30. Laurie Boisvert
Shiny Objects Studio

Laurie’s work stands on its own, whether on or off the body. She uses silver and gold to create custom work, small production runs, one-off art pieces and modern reliquary lockets.
By appointment or chance (Open
frequently, June to September)

902 683-2488
laurie@shiny-objects.com
www.shiny-objects.com
170 St Catherine's River Rd, Port Joli, B0T 1S0

Turn off Hwy 103 onto St. Catherine’s River Road (the road to Keji Seaside Adjunct). The studio is 2 km down the road, on the right, #170.

31. Marilyn Kellough
KelloughART Studio

Marilyn’s unique style of original watercolours has been described as “gutsy and invigorating”. Her paintings depict scenes that reflect everyday situations, events and the common objects found around us. Marilyn’s work hangs in many public, private and corporate collections throughout the world.
By appointment or chance. Come visit and enjoy.

902 683-2812
kellough.art@ns.sympatico.ca
www.marilyn.kellough.ca
7957, RR#1 Port Mouton, B0T 1T0

Studio located at #8100 Hwy 103, Costal Queens Place (formally the old Port Mouton School) in Port Mouton (near the Quarter deck Villa and Grill and White Point Resort).

Workshops: Instructional classes in drawing and painting with watercolours.

32. Julie Anne & Andrew Danylewich
ADJA Studio and Gallery

Jewellery produced on site. Andrew specializes in the Japanese technique of Mokume Gane. Julie incorporates textile techniques in her nature inspired pieces using silver, gold, and titanium.
May to December: Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm. January to April: Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm.

902 354-4167
adja@eastlink.ca
www.adjastudioandgallery.com
117 Main Street, PO Box 898, Liverpool NS B0T 1K0

Hwy 103, Exit 19 to Liverpool. Turn right at Irving Station and continue across bridge to three-way stop at Main Street. Look straight ahead, the purple building is #177 Main Street.

33. Bradford Naugler
Bradford Naugler's Folk Art

Come see for yourself what Bradford has to offer for the 2009 season. With over 20 years experience he carves anything you can imagine: peacocks, roosters, seagulls, bears, farmers and RCMP along with paintings with red & black checkerboard frames.
Open daily. Call anytime. Everyone welcome.

902 543-5417
117 Hirtle Road, Middlewood B4V 6K6

Leave Hwy 103 at Exit 16, turn East onto Hirtle Road, in Middlewood. Sixth house on left: #117.

34. Tom Alway & Peter Blais
Maritime Painted Saltbox

Peter & Tom design and build heritage reproduction furniture and furnishings in the colourful tradition of 19th century Nova Scotia. Their unique barn gallery and studio also features Tom & Peter’s dramatic acrylic paintings, as well as Peter’s one of a kind
folk art.
Open daily May 1 to October 15. Off-season, by chance or appointment.

902 693-1544, toll free 1 877 624-4513
saltbox@eastlink.ca
www.paintedsaltbox.com
265 Petite Rivière Road, Petite Rivière B4V 8W9

Hwy 103 to Italy Cross Road (Exit #15). Travel 10 kms to fork in road (indicating Petite Rivière in both directions). Keep left along river, just 1 more km. Or travel west side of LaHave River from Bridgewater (south on Rte. 331) to Petite Rivière, cross bridge. Turn right at store, 1 more km to 265 Petite Rivière Road.

35. Maria Rakel
Fiber Art and Fashion Studio

From her log home and studio overlooking the Atlantic, Maria uses her hand woven fabrics and finest silks to create clothing and accessories of a casual elegance. Using extensive equipment, Maria also makes extraordinary, one-of-a-kind, wool rugs. Selling mainly to Europe and Japan, Maria’s work reflects superb craftsmanship.
By appointment or chance.

902 766-4227
mrakel@tallships.ca
www.mariarakel.com
827 Kingsburg Road c/o RR #1 Rose Bay, B0J 2X0

From Lunenburg or Bridgewater take Lighthouse Rte (Hwy 332) to Rose Bay. Turn off to Lower Rose Bay/Kingsburg, drive about 31⁄2 km. #827 Kingsburg Road is on your left.

photo Steven Kennard

36. Lisa Leahey

Lisa creates one-of-a-kind fibre art; yardages, functional objects,and paintingsthat are custom framed by a local artisan. Lisa's work begins with painting cotton gauze wit dye. A translucent layer of cloth is then sewn down on top of gauzeusing free motion embroidery. The fabric is then chemically shrunk, ending with a truly unique piece that has visual depth and texture. By appointment, please call ahead.

902 640-2115
leaheyfiberart@hotmail.com
370 Back Centre Road RR#2 Lunenburg B0J 2C0

From Lunenburg take Lighthouse Route, Hwy 332 toward Rose Bay. Turn right onto Grim Road, then quick right onto Back Centre Road, #370.

37. Joan Bruneau
Nova Terra Cotta Pottery

Joan’s award-winning, wheel-thrown and altered pottery pairs detailed, sensuous shapes with sumptuous ornamentation. Sure to inspire the presentation of food or flowers, her pots may be displayed as art yet bring style to the table. One of Canada’s leading studio potters, Joan teaches and exhibits internationally.
June to August: Mon–Sat, 9:30am–5:30pm, Sun 12–6pm. September to December: Wed–Sat, 10am–
5pm, Sun–Tues, by chance or appointment. January to April, by appointment only.

902 634-8902
joanbruneau@ns.sympatico.ca
www.joanbruneau.com
10 Dufferin Street, PO Box 1135, Lunenburg B0J 2C0

In Lunenburg: 10 Dufferin Street at intersection of Falkland and Lincoln Streets, between Knot Pub and Lunenburg Inn.

38. Pam Birdsall & Tim Worthington
Birdsall Worthington Pottery Ltd.

Established in 1977, potters Pam & Tim create a wide variety of beautiful slip decorated earthenware pottery, from teapots to labyrinths. They specialize in custom order items celebrating significant family events like birth, graduations, weddings and anniversaries. They also make unique portrait plates of pets, boats and houses, destined to become family heirlooms.
Mon-Sat, 10am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm.

902 624-9447
bwpot@bwr.eastlink.ca
www.pottery.ns.ca
590 Main Street, PO Box 367, Mahone Bay, B0J 2E0

Fourth building past the Bank of Montreal, same side of street. #590 Main St.

39. Kate Church

New Directions... Years of practicing multiple disciplines at her winter home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, has brought together some exciting new work: Printmaking combined with ceramics in a decorative process for the table, and Jeweled Assemblages that combine metal, ceramics and polymer as adornments for the body. Kate’s “heavenly practice” of drawing the figure continues to direct new imagery for her Sculptural Puppetry.
Best by appointment, or if lucky by chance.

902 624-1597
kate.church@ns.sympatico.ca
www.katechurch.com
katechurch.wordpress.com
60 Old Clearland Road, RR#3 Mahone Bay B0J 2E0

From the tourist bureau on Edgewater Street in Mahone Bay, turn away from the water toward Clearland. After the stop sign watch for the highway sign; the next sign points to the Old Clearland Road. Go up this road to #60.

40. Carol Whitcombe, CSPWC
Spirit Song Gallery

Highly realistic, richly coloured watercolours, filled with light and energy, capture landscapes, seascapes, florals and figurative works alike. Original paintings, limited editions and reproductions abound. Stroll the garden as well as enjoying the home gallery of this elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colours.
June-September: Most days 10am-5pm. Off season, by appointment or by chance.

902 624-8299
carol.whitcombe@ns.sympatico.ca
PO Box 382 Mahone Bay, B0J 2E0

341 Main Street, Mahone Bay, 2nd house past Clearway Street, on right toward Blockhouse.

41. Teresa Bergen
The Clever Hen Pottery

Each of Teresa's inspired clay creations has its own odd, sometimes outrageous personality. Colourful narrative decoration adorns every surface. With legs to walk on and wheels that really roll, these pots make tea time a fantastic adventure.
By appointment please call ahead.

902 273-2251
thecleverhen@hotmail.com
117 Hwy 14, RR#2 Chester, B0J 1J0

Hwy 103 to Exit 8: Turn south toward Chester. Turn left at driveway marked #117

photo Julian Beveridge

42. Sharon McNamara & Paul Palango
Chez Glass Lass

Sharon & Paul’s growing repertoire of fused glass dinnerware, décor and gift items has led to a second floor displaying larger architectural and furniture creations. As always, they employ bright colours and dichroic glass to achieve effects from contemporary to painterly. Custom work is their specialty.
April to December: Open 7 days, 9:30am-5pm. January to March: Please call ahead.

902 275-5545
info@kilnart.ca
www.kilnart.ca
65 Duke Street, Chester B0J 1J0

Hwy 103 to Exit 7 or 8, then Hwy 3 to Chester. Turn at the Irving station onto Duke Street. Go to 63 Duke Street, overlooking Chester’s front harbour.

43. Jim Smith
Jim Smith - Fine Studio Pottery

A feast for the eyes and the soul, Jim’s work is gorgeous, sensual and exquisite. His award winning vases, platters and bowls are featured internationally in books, magazines, and on TV. One of Canada’s most highly acclaimed contemporary ceramic artists, Jim is celebrating his 25th year in his Chester studio.
June to September: Mon–Sat, 10am–6pm; Sunday: Noon– 6pm. October to May: Please call ahead or by chance.

902 275-3272
jsmithpotter@ns.sympatico.ca
www.jimsmithstudio.ca
PO Box 697, Chester, B0J 1J0

Charming little building with yellow and green trim on the corner of Water Street and Duke Street on the front harbour in Chester.

44. Christie & David Chaplin-Saunders
Artifacts in Clay/Artifacts in Wood

David is a skilled wood worker producing made to order residential and business furniture. His portfolio is on display at Christie’s pottery studio. Christie and her good assistants produce “each unique” functional sculptures representing ancient forms from nature. The pottery studio is best known for their seashell bowls. Visit the pottery studio and view David’s wood working portfolio.
Summer hours: Monday to Saturday, 9am–5:30 pm. Spring and Fall: Wednesday to Saturday, 9am–5:30 pm. Winter: by chance or appointment.

902 275-4271 (clay) 902 275-3235 (wood)
ccs@artifacts.com (clay)
artifactsinwood@ns.sympatico.ca (wood)
www.artifactsns.com
4138 Highway #3
c/o PO Box 700, Chester B0J 1J0

From Hwy 103 take Exit 8 to Chester. At the T-junction turn left onto Hwy #3 to Chester. Go about 2 km to a red brick building on the left side, with Stanford Lake behind it: #4138 Hwy 3. GPS: N 44.5534 W 64.24536

45. José Valverde-Alcalde
Valverde Studio/Gallery

Internationally renowned artist José Valverde-Alcalde displays his original paintings and limited-edition giclée fine art prints at the Valverde Studio/Gallery. The gallery offers a large selection of Valverde artwork inspired by the vibrant colours of his native Spain: maritime cityscapes and rich landscapes & interiors. His work is collected around the world and is found in numerous public, corporate and private collections.
May, June & September: Sat & Sun, 11am–5pm. July & August: Thurs–Sun, 11am–5pm

902 275-5341
jvalverde@ns.sympatico.ca
www.valverdestudiogallery.com
PO Box 410, Chester NS B0J 1J0

31 King Street, Chester (Corner of Pleasant and King).

photo Craig Yorke

46. Scott Hamlin
Scotiam Ironworks

Creation of ideas using steel as a medium, custom ornamental ironwork is his specialty. Function meets form and bears a sturdy beauty. Visit his website to get a sense of his diversity in interpretation.
By appointment—please call ahead.

902 689-2470
info@scotianironworks.com
www.scotianironworks.com
4843 Hwy 12
c/o PO Box # 43, New Ross, B0J 2M0

• From Hwy 103: Exit #9, turn north on Hwy # 12. Travel approx 18 km. Across from Home Hardware.
• From Hwy 101: Exit # 12, turn South toward new Ross, Travel approx 45 km. Across from Home Hardware.

Workshop: Call Scott to discuss, as
he’s trained a number of aspiring blacksmiths.

photo Julian Beveridge

47. Leya Evelyn

Leya Evelyn’s expressive abstract paintings focus on colour and how it can create form and space. She has exhibited widely across Canada, the US and Europe.
By appointment. Please call ahead.

902 876-8326
leya@leyaevelyn.com
www.leyaevelyn.com
75 Granite Cove Drive, Hubley, B3Z 1A1

Hwy 10 to Exit 4: Left at end of ramp. Left at sign for Three Brooks; immediate right, then left onto Hubley’ s Lake Rd. Left onto Jericho. Right onto Granite Cove Drive.

photo Steve Farmer

48. Christopher Webb
Christopher Webb Art Gallery & Studio

Serene landscapes that are often dotted with industrial architecture tend to dominate Webb’s work. Christopher works predominantly in oil although his striking paintings will at times incorporate metal as part of the overall composition. This ocean side studio is a must visit.
By appointment, or by chance.

902 852-4432
christopher@cwebb.ca
www.cwebb.ca
111 Prospect Bay Road - Ocean Annex, Prospect Bay, B3T 1Z4

15 minutes from the city. From Route 333 (Prospect Road) turn onto Prospect Bay Road (sign says ‘Prospect/Prospect Bay’). Studio is exactly 1⁄2 km on the left: #106

Workshops: Oil painting workshops available. See website for details.

49. Suezan Aikins

Suezan creates atmospheric mixed media on gold leaf carved reliefs and paintings, watercolours, unique Japanese woodblock prints, drawings and pigment inkjet prints. Her evocative meditations on landscapes, seascapes and the human figure have been featured in many solo and group exhibitions nationally and internationally.
By appointment, please call ahead.

902 852-3154
suezansam@hotmail.com
www.suezan-aikins.com
26 Cove Road, Prospect Village, B3T 2B2

Detailed directions will be provided when you call.

50. Marlien Suermondt

At her studio with spectacular ocean views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Prospect Village, Marlien creates her fascinating, contemporary watercolour and acrylic paintings and intriguing photographs. Her sources of inspiration are the Nova
Scotian rock structures and landscapes.
By appointment. Please call ahead.

902 852-3868
marsuer@hotmail.com
www.marlien.com
180 Noonan Drive, Prospect, B3T 2H2

From Route 333 (Prospect Road) turn left onto Prospect Bay Road toward Prospect. Soon after the sign ‘Prospect,’ turn left onto Murphy Cove Road. Go right at T- intersection and right again at the next T-intersection: #180 Noonan Drive

51. Annie Abdalla

Annie’s paintings cross boundaries between still life and abstraction. Working in both oils and acrylics, the paintings investigate shape, colour and texture. Exploring similar shapes for months, even years, the objects in her paintings often defy notions of weight and gravity creating a visual tension.
By appointment. Please call ahead.

902 852-3709
annie@annieabdalla.com
www.annieabdalla.com
271 Selig's Road, Prospect Village, B3T 2A7

From Route 333 take the turn off for Prospect Bay and Prospect. Continue approximately 4.5 km to the welcome to Prospect sign. Selig’s Road is the first paved road on the right after the sign.

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