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Day Tripping
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by The Laker
Lakes Seacoast Mountains
An Artful Gem: MacDonald Fine Art
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
Like many people, with a busy job and lifestyle, it can be a bit difficult to find the time to do the things I most love to do. For some people, their interests are in hiking, bicycling, or travel. For me, it is viewing art. We are lucky to have some good galleries in the Lakes Region, and I visit them as often as I can.
So, when I heard that a new gallery had opened its doors, and was about 10 minutes from my home office, I was really excited. (Normally, a day trip for me is defined as wandering back roads or finding a cool shop or other business miles from my home, but now and then, I find a gem of a place nearby.)
The MacDonald Fine Art Studio and Gallery, located at 43 Gilford East Drive in Gilford, is next door to MacDonald Veterinary Service. The gallery is owned and operated by Susan MacDonald and her son, Tristan; Susan’s husband, Dr. MacDonald, owns and operates the veterinary practice.
I was aware of Susan and her talent as a painter from an article in a June, 2020 issue of The Laker titled “An Artist’s Life at Snow Dragon Studio” by Tom Caldwell. I knew Susan and Tristan paint at their home studio in Meredith. Tristan is also a busy Dartmouth College student, and his passion for art runs in the family.
Tristan’s grandfather (and Susan’s father) was the well-known Lakes Region artist, Loran Percy. The artist – or “Grandpa” as Tristan refers to Loran – had a gallery and gave lessons in Gilford. Sadly, Loran passed away some years ago. Many local people and collectors from other areas love Loran’s artwork and are passionate about his paintings.
I was curious to see the gallery, and visited on a Thursday in June. Susan and Tristan were both in the gallery and as I stepped into the space, they welcomed me and explained a bit about the artwork that fill the gallery walls.
It is a well-lit and pleasing space and I could not wait to browse the paintings. “We officially opened the gallery on Friday, May 28,” explained Susan. “Our focus is realistic and contemporary Impressionism. There are eight artists exhibiting their work here at present.”
Tristan added that when figuring the layout of the space, they wanted to gallery to not be overcrowded. Susan and Tristan have done a good job of thoughtfully displaying both large and smaller paintings and the viewer will relish seeing the landscapes, floral and animal paintings. There is certainly nothing cramped about the gallery and I had plenty of room to browse, starting with a large landscape by New Hampshire artist Byron Carr. The work is beautiful and brought to mind the gorgeous landscapes of the White Mountain painters of the late 1800s.
Not far from the entrance, a wall greets the visitor with the work of Loran Percy. I felt a bit emotional to see Loran’s vision of Lakes Region landscapes. Susan explained that Loran’s art is less Impressionistic than hers, with Loran’s being a more controlled use of brushwork. However, Susan’s paintings, while in a looser style, are not so very unlike her father’s work. Susan said those who were fans of her father’s are thrilled to see Loran’s work at the gallery.
Other artists represented at MacDonald Gallery are skilled and I could see the thoughtful manner in which each was hung for viewing. Tristan’s paintings are varied and he has presented a range of work, from smaller paintings of birds to large landscapes. (I love a painting of a bird with blue feathers.) His work shows a skill and sensitivity for animals.
On the opposite end of the canvas Susan and Tristan MacDonald stand before artwork by Susan’s father, Loran Percy. size spectrum, Tristan has displayed a large 12- x 36-inch oil painting called “Sailing on Glass” that is among my favorites. The long canvas brings the viewer into a lake scene most of us have seen and marveled at: a delicate pink and blue sky mirrored on the glass-like surface of Lake Winnipesaukee. The painting would be absolutely perfect for the home of a lake and boating lover, with a single white sail boat strategically placed on the canvas. The majestic mountains span the background, showcasing the perfection of the scene.
Tristan is modest about his paintings, and would share with me a scene or how he painted something, but he allowed me to have time alone with his work and the work of others so I could take in everything the gallery offered.
Byron Carr’s paintings are spectacular, and most are larger in size. A very talented artist, Carr is displaying landscapes and they are beauties. I was eager to see his work “in person” because I have seen some of his paintings of waterfalls online and loved them. “Byron came to the gallery before the opening day with a lot of his paintings,” Susan explained. He helped her choose the best paintings for the gallery and the work is thoughtfully displayed. Byron has an eye for landscapes, and I always admire an artist who can paint a scene and evoke emotion in the viewer. His paintings drew me in and I suddenly felt as if I was right there at the water’s edge while bubbling, tumbling water splashed over large boulders. A mountain scene invited me to step back in time to an old country road while hints of a painted New England countryside offered quiet and peace. As I made my way through the gallery, I was suddenly aware of some
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I was impressed at the range of artists displaying work at the gallery, and not the least is Susan’s paintings. Like her son, Susan is modest and does not push her work on anyone, rather allowing the visitor to view at his/her own pace. I admired her vision and skill with color, and that ability to capture a scene that others might pass by, unaware of its beauty. For example, a snow scene of a rustic house with some old cars in the yard is something we might see on a winter’s country road. But Susan treats the scene with sensitivity rather than any sort of judgment, focusing on the forms and colors and showing us there is beauty in a rusted car or an aging wooden-framed home. The snow in the scene bundles around the cars and pushes against the base of the house, and is ready to topple off the edge of the roof. I loved Susan’s ability to capture the colors in an Impressionistic way.
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There is so much to see at the gallery and if you are looking for a painting for your home or cottage, stop by. Susan and Tristan have ambitious plans for their gallery, such as having artists on-site to do demonstrations and workshops. For example, David and Pam Lussier, well-known artists, will hopefully be at the gallery in the near future (information TBA).
Susan and Tristan also paint at their studio, Snow Dragon Studio in Meredith, capturing a variety of scenes and subjects. Tristan accepts commissions, and Susan paints as well as offers classes at Snow Dragon.
This fall, Tristan will head off to Dartmouth College; he had his fi rst college year online due to Covid restrictions. He talks of the ambitious art classes he took from Dartmouth
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Tristan MacDonald with a Byron Carr painting. professors this past year, but it is clear he reveled in the work and the chance to grow even further as an artist.
Susan will continue to operate the gallery, and to paint. “We will be open year-round and we will also develop a strong online presence,” she explained.
I could have stayed at MacDonald Fine Art forever, taking multiple tours to view the paintings and prints (some of Loran Percy’s paintings are offered as fi ne art prints and it is a great chance to own one of his works.)
After my daily life commitments were tossed aside for a period of time, I was reluctant to return to the busy world but I felt also very rejuvenated by my gallery visit. I plan to return often, and look forward to seeing what Susan and Tristan are painting because it is sure they will always be doing something new, something wonderful and very inspiring. Visit MacDonald Fine Art at 43 Gilford East Drive in Gilford, NH or visit MacDonald Fine Art on Facebook or at www.mfanh.com. Call the gallery at 603-527-8255. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm and by appointment.
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New Hampshire Boat Museum Kicks Off 2021 Lecture & Arts Series
In partnership with NH Humanities, the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHMB) in Wolfeboro will kick off its 2021 Lecture & Arts Series on Thursday, June 24 with Daniella Garran.
A coxswain on the men’s varsity crew team at Connecticut College for four years, Garran competed in several prestigious regattas, including Head of the Charles, New England Rowing Championships and the Dad Vail Regatta. In addition to discussing her experiences in competition during which time she won four gold medals at various national championships, she will highlight events from her book, “A History of Collegiate Rowing in America.”
All lectures in the Lecture & Arts Series are virtual, while the featured art is locally produced and will be available for viewing at the museum. According to Executive Director Martha Cummings, NHBM’s 2021 Lecture & Arts Series is unique from past iterations in its focus on inclusivity and diversity. “Most of our guest speakers will touch upon their personal experiences with diversity, as a woman or as a person of color in rowing, an historically privileged, white-male dominated sport,” she said. “It’s important that we peel back the many layers of lake culture, some of which are quite complex.”
All lectures in the Series intersect with NHBM’s rowing exhibit, “Who’s In The Boat?”, which explores the sport of rowing and crew from many perspectives. “We have a great season this year, exploring boating on our lakes from new perspectives in our museum’s exhibitions,” said Cummings. She cited programs, such as Community Sailing and Boat Building, as “terrific opportunities for people to get out on the water themselves. We also offer boat rides on the Millie B on Lake Winnipesaukee,” she added.
Founded in 1992 by vintage boating enthusiasts, NHBM is sponsored this year in part by Goodhue Boat Company, Eastern Propane & Oil, Meredith Village Savings Bank, FL Putnam, Stark Creative, Bank of New Hampshire, and NH Humanities.
To learn more about NHBM’s 2021 Lecture & Arts Series, or other programs, visit nhbm.org.
This project was made possible with support from New Hampshire Humanities, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities.
The Boat Museum is located at 399 Center St. in Wolfeboro. Call 603-569-4554. Learn more at www. nhhumanities.org.
The Hobo and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad is advising the public that the 50+ miles of rail between Lochmere, NH and Lincoln, NH should now be considered active for the 2021 season. Various train operations will be taking place from now through December, including maintenance, excursion trains, special tourist trains and equipment moves.
The Railroad would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that caution should be exercised at all times while around moving trains and to always expect a train. Other safety considerations to keep in mind include grade crossing signals, which should always be obeyed. To further promote the message of railroad safety, the Hobo and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad continues to work closely with Operation Lifesaver, a nationally recognized non-profit organization that works diligently to improve railroad safety through engineering, education and enforcement.
“People need to be keenly aware of the potential danger around moving rail equipment, even when rail cars and locomotives are moving at slow speeds,” stated Benjamin Clark, president of the Railroad. “Safety is always our first priority.”
Both the Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH and the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad in Meredith and Weirs Beach, NH offer a variety of scenic excursions and special events for the general public as well as school groups and bus tours - typically from mid-May though late October. Scenic train rides for the public began Memorial Day weekend, May 29-31, 2021. Advance reservations are required. Departure times and tickets for all trains are available by visiting www.HoboRR.com.
The Hobo Railroad is located in Lincoln, NH, just off I-93 at Exit 32, left on Route 112, directly across from McDonalds. The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad is located at 154 Main Street in Meredith, NH with a satellite ticket booth located on the Boardwalk at 211 Lakeside Avenue in Weirs Beach, NH.
For updated information regarding departure times and tickets, visit www. HoboRR.com, or follow the Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad on Facebook.
The Hobo & Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroads are privately owned with operations in Lincoln, Meredith, and Weirs Beach, NH. As one of the northeastern United States largest and most popular tourist railroads, weekend operations start in late May with daily operations getting underway in late June and running through the end of October, with additional events taking place in Lincoln, NH weekends from Thanksgiving until just before Christmas.
Popular annual events include the 4th of July Family Party Train, the Nature by Rail series, Fall Foliage Excursions, Turkey Dinner Trains and the Santa Express Trains.
For additional information, visit www. HoboRR.com or call 603-745-2135.
UP TO $99 EACH
(LIMIT 1 9-SHOT RACK UNDER $150 PER PACKAGE)
ATLAS FIREWORKS
Growing up in a family of makers, Claire Renaud demonstrated her own fl air for art from a young age. As the second youngest of 16 kids, all the girls in her family were able to sew, and as soon as Claire could reach the foot pedal of the sewing machine, she was sewing too. Surrounded by so many talented siblings was an incredible education and helped Claire become the designer she is today.
Claire grew her love of sewing and creating things into a business - a costume shop she owned and ran in Derry, NH for the past 27 years. Her art projects dip into and cross many mediums and materials, but she is especially passionate about giving new life to vintage materials. Many of her projects incorporate rare, exquisite fabrics she has collected in her years creating custom costumes.
That passion to create translated into a career in craft which is celebrated with the release of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s 2021 Annual ornament, Magic Remembered. This annual collector’s item was designed and hand-formed by Claire Renaud, inspired by her love of shapes found in nature.
The design has a shape that appears simple but requires an intricate 16step leatherworking process to arrive at a fi nished product. This imaginative and playful interpretation of a holiday tree evokes memories of childhood and the magic of the holiday season.
For decades, juried League members have submitted a piece to be considered for the Annual Ornament. Managers of the League of NH Craftsmen Fine Craft Galleries review the submitted pieces and select a winner.
The 2021 League ornament comes gift-boxed. The annual offering is a critical fundraiser for the League that helps support local artists and League Fine Craft Galleries and makes for a thoughtful keepsake for any special occasion, milestone, or holiday.
This year’s ornament is now available for sale at the League of NH Craftsmen – Meredith Fine Craft Gallery. To inquire about the artist’s work, call the shop at 603-279-7920 or stop into the Gallery at 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH. You can also visit http://meredith. nhcrafts.org/.
The League of NH Craftsmen is a non-profi t organization that encourages and promotes the creation, use and preservation of fi ne contemporary and traditional hand craft. The League represents the signature of excellence in fi ne craft, through the work of its juried members, and its rigorous standards for self-expression, vision, and quality craftsmanship.
Mansion Tours Outdoor Dining Programs Hiking Trails Waterfalls & Vistas Hiking Trails Waterfalls & Vistas
Open daily through Oct 24 Tickets 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upcoming Programs & Events:
•Solar Gazing Mondays, now-Sep 6 12-4pm Free
Hosted by the NH Astronomical Society •Landscape of Lucknow Tour Tuesdays, now-Sep 28 10am $10, reg. required •Garden Tour Fridays, now-Sep 17 9:30am $10, reg. required • Coffee at the Castle Saturday, June 26 8:30-10am $30, reg. required •Dinner Music Nights Mon, Tues & Thurs, June 28-Sep 2 5:30-8:30pm
$10 per person/ages 4 & under are free; reservations required at castleintheclouds.org
Concord, New Hampshire
2021 Presenting Sponsors: Pre-register for programs at
castleintheclouds.org
or 603-476-5900
NEW! Concerts in the Clouds
Presented by Great Waters
We have partnered with fellow non-profit, Great Waters to bring you a summer of live, outdoor entertainment in the scenic meadow here at Castle in the Clouds! Performances are under a large, white tent and food and drink will be available for purchase at Café in the Clouds.
July 17 July 24 July 31 August 6 August 14 August 21 August 28 Peter Cincotti Australian Bee Gees Classic Albums Live Presents Hotel California Juston McKinney 50 Years of Rock N Roll with Neil Berg Kate Baldwin FREE Folk Festival
