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Art in the Park

Art in the Park

The Fresh Ayr Festival invites you to join us for ART IN THE PARK - an annual outdoor show in the park featuring artists and vendors during the Festival June 18th. Items include garden art, home decor, original paintings, jewelry, furniture and other unique handcrafted items. Admission and parking are free......come out and "walk in the park" for great gift ideas!

Albirg Creations: Real pressed flower cards, 65 towns with more than 5 designs of each (trivets and coasters), watercolours by Birgie, art cards, fridge magnets, special thoughts and some German items too - lots of variety. Prices range from $1-$25. Original paintings more.

Annette's Mosaics: Annette Pfohl creates functional mosaics from tiles, broken dishes, stones, bits of glass or mirror. She makes tables, mirrors, flowerpots and decorative wall hangings http://www.annettes-mosaics.com/

Arnold Shaw: Deciding to pursue a lifelong passion for design and fine furniture, Arnold Shaw and his wife Dorothy (an accomplished artist herself) market their handmade furniture via trade and craft shows. Arnold is constantly adding new items to his inventory.

Ayr North Dumfries Lions Club: Matted prints of sketches of historic buildings in Ayr and Paris.

Cedarhaus Studios: Watercolour original paintings, prints and notecards.

Cindy's Crafts: HAND MADE CRAFTS AND SEWING ITEMS *Fleece Blankets, Makeup & Jewelry Bags, Lap Desks, Memo Boards, Hot/Cold Packs, Book Bags, Night Lites featuring Care Bears, Strawberry Shortcake, The Incredible Hulk, Hot Wheels, Sponge Bob, Hello Kitty, Spiderman and others

Donna Schaefer: Acrylic and watercolour paintings in vibrant and pastel shades. Traditional and modern styles offer a variety of subjects and choice.

Dorcas Schauberger: Woodcarving of birds, caricatures, wood spirits etc. Also Pyrographic art - burning images onto wood.

Ed Kliewer: Marquetry jewellery boxes and pictures. Marquetry is the art of making pictures using different types of exotic and domestic woods. Ed applies the picture to the lid of a jewellery box or frame so it can be used as a wall hanging. Ed also makes coat racks, and candle holders using barn board and railway spikes.

Eileen Doolittle: Scenery painted on real maple leaves - mounted and framed.

Helene Lejeune: At my table you will find clay birdhouses, bird feeders, butterfly feeders, also an assortment of coasters, napkin holders and plaques. I will also have a nice selection of cement bird feeders, decorative cement leaves and stepping stones. My new passion is making greeting cards for all occasions.

Ina Morschauser: Ina's art consists of oil on canvas, from miniatures to murals, as well as painting on ceramic tiles [oil] floral, scenery, animals, people etc. Ina also has 1 limited edition and several small prints, and pencil sketches that have been made into cards.

Jan Cressman-Weiss: Jan specializes in peaceful woodland landscapes and quiet gardens. Her work brings calmness to your home, creating an aura of tranquility. Many limited edition reproductions, framed and unframed, plus custom framing available. Art lessons in oils and acylics. Will do commissions.

Jean Rickert: Recycled china teacups and saucers made into tea lights for the garden.

Little Houses by Bill and Marge Miller: Handcrafted, decoratively painted wooden products with a "Little House" theme including: Mail boxes, Bird Feeders, Planters, Garden Accessories, Mirrors, Chimes, Tissue Holders, Picture Frames, Bird Houses, Assorted Novelties

Mehendhi-Village: A talented and trend-setting artist from London. Bhupi Rajput is renowned for her modern designs which still hold true to the traditional spirit of the East. www.mehendhi.com

M & M Creations: M & M CREATIONS is a small home based business located in Brunner, ON. We specialize in pine and oak wood items. Our products include outdoor garden items, as well as decorative crafts. They include shelves, shadow boxes, mirrors, etc.

Nith River Studios Pottery: Various handcrafted pottery items including coffee for two sets, vases, pates and bowls. On-site pottery demonstration at the Fresh Ayr Festival.

Riverside Studio: Janette is excited to be involved in the Fresh Ayr Festival's fifth year. Once again she is proud to display oil paintings in her hometown. The land holds the well to her inspiration. This event gives Janette the chance to gather and celebrate the creative spirit.

Rosebank Lane: Home Décor Accents by Pauline Cober. Elegant or casual one-of-a-kind home furnishing accents custom-designed with quality construction and attention to detail. New fabrics, vintage or antique "found" objects in natural or synthetic fibres are used to create functional and fashionable accents.

Saved From the Trash Crafts: Unique craft ideas made from recycled materials.

Sew Many Stitches: Sewing and quilting gifts for the home.

Sew What: Quilted and hand sewn items and garments.

Sharon Malbeuf: Sharon sells airplanes, cars and trucks made from pop and beer cans.

The Little Gallery: Watercolour, oil and acrylic paintings of landscapes, homes and children.

Write Hand Lettering: Cheryl Weber Good is a free lance hand lettering artist who paints heart warming colourful messages, quotes and verses. She produces large hand painted banners and signs for institutions and churches as well as fine calligraphic art for personal gifts and home décor. www.writehand.ca