So what’s all the fuss about Lesley Strutt. A poet has died, not one who had published a hundred books, or even poems, or been awarded any of the great prizes. A poet who does not yet have a trade collection out. We haven’t seen or heard from her much recently. And I...
Some of you might be aware that our dear friend and MAG artist, Lesley Strutt, has been battling cancer for some time. Sadly, she is now close to the end of her life and our hearts and prayers go out to Chuck and Lesley’s family. Lesley is an extraordinary...
Nick Previsich (President, Merrickville Artists’ Guild) and Yves Grandmaitre (President, Merrickville-Wolford & District Chamber of Commerce) presenting a cheque for $3,500 to Audrey Bridge and Graeme Bonham-Carter of Rideau Bridge to Canada for their...
We’re going virtual this year. For more info on Merrickville Artists and their wonderful array of gift-giving ideas, visit us on Facebook, our YouTube channel, or on this site.
Donations by MAG members in support of Rideau Bridge to Canada and the Al Aboud family raised $2,475. Items donated by local businesses through the Chamber of Commerce raised an additional $1,065 for a grand total of app. $3,500. Community spirit in action!
Numerous MAG Artists have donated works to be auctioned off in support of the second Syrian family sponsored by Rideau Bridge to Canada and Holy Trinity Anglican Church. The online auction, conducted by Rideau Auctions, runs from 9 am Dec 3 to 7 pm Dec 7. This is a...
The Merrickville Artists’ Guild (MAG) and the Merrickville & District Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce a collaboration for a very worthwhile cause. Merrickville-Wolford is hosting a second Syrian family, the Al Abouds, through the efforts of Rideau...
The MAG Artists MarketPlace is now live! Visit The MAG Artists...
The MAG Window Display Project is pleased to showcase a wonderful assortment of pottery by four talented MAG artists at the Merrickville Food Market. Artists Johanna Jansen, Debbie Gilmer, Linda Hynes and Vanda Stanley are displaying a sample of their beautiful...
The Merrickville Artists’ Guild is pleased to announce that the 2020 Virtual Studio Tour will be launched on October 3rd at 12:15 a.m. You will be able to view a compilation video as well as individual videos of each of the 24 participating artists in their studios...
We go VIRTUAL on October 3rd & 4th when 24 artists will display their art through videos of their work in their studios or galleries. Artists will also post videos on their social media platforms and websites. Don’t miss these stunning new works of painting,...
MAG is pleased to showcase the wonderful work of two accomplished MAG artists: Marje Fletcher and Katharine Fletcher. These delightful paintings will be on display for the next 2 – 3 weeks. We hope you stop by the window at the Merrickville Food Market to see...
Click here for the terrific interview with our own MAG Artist, Peiter Doeff.
The MAG community garden plot has been producing an abundant assortment of organic and nutritious vegetables for the community Food Cupboard through the Sustainable Merrickville-Wolford Grow a Row initiative — kale, arugula, baby Romaine lettuce and French...
The work of MAG Artist Pieter Doef includes concrete sculptures and paintings in oils, acrylics, pastels, watercolors, collages, and mixed media. On August 9, he is hosting a sale at his home/studio, located at 698 McCrea Road, Merrickville. Learn more about Pieter on...
MAG is pleased to present the work of four talented artists – Mary Ross, Fiona Macintyre, Katharine Fletcher and Lorraine Delangis. A sample of their beautiful work can be viewed in the main window at the Merrickville Food Market on St. Lawrence Street until...
MAG is a proud supporter of Sustainable Merrickville-Wolford’s initiative to “Grow a Row.” Happy to report that MAG’s Community Garden plot has survived the heat spell through frequent watering and diligent weeding. Some vegetables will be ready soon to...
MAG is pleased to showcase the work of four talented artists located in the window at the the Merrickville Food Market. Featuring the lovely work of Jane Jefferys, Holly Dean, Johanna Jansen and David Dunn. These works will be on display and are for sale until July...
We are pleased to announce the art display of three talented MAG artists – Don Crowder, Herman Ruhland and Linda Hynes. These lovely pieces will be available for viewing and purchase until July 4, 2020 at the Merrickville Food Market on St. Lawrence...
The Merrickville Artists’ Guild is delighted to announce this new initiative in collaboration with the Merrickville Food Market. The Food Market has generously offered to let MAG use its main window on St. Lawrence Street to display and sell the work of MAG artists....
MAG has made the difficult decision to cancel the very popular Annual Studio Tour which was scheduled for September 26-27, 2020. Regardless of the recent announcement on slowly reopening some businesses in the Province, the MAG Executive and many artists themselves...
During this difficult public health crisis the MAG Executive is sending this message to assure you that now more than ever the Arts are an essential and important part of our lives. This is especially true for small villages such as Merrickville-Wolford and...
We are sorry to announce that, due to the vital Covid-19 restrictions on gatherings, two of our upcoming Conversations have been cancelled. May 14: The Drone and the Camera: Mike Venables and Jun 11: Beader and Ojibway Artist: Ashley-Rise Manchendagoos. Discussions...
While drones have been around for decades, it is only recently that they have become widely available. The result has been a veritable explosion of new applications where an airborne camera proves useful or desirable to enhance artistic and/or commercial expression....
