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about Us 2
studios
clayworks studio 3
concreations 4
Medlyn stained Glass & Jewellery studio 5
Peter robson studios and Gallery 6
Pinecroft ceramic art studio 7
rubyeyes Kraftwerks 8
Galleries
art emporium Gallery 9
clovermead Gallery 10
Minerva art Gallery & custom Framing 11
Portside Gallery 12
st. thomas-elgin Public art centre 13
the arts & cookery Bank 14
Village crier Gallery 15
crafters
anything Used & sparta country candles 16
little red Mitten 17
at a Glance 18
workshops 19
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the county of elgin, in partnership with the elgin Business resource
centre, st. thomas economic Development corporation, and
st. thomas-elgin Public art centre, invites tourists and the local
community to experience the finest visual arts attractions the
region has to offer on the elgin arts trail. the trail provides
comprehensive resources to explore 15 studios and
galleries exhibiting diverse collections of artwork. Prepare
yourself for an imaginative and unforgettable journey of original
paintings, pottery, stained glass, fibre art, candles and more.
some say that elgin county-st. thomas is a work of art itself, with
its sprawling countryside, historic city, and towns and villages
that charm thousands of tourists annually. the county’s natural
beauty and traditional character make it easy to understand
how such a vibrant creative arts community developed over
the years. artistic inspiration is all around.
start planning your trip today.
Discover your inner artist,
explore the elgin arts trail.
www.elginartstrail.ca
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About us
elgin arts trail Program Developed in partnership with:
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ClAyworks studIo
in elgin county’s northeast is the small, scenic town of Belmont,
home to catherine craig’s rustic working studio filled with her
original clay artwork, sketches and sculptures. a professional visual
artist with more than 40 years experience, she values community
empowerment and storytelling—the hallmarks of her work. catherine
is a partner in the art Gallery of lambeth and has exhibited in many
galleries across southern Ontario in both group and solo exhibitions.
a graduate of the University of windsor’s Bachelor of Fine arts
program, she has also offered private lessons to aspiring artists
for more than 30 years. catherine’s work transcends craft and
hobby—it is a lifetime commitment fueled by passion and dedication.
Mediums: pottery, sculptures, sketches, spinning, weaving, paintings
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 1pm - 5pm
Please phone for appointment, or visit by chance
128 Dyer Street, Belmont, ON, N0L 1B0
Blog: http://catherinecraigart.blogspot.com/ (519) 644-0893
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Home to hidden garden treasures, concreations, is a concrete statuary,
located just outside of st. thomas. the new rustic barn store features
unique, handmade outdoor ornaments, with statues varying from
functional to fun. andy DeVries, a self-taught craftsperson, is the creative
mind behind each artistic piece, making everything himself. see for
yourself in andy’s working studio how he casts garden ornaments in
concrete and finishes each statue with stains and varnish to achieve
an antique, weathered look. the delightful garden ornaments include
animals, stepping stones, and masks that are sure to make your garden
or patio come alive with creativity.
Medium: sculptures
March to December
Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday by appointment or by chance
7579 Yarmouth Centre Rd, St. Thomas, ON, N5P 3S9
www.concreations.ca (519) 631-8192
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established in 1996, Medlyn stained Glass & Jewellery
studio’s friendly staff are ready to sketch a concept
and help bring your ideas to life. located in downtown
st. thomas, Medlyn’s takes pride in their quality
craftsmanship, one-of-a-kind finishing touches and
customer satisfaction. each piece created is hand
drawn and uniquely crafted to meet their customer’s
individual needs. From beautiful lamps and sun
catchers to mosaic items, visit the studio and see
Medlyn’s artists at work, providing services including
restoration to lead pieces, sandblasting, and a variety
of supplies. Be amazed by the fine jewellery created
by their gold and silver smith who has over 40 years
experience. explore the studio, full of inspiring pieces
for sale, or take one of their stained glass classes to
create your own artistic piece .
Mediums: jewellery, sculptures, metalwork, pottery,
ceramics, glass art, stained glass
Studio open to the public
Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm
Open evenings by appointment
643 Talbot Street, St.Thomas, ON, N5P 1C9
(519) 633-3773
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located in the quaint, historic hamlet of sparta, Ontario, Peter robson
studios has drawn the attention of art lovers from across the region for
more than 30 years. Passion for the studio and original art is a family
affair that includes Peter’s wife eleanor and son steven, who proudly
display Peter’s paintings, limited edition prints and sculptures at the
gallery. well known and highly respected, Peter robson studios has
the capacity to customize an art program of any size for charities or
businesses with existing prints or by special commission. a complete
state-of-the-art custom framing centre is located on the premises.
Mediums: paintings, sketches, sculptures, prints, custom framing
Weekdays 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
or by appointment
46340 Main Street, Sparta, ON, N0L 2H0
www.peterrobsonstudios.com (519) 775-2522
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Opened in 1948 by Jimmie clennell and selma caverly,
Pinecroft is considered to be canada’s oldest continuously
operating pottery studio. tucked away in a 54 acre pine
forest, this thriving family-run establishment has produced
fine quality earthenware and stoneware pottery for 65 years.
second generation studio potter Brenda (caverly) smith
offers a wide range of functional pieces including complete
dinner sets. High fired reduction ware is wheel thrown with
some slab work. classes and hands-on workshops are
offered year round in the teaching studio.
Pinecroft also features the work of tony clennell (MFa, rca),
who recently joined the studio as an associate potter. tony
is an adjunct professor at sheridan college and has taught
workshops in canada, Usa, Japan, china and italy.
For the full Pinecroft experience, visit the Green Frog tea
room for lunch, relax at the massage hut and stay the night
at selma’s cabin B&B.
Mediums: pottery, ceramics, paintings, prints
Visit www.pinecroft.ca for our exciting 2013 pottery
workshops as part of our 65th Anniversary
Studio generally open daily 9am - 4pm
Check our website for hours of operation
8122 Rogers Road South, Aylmer West, ON, N5H 2R4
www.pinecroft.ca (519) 773-3435
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cheryl Garrett-Jenkins is an award winning glass artist, who creates
unique glass art. windows, panels, and decorative 3-D pieces to
personalized glassware and jewellery, nothing is too unusual or
different to create in her Port stanley studio. some of cheryl’s more
popular works include pet portraits, personalized pieces, dishware,
celtic designs, specialty boxes, and favourite photos produced
in glass. each art piece is made from unique patterns, creating
one-of-a-kind glass artworks. Passionate about her art, she loves
unearthing the secrets held in a piece of glass and bringing those
to life in amazing light pictures and objects. she uses a variety of
skills, including painting, fusing, leading and casting, developed
over the past three decades. Visit cheryl’s studio and delight in her
masterpieces or take one of her classes to be inspired.
Mediums: paintings, jewellery, glass art, photography, metalwork,
fibre arts, pottery, sculptures
Open to the public year round
Thursday - Sunday 12pm - 5pm
Monday 12pm - 5pm May 15 - Labour Day
or by appointment
235 Colborne Street, Port Stanley, ON, N5L 1B9
www.rubyeyes.com (519) 782-7443
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a popular destination for art enthusiasts, Port stanley is home to
the art emporium, Boathouse Gallery and Gift Boutique. Discover
the talents of local and regional artists in the large, open, and well-
lit gallery featuring the eclectic pieces of over 30 regional artists
working in many media spanning from paintings to sculptures,
photography, pottery, textiles, and more. the artists of the art
emporium demonstrate their passion for art and the desire to share
it with others.
while at the art Gallery explore the Gift Boutique, offering a
wide assortment of handcrafted items, made by artisans in the
community. the handcrafted goods are a treasure trove of wood
turning, hand painted silks, one-of-a-kind aprons, jewellery and
artist cards to name but a few. Visitors and art enthusiasts alike are
sure to find a unique memento or special gift.
Mediums: paintings, jewellery, candles, photography, sketches,
woodcraft, sculptures, prints, metalwork, pottery, ceramics,
glass art, textiles, mosaic, stained glass
Summer hours: April to December
Thursday - Monday 11am - 5pm
Winter hours: January to March
Friday - Monday 11am - 4pm
177 Main Street, Port Stanley, ON, N5L 1H6
www.artemporium.ca (226) 658-1888
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Henry Hiemstra has always loved exploring and learning about plants,
insects and animals. He started working as a Zoology technician at
the University of western Ontario and later moved to the national
Museum of natural sciences in Ottawa. in 1975, he and ann established
clovermead apiaries. Besides his interests in taxidermy and in learning
news skills by reading and experimenting, Henry has an artistic bent.
in 2012 he graduated from Fanshawe’s creative arts Program. His
appreciation of history and delight in God’s creation, can be seen in his
artwork displayed in the clovermead Gallery. the gallery is themed after
an old Ontario Village—wander the historic Brownsville train station and
1852 log cabin, take in a movie in the Beetown Hotel, or have a seat in
an old outhouse beside a glass wall of bees.
Mediums: paintings, sketches
Summer hours: June to October
Monday - Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday Closed
Open on holidays
11302 Imperial Road, Aylmer, ON, N5H 2R3
www.clovermead.com (519) 773-5503
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travelling to egypt at age 17 was life-changing for Kevin Morrell,
owner of Minerva art Gallery. it is the place where he got his first
taste of classic art and developed a passion for gods and goddesses
of ancient times, like the namesake of his gallery. an avid traveler,
Kevin features works from international, canadian and local artists,
highlighting those from elgin county. He tours the globe to meet
artists, investigate their style and quality, and personally select each
piece for the gallery.
Minerva art Gallery is also a one-stop shop for personal and
corporate custom framing. Offering a comprehensive selection of
frames and art, and the assistance of a dedicated design consultant,
it can accommodate any style, budget or timeline.
Mediums: paintings, prints, custom framing
Open year round
Thursday - Saturday 10am - 5pm
Evenings by appointment
11078 Springwater Road North, Aylmer, ON, N5H 2R6
www.minerva-art.com (519) 765-1616
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nestled in the heart of Port stanley, one of elgin
county’s most scenic and exciting destinations,
Portside Gallery is home to the works of 16 talented
regional artists. For 17 years, this artist-managed co-
operative has produced high-quality art ranging from
realism to abstraction, using a variety of mediums
including oil, watercolour, acrylic, ink, pastels and
mixed media. Visitors and locals delight in the diverse
and vibrant pieces that range from miniature to large
in size. Open year-round, anytime is a great time to
browse the Gallery and purchase a special treasure to
take home.
Mediums: paintings, jewellery, sketches, photography,
prints, sculptures, fibre arts, glass art
Spring, summer and fall hours
Monday - Sunday 11am - 5pm
with some reduced days in January and March
187 ½ Main Street, Port Stanley, ON, N5L 1H6
portside.cuttingpromotions.com (519) 782-7066
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in the centre of elgin county lies the centerpiece of its visual arts
community—the st. thomas-elgin Public art centre (stePac).
established in 1969, it is committed to promoting visual arts throughout
the region and beyond by preserving an extensive permanent collection
and hosting 16 exhibitions annually featuring local, regional and
international artists. also an education-focused organization, stePac
facilitates educational programs and endorses emerging artists. among
its many events, the annual Fall art auction in november provides art
lovers with an opportunity to purchase unique souvenirs while supporting
stePac’s programs and the vibrant st. thomas-elgin arts community.
Mediums: paintings, jewellery, pottery, ceramics, glass art, sketches,
photography, woodcraft, sculptures, prints, metalwork
Tuesday - Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday - Friday 10pm - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 3pm
301 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON, N5P 1B5
www.stepac.ca (519) 631-4040
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the Arts & Cookery bAnk
the arts & cookery Bank, a regional cultural destination,
is a story of courage and commitment—a venue worth
visiting. the Bank uses photography as a historical visual
record. images from Dutton-Dunwich, newbury, southwest
Middlesex and west elgin, which span more than 200
years, are digitally displayed on multi-touch media kiosks.
Hundreds of old and current photos tell a rapidly-changing
story of rural southwestern Ontario.
Visit this stunning venue—a restored 1914 Bank of Montreal
and an 1883 timber frame barn—for a nostalgic, gripping,
inspirational and authentic rural experience.
Medium: photography
Tuesday - Friday 11am - 5pm
Monday Closed
Call for events on Saturdays and Sundays
242 Graham Road, West Lorne, ON, N0L 2P0
www.theartsandcookerybank.com (519)768-9986
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Jenny Phillips, owner of Village crier Gallery, is best
known as an artist who delights in recording the
vanishing rural landscape of southwestern Ontario
while capturing the essence and history of rural life. Her
paintings are vibrant, dynamic, and illustrate a wide-
range of country scenes from nature to architecture.
each piece at the Village crier Gallery is part of a
larger story that Jenny is happy to share with visitors.
in addition to selling original art, the gallery also offers
custom framing services, publishes fine art and books,
and is a dealer of custom tin ceilings.
Mediums: paintings, prints, sketches, custom
framing, photography
Monday - Saturday 9am - 5:30pm
or anytime by appointment
Bus tours and out of town guests please call ahead
194 Currie Road, Dutton, ON, N0L 1J0
www.jennyphillipsdutton.ca
villagecrierdutton.ca (519) 762-2862
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AnythInG used And sPArtA Country CAndles
One of elgin county’s best kept - and best smelling - secrets lies in an old
general store built in 1838 in the historic village of sparta. since 1995,
the Muscat family has been filling homes with their high-quality scented
candles, and creating a loyal customer base that keeps coming back for
more. sparta country candles contain as much as three times more
scent than average, and are sold in many different sizes at unbeatable
prices. Doors are open daily so stop by, pick up some candles and try a
piece of homemade fudge. it only makes scents!
Medium: candle and candle product manufacturing
Monday - Sunday 10am - 5pm
Closed Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
46361 Sparta Line, Sparta, ON, N0L 2H0
www.spartacandles.com (519) 775-0054
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For Joan Janes, opening little red Mitten in her hometown of st. thomas
brought to fruition a lifetime love of fibre arts. as a teenager, she worked
at the local Parkspin mill, an opportunity that ignited her passion for the
peacefulness of spinning at a wheel. situated in one of st. thomas’ most
historic neighbourhoods, the spacious, 1842 building houses yarns from
around the world. a variety of fibres are available at little red Mitten
including: cottons, wools, alpaca, and silk. Fibre artists from beginner
to enthusiast can take advantage of the best selection of knitting tools
around. take classes, join a knitting group, or try a new knitting pattern
created by the owner herself. look, touch, and be enticed. little red
Mitten is a woolly inspiring place!
Medium: fibre arts
Monday - Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday - Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
86 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON, N5P 1A5
www.littleredmitten.ca (519) 207-2880
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clayworks studio • • • • • •concreations •Medlyn stained Glass & Jewellery studio • • • • • •Peter robson studios and Gallery • • • • •Pinecroft ceramic art studio • • • •rubyeyes Kraftwerks • • • • • • • •art emporium Gallery • • • • • • • • • • • • • •clovermead Gallery • •Minerva art Gallery & custom Framing • • •Portside Gallery • • • • • • • •st. thomas-elgin Public art centre • • • • • • • • • • •the arts & cookery Bank •Village crier Gallery • • • • •anything Used & sparta country candles •little red Mitten •
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workshops at elgin arts trail locations are great creative outlets. From photography to pottery, the studios, galleries and crafters offer numerous
opportunities to discover your inner artist. For a complete list of our members workshops and events visit www.elginartstrail.ca.
workshoPs
workshop description date/time location
Individual knitting Instruction
enjoy a variety of scheduled knitting classes from beginner to advanced. call the shop (519-207-2880) or check our website, www.littleredmitten.ca – for the current schedule.
anytime, by appointment little red Mitten
Pottery/sculpture/ and more
classes and workshops in pottery, sculpture, drawing, painting, weaving and spinning offered. workshops can be arranged for up to 6 students.
anytime, by appointment clayworks studio
Pottery Brenda smith offers classes in pottery focusing on the wheel. classes are held in the pottery studio on site and both evening and daytime sessions are offered. Visit www.pinecroft.ca for exciting pottery workshops as part of their 65th anniversary celebration.
classes and hands-on workshops are offered year round
Pinecroft ceramic art studio
Adult workshops & Classes
we offer a variety of programs for adults interested in enriching their lives as artists. we offer classes for all abilities, from beginners to working professional artists. the art centre is your retreat from the outside world; a space where you can enrich your life through the study of art.
registration information and course dates are available online at www.stepac.ca
st. thomas-elgin Public art centre
smart Art Classes for Children
Discover the world of art making through exploration and experimentation with a variety of materials and organized activities. Basic skills in drawing, painting, and sculpture will be considered. imagination, self-confidence and individual style are encouraged.
registration information and course dates are available online at www.stepac.ca
st. thomas-elgin Public art centre
digital Photo Classes
take digital photo classes in a state-of-the-art digital photo lab and interactive photo classroom. classes will be for all ages, so kids, tweens, teens, seniors and families are welcome.
registration information and class schedules are available online at www.theartsandcookerybank.com
the arts & cookery Bank
stained Glass cheryl Garrett-Jenkins offers classes in glass art, stained glass, fusing, sandblasting and acid etching, and more.
registration information and class details are available online at www.rubyeyes.com
rubyeyes Kraftwerks
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Artastic Elgin
Discover your inner creativity as the artists of the elgin arts trail invite you to take part in
2 days of interactive events, providing you with an experiential adventure along the elgin
arts trail throughout elgin county. workshops with participating elgin arts trail artists in
their studios, gallery events, speakers, and more will be offered. artistic inspiration is all
around on the elgin arts trail. Visit www.elginartstrail.ca in august for more details.
september 28 & 29, 2013
Parade of Elephants
the Parade of elephants is a travelling, evolving exhibit of one-of-a-kind papier mâché
elephants. each elephant will be decorated by participating artists and artisans featured
on the elgin arts trail. a new elephant is added at each location and joins the existing
elephants on parade. every elephant is a unique creation, reflecting the artists and location
where it was produced. Presented in partnership with the st. thomas-elgin Public art
centre. Download the parade schedule & map at www.elginartstrail.ca/paradeofelephants
october 2, 2012 - september 28, 2013
ElginLicious
Join savour elgin members every May and October for elginlicious! this is an opportunity
to take advantage of the area’s restaurants, wineries, specialty food shops and agri-
tourism destinations at three great price points. special promotions are offered at $10,
$15 and $25 at all participating businesses. elginlicious is unique to all other “licious”
events, in that it is not exclusive to just restaurants offering three course menus. this is
an opportunity for you and your friends and family to get out and explore all that elgin
county has to offer.
Check www.savourelgin.ca for dates and promotions.
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Studiosclayworks studio concreationsMedlyn stained Glass studio Peter robson studios and Gallery Pinecroft ceramic art studio rubyeyes Kraftwerks
Galleriesart emporium Gallery clovermead GalleryMinerva art Gallery & custom Framing Portside Gallery st. thomas-elgin Public art centre the arts & cookery Bank Village crier Gallery
Craftersanything Used & sparta country candles little red Mitten
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Wineries & BreweriesQuai Du Vin
railway city Brewing companyrush creek wines
Restaurants & SweetsGreen Frog tea room at Pinecroft
Harbourtown FudgeKettle creek inn
Killer Desserts & caféMad Hatters tea room
ruby’s cookhousetasty sweets café & Bakery
windjammer inn
MarketsBerry Hill Fruit Farm
empire Valley Farm MarketFarmgate Markets
Horton Farmers’ MarketHowe Family Farm Market
Agri-tourismarts & cookery Bank
clovermead Bees & HoneyGreat lakes Farms
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