Artists’ Alley
Lisa VanderWal by Cathy Wood “Painting really feeds my soul. It’s my happy place. I have always loved painting and other kinds of crafts but did not have time for that while I was working,” explains Lisa VanderWal. “18 months ago I retired from a 32-year career in Finance and last September, I took up online painting lessons with Ali Kay.” Lisa says that most of her paintings to date (the rain boot painting at bottom right being an exception) are the results of lessons to learn technique, but she’ll soon be doing more of her own creations. Her paintings, which are based on photographs, are in the Modern Impressionism style and layer rather than blend paint colours. “I love watercolour and oil, but my preferred medium is acrylic as it dries much faster. I only use nine paint colours and mix them to create what I need for each painting.” Lisa finds every subject an adventure and a challenge. “I learn something with every painting. Faces are difficult. Landscapes are a bit more forgiving.” Most of her paintings, some of which have been featured on tote bags, have been gifted to family and friends. Others may be seen at Whimsy Salon and Gifts in Ailsa Craig. Lisa has lived in Ailsa Craig her whole life. “There are so many wonderful people in the community,” she enthuses. “It was a great place to grow up and raise my daughter. We know our neighbours and we are lucky to have so many terrific people around us.” Her other hobbies include spending time with family, friends, and her dog, travel, reading, and cooking. “Occasionally I even make an edible meal!”
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EXHIBITS: August 31 – October 9 “Poetry in Stitches” with Georgina Fibre Artists. MONTHLY GROUPS : Writing Group, Book Club, Water Colour Group (Monday mornings), Sewing Social (1st Tuesday of the month), Card Making (2nd Tuesday of the month). Check the calendar on our website! UPCOMING CLASSES: Hand Made Paper, Weave a Christmas Runner, Round Willow Basket, Knitting Socks (beginner friendly), Acrylic Painting, Watercolour Painting.
Visit our gift shop featuring handmade cards, and work from previous exhibitors and local artisans. 160D Main Street, Ailsa Craig Open 1 – 4 pm every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
For a full schedule of classes go to ailsacraigartscentre. wildapricot.org
Georgina Fibre Artists
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