ART-IN-THE-PARK
Submitted On 22 July, 2007 by Bronte BIA (AK)
42nd Annual Art in the Park - August 6, 2007
The Oakville Art Society is pleased to announce the 42nd Art in the Park on the waterfront in Bronte.
Oakville, ON. - The Oakville Art Society is pleased to announce the 42nd Art in the Park on the waterfront in Bronte.
“We are thrilled to be again offering one of the best fine arts festivals in the country and are excited this year about many new additions, including the Trafalgar Brewing Company’s Beer Garden,” said John Edge, the Oakville Art Society President. “As the only Art Society in the country that doesn’t take government funding our continual growth is possible thanks to the support of this tremendous community, our outstanding volunteers and talented artists.” Featuring more than 150 artists and artisans from across the country, the 2006 event attracted thousands of people to the Bronte waterfront.
Artists for this highly competitive show were selected by a rigorous jury process.
“Visitors to the 2007 show will see the return of some of the same artists as in previous years, as well as some new ones, who have never participated before”, says Sabine Frisch, Oakville Art Society administrator. "There is no doubt that the Art in the Park Festival is an important show, and event, for Bronte," Frisch said.
Every medium is represented, from traditional oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings to glass, ceramics, textiles, photography, mixed media, sculptures and fine jewelry, the event covers the full range of the arts.
The atmosphere at Art in the Park is far from the typical impression of an art show: a quiet, subdued, and perhaps intimidating place. Art in the Park is alive with some artists demonstrating in their booths or at Oakville Art Society demonstration area. Visitors will get to meet the artists and learn about their motivations and excitement about the works they have created.
Another much-anticipated aspect of the event this year is the addition of Trafalgar Brewing Company who will be providing food and refreshments at their Beer Garden right on the grounds. “We think this is a great event for all of Oakville and we are excited to be a part of it this year,” said Mike Arnold, President of Trafalgar Brewing Company.
Located at Heritage Waterfront Park, Bronte and Ontario street, Art in the Park has carved out an identity all its own. Admission is $3.00 at the gate.
About Oakville Art Society:
The Oakville Art Society is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to promoting art and art appreciation in the community. Art in the Park proceeds benefit area art students and the Oakville Art Society. For more information, visit www.oakvilleartsociety.com
Contact:
Sabine Frisch, Telephone 905-827-5711
info@oakvilleartsociety.com |
Contact: Pat O'Reilly (poreilly@brontevillage.net)
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