Welcome to the Walpole Artisan's blog! We are a group of artists from Walpole, New Hampshire and the surrounding area. It is our hope that this blog will be a way to showcase our members and their artwork as well as publicize events related to art in our community.
Our group was started about 9 years ago as a way to network with other local artists, connect with the community and find a local outlet to show and sell our work. Our current membership includes 19 artists with work ranging from fine art paintings and photography to folk art metal sculptures, decorative painting and murals, furniture and woodworking, fibers arts, art dolls, handblown glass, jewelry and pottery. Along the sidebar of this blog you will find examples of work by our members. Click on the image and you will be directed to the artists' website (if available).
We host an annual artist studio tour and this year is our ninth! Each year a select number of artisans open their studios where the community can see where art is created and perhaps even watch a demonstration. This year the tour will take place on Thanksgiving weekend, November 25th, 26th & 27th from 11am- 5pm. If you are interested in exploring the Walpole area and attending the tour you can pick up a map at our shop at 52 Main Street in Walpole.
Our cooperative shop was opened in the spring of 2008. We are located in the heart of the village of Walpole right across the street from Burdick's, a well known chocolate shop and cafe. Every item in our shop is handcrafted and generally one of a kind. We take pride in offering a unique selection of items that you won't find anywhere else. Our hours are Tuesdays 11-2:30pm, Wednesday- Saturday 10-5pm, and Sundays 11-3pm. We also stay open on Monday holidays. Each artist who is part of the Coop takes a turn working at the shop. Stop by and chat with one of the artists and take a look at the beautiful art created by our members. It's a great place to do your holiday shopping, pick up a gift or even treat yourself. We hope to see you soon!
Loibeth, this looks really cool. Nice work.
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