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24: CAROL RETZLAFF





Oil painting; Pastel painting; Farm & gardens
Carol Retzlaff is a British-born artist now living in the West Kootenay. She has been painting in pastel and oils for the past 10 years, almost exclusively inspired by the landscapes of British Columbia. Her work has won awards in several juried exhibitions and can be found in private collections across the country. Carol is a signature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists.
Address:
2306 Upper Glade Rd., Glade
Directions:
Across Glade ferry, follow signs to Upper Glade Rd.
Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio
Wheelchair Accessible:
No
Socials/Contact:
- Website: carolretzlafffineart.com
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 250-399-4749
25: NATASHA SMITH




Painting; Collage; Printmaking
Join artist Natasha Smith at her studio in Krestova to view her large-scale, semi-abstract collage paintings and original prints. Natasha is thrilled to be sharing her studio space with White Metal Design this year for the Columbia Basin Culture Tour.
Address:
3570 Krestova Cemetery Rd., Krestova
Directions:
Go over bridge at Crescent Valley; turn right on Krestova Rd.; follow road past Linden Lane Farms to 4-way; go straight on Krestova Cemetery Rd.; keep on this road for approx. 1 km; watch for signs
Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes
Socials/Contact:
- Website: natashasmithart.com
- Facebook: natashasmithartist
- Instagram: natashasmithartist
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 250-551-5122
26: WHITE METAL DESIGN (LAURA WHITE)



Jewellery; Metalwork
For over 20 years, Laura was an instructor in the jewellery studio at Kootenay Studio Arts at Selkirk College. Now semi-retired, she is happy to be back in her studio, producing jewellery and small metalworks as White Metal Design.
Address:
3570 Krestova Cemetery Rd., Krestova
Directions:
Go over bridge at Crescent Valley; turn right on Krestova Rd.; follow road past Linden Lane Farms to 4-way; go straight on Krestova Cemetery Rd.; keep on this road for approx. 1 km; watch for signs
Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist participating at someone else’s studio/venue
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes
Socials/Contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 250-551-7478
27: DAM POTTERY

Pottery; Demonstrations
Functional art, sometimes with a cheeky twist!
Address:
3144 South Slocan Station Rd., South Slocan
Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes
Socials/Contact:
- Facebook: Dam Pottery
- Instagram: dampotterystudio
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 780-991-4418
28: TIA REYDEN



Oil Painting
Introspective landscapes of lush scenery.
Address:
4704 Hwy 3A & 6, Beasley
Directions:
Middle of the Beasley straight stretch; opposite the Beasley Rd. turnoff; on the river side; house with the green roof
Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes
Socials/Contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 250-551-9857
29: BEAR SPRING ECO RETREAT





Watercolour painting; Wood & recycled crafts; Flowers
Celebrate arts and culture at Bear Spring Eco Retreat with special activities, outdoor tours and special guests! The gift shop and our beautiful new event venue will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, and Sunday, July 30. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of our glamping retreat and accompanying amenities and gardens. Find eco-friendly inspiration as almost everything is built from salvaged and recycled materials. Observe local crafters and resident artist Solita Work conduct live art demonstrations. Purchase art and décor to take home.
Address:
5248 Queen Victoria Rd., Beasley
Directions:
Google maps accurately lists location. Located 12 km west of Nelson; follow Hwy. 3A to Beasley Rd., a couple of km past Taghum Shell; make a right up hill. (If past Beasley Fire Dept., you missed the turn.) From Castlegar, it’s about 9 km from Playmor Junction; make first left after Beasley Fire Dept. Turn up Queen Victoria Rd. at mailboxes; follow road about 1 km; keep straight through gate posts number 5248 and up driveway.
Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a location that will host an artist/group of artists for this event only
Wheelchair Accessible:
No
Socials/Contact:
- Website: bearspringeco.ca
- Facebook: reworksnelsonbc
- Instagram: bearspringecoretreat
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 778-454-2411