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August 20th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Rt15 Destination The HodgePodgery (HoPo) is having a class to make your own custom scented soy candle Friday, August 20 from 5-8 p.m. in conjunction with Harrisburg’s Third in the Burg! Come out for a kid-friendly, fun event! If you have a small group, please call first at 717-236-0150. HoPo is located at 1100 North 3rd Street in downtown Harrisburg.
You will be able to choose your own scent and color, or mix and match to make your very own creation. There will be assorted delicious scents available for you to work with such as pumpkin soufflé, blueberry cobbler, hazelnut coffee, cinnamon and more. Walk away with your own creation for only $4 bucks.
Class instructor, Deb, is from the Lancaster area and enjoys working with different scents and trying new things. She has been involved in arts and crafts for many years. Although she has a full-time “regular” career, making candles and crafts gives her an outlet for her creativity. The name of her business, Pawprint Candles, is derived from her love of animals. Although she makes many products that are not pet-related, she loves to incorporate items which pet owners will enjoy, either for themselves or for their pet.
Beautiful and smells great too!
August 20th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Kathy Trexel Reed , a lifelong art enthusiast, enjoys producing original papercut designs using scissors and exacto knife, as well as cutting small silhouette portraits (with no pencil drawing) of people, sometimes pets, who sit for about 5 minutes. Creating colorful silk and watercolor paintings also offer her a welcome change of pace and help satisfy her artist’s appetite for design, pattern, and color.
She is a PA Council on the Arts rostered artist in education through Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art. Also, she has taught at Touchstone Center for Crafts, and at Laurel Arts, Somerset, PA, where she is an active Board Member. Her efforts as the Guild of American Papercutters’ recent president were instrumental in establishing a National Museum of Papercutting with Laurel Arts at the Philip Dressler Center for the Arts. It was named by the guild board, the Kathy Trexel Reed Gallery; she continues to serve as the museum coordinator.
Artist’s statement: I treasure time spent in my art studio where my imagination, experiences, and senses combine into new expressions, basically for my own fun. I love and need the creative process itself, not knowing where it will go, but finding something, an image, at the end of the journey that pleases me.
See examples of Kathy’s work.
Trexel Reed cutting a portrait silhouette.
Trexel Reed doing a demo of her unique, intricate artwork.
August 13th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Every year, during the third weekend of August (this year, August 21-22), Mt. Gretna’s community of some 700 homes and cottages suddenly springs to life, welcoming 285 artists chosen through juried competition and 20,000 visitors to their Outdoor Art Show. Visit www.mtgretnaarts.com to learn more!
Rt15 artist Linda Billet is once again exhibiting her unique glass art at the Show, so check out Booth 41 on Pennsylvania Avenue to visit her and be amazed by the beauty of her work. To see more of Billet’s work, visit www.lindabillet.com.
“Twinkle” glass mosaic by Linda Billet
August 13th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The popular “SUMMER SOIREES” are stylish fund raising events to benefit The Art Association of Harrisburg. Below are descriptions of the two remaining soirees taking place August 14 and 21.
Mother and daughter Kathy Marley- Dunbar and Lora Millar invite attendees “Into the Woods” at the Millars’ home east of Harrisburg, off Linglestown Road, on Saturday, August 14, 5 to 8 PM. The artists whose work will be showcased at this Soiree include Seven Lively original Earl Blust; painter Terry Croteau; photographer Fred Gantz; and jeweler Barbara Gutekunst. Lively music by guitarist Hal Fox and his violinist wife Felicity will set the tone for a magical evening as guests venture “into the woods.” Refreshments and beverages will be served.
Renee Lieux and her husband Kirk Brechbiel encourage guests to join them “Under the Oaks” on the lawn of their restored Indiana Avenue, Lemoyne, home on Saturday, August 21, 5-8 PM. Landscape artists Brian Eppley, Jonathan Frazier, Paul Gallo and Barbara Warfel will display their paintings while attendees nibble on hors d’ouevres and sip beverages in the soft evening light.
The Soirees, whose proceeds benefit AAH education and exhibition programming, entail a fee of $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Directions will be provided to attendees when they register, either via the AAH website at www.artassocofhbg.com, by phone, or by mail. Call 717-236-1432 for more information.
August 12th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Bridget Mayak, a Handmade Along the Highway artist, was named the Touchstone Center for Crafts Artist of the Year. Mayak is also an art teacher in Somerset County. She creates clay Garden Birds – no two are exactly alike. The birds and owls are made to be indoors or outdoors. They come in singles, pairs, mama and baby, as well as groupings. A limited number are done in raku and have metal appendages.
Touchstone Center for Crafts’ mission is to advance excellence in the arts and crafts by educating and encouraging individuals to develop technical skills, good design, and innovative expression. Recognizing the contributions of artists and artisans to the quality of life, Touchstone serves, but is not limited to, the people of Fayette County, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding area. Touchstone Center for Crafts offers classes, exhibitions, lectures, demonstrations, and other creative, educational programming throughout the year for people of all ages and levels of expertise.
Bridget Mayak working on her clay birds.
A few examples of Mayak’s unique, handmade clay birds.
August 12th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
A Handmade Along the Highway destination, The Conservatory provides a variety of garden ornaments and accessories – mostly handmade by local artisans. There are delightful ceramic birds made by Bridget Mayak of Somerset; original watercolor greeting cards by Carole McCray from Laurel Mountain village, Patricia Loughran of Ligonier and Eileen Stoner of Latrobe; painted garden markers by Diane Ambrose of Latrobe; as well as bird houses and early American painted items by Dave Armstrong of Irwin. Mayak and Stoner are juried members of the Handmade Along the Highway Artisan Trail. Mayak was recently named the artisan of the year for Touchstone Center for Crafts.
The Conservatory also offers a wide variety of flowering indoor plants, hanging baskets, annuals, heirloom tomato and vegetable plants, garden tools and accessories and many gifts for gardeners.
Open four days a week – Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday by appointment. Call 724-238-2288. Located at 1369 Route 30, Laughlintown PA 15655.
August 12th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Keystone Edge is a Web site and weekly online magazine that presents original stories, video and photography to tell the story of the new economy in Pennsylvania–a narrative of creative people and businesses, new development, cool places to live, and the best places to work and play.
This week, an article about the PA Artisan Trails was featured, including several photos from the Rt15 ByWay of the Arts Exhibit at Landis House in Newport, PA until August 20. Check out the article for more photos like the one below and to read about the mission and success of the PA Artisan Trails.
Keystone Edge article
“Edgar” by Jason Lyons, Rt15 ByWay of the Arts
August 12th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Below is a a link to an article about Rt15 destination, PCCA Gallery, as well as Rt15 itself and the current exhibit at Landis House in Newport. Several photos, such as the one below of the main exhibit room, are also featured. Click on the article below to see more!
Rt15 ByWay of the Arts article
July 27th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Central Penn Arts Guide, a new on-line promotional website for news, reviews, schedules, interviews and happenings recently interviewed Gallery Blu owner, Christina Heintzelman-Jones.
“Christina has her finger squarely on the pulse of the revitalizing Midtown art scene and what’s necessary for the momentum to continue. Let’s hear it in her words…” For more, go to Central Penn Arts Guide!
Also, be sure to check out Gallery Blu next time you’re in Harrisburg! Located at 1633 North 3rd St.
July 27th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Induction into the Keystone Society for Tourism is the highest honor awarded by the commonwealth for leaders in the tourism industry. “It is no simple task to open a tourism business or to be innovative with an established destination. The art of creating a fresh and attractive experience that will entice visitors is not a simple one to master,” said Mickey Rowley, deputy secretary for tourism at the Department of Community and Economic Development. “The Keystone Society honors those who exemplify excellence in the tourism industry.”
Nominations for the Society were submitted in several categories, such as Leadership, Enterprise, and Innovation. At the ceremony and luncheon on June 4, 2010, inductees were honored with personalized medallions and were also given the gift of art with one-of-a-kind works created by artists along all seven PA Artisan Trails.
At the ceremony, PA Artisan Trails display tables were set up inside the entrance to the Governor’s Residence so that guests could enjoy the gifts of art before the ceremony and recipients could preview their awards. The entire line of gift awards can be viewed at www.paartisantrails.com. Below are photos of the display tables from the event.
July 23rd, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The 2010 PA Route 6 Artisan Trail Brochure will be distributed to all trail participants, visitor centers and the PennDOT Welcome Centers along the PA Route 6 Corridor. The brochure contains the largest number of artisans, galleries, studios and retail shoppes since the start of the Trail six years ago. If you would like a copy of the brochure, please contact the PA Route 6 office at 814-435-7706.
July 13th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
July is a time of relaxation and hopefully reflection on what a great country we live in. Along Route 6 you will find a blend of fine arts and crafts that truly reflect the great place and people who call this highway home. Come experience it all!
87 Main Street, Wellsboro
Between mile markers 220 & 221
Stained Glass Reflection is a working studio and retail store that offers finished pieces, made by the owner/artists; custom designs for the home, churches or businesses; and a full line of quality glass supplies. They offer 2-day classes at your convenience.
Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9AM-5PM; Sun. by appointment
July 30 – Aug. 1, 2010
Hours: 11 AM – 6 PM
Honesdale, PA
Between mile markers 359 & 360
Twenty-two artists’ studios are open to the public free of charge. The Tour provides a wonderful opportunity to meet Wayne County’s talented and diverse artists in their working environments. Studio Tour Headquarters is The Hanson Gallery & Decorium at 1037 Main Street, where you can pick up a brochure with map and see sample works of Studio Tour artists. Volunteers will be on hand to help plan your route and provide driving directions.
Download the Brochure HERE!
1 South Fraley Street, Kane
Between mile markers 124 & 125
Located in the restored 1871 Kane Railroad depot building, ArtWorks is an Artisans’ Cooperative gallery selling original art and fine crafts alongside displays of local historical significance. Also sells Holgate toys,fine wooden toys made here in the northern Alleghenies.
Hours: Saturday & Sunday – 11AM – 5PM
July 8th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The Inaugural Rt15 ByWay of the Arts Exhibit opened on Friday, June 11 with a reception featuring demonstrations by Rt15 artists Gay Foltz, wood carving; and Mary Beth Brath, acrylic painting. Guests also enjoyed music by Jonathan Frazier, who also has a painting in the exhibit. Refreshments were provided by Espresso Yourself Cafe and wine by Hunters Valley Winery.
The Exhibit will remain through Friday, August 20 at Landis House, 67 N. 4th Street in Newport, PA. Regular hours for Landis House are Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 – 5 p.m. and also by appointment. Simply call 717-567-7023 to set up a time to visit the exhibit.
Don’t forget when you visit to enter to win a Rt15 ByWay of the Arts gift basket, with goodies like wine from Hunters Valley Winery, note cards by Rt15 artist Carolyn Pio, and a sunflower hand-painted wine glass by Rt15 artist Joan Lenker. A winner will be randomly selected at the close of the exhibit.
Gay Foltz demonstrates her wood carving at the Rt15 ByWay Exhibit Opening.
Mary Beth Brath demonstrates an acrylic painting from a photo at the Rt15 Exhibit Opening.
Jonathan Frazier entertains guests as they stroll through the exhibit.
The main exhibit room at Landis House features Rt15 artists such as Fitzgerald Pottery and Jason Lyons.
July 1st, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Art of the Susquehanna Tour: September 10, 11, and 12
Kayak to the Native American Petroglyphs on the river, go behind the scenes to meet renowned local artists in their studios, relax and dine along the shores of the spectacular Susquehanna River, and spend 2 nights in an historic Rivertownes B&B.
Once the gateway to the western frontier, this important river region is rich in historical, cultural, and artistic heritage. The glorious Susquehanna River has been pivotal in the development of our country and has served as a source of inspiration and adventure for centuries. Experience this rich legacy first hand – from the earliest Susquehanna artwork created by Native Americans to the works of renowned contemporary artists inspired by this magnificent river.
This tour offers:
- Kayak on the Susquehanna River to the Native American Petroglyphs with an expert guide and boxed lunch (This may take up to 5 hours on the River.)
- Private curator’s tour of the “Visions of the Susquehanna” exhibit on permanent display at the Historic Zimmerman House at Long Level, York, PA plus a copy of the exhibit catalog
- 2 nights accommodations in The Railroad House, an historic B&B in Marietta, PA
- Dinners at John Wright Restaurant and “The Rookery” at Shank’s Mare
- Private visits to the studios of Rivertownes artists
Cost: $595 per person, $995 per couple (double occupancy). Limited to 14 people on a first come, first serve basis. No pets. No wheelchair accessibility. Ages 21 and older.
For more information and details on itinerary, please contact carol@PaArtsExperience.com.
Susquehanna River Petroglyph
Lower Susquehanna River
Susquehanna Art Collection, Zimmerman Center
July 1st, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The 22nd Annual Harrisburg Gallery Walk is slated for Sunday, September 12, 11 AM to 6 PM, with 31 sites included this year. As always, Gallery Walk is free, with a flyer and map available at all participating galleries and online at www.artassocofhbg.com. The Patriot News and WXPN are the sponsors of Harrisburg Gallery Walk this year.
Galleries for this year include, in order of appearance on the map: The Art Association of Harrisburg, The John Harris/Simon Cameron Mansion, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral House Gallery, McKissick Associates, VQC Designs, Harrisburg Camera Club (at City Government Centre), and Penn National Insurance. Back this year is CASA in their new space in Strawberry Square, LaFemme Jolie, and the new Harrisburg History Centre on Market Street. Susquehanna Art Museum and their Art VanGo! are part of Gallery Walk again, as is The Middletown Area Arts Collective, located for the day at Salem United Church of Christ on Chestnut Street.
Also included are The Gallery at Walnut Place, ArtHouse Lounge,SPRAMA.design, Arts at 510, the new Gallery@Second,Pine Street Presbyterian Church, Mangia Qui & Suba, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, and the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Centre. Other Midtown sites are Hodgepodgery, Midtown Scholar Bookstore, The Mantis Collective,Nonna’s Deli-sioso,Gallery Blu, and The Youth Advocate Program’s Dauphin Family Clinic. The Governor’s Residence will showcase works by The Seven Lively Artists.
The remaining two locations on the roster require driving: Reservoir Mansion is at 100 Concert Drive in Reservoir Park, and then continuing out Walnut Street/Rt. 22, one can visit Mitrani at Home at 3535 Walnut Street.
All Gallery Walk sites can be identified by the emerald green flags sporting a big yellow “G”! Visit www.artassocofhbg.com to view the brochure and pick one up at the Art Association when you begin your tour on September 12!
NEW THIS YEAR ARE THE HARRISBURG BIKE-TAXIS, WHICH WILL PLY THE GALLERY WALK ROUTE THROUGHOUT THE DAY! Call 461-2202 to “hail a cab”! (Riders must pay their fares individually).
July 1st, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The HodgePodgery introduces a monthly market dedicated to all things art and craft. The “HoPoRoadShow” will be held monthly on 3rd in the Burg Fridays and Saturdays beginning July 16 &17. Friday hours are noon til 7 and Saturdays 8-4.
The market will surround the outside of the Historic Broad Street Market, the country’s oldest continuously running market, and during cold or rainy weather, inside the Historic Harrisburg Association building on 3rd and Verbeke Streets in Midtown Harrisburg. Both venues are two blocks uptown from the Hopo. This will be a year round, rain or shine specialty market with the 2 venues accommodating accordingly.
For more information, visit www.thehodgepodgery.com or call 717-236-0150.
May 13th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Rt15 ByWay of the Arts is pleased to announce its inaugural Exhibit from June 11 through August 20, 2010 at Landis House, Newport. The public is invited to attend an opening reception on Friday, June 11 from 6-9 p.m., which will include live demonstrations from Rt15 artists, refreshments provided by Espresso Yourself Café, wine from Hunters Valley Winery and live musical entertainment by Jonathan Frazier. Visitors can also enter for a chance to win a Rt15 ByWay Gift Basket! The PCCA Gallery will also be open during the evening and is located in Newport’s square.
The exhibit features a range of works created by artists who live or have studios along Rt15, including Cathy Mabius, Jason Lyons, Linda Billet and others. Also on display will be information and offers from Rt15 member destinations, such as Gallery Blu in Harrisburg and Gelinas Manor Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Boiling Springs. The event highlights the creative culture of PA that is abundant along Rt15, with a sampling of watercolors, oils, acrylics, clay sculptures, jewelry, fiber art, metal sculpture and glass art that you will experience when traveling the ByWay of the Arts, an ultimate art-filled getaway with PA’s scenic countryside serving as a beautiful backdrop along the way.
Landis House is located at 67 N. 4th St., Newport, and is free and open to the public on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about the Rt15 ByWay of the Arts Exhibit or other events at Landis House, call the Perry County Council of the Arts at 717-567-7023 or visit the website at www.perrycountyarts.org. More information about Rt15 can be found at www.rt15arts.com.
May 7th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
Handmade Along the Highway artisan Mark Constantine will be teaching a triangle loom class at the Derry Station Art Center in Derry, PA on June 12, 19, and 24. The cost is $65, which includes all the materials. For more information, please contact Susan Bortz at 724-694-6040.
One of Constantine’s beautiful, hand-woven shawls. Visit Handmade’s Web Site for more information on this artisan.
May 7th, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
The weather has finally broken and it’s time to get outdoors. Discover why so many talented people live and work in the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. We are blessed with extraordinary artists who share their love of the landscape, nature and wildlife. These artists call towns like Waterford, Wyalusing and Youngsville their home. Come see why! For more information on any of the sites below, visit PA Route 6 Featured Sites!
Jack Paluh is well known amongst lovers of wildlife and scenic painting. Called a “storyteller”, his paintings reveal tales of 18th Century Eastern Woodland Indians and modern day hunters as they interact with the landscape and wildlife.
What better way to enjoy the outdoors then touring around Wyalusing to see all the murals interpreting various styles of quilting.
This gallery and shoppe features over 12 artists from northern Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Wilds. The featured exhibit is “Walk through Nature” showing the work of artist, author and illustrator Fred Lawrenson (one of his paintings above).
April 2nd, 2010 by PA Artisan Trails
 Rt15 Artist Thom Glace is a watercolor artist specializing in fish and dragonfly studies, landscapes and miniatures in transparent watercolor. The life of a working artist involves getting out and about to show and demo his work. Check out Thom’s busy schedule below!
Find out more about him and see a porfolio of his work at www.thomglacewatercolors.com.
This Spring, you can see Thom’s work and live demos at the following locations:
March 9 Through end of April – Allenberry Resort Inn (also a Rt15 Lodging Partner); Exhibit of watercolor studies of freshwater fish of the the Susquehanna River Watershed.
April’s Artist of the Month Exhibit at the New Cumberland Library, One Benjamin Plaza.
Starting in April — art displayed at new restaurant, Cafe 101, in Boiling Springs.
April 10 – Live demo of a dragonfly watercolor at Village Artisans Gallery in Boiling Springs from 1 – 4 p.m.
April 14 – Live demo of a watercolor study of a butterfly at Sophia’s on Market in Camp Hill from 4 – 8 p.m.
April 24 – Live demo at Leaf of Eve, West Pomfret Street in Carlisle from 1 – 4 p.m.
May 1 – One of six artists representing Mechanicsburg Art Center at the Harrisburg Mall, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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