2010 Summer Show
Friday, July 30 (2-7pm)
Saturday, July 31 (noon-7pm)
Sunday, August 1 (10am-3pm)
Shepherdstown, WV
The craft workers and artists of Jefferson County’s Over the Mountain Studio Tour
urge you to visit Shepherdstown during “Uniquely Shepherdstown,” the weekend of
July 30, 31, and August 1.
Five different venues in town will present the art and craft of 20 artists. Experience
the diversity of Jefferson County’s craft and culture by artists who have been working
cooperatively for more than 20 years. The work these artists produce reflects the
special quality of life that Jefferson County offers.
At the Bavarian Inn overlooking the Potomac River, heritage furniture maker Thomas
McGarry, Birnum Wood Joinery, will be joined by Rebecca Jones, fiber, collage and
wood artist. Potter Joy Bridy’s special wood fired pots will complement the work
of blacksmith Eric Johnson of Southwood Farm Forge.
The CraftsWorks site, corner of Duke and Washington Streets, will host Isabelle
Truchon, creator of modern day Byzantine arts. Joining her will be Sheila Brannan,
stained glass artist, and Linda Wright, with decorative painting on furniture, and
Nancy Streeter, wood carver.
In the village at 107 West German street (Didden’s Realty), folk artists Pat Langerhans
will be joined by quilter Elaine Mosel and photographer Teressa Blickenstaff-Kitts.
At Dickinson & Wait Craft Gallery, Tara Bell presents “Dream Circle Art,” colored
pencils drawings, collage, and prints.
The historic Entler Hotel rounds out the summer tour with fine silver artist and
jeweler, Carrie Singer, painter and printmaker Doug Kinnett, Anne Bowers’ Heirloom
Baskets, Fran Brolle, jeweler, in hot glass and silver, and Ren and Pam Parziale
of Sycamore Pottery, stoneware, salt, and redware. The weekend show offers the visitor
a visual feast for the eye.
Hours are Friday 2 to 7, Saturday noon to 7, and Sunday, 10 to 3.