Art on the Green Returns
By Barbra Fairclough
Art on the Green is returning this year due to popular demand. Last year’s juried art show was a well received event. Held on the grounds of the Cedar Heights golf course, it proved to be an enchanting place to enjoy exquisite art along with great food, wine, and beer surrounded by enjoyable music.
Susan McLeod says feedback from both attendees and artists was positive. Having done the event once now and with constructive input from patrons and artists alike, the planning committee has been able to tweak a few things and they are excited to host an even better event this year.
“We look forward to highlighting a wide variety of Art created by talented local artists in a beautiful outdoor setting. Watch for an expanded show with returning artists as well as many new ones.” says Susan.
There are an expanded number of tents to accommodate more artists. Susan says a new feature this year will be a tent for new and emerging artists. Artists who have a new practice and those who may have been doing art for a period of time and are considering selling their work, simply need a forum to explore this potential. This tent will support those artists wanting to sell their work for the first time. These allows artists to receive feedback and engage directly with patrons and other artists with similar interests.
There is a maximum number of tents for artists, dictated by space, but the number has increased this year to 25 tents. If you are an artist interested in booking a tent, send an email indicating your interest to artongreendon@outlook.com.
There will be food and beverages available on location including a beer, wine and cider tent.
Roving musicians including two choral groups will serenade patrons throughout the event. Crystals Baked Blessings bakers of cupcakes, individual pies, and cake in a can, along with “Gord Oh’s” food truck with delicious savoury sandwiches, mac and cheese and delicious home cooked food will all return this year. Sunnybrae Winery and North Yards Cidery will also be on hand.
Volunteer shifts are available and include setting up tents. Earlier shift for set up begins at 7:00 am with set up completed by 9:30 am. Later shifts include take down which begins after 5:00 pm. Lunch breaks between 11:30 and 1:30 pm requires assistance for lunch breaks also. If you are interested in volunteering send an email to sherrysg58@gmail.com.
Come rain or shine, Art on The Green will go ahead so mark your calendar, you will not want to miss this one. August 20th 10-5pm at Cedar Centre golf course 2316 Lakeview Drive, Blind Bay.
Art on the Green Event from 2021 (Picture credit Susan McLeod)
