The ninth annual Whitchurch-Stouffville Studio Tour and Sale takes place Oct. 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features 26 artists at 18 different venues. Participating artists include painters, potters, jewellery makers, stained and fused glass artisans and a wood turner.

In 2008 the tour was nominated for the Premier’s Award for Excellence in Art and attracted a record number of visitors to Whitchurch-Stouffville.

Admission to all venues is free and the tour is a great way to explore the community and enjoy our beautiful fall colours. Several artists will demonstrate their skills in the lobby of the Latcham Gallery and Care and Share Thrift Shop over the weekend, and For The Love of Jo coffee house on Main Street has a number of works from participating artists displayed on the walls.

Visitors to each location can fill out a ballot for a free draw, with a prize of a $200 gift certificate to spend at one of the studios. “A diverse selection of media is represented including acrylic, encaustic, oil, sumi-e and watercolour paintings,” said artist and organizer Diana Bullock. “We also have graphite drawings, jewellery, pastels, pottery, wood block printing and wood turning. There is something for everyone.”

For more information visit www.stouffvillestudiotour.com, call 905-642-1721 or send an email to info@stouffvillestudiotour.com. Tour maps are also available from the Latcham Gallery and local retailers.

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