Our talented artists at Lotsa Art Gallery……more to come
Attainable Art Pottery By Yvonne Bauer
Yvonne infuses her pottery with vibrant, iridescent Raku glazes that reflect both warmth and individuality, a process that emphasizes freedom of expression and artistry. Embracing the ongoing journey of a potter's life, Yvonne finds profound gratitude in each piece she sends into the world, making her art deeply personal and meaningful.
Autumn Leaf Pottery By Kathy Johnstone
As a West Coast potter, I find influence in the nature that surrounds me. I am drawn towards the water, the trees and the intricacy of the patterns in leaves.
I enjoy working with stoneware clay, making both wheel-thrown and slab-build tableware designed with utility, ergonomics and aesthetics as primary considerations. The glazing techniques I use include dipping and layering various glazes to create unique patterns and textures on the surface of my pots. I particularly enjoy impressing leaves onto decorative, yet practical, pieces, such as platters or vases, and then applying oxides and a clear glaze to highlight the delicate pattern of the leaf. My pieces reveal many of the things I love about the West Coast.
I love how clay seems to have a soul. When I am working with the clay, and trying to move it in a particular direction, it sometimes resists, telling me ‘that’s not the way.’ And yet other times my energy leads the clay into a direction that reveals my mood. Either way, it’s always a good lesson in learning to ‘let go’ and go with the flow. When you hold a piece of pottery you can often feel the passion the potter had while making it.
Cactus Tree Ceramics By Duncan Ryans
I got my hands dirty early; participating in community clay camps and workshops as a child as well as spending free evenings along-side my sister and mother at my local pottery painting studio. My most favorite birthday parties too found me and my friends hovered over cute and kitschy bisqueware, painting them up to our liking.
My mission with my art revolves around creating pieces that are joyful and natural to engage with. We should see ourselves reflected back in these vessels that we encounter every single day. And I endeavor to create sustainable, rich and eclectic wares that will last a lifetime.
Clayburn Copperwork By Jim Unger
Jim is a highly skilled, self-taught copper metal artist with a strong work ethic and hands-on creativity. Having transitioned into copper working from his background in cabinet making, he has evolved his art form from simple garden objects to complex large sculptures and contemporary pieces. As a master of his craft, Jim Unger can create unique and captivating metal wall art that leaves a lasting impression on those who experience it.
Ellen Miller
Handcrafted glass artwork is a stunning form of artistic expression that showcases the skill and creativity of glassmakers. Each piece is carefully crafted by hand, using techniques such kiln-firing to shape and mold the glass into intricate and beautiful forms. From delicate ornaments to elaborate sculptures and installations, handcrafted glass artwork can range from functional to purely decorative, often featuring vibrant colors, textured patterns, and intricate details that reflect the artist's unique vision and style, making each piece a truly one-of-a-kind treasure.
Fabric Art Rocks By Lise McAlpine
Lise McAlpine, a Certified Paverpol instructor since 2009, has dedicated herself to the art of multimedia sculpting and teaching through her venture, Fabric Art Rocks, established in 2010. With extensive training, including three Master Classes, she has honed her skills within the international Paverpol and textile artist community. Paverpol, the environmentally friendly, water-based textile hardener she uses, creates durable sculptures suitable for outdoor display year-round, further confirming her commitment to sustainable art practices.
Romeo Industries By Saul Romeo
I create one-of-a-kind sculptures that bring together the beauty of nature and industrial art through the imaginative use of welded cut and spliced sprockets, tools, and auto parts. My sculptures feature intricate designs, ranging from whimsical birds and bees to detailed honeycombs, fish, and charming figurines of people. Each piece embodies a story, merging mechanical elements with organic forms, transforming everyday items into captivating works of art that celebrate both nature and ingenuity. The result is a collection of unique creations that evoke a sense of life and movement, making them perfect focal points for any space.
Ripped Grain Custom Woodworking By Scott Van den Brink
I create handcrafted woodworking pieces like epoxy tables, charcuterie boards, and crib boards that beautifully blend natural wood grains with vibrant epoxy resin. Each table is a unique masterpiece, showcasing the intricate patterns of the wood, enhanced by the colorful, flowing resin that mimics the stunning elements of nature, such as rivers and landscapes. My charcuterie boards are designed with both functionality and aesthetics in mind, perfect for entertaining while also serving as a striking piece of decor. The crib boards feature innovative designs, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern touches, catering to both functionality and style. Every piece is meticulously crafted, ensuring a durable and beautiful addition to any home.
Rivet of Robots By Lynne Fahnestalk
Why do I make Bots? Other than the fact that I love making them, and I’m self-taught so I learn something new with each build, the reason is my love of science fiction. When I was little, I was fascinated by any cartoons with rockets or robots, I saw Sputnik go across the sky, and then the first moon landing took place. All fueling my young mind with a love for anything related to outer space.
I started reading science fiction books in 1969 (like a good hippie) and have never lost my passion for them. Classic science fiction that was wonderful storytelling and embraced the idea that knowledge and exploration of the unknown could make us better. Science Fiction inspires me – the ever-present question of “what if?”
My robot sculptures, specifically, come from my love of the retro science fiction movies of the 1930s through the 1960s. The really good ones as well as the ones that were comically bad. I’d rather watch an old “B” science fiction movie than almost anything—especially the movies where robots were (despite their menacing ways) rather comical and endearing. I hope that my Bots do justice to those “walking tin cans” of the past and bring a smile to the present.
Seadrift Decor By Maureen Holtsbaum
Driftwood tells such an amazing story on its own - where its come from and what its been through. As much as possible, the pieces are used in their natural state and the designs are organic - often coming from the pieces themselves. Maureen is constantly surprised how some pieces just naturally fit together even though they've come from beaches miles and miles apart.
Maureen loves giving new life and meaning to these pieces and hope that you enjoy their beauty as well.
Seaspirit Ceramics By Susan Johnston
As a potter and sculptor Susan enjoys to be part of an historical continuum in a medium that has changed very little over time. She is inspired by medieval and rustic forms from many cultures. A love for folk art and an appreciation for Canadiana pottery has also inspired her work. Biblical beasts and texts have given Susan an inner notion of the creative dynamic that is found in the Old Testament. This dynamic finds its way into Susan‘s work especially in her large heraldic jars. She enjoys creating lines of specific pottery often incorporating sculptural detail.
Sharon Lightstone
Many (many) moons ago Sharon made a carrot with clay. She was five and was hooked. Before Sharon retired she was able to share her passion for art with many students in my primary classes and after school clubs in both Alberta and B.C. She continues to have fun with clay and hopes that some of her creations might make others smile as well!