Artist Links

Many of the artists members of the West Carleton Arts Society are accomplished professional artists. Other members are just begining their careers. Please use the links at the right to discover the talents of some of our members.

Workshops and Classes:

Jane Christie: Learn to make wire jewellery in a fun, relaxed, and of course…creative environment! With some basic techniques, and some practice, you can create unique, beautiful, wearable art!

Cristina Del Sol is a Visual Artist, Educator and Creative Coach. She offers Painting and Healing Workshops, as well as private art lessons in a nurturing and non-judgemental creative space. Don't miss the opportunity to join her monthly "Open Studio Events", to meet new artists' friends and create to your heart's content. For more info visit www.cristinadelsol.com.

Margaret Ferraro: Margarets' own artwork focuses on the figure and landscape. Drawing in pencil, conte, charcoal and pastel, Margaret believes in a strong foundation in the basics. Margaret offers art classes from beginner to advanced for both children and adults. In May 2009 Marg will host an art trip to France.

Teresa Mallen Studio: "At Teresa Mallen Studio, my goals as an art instructor are to inform and inspire. I am deeply committed to enhancing the lives of people who are seeking to learn and grow as artists. I share my passion for art through designing courses, kits, and teaching classes that assist students in fulfilling their artistic dreams. My desire is for students to experience pleasure and gain confidence as they master new skills and techniques. Acquiring knowledge can be fun." Begin the incredible journey in becoming the artist you wish to be. Register for a class today!

Susan Ukkola: Located in rural Ottawa, in a gorgeous country setting, artists can’t help but be inspired and infused with excitement when they get here. Picture yourself doing plein air painting by a pond. You’re surrounded by a mixed hardwood forest and taking time out on the large decks around the property. It’s absolutely peaceful during all of the seasons...

• explore the excitement of transferring images
• monoprinting on a gelatin plate
• encaustic painting
• introduction to life drawing
• MIXED MEDIA COLLAGE

Members' work can be found in the following galleries & shops:
3 Yellow Tulips, Pakenham: Lis Allison, Bob Christie, Jane Christie, Laurie Dechert, Margaret Ferraro, Catherine Gutsche, Mary Lettner, Angie McLaughlin, Bill Neddow, Lynda Northey, Brenda Parr, Kate Ryckman.

Fabulous, Almonte: Violetta Veljkovic

Haute Mama: Angie McLaughlin

Herb Garden, Almonte: Lis Allison

Nordic Star, Almonte: Violetta Veljkovic

Tay River Gallery, Perth: Jane Christie

Textile Museum, Almonte: Violetta Veljkovic

Gallery Classes:
3 Yellow Tulips offers courses in Jewellery making by Jane Christie; Wood Turning by Bill Neddow; and Photography by LightWisps. Gift Certificates can be purchased for these courses.

Interviews with a few members:

Catherine Schissel.pdf
Laurie Dechert.pdf
Violetta Veljkovic.pdf