Northwest Basin: Northern Slocan Valley (Winlaw ● Silverton ● Sandon ● New Denver)

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77: ROBIN DUPONT CERAMICS

Ceramics; Functional; Decorative; Atmospheric

Robin DuPont is a full-time studio potter and ceramic educator specializing in atmospheric firing, a process that reveals subtle and unpredictable tones, surfaces and effects on his ceramic work. Having travelled extensively to teach, build and fire kilns across North America and abroad, he also maintains his home and studio practice outside of Nelson, where he utilizes wood to fire his kilns to extremely hot temperatures. During the Culture Tour, visitors are invited to tour the various kilns and learn how the repurposing of by-products from the local forest industry plays an important part in achieving the unique surfaces on Robin’s work during his atmospheric firings. Choose from a variety of handmade, functional wares, including bowls, mugs, teapots, dinnerware, pitchers, vases, pie plates and butter dishes. Each piece is unique and can perform in many contexts: in the kitchen, at the table, on the wall and in the gallery setting. A renovated vintage 1959 Airstream trailer serves as a showroom for Robin’s finished work, and offers a distinctive setting to exhibit the finished one-of-a-kind pieces.

Address:
4562 Hwy. 6, Winlaw

Directions:
From Nelson or Castlegar, turn north on Hwy. 6; drive 20 km; turn right. From Winlaw, drive 7 km south; turn left

Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio

Wheelchair Accessible:
No

Socials/Contact:

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78: BARBARA BROWN

Forest painting; Poetry; Inspirational

This year I am so pleased to be showing at the Slocan Lake Arts Centre (formerly Silverton Gallery). There will be many of us there, artists and artisans, so it is well worth your trip through the beautiful Slocan Valley to come and find us! I have new paintings to show you, with miniatures, prints and cards available for sale; as well as some sneak preview samples of poems from the upcoming Volume II of my book Sylvan Reflections: Wanderings, Paintings & Ponderings From the Forest. My work is all about sharing the beauty and the wonder—the healing green magic—to be found in the forest. I paint in oil on canvas and every one of my forest paintings incorporates a bit of mysticism, or symbolism—sometimes hidden, always spell-binding—to express that magic. I also write and photograph and produce films. And I would love to see you!

Address:
Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 4 St., Silverton

Directions:
At Hwy. 6

Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a museum, heritage site or cultural centre

Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

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79: CINDY COLLINS

Acrylic painting

I am a painter living in the Slocan Valley for the past 30 years. I choose subjects that are near and dear, forest floors, birches and birds.

Address:
Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 4 St., Silverton

Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a museum, heritage site or cultural centre

Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Socials/Contact:

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80: BERNADETTE FUHRMANN

Portraits & landscape painting

I am a professional artist of 50 years, specializing in pastel portraits of people’s beloved pets or children. I also enjoy painting watercolour landscapes both plein-air or in my studio from reference photos. I have been known to have such a strong emotional reaction to my work that people are literally moved to tears when they are received.

Address:
Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 4 St., Silverton

Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a museum, heritage site or cultural centre

Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Socials/Contact:

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81: SLOCAN LAKE ARTS COUNCIL

Art; Painting; Museum; Indoor & outdoor

Bringing arts, culture and community to Slocan Lake, all year long!

Address:
Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 4 St., Silverton

Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a museum, heritage site or cultural centre

Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Socials/Contact:

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82: SILVERSMITH GENERATING STATION

Heritage museum; Hydroelectric station

The historic Silversmith Generating Station dates back to the days of Tesla, Edison, Westinghouse and Pelton. The operation has worked continuously 24/7 since April 5, 1897. It is recognized on the world stage and was inducted into the World Hydro Hall of Fame in 2021. Visitors can view this technological marvel in the historic mining community of Sandon. Admission is free, donations kindly accepted. Interpretation is excellent. Today this historic facility generates certified green electricity for the Nakusp region.

Address:
1 Powerhouse Rd., Sandon

Directions:
6 km off Hwy. 31A

Venue Arrangement:
My venue is a museum, heritage site or cultural centre

Wheelchair Accessible:
No

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83: JÖRG BECKER PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography; Wildlife; Landscapes; Coffee; Home-baked cake

Photography show at a beautiful lakeside garden setting

Address:
802 Becker Lane, New Denver

Directions:
At end of Main St.

Venue Arrangement:
I am an artist at my own studio

Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Socials/Contact:

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