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The North Shore Artwalk is back and promises to be better than ever. “We have a huge variety of art this year,” says Kathy Sinclair, of the Kamloops Arts Council (KAC). “We actually have writThursday, May 19 ing this year, which is a first, as well as paintings, drawings, pottery, mosaics, fabric, furniture, jewelry, photography and more.” She adds that this year’s opening reception is shaping up to be more like a party than your typical shoulder-rubbing mixer. open for business 250.376.2411 “We’re having the launch at Redbeard Roasters where we’ll have demonstrations by local artists at the top of each hour, a reading by local author Melanie Van Mol from her novel The Crystal Guardian, and lots of live music,” says Kathy, who shares that local musicians, like indie/folk artist Michele Botel and singer/songwriter Jodi Doidge, will be playing throughout the kick-off event. “It’ll be a chance to meet and mingle with the artists and see how some of them create their masterpieces. The entire community is invited!” The Artwalk concept places work by local artists on display in retailers and is designed to bring exposure to local artists, traffic for local businesses and an accessible art and neighbourhood experience for the community. “I have been involved with KAC community events for a few years, participating in shows, and as a workshop facilitator, volunteer. The North Shore Artwalk is another great example of how the community of Kamloops celebrates the arts,” says local artist and jeweler Una Conner. With the best walking experience in mind, this year's Artwalk will be less spread out and focus on the north end of Tranquille Road near Library Square, including Northills Mall and Fortune Shopping Centre. “We are doing a few things differently this year,” says Kathy. “We have always focused on the south end of Tranquille in the past, but this year we wanted to extend the area of the event to allow different businesses to participate. We have lots of new hosts and they seem really excited. We – continued on page 2 Artist Howard Swaren demonstrates gesso painting at Artwalk 2012. NSBIA - lug May11.indd 1
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