her strong connection to all creatures. A sculptor for 25 years, she has more recently discovered the allure of oil painting. Gail is currently working from her studio in Churchill.
Jennifer Gauci
705/429-7634
jenniferandvictorgauci@rogers.com
"My first joy has always been portraiture in any medium. I love people and there is no greater pleasure than sitting and talking to someone and drawing them." Have your portrait sketched on the spot by Jennifer during the tour. As well she will show landscapes in pastel. Jennifer is a graduate in Fine Arts from Georgian College.
705/435-3046
3graces@zing-net.ca
Maggie Grace is an illustrator/graphic designer with over 30 years experience. Her work has been published in books and magazines, on billboards and in public spaces. In recent years Maggie began to revisit her own artistic journey. Working primarily in watercolour, pen & ink and acrylic her art is an ever evolving visual diary of moments, places and people. The immediacy and spontaneity of watercolour and the texture and dimension achievable with acrylic provide a departure from a mostly black & white day. Maggie and her husband reside in a light filled and inspirational old schoolhouse with views in every direction on the edge of Cookstown. Commissions accepted.
705/291-0200
billmaria@rogers.com
Diana Harding Tucker
705/458-0949
heka@sympatico.ca
Diana Harding Tucker (BA, SCA, OSA) is a Past President of the Ontario Society of Artists (OSA) and a past student of Ed Burtynsky and the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her images include black & white still life, landscapes, seascapes, conceptual work, wildlife and impressionistic works, handcoloured with various media. Her photography is collected internationally and has been featured in publications including Applied Arts Magazine and the Globe & Mail. She has received many awards. Her work is collected in the Governor General of Canada Archives of Ontario.
Christina Luck
705/458-4422
cl@christinaluck.com
www.christinaluck.com
705/436-7607
www.jeanetteluchese.com
705/294-0476
curt.tina@rogers.com
Ken Marek
705/722-4960
lifegate@hotmail.com
Helen Marioncu
905/729-3052
helen.marioncu@sympatico.ca
www.worthyartstudio.com
Helen is an award winning professional illustrator/designer with a BDes from the Ontario College of Art and Design. She has extensive teaching experience including OCAD,
705/435-9406
kjmeher@rogers.com
Jean has painted in a variety of media since 1996. Watercolour is her favourite with her unique blend of transparent washes, dry brush and subtle detail.
Norah Miles
705/458-4298
705/434-9489
dan_pantaleohotmail.com
705/435-9489
pantaliana@gmail.com
Cindy Roddick-Smith
705/458-8872
creativec@rogers.com
www.coreofcreativewomen.com
705/796-8484
v@vtheartist.ca
www.vtheartist.ca