Houston, we have liftoff!

By suppertime last Friday all the ArtWalk artists had picked up their materials. The signboards are out on display, the brochures are being distributed and the show has begun.

Many thanks to ArtWalk coordinator Gayle Kohut, her sidekick (and former coordinator) Carroll Smith and all the artists who worked so hard to get ready for this event. It takes a huge effort to ensure the success of this summer-long celebration of the arts.

Once the dust settled many of us enjoyed a relaxing evening at the Olds (Mountainview) Museum hosted by the Uptowne Olds Group. Munchies, cool drinks, good company and art — a perfect gathering.

A special thank you to our hostesses for the evening — Donna Erdman (Chairperson of the Olds Historical Society), Debbie Ohlhausen (owner of Different Strokes and a member of the Uptowne Olds Group) and Michelle Jorgensen (Administrative Assistant at the Mountain View Museum).

Materials ready for pickup

ArtWalk Coordinator Gayle Kohut (left) and Michelle Jorgensen

Viewing Elsie Archie's show

Lots of visiting

Thanks to Uptowne Olds Group & the Olds Museum

P.S. Here’s some great news — several ArtWalk artists have already sold pieces!

Yahoo! Friday June 28 marks the official start of the 7th annual ArtWalk. This event showcases some of the best artists in Central Alberta, bringing their art to businesses in 5 towns — Innisfail, Olds, Sundre, Didsbury and Carstairs.

The Uptowne Olds Group is sponsoring the launch at the Olds Museum, from 7 to 8 pm. It’s a great opportunity for business owners, artists and the public to salute the role of art in our lives.

Drop by and say hello. And be sure to pick up one of the great ArtWalk brochures. It lists all the artists and the locations where their work is featured. Get together with friends and make summer plans to check out the art — you’ll be surprised at what you find! 😉