1. Deanne Fitzpatrick
Deanne Fitzpatrick's Rug Hooking Studio

Wonderful one-of-a-kind hooked rugs, full of texture and imagination. Deanne's work is in the permanent collections of the Canadian Museum of Civilization and the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. The studio has great supply shop and offers free lessons on site. Year round: Wed-Sat,10am-3pm year round. We will gladly open by appointment at other times.

902 667 0560 or 1 800 328 7756
info@hookingrugs.com
www.hookingrugs.com
RR#5, Amherst, B4H 3Y3

Downtown Amherst:7 Electric St., right behind Mansour's Mens Wear, off Church Street.

2. Krista Wells
ArtWare

Diagnosed with H.A.M.D. (Hyper Art Making Disorder) Krista self-medicates with doses of paint, polymer clay, bits of junk, hand-made papers, and any other art supplies she can legally get her hands on. The prognosis is long-term creation of colourful
mosaics, jewellery, masks, prints, collage.
By appointment or chance.

902 254 2972
flyingart@ns.sympatico.ca
www.artware.ns.ca
General Delivery, Diligent River, B0M 1H0

#9874 Hwy 209 Diligent River (12 km west of Parrsboro)

3. Heather Lawson

Carving natural stone, Heather’s pieces are inspired by the works of the ancients and influenced by subtle changes in her surroundings. One of but a few stone sculptors in Atlantic Canada, Heather’s work reveals a sense of design and technique honed over twenty years of singular focus.
Open most days. Call ahead if making a special trip to avoid disappointment.

902 647-2287
heatherlawson@ns.sympatico.ca
www.heatherlawson.ca
5759 Hwy 2, Bass River, NS B0M 1B0

Hwy 104 to Exit #12; follow Hwy 2
to Bass River. #5759 on Hwy 2.

photo Julian Beveridge

4. Joy Laking
Joy Laking Gallery

A realistic watercolour painter and printmaker, Joy has had national solo exhibitions and has work in major public collections. She was elected to the Society of Canadian Artists in 1988. She paints villagescapes, salt marshes, still lifes, people that reflect her home of Nova Scotia and her world
wanderings.
June-September: Mon–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 1–5pm. Evenings & rest of year: By appointment or chance.

902 647 2816 or 1 800 565 5899
joy@joylakinggallery.com
www.joylakinggallery.com
6730 Hwy 2, RR #1, Bass River, B0M 1B0

In Portaupique, 10 km west of Great Village and 6 km east of Bass River, on Hwy 2. Sign near Portaupique River.

5. Alan Syliboy
Red Crane Studios

Elements of Mi’kmaq petroglyph records provide some of the inspiration for the development of Alan’s general theme: an expression of the pride and understanding attached to his cultural heritage. Most of his subjects deal with family, searching, struggle and strength.
By appointment, please call ahead..

902 956-0085 cell/studio;
902 893-3866 home
alan@redcrane.ca
www.redcrane.ca
184 Arthur Street, Rm. 227
c/o PO Box 492, Truro, B2N 5C7

Hwy 102 to Exit 13 to Truro: at second set of
lights turn right onto Arthur Street: #184.

6. Danielle Sawada
Thrown Togethe Pottery and Art

Danielle creates one of a kind, functional wares in clay. From her storefront studio she also features the works of fellow regional painters and artisans working in myriad media.
Year round: Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm, Mondays by chance, anytime by appointment.

902 662-3910 home
902 895-9309 studio
throwntogether@ns.sympatico.ca
www.throwntogetherpottery.com
37 King Street, Truro, B2N 3K7

In downtown Truro, King Street is minutes—no seconds—away from the Visitor’s Centre, one block south of Prince Street.

7. Suzanne A. MacLachlan
Susanne's Weavery

Susanne’s Weavery is a teaching studio for tapestry weaving, spinning, and watercolour. Here you could sit down to a loom and weave a tea towel, rug, scarf,
or blanket. Take a day class or enjoy the company of other pupils and colleagues in a relaxed country setting.
By appointment or chance.

902 632-2850
www.theplacenearandfar.com
#2769 Hwy #202, East Gore, B2S 3C7

At red light off Rte 14 onto Rte 202 (sign at “cheese factory corner” says: Gore, Kennetcook, Noel) 4 km or 2 1⁄2 miles on right, #2769.

Workshops: One-on-one teaching of weaving & spinning and tapestry (Gobelin) can accommodate 2 or 3 in a workshop atmosphere..

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