Whatâs the best way to experience and shop Canadian-made products?
Hint: it happens just once a year and itâs awesome.
The fourth annual Artisan Show makes its much-anticipated return to Âé¶čAV this Saturday. Local talent takes the spotlight in a large, open studio marketplace.
The Ellis Art Studios is hosting the event featuring items from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
âThe marketplace has given Âé¶čAV such a successful platform for local artisans and each maker is so passionate about their craft, which we canât wait to share with our community,â said Brazen Edwards, art director, Ellis Art Studios. âWe invite sellers from across B.C. to showcase their incredible talent here at the studio so they have the opportunity to be more successful in their handmade business.
âThis show embodies our mission by encouraging a positive creative impact on our local community and giving artists and designers an affordable marketplace to sell their wares.â
Edwards says there will be handmade and vintage wares; from art and home dĂ©cor to clothing and accessories and much more. Shoppers will have the opportunity to meet artisans such as local Âé¶čAV Artist, Jolene Mackie who will be selling her whimsical oil paintings; Kathleen Pistak from Mountain Town Knits all the way from Rossland with her collection for the everyday adventurer and Brittani Buettner the designer behind Whistlerâs Scenic Route Collection whoâs jewellery brand showcases the beauty of nature.