49th Meet the Artists and Artisans Fall Finale

49th Meet the Artists and Artisans Fall Finale`Sept 24 & 25 on the Milford Green 10-5 free admission held rain or shine I-95 N. exit 37 High St. I-95 S. exit 39A follow yellow arrows.

Meet the Artists and Artisans has again captured the national award for the 100 Best Fine Art Shows in the U.S. with its 49th Mothers Day weekend show on the Milford Green, this is the only CT juried show chosen for Sept 2011. Selected for its calibre of exhibitors, and high criteria of original only work, as one of the nations oldest and most respected Art Shows. It has been directed and founded by Denise morris Curt (the Connecticut Limner) of Milford, to introduce new exhibitors chosen for their unique, fanciful, and functional expressions that reflect the creative genius of each individual, showcasing exceptional talent.

Meet authors and illustrators of beautiful children’s books, watch the weaver at her loom as scarves and clothing appear, hear the Celtic harp sing its gentle notes near the bandstand as “FIRE WITCH’ stoneware creator Nancy Johnson Mercado composes and weaves her music and wool.

Ronet Noe layers her canvas with relief forms projecting memorable Milford beach scenes to warm winter temperatures. Tammi Eller carves intricate fairy tale villages clambering up mountains and cliffs, with minute fish scale rooftops of cotton wood bark. Mary Neschke renowned “Milford Living” photographer joins Tim Mannle, and John Supan presenting local landmarks, famous coastal refuges and scenic views of Milford.

Orange’s Pamela Hirth chooses silk velvet and lavish chenilles for women’s apparel. Rebecca Osborn designs ceramic trees with majestic branches silhouetted against colorful or serene backgrounds as sculptural wall hangings. The Taylor’s, Carol-etchings and collage, Carlton-black and white digital photos with a spot of color; Maribeth and Bill Blonski-4 beautifully illustrated children’s books featuring original oils and watercolors.

Kevin Travers a master wood recycler incorporates antique panels for his 5 board chests, tables, & benches, his toys and robots of old metal and barnwood findings are hilarious. Greg Stones returns with his miniature watercolors of absurdist characters, and books of penguin criminals and heroes.

12 jewelers chosen for work made on location, designed by category include: Cargill, DiStefano, Flanagan, Gilbo, Liss, Hessels, Swinney, Tane, Villegas, Woad, Weller, and Wright. Beveled, stained glass panels with pearlized nautilus shells shimmer in the sun made by the Nichols brothers. Unusual floral arrangements, garlands, swags, wreaths by MA. Helene Gilliat, CT. Claudia Cormier. Craftsmen turning wood into pen and pencil sets, kaleidoscopes, vases, bowls, vessels, join wood carver Mike McCarthy who delights his audience by carving shore birds throughout the show describing each bird in detail. Innovative metal- moving sculptures, life sized figures and animals, stone heads, by Joe DeMarco
and Domenic Belli.

Nautical charts are Philip Chagnon’s base for his award winning watercolors of New England’s light houses, sails, and ships. Rick Weiss of PA.- watercolor portraits of your home. Hand stitched patch work quilts, tables linens, accessories for home and purse. Gourd bird houses, containers, canisters. High fired, painted ceramics, by Judy and Gary Tischler, Grillo’s dinner ware and glazed, deep colored pottery by Ri Ri Levine. Hand screened graphics on colorful shirts, are just a few of the original works featured.

The Food Court at High St. hosts Thai Taste of New Haven, Faddys hot doughnuts, home made ice cream, Baked potatoes with toppings, pulled pork. Kinderhook Dutch desserts, fruit and chocolate tarts, Capa Di Roma-Sauces of Italy, Boy Scout troop #1 Milford..Egg/cheese breakfast treats, grilled American fare, coffee and beverages.

Info call 203-874-5672 info@meettheartistsandartisans.com www.meettheartistsandartisans.com   

Only original work made by its creator is considered for entry. No imports, buy sell, are allowed.