WOW!…This is Incredible!…These are the typical reactions of visitors at the RiverArts Holiday Show and Sale, running now through the end of the year.
RiverArts artists have been creating hand-crafted gifts for men, women, children, pets and the home for this show over the past months. There is so much variety that visitors may find that they can do all their holiday shopping at RiverArts.
Work includes gorgeous holiday wreaths, traditional green as well as white and blue, a wide range of ornaments including painted glass, origami, and oyster shells painted with the Maryland flag. There are also ceramic ornaments which come with a decorated wooden box, giving the feel of a miniature treasure chest.
The art includes miniatures and small works, some of which are displayed on tiny easels. There are paintings, collages, and photography. Subject matter ranges from landscapes and nautical scenes to still lives of oysters and total abstractions.
If interested in jewelry, plan on spending time looking for just the right piece since there are so many possibilities. There are necklaces and earrings that are made of precious and semi-precious stones, sea glass wrapped with silver or 14K gold filled wire, origami earrings and fabric cuffs.
Fiber art is well represented at RiverArts. There are gorgeous knitted, woven, and hand-dyed silk scarves,the ever popular hand-dyed felted pot holders and fabric pillows, novel triangular shaped pocket books, quilted wall hangings, and whimsical pins.
Other types of art include ceramics, wood art, and special fun things for children. There are many ceramic pieces from the RiverArts Clay Studio artists; hand-built and wheel thrown, with decorative designs and glazes. Wood art includes charming painted children’s rocking chairs and pens in a variety of colors. And to keep your children busy and creative there are sets with everything needed to color their own holiday cards as well as coloring books.
Cards for every occasion are on display, whimsical to holiday scenes; some are boxed with one image and others are individual cards.And don’t overlook the decorative gift tags.
RiverArts is located at 315 High Street, Suite 106, in the breezeway. The show will run through December 31. Gallery hours are 10am-5pm daily and First Friday, December 2, 10am-8pm.
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