Art on the Shelf – Opens May 6th

April 12th, 2011 | Posted in art show, event

Black Prince Winery is hosting the 1st annual Art on the Shelf, original art show and sale, May 6th to May 23rd with an opening reception on May 5th from 7pm – 9pm.

The premise of the show is to promote the symbiotic relationship between art and literature. The artists will be inspired by their favourite book.

This new show, located in the art cellar, will house almost 4o local artists utilizing a wide variety of disciplines including;  fabric art, pottery, sculpture, photography, oil, watercolour, encaustic and acrylic paintings.

Gerry Putman’s artwork, shown above, will be featured on a red wine that will be available for sale for a limited time. The released date for this wine is the end April .

Visitors are invited to experience Art on the Shelf in the relaxing ambiance of Black Prince Winery, renew memories of your favourite author through the creative eye of our many talented local artists and enjoy delicious wine.

Funds raised from this show will be directed thru the Friends of the Picton Library and will be used to further improve landscaping & provide a permanent sign at the front of the library.