The Great Shuswap Pottery sale is set to begin this weekend, and organizers have rounded up some of the area’s best artists to show off their work.
The two-day event will feature the work of a variety of local potters who specialize in many different styles, materials and techniques.
Whether you are looking for a functional piece or that perfect eye-grabber for that newly decorated room, this event is sure to have it.
While there will be no shortage of pottery on display, this event also features a number of other artistic forms.
The event runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Celista Hall, July 20 and 21.
For more information, visit www.greatshuswappotterysale.com.
Glass galore
Local glass artisan Chuck St. John is hosting an open house and tour of his new (four years) location of Nimbus Glass Studio at Lee Creek, on Sunday, July 28, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
St. John has been operating Nimbus Glass Studio in the Kamloops and Salmon Arm areas for more than 25 years, creating art glass for homes and businesses, as well as sculptures for garden or home. He has shown his work at Salmon Arm’s Roots and Blues Festival for the last five years, and has had shows at the SAGA Art Gallery with his sculptures.
St. John will be giving tours explaining techniques and materials he uses.
It is at 3019 Hopwood Rd., 10 minutes from the Squilax exit.