19th annual Tour of Artists will be Sept. 6 and 7
More than 60 area artists will participate in this year’s Tour of Artists, which will take place Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 7, from noon to 5 p.m. The tour is free, but bring cash, checks or credit cards because you will end up buying something. Remember not every artist will have the ability to accept credit cards.
Find a map for all the studios and the list of artists at http://wakeforestguild.com/participating-artists/
The following artists will be showing and demonstrating their art during the tour:
Lauri Arnstsen Studio at 925 Wait Avenue, Wake Forest
Lauri Arntsen’s professional focus has transitioned from a successful career in graphic design to that of an award-winning fine artist. Specializing in encaustic wax painting, oil painting, and mixed media creations, Lauri and her work have been recognized by gallery curators, museum directors and creative leaders in North Carolina. She will be demonstrating encaustic art.
Katherine Bishop Studio at 1220 Sky Hill Place, Wake Forest
Katherine Bishop: “After taking classes in many mediums I found oil and charcoal fit my personality. Both of these work well doing portraits. I also paint landscapes of many of the places I have visited.” She will be demonstrating in oils.
Art in the Forest at 545 Rodney Bay Crossing, Wake Forest
Ginger Bollman: Ginger began creating stained glass artwork in 2001, and it has been her passion ever since. Her graphics and photography background gives her a unique ability to create extraordinary designs by selecting the perfect pieces of glass to capture the desired overall composition. Diana Reed Clark: “My favorite medium? Watercolor and acrylic top the list followed by pastel. There are so many yet to try. My choice of subjects? Variety! Family, landscapes, still lifes, florals are subjects I love. Lights, shadows and reflections intrigue me.” She will be demonstrating in watercolor.
Juan Alberto Leon: “My acrylic paintings represent scenes of open fields and valleys and the human reflection of times that have affected our way of life. I was born in a historical colonial city full of a vibrant heritage – Havana, Cuba. I have lived in the United States since the sixties and have had a life filled with great experiences which contribute to who I am today as an artist.”
Gail McIntosh:She enjoys creating paintings that reflect God’s creation, stirring the emotions of one’s heart, bringing forth a sense of tranquility, or recalling a fond memory. Perhaps thinking back on days that were less complicated of a childhood days playing on a swing that hung from a huge tree, a climbing tree, a spot to picnic or escape from the heat of the day. She will be demonstrating in watercolor. Paul McIntosh:Paul Collier McIntosh is a wood carver and photographer. After moving to North Carolina, he joined the Senior Center in Wake Forest and learned how to manage a bench knife, dremel, wood burning and other equipment. Paul has entered a number of competitions and earned first and second place ribbons. He will be demonstrating in wood.
Dan Root: “I turn exotic wood into bowls, platters, vases, urns, goblets, plates, and candy dishes. I use wood from all over the world, making very colorful designs. All wood is natural in color with no dyes or stains added.”
