September getaway ...

We had a lovely little getaway which took us to Prince Edward County, Vermont and New York (and lots of stops along the way) . Filled with wine tours, cruises, art trails, wonderful barns and shops and lots of r & r.

Spotting this adorable barn "LaLa Land" just down from Huff Estates winery put a smile on our face and we had to snap a photo after breakfast. My grandsons call me LaLa ;-) 

Sorry the photos are all out of order .... computer decided to be temperamental this afternoon!

A very emotional visit to Dog Mountain 

home of the Stephen Hunek Gallery and the Dog Chapel

in Saint Johnsbury Vermont.

We brought along photos with love notes written on the back of our three precious labs

Bentley * Ernest * and Archer * to add to the many thousands of other dogs loved and never forgotten.

Set on the most gorgeous grounds, Dog Mountain is a haven for people and their dogs.

 150 acres of mountaintop splendor, thousands of people from all over the world visit.

so much love and memories held within the  4 walls of Dog Mountain Chapel

We will never forget our visit.

Thank you, Dog Mountain, for your warm Welcome!

We absolutely loved visiting Brockville. Everyone was so friendly, there was a fabulous museum

and railway tunnel which was Canada's first constructed between 1854 and 1860.

The stunning Oeno Gallery Contemporary Art & Sculpture Garden 

Huff Estates

Beautiful 1,000 Island boat cruise along the St. Lawrence River.

Home, nice and relaxed ... getting ready for my Solo Art Exhibit closing this Sunday.

There will be coffee, cold drink, something to eat & conversation. 

Hope to see you there! 

Art Gallery of St. James

137 Melville Street

Dundas, Ontario

12:30 - 2:30

 

Hello September ...

ahh September, how I love the "ber" months!

I just realized that the last time I did a post here was in July!

August was absolutely jam packed with things to do. . . 

Here's a little August catch-up of some art stuff.

Art Walk 2024 was absolutely amazing.

We had fabulous weather; our tent was tucked under a beautiful tree which provided shade to us from the moment we arrived at 7:30 am until we began packing up at 4.  Tent set up went better and quicker than planned which was good. There were live musical performances throughout the day, we met so many lovely people who were interested in hearing about my art journey and shared their own.

Looking forward to next year!!

 

All through the month of August I had been varnishing, wiring, choosing frames for, creating labels, and documenting the pieces of art I was going to hang for my 

*first* SOLO ART EXHIBIT 

We hung 60 pieces of art at the end of August in preparation for my September Art Show.

It was very humbling to see my art hanging on the art gallery walls of St. James 

So very grateful for this wonderful opportunity.

So many thank you's . . . 

Thank you to Christine for spotting my art at Innovation Park and the invitation to exhibit at St. James.

Thank you to Frank for the lovely artist of the month webpage.

Thank you to my hubby for all his help and support and hanging the 60 pieces!

Thank you to my wonderful family - my love for you is woven into every painting.

And last but not least, thank you to everyone who reached out and left such lovely words of friendship and kindness.

All so very much appreciated. 

Vintage Sparrow Studio

Deb Dunn

SOLO ART SHOW

September 2024

Art gallery of St. James

137 Melville Street

Dundas, Ontario

Art viewing times: Tuesdays ~ Fridays 10 am - 2 pm

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Closing Reception

Sunday, September 22, 2024

12:30 - 2:30 

I'd love for you to stop by on the 22nd for coffee, a cold drink, sweet treats and conversation! 

Hope to see you there.

D xo