Open Studios & Open Gardens
Are you naturally curious and love a little adventure? Then this event is for you! It provides you with the opportunity to explore the region and learn something new. Why not journey down those back roads and byways, go to places you've never ventured to before and discover creative folk who are willing to share their passion for art, craft and gardening with you? We guarantee you will be inspired!
DETAILS:
• Artworks for sale at ‘studio door’ prices
• Free admission to studios
• Gardens $5 entry fee (children under 16 free)
• Open 1Oam – 4pm Saturday June 8, 2019
• Check the maps, follow the blue and orange flags and...
• Explore the area!
• Artworks for sale at ‘studio door’ prices
• Free admission to studios
• Gardens $5 entry fee (children under 16 free)
• Open 1Oam – 4pm Saturday June 8, 2019
• Check the maps, follow the blue and orange flags and...
• Explore the area!
The 2019 Open Studio Trail is soon to be revealed!
Until then, read below detail of some previous participants.
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Diana Lord, Marilyn Patton
Studio 1 Diana Lord and Marilyn Patton 8 Bayview Ave Binalong Bay This highly creative duo has a long and committed association with the Tasmanian east coast. Diana loves to work with pastels and is fascinated by the light as it plays upon both the landscape and seascape. Marilyn works with both oil and relief printmaking. Her work consists of landscapes, portraits and animals. Both artists are highly influenced by the natural world, and Tassie’s east coast in particular. Be inspired by the fabulous view across the Bay of Fires to Eddystone Point! ON SALE: Framed artworks, prints and cards Credit cards accepted. |
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Des Murray / Sue Briginshaw / Ken Mackay
Studio 2 Des Murray / Sue Briginshaw / Ken Mackay 15 Highcrest Avenue Binalong Bay This will be Des’ last appearance on the Trail. Here is your opportunity to experience the wonderful hospitality of the Murray family. View Des' superb work in pastels, oils and acrylics which are distinctive to Tasmanian’s east coast. Don’t forget to enter Des’ quiz – you could win an original framed pencil sketch and there’s also a great activity for the kids. Sue is a firm favourite with an eclectic talent. Her most recent commission, illustrations for children’s book, Bluey’s Magical Adventure is a tweens book full of mythical creatures. You, too, can create your own fictional creature. Sue has spent her professional life teaching and creating art. Her ‘let’s have a go’ attitude, and sheer creative talent has made her one of the most loved and sought-after artists in Tasmania. Launceston-born, Ken had a successful career in finance. At the urging of his family, he commenced writing a children’s adventure story. Blue was inspired by a visit to the Blue Tier, including the famous Goblin Walk. Dragons and magicians now haunt his dreams. Meet the author and get a sneak preview of his work! ON SALE: Framed oil, acrylic, pastel and watercolour artworks. Original framed and unframed illustrations from children’s book, Bluey’s Magical Adventure. Cards. Credit cards accepted |
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Helen Munro
Studio 3 Helen Munro 35 Highcrest Avenue Binalong Bay Just one glance at these photos and there is no guessing as to what inspires Helen! Passionate about colour and pastels, this award winning artist of superb seascapes and landscapes invites little kids (and big kids) to share her passion. You, too, can 'have a go' with pastels, indulge in some mulled wine, enjoy Helen's beaming smile and view her outstanding artwork. ON SALE: Framed pastel artworks and cards. Credit cards accepted |
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Angelina Monticelli
Studio 4 Angelina Monticelli 4 Maori Place Akaroa Born in Morocco, Angelina is descendend from a long line of creative talent! She loves Latin music, dancing, all things Spanish, the Italian language and she shares a birthday with the abstract artist, Pablo Picasso. Her artwork is bold, colourful and at times a little complex. She also likes to express her inner child. Her work reflects her belief that life is full of beauty and colour. Meet the flamboyant Angelina! ON SALE: Framed and unframed acrylic, multimedia artworks. Some collage. |
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Jasmine Rooney & Tane Richardson
Studio 5 Jasmine Rooney & Tane Richardson 22 Cherrywood Drive Scamander Jasmine’s interest in art emerged at an early age and was encouraged when she received a certificate of commendation for her first portrait drawing (pop culture) in her senior high school year. Now, armed with a Bachelor of Visual Arts, it's the environment and the fragility of nature which inspire her exquisite naturalistic pen and graphite portraits and landscapes. Tane has a Diploma of Graphic Design, as well as a lifelong passion for drawing cartoons and caricature. He has drawn live at Movie World, weddings and corporate events along the east coast of Australia. His quirky, cartoony style means everyone can enjoy seeing their likeness on a page! Both Jasmine and Tane have exhibited their work in galleries throughout Australia. ON SALE (Jasmine): Unframed mounted pen & graphite original landscapes and macro, mounted prints ON SALE (Tane): Live, five-minute caricatures of visitors at $15 per face, Unframed ink original cartoons and caricatures. Credit cards accepted |
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Deborah Salter-Oosterloo, Klaas Oosterloo Studio 6 Deborah Salter-Oosterloo & Klaas Oosterloo Arthaus Gallery 21384 Tasman Highway, Four Mile Creek While it is Deborah whose artwork is the focus at this site, visitors will be delighted by their extensive, beautiful and creative garden on the edge of the ocean. Added to this, it is populated by the sometimes serious, but more often, quirky sculptures that Klaas creates. Deborah works mainly with oil and ink and the natural world is a strong influence on her work. Deb and Klaas are fun people but are serious about their artwork. Not to be missed! ON SALE: Framed and unframed oil and ink artworks. Cards. Explore in style! You can view this and other Open Studios PLUS Open Garden 2 with special guest appearance by ABC Gardening Australia presenter Jane Edmanson. For further information and to book our coach tour on Saturday June 9 only - BOOK HERE Parking onsite. |
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Karl and Robina Balzer
Studio 7 Karl and Robina Balzer 822 Elephant Pass Road St Marys Karl gained his Master Craftsman Certificate in Vienna for small leather goods. Since migrating to Australia he has exhibited and sold high quality leather accessories and has run his own galleries. When not wildlife-proofing their productive garden, he continues to make superb leather items. Robina is a textile artist and painter. She is experienced in spinning, weaving, felting, silk painting, dying, tapestry, basket weaving and most recently, machine knitting. Passionate about self-sustainability and their bountiful garden, she has run workshops on sourdough bread making, fermenting, drying and juicing and jam-making. (Maybe the list of what Robina can’t do would be shorter!) We guarantee you’ll learn something new from this modest, but extraordinarily talented couple! ON SALE: Men’s and women’s leather goods: wallets, belts, handbags, purses and other accessories. Hand spun and dyed yarn. Knitted items such as socks, neck wraps and scarves, as well as machine knitted items. Jams and relishes made from their garden produce. Visitors will be offered free tours of their productive garden. Explore in style! You can view this and other Open Studios PLUS Open Garden 2 with special guest appearance by ABC Gardening Australia presenter Jane Edmanson. For further information and to book our coach tour on Saturday June 9 only - BOOK HERE Parking onsite. (Please avoid parking in Mt Elephant Pancake Barn spaces.) |
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Bryon Beggs
Studio 8 Bryon Beggs 396 Elephant Pass Road St Marys Unseen from the road, a turn down this driveway leads to a slice of paradise. Working in a variety of mediums and styles, from botanical to abstract, Bryon’s creativity is not confined to his paintings. You’ll gasp with delight at the highly creative garden and the unique mosaic bottle wall. You'll be impressed by the commitment to sustainability which he and his partner have made. This is a site that will inspire you. ON SALE: Unframed artworks, cards, painted rocks and rustic bird baths. Credit cards accepted. Explore in style! You can view this and other Open Studios PLUS Open Garden 2 with special guest appearance by ABC Gardening Australia presenter Jane Edmanson. For further information and to book our coach tour on Saturday June 9 only - BOOK HERE Parking on site. |
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John McColl, Alizon Whitestar-McColl
Studio 9 John McColl, Alizon Whitestar-McColl 7391 Tasman Highway St Marys 'We drive past this house often, but last year’s Open Studio gave us an excuse to stop. We are so glad we did. It was both interesting and entertaining as John showed us how he went about producing some amazing sculpture.' Helen and Darrell Cooper, St Helens. John, a passionate sculptor, was commissioned to produce the iconic ‘dragon’ which lives outside St Helens History Room. He tells us he has a traditional approach to sculpture, but we are not so sure. Don’t forget to ask about his moon-bathing solarium! Alizon admits she is often referred to as a ‘gypsy’ or ‘hippy’. Certainly her colourful paintings reflect her inner joy and happiness. ON SALE: Sculptures in bronze, Tasmanian timbers and ceramics. Paintings in acrylics, ink and watercolours. Cards and fridge magnets. Explore in style! You can view this and other Open Studios PLUS Open Garden 2 with special guest appearance by ABC Gardening Australia presenter Jane Edmanson. For further information and to book our coach tour on Saturday June 9 only - BOOK HERE Parking onsite. |
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Open Sunday ONLY 1Oam - 4pm
JIll and Robert Lowth 'Annandale' & Garry Richardson, Historian and Author. Open Garden 1 Jill and Robert Lowth 'Annandale' 497 Lottah Road Goulds Country A few steps through the gates of Annandale and we guarantee you’ll be ‘oohing’ and ‘aahing’! This extensive English country garden has several water features and courtyards, a birch tree-lined driveway and is home to all your favourite plantings – roses, camellias, azaleas, rhododendrons and magnolias. It’s also home to lots of rescued animals, including nine (yes nine!) wombats. Please be respectful if you come across them in their sanctuary. You can learn about the plight of our wildlife from Vicki (Pademelon Park), see demonstrations of fruit tree and rose pruning, and discover how you can turn a tree stump into a work of art through chainsaw carving (12noon – 2pm)! Please allow at least an hour when you visit. ON SALE: Plants and garden produce. Morning and afternoon tea is available. Proceeds from donations and sales to Pademelon Park Wildlife Refuge. Street parking only. Garry Richardson As you look out over the beautiful fertile valleys from this garden, you may be curious. How did Goulds Country get its name? Was there a Gould family? Garry has meticulously researched and spoken with the descendants of the folk who pioneered this area. In his latest book, Up Country, Garry reveals the triumphs and tragedies of those who once lived in Goshen, Goulds Country and Pyengana. Garry will sign any purchased books. ON SALE: Books: Up Country, The Harbour – the history of Binalong Bay and Humbug Point, Tin Mountain - the history of the Blue Tier, Poimena and Weldborough, Sail & Steam - the story of early trading vessels and others. Cash or cheque only. |
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Open 1Oam - 4pm Sat & Sun, 9am-12pm Mon
Isabel and Peter Witton Open Garden 2 Isabel and Peter Witton 251 Lohreys Road Dublin Town This garden gives new meaning to the term ‘Secret People, Secret Places’! A 10km drive on an all-weather, dirt road from St Marys (we recommend a speed limit of 40km to protect wildlife) will find this unstructured garden nestled under Huntsman’s Cap. Meandering paths lead through shrubberies and cottage-style plantings. Mature trees create micro climates for liliums, rhododendrons, cerinthe and spiderwort. You’ll love Peter and Isabel’s creative use of rocks, succulents and pots. A vegetable patch includes espaliered pears and apples, under-planted with lavender and rosemary. Hydrangeas, perennials and annuals abound. Sturdy shoes recommended. BONUS! ABC Gardening Australia presenter, Jane Edmanson, will give a gardening talk 2 pm Saturday June 9. Don't miss it! ON SALE: Fresh produce, potted plants and preserves. Explore in style! You can hear ABC Gardening Australia presenter Jane Edmanson at this garden and visit four other open studios. For further information and to book our coach tour on Saturday June 9 head to our ticketing page or BOOK HERE |
