New Year and New Faces at Fleurieu Arthouse
January is always a busy time at the Arthouse - many visitors from Adelaide and interstate ensure we’re kept busy. There are also our usual workshops and lessons taking place and the atmosphere is generally buzzing with creativity.
It’s also a great time to introduce artists new to the fold and we have a number to welcome in 2023!
Ian Burman
Clinton Landscape - Ian Burman
Ian Burman’s work arrived early this month and his paintings are a beautiful addition to our design space. Ian is a well-established, award-winning painter working mainly in acrylics. He finds inspiration in the landscapes around him, particularly in derelict rural properties.
Peppercorn Shadows Blinman - Ian Burman
Lesley Redgate
Landscapes are a popular theme for many of SA’s artists - partly due to the stunning natural features we’re lucky enough to live among.
Well-known local artist Lesley Redgate has also recently made a return to Fleurieu Arthouse and we couldn’t be happier - Lesley’s work is instantly recognisable thanks to her distinctive style which perfectly captures the beauty and energy of the Fleurieu Region.
Fan Bay, Second Valley - Lesley Redgate
Lesley, who works mainly in acrylics, watercolour and pen and ink also teaches a popular class from her studio in Willunga. Her cards and prints are now available at the Arthouse.
Evening Calm, Port Willunga - Lesley Redgate
Louise Vadasz
Another of our new faces is Louise Vadasz. Louise, who is a McLaren Vale native, produces vibrant still-life paintings in oil and heavy impasto. The bright, impressionistic pieces are very popular with our visitors and we also stock a selection of Louises’ greeting cards.
Louise Vadasz in her studio
Vase Flowers Louise Vadasz
some of the most beautiful Handmade pottery in adelaide can be found right here in mclaren vale
You may or may not be aware that we’re lucky enough to stock some of the most beautiful ceramics in Adelaide right here at Fleurieu Arthouse. Ceramics are one of those evergreen objects of beauty which fulfil a certain need in us all.
Whether it’s a comfortingly rustic mug for a hot drink or a hand carved platter suitable for a special occasion, one-off ceramic pieces appeal to most people.
We have some stunning pieces currently in stock and by a variety of local ceramicists. There are regular deliveries of new ceramics to the Arthouse and we’re always pleased to unbox them!
Alexandra Linden’s “Linden Haus” line of decorative and functional pieces encompasses a broad range of styles. Among the hand painted cups, platters and dishes are a selection of earthenware vases with gloriously thick glazes and almost architectural features like this one pictured below. Alex’s work tends to sell fast and since she joined us at the Arthouse, it has made it’s way into homes and collections across the globe.
Vases by Linden Haus
Platters and utensils by Linden Haus
Another of our lovely ceramic artists is Morgyn Stacy of Parrot and Pea Ceramics. Morgyn produces a range of beautiful ceramics, both functional and decorative. All of Parrot and Pea’s pieces are food safe - check out the tiny mushroom dishes! Perfect for sauces or seeds!
Mushroom dishes - Parrot and Pea Ceramics
Pink vase and botanical dish - Parrot and Pea Ceramics
Parrot and Pea’s range includes pocket-sized vases which are perfect for tiny posies of dried or fresh flowers; whimsical, pretty and just right for a special gift.
Clay Kits at Fleurieu Arthouse
We now stock boxed Clay Kits at the Arthouse. These are a great way to dip your toes into the wonderful world of ceramics or as a creative gift to a friend or loved-one. Each kit contains 1kg of quality ceramic clay, some simple wooden tools as well as tips and ideas.
The clay included has been chosen for its qualities - it’s easy to work with, strong and great for creating fine details. Fire it in a kiln or let it air-dry and paint it. Make a cup, a botanical print trinket dish, animals, hanging decorations or whatever you can dream up.
Clay Kits at Fleurieu Arthouse
Hand crafted glass at Fleurieu Arthouse
Talking of gifts, if you’re more of a glass person, we have a wide range of beautiful glassware here at the Arthouse.
Ever-popular Caslake and Pedler’s range of bowls, jugs, tumblers and more decorative pieces are a big hit with our visitors. The husband and wife team’s distinctive style is reminiscent of days spent beside the ocean, conjuring up images of sea-foam and sea-glass. Their quirky pieces include waves, jelly babies, rabbits and shark fins.
Glass Couds by Caslake and Pedler
Sorbet dishes by Caslake and Pedler
Iain Govan’s gorgeous leadlight hanging decorations and larger sculptural pieces are always popular too. Iain’s leadlight candle holders sometimes feature delicate antique glass which Iain sources and repurposes. His leaves, peace signs and pretty glass hanging hearts.
Leadlight leaves/hearts by Iain Govan
Joy Levins is another of our glass artists - her range includes framed hearts, earrings, cards and more.
The Arthouse is always brimming with treasures - pop in and lose some time browsing the diverse work of the Fleurieu region.
There’s also a coffee bar here at the Arthouse - we serve fresh toasted sandwiches daily, gluten free cakes and a range of cookies alongside our barista made coffees.
Find us at 202 Main Road, McLaren Vale.