Fernwood Art Stroll
Most Eclectic in all of Victoria
June 20th & 21st
Victoria, British Columbia - June 2, 2009 - On June 20 and 21 stroll on down to Fernwood, an eclectic community in the heart of Victoria for their annual Artist studio Tour. Be prepared for the unexpected as this vibrant community opens its doors to the rest of Victoria.
Held in conjunction with Fernfest, a community celebration, this stroll unabashedly celebrates the eccentricities of the people who chose to live in funky Fernwood. Established artists show their work and emerging artists open their studios for the first time.
Discover B.C.'s first ordained Maggidah and find out more about this ancient art. Venture through the doors of a wood studio designing pergolas as sculpture. Find out what it means to "Mosaic the City." What is Ikebana and how is it practiced? Glass art, photography, painting and sculpture are just some of the more "traditional" mediums that round out these "non-traditional" artists.
Artists have historically chosen to live in Fernwood with its long history of alternative lifestyles and support for artistic freedom. Converted Victorian houses, Asian gardens and families of artists living and creating together are just some of the interesting aspects of the artist stroll.
Begin and end your tour in the Square at Fernwood and Gladstone where you will be entertained by local musicians, dancers and storytellers participating in Fernfest, the annual celebration of community. Finish your day with a bite to eat at one of the many local cafes and restaurants.
For more information contact Frances Sidhe at 250-889-2308.
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