Holiday Festiveness through Art

My son's mother-in-law, Steve, and I spent the weekend in the company of some incredibly talented artists at the 18th Annual Joy Art Walk & Holiday Sale.

How could we turn down this invitation? "Join ten Sonoma county artists at two locations: the enchanted horse barn and the historic red schoolhouse to view gifts for home, garden and personal pampering. Bring the family for free face painting, tea and fairy cakes served on vintage cake plates. Music and festive silliness."

Our first stop was the Schoolhouse Gallery, home of Susan St. Thomas (mixed media paintings, prints, and cards) and her husband, J. Joel B. ValBrown (ceramic figurative sculpture).

Housed in the gorgeous 1905 schoolhouse, nestled in the redwoods, the setting was whimsical and cozy.

The enchanted barn houses Theresa Joyce's Twig Art & Garden.

Upon entering, the magic of the upcoming holidays were gleefully on displayed.

How cute is Linda Sauter's owl ornament? Crafted from a black walnut shell, a pinecone, and turkey tail mushrooms. Creativity can be found almost anywhere. Fun.

Before Theresa purchased this magical property, it was the Joy Ridge Ranch, owned by Limon Bernell Snider, which provided Stallion services, along with other equine delights (selling and training). The owner was award-winning and the ranch sale came with some special heirlooms, for all of us to ogle.

Seeing exceptional artists, listening to carolers, bundling up and strolling through the woods... all were components that have launched us fully into the Holiday Season. I'm ready (at least mentally).

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