2024 Open Studio Tour
Our 6th Annual!!
October 26-27, 2024
11 am to 5 pm
Have you ever wondered about the "how" or "why" behind an artist's creation? This studio open house is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with the artists. The self-guided driving tour takes you through southern Anne Arundel County to 12 studio locations, hosting 23 artist members of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild. A variety of media will be represented, including painting, mixed media, fiber arts, glass, jewelry, drawing, pastels, woodworking, and photography.
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Note: The event will be held rain or shine.
~Directory of Artists~
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18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans
18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans
18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans
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Call of the Wild Photography
Peter West
(photography)
"Transitioning from editorial photography to art, I stumbled upon abstraction and then abstracts based in parks, from National to local. Using perspective, movement, and light, I try to transform the world we see into unexpected, often unrecognizable images."
Peter West
Peter West
Peter West
Peter West
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Added Touch
Michelle Schneider
(mixed media)
"Art has always been something I shied away from. I thought of myself as a crafty person until polymer clay. It's a material I can create into so many beautiful pieces that become wonderful 3-D art. Being a part of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild community has opened my eyes to seeing my imagination and creativity as something special."
Michelle Schneider
Michelle Schneider
Michelle Schneider
Michelle Schneider
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Kaja Creations
Kathie Staska
(sculpture)
"I'm a Maryland-raised, horse-loving sculptor. I work in whatever media is handy--wax, wire, glass, clay, papier mache, even veggies! I've been a guild member for 2.5 years."
Kathie Staska
Kathie Staska
Kathie Staska
Kathie Staska
Anita Ewing Watercolors
Anita Ewing
(oil, acrylic, watercolors, mixed media)
"In watercolor there is always an element of surprise, of chance. The colors blend on the paper; the paints flow. I'm always exploring other media, but so far, watercolor is still the medium that takes my breath away."
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Anita Ewing
Anita Ewing
Anita Ewing
Anita Ewing
Images coming soon
Located at the River Gallery.
[Note: This is not an artist studio but member artist work is on display]
Roxanne Weidele
(oil and pastels)
"The environment is constantly changing, producing different emotional responses. It is that intent, rather than capturing the scene in detail, that I aim to present with my pastels and oils. My hope is that through my work, the viewer will experience that which inspired me to begin each painting."
Roxanne Weidele
Roxanne Weidele
Roxanne Weidele
Sally Patton Photography
Sally Patton
(photography)
"Beholding the beauty and capturing the stories of creation, which are fleeting, all around, up and down, and being able to see things from a different perspective is what inspires me as an artistic photographer. Come hear the stories of creation and learn how to tell/write stories through spectacular photography."
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Michelle Schneider
Healing Creations
Robin Shilkret
(drawing and pastel, mixed media, oil and acrylic, glass art)
Robin is a mosaic artist with a love for animals and nature. Her works are exemplified by bright colors, metaphysical themes and creativity. Robin enjoys walking on beaches, finding sea glass to integrate into her mosaics.
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Robin Shilkret
Robin Shilkret
Robin Shilkret
Chrissie Hines
(mixed media, bookmaking)
"I fully embrace the attitude of 'art is too much fun to be restricted to those who are good at it'! I love sewing my books, learning, and teaching. I'll bring my supplies and you can play along and make a book with me. Encaustic wax is my latest interest and we'll use it to create book covers. Sally Patton's photos will inspire stories for your book."
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Chrissie Hines
Chrissie Hines
Chrissie Hines
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ardnekArts
Kendra Smith
(fiber arts, mixed media)
"I'm drawn to the tactile experience of working with wool, clay, and similar materials. I primarily spin, knit, and felt, while dabbling in mixed media incorporating these skills. With wet felting there's always an element of surprise in the finished fabric. I might start with an idea in my head and end up with something else. It's great fun!"
Kendra Smith
Kendra Smith
Kendra Smith
Kendra Smith
Linda Curtis
Linda Curtis
Linda Curtis
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Molly Dog Pottery & Woodworks
Vic Curtis
(woodworking)
"Working with wood I strive to find the balance between what I want to create and what nature wants and allows me to do with a once-living part of nature. I let the wood guide me to the beauty within."
Vic Curtis
Vic Curtis
Vic Curtis
MD Design
Mike Dennis
(jewelry, furniture, mixed media)
"Working mainly with copper, brass, bronze, paper, and found/recycled materials, I create jewelry, furniture, and mixed media objects. My focus is to layer colors and textures to give my work depth and contrast with an organic and rustic feel."
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Mike Dennis
Mike Dennis
Mike Dennis
Sam Lennon Fine Art Collages
Sam Lennon
(mixed media)
"My collages blend vintage elements with serene landscapes, creating immersive worlds that evoke emotions and invite contemplation. These intricate mosaics invite viewers to explore hidden narratives inspired by nature, offering a haven from the noise of modern
Sam Lennon
Sam Lennon
Sam Lennon
Images coming soon!
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Located in the Arts Lab of South County
Lora Collins
(oil painting, figurative sculpture, drawing and mixed media/collage)
"I'm a generalist artistically speaking, meaning I do a range of art from figurative and portrait sculpture to realistic, impressionistic, and abstract painting, as well as collage. Recently I made several exhibit elements for the U.S. Botanic Gardens."
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Lora Collins
Oil on Canvas Lora Collins
Lora Moran-Collins
Lora Collins
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Located in the Arts Lab of South County
The Graham Collection
Joanne Graham
(fiber arts)
"I love the use of wool along with other types of natural fibers and textiles. The varieties of textures are truly rich while the designs can be so organic. Felting has allowed me to incorporate lessons previously learned in other mediums."
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Images coming soon!
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Located in the Arts Lab of South County
Micki Kirk
(oils, pastels, Prismacolor pencils, and graphite)
"There is nothing like drawing and painting to improve your outlook on life. It somehow manages to get you out of yourself and leads you to a space that is both comforting and exciting. I am grateful everyday to have the ability and opportunity to use it."
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Micki Kirk
Micki Kirk
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Chris Bunn Woodworking
Chris Bunn
(woodworking)
"I am a woodworker but primarily a wood turner. I work mostly with domestic woods that have been naturally felled. I turn these pieces into functional items such as salad bowls and art forms like platters."
Chris Bunn
Chris Bunn
Chris Bunn
Chris Bunn
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Little Shiloh Studio
(fiber arts, jewelry)
Jennifer Fletcher
"Little Shiloh Farm is an alpaca farm where the love of animals, children and family grow. Using my creative skills as a longtime graphic designer, I create a variety of products ranging from sterling silver jewelry inspired by the Chesapeake to fine accessories made from luxurious alpaca wool provided by our own alpacas."
Jennifer Fletcher
Jennifer Fletcher
Jennifer Fletcher
Jennifer Fletcher
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Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour
FireLightArtGlass
Lisa Fairbank
(jewelry, glass arts)
"I use sheet glass, ground glass, dichroic and metal inclusions along with hand pulled vitrigraph stringers and flowers to create my unique forms of Stained & Fused Glass Art. Find me Saturday mornings at the Farmers Market on River Road from April-Xmas."
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Lisa Fairbank
Lisa Fairbank
Lisa Fairbank
Lisa Fairbank
~Planning Your Trip~
The studios will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., both Saturday, October 26, and Sunday, October 27, unless otherwise noted. You can visit one, some, or all of the participating artist studios.
Start your journey here!
1) Look through the participating artist directory above. Each entry provides you a bit about each artist and a sample of their work. The directory icons give you more information about what to expect at each studio.
2) Select the studios you "must see" and plot your basic route. If you're planning to visit multiple studios, we suggest your route follow studios by number--either forward from #1 or backward from #8. Of course, the adventurous among you wanting to meander a bit through lovely South County may choose to zigzag randomly between studios. Don't forget to plan for lunch or dinner along the way. Check out our raffle sponsors (on the map and described below) for dining suggestions.
3) Click on the map to see studio and sponsor addresses and to get driving directions. (Note: The map will become active on October 19th.) Just a reminder that while Google Maps and GPS can be very helpful in navigation, they are not always completely reliable in rural areas like this.
4) Follow the signs! Our distinctive road signs will help guide you on your journey to your destinations.
If you get turned around, don't worry. On tour days, each studio marker on the map will provide a phone number for the artist. If you find yourself in a pinch, don't hesitate to contact one of the artists for help getting back on track. Additionally, each studio will have a one-page handout with studio locations to support visitors who prefer paper over digital.
~Sponsors & Raffle~
EVENT SPONSORS
The following sponsors have donated in support of this Muddy Creek Artist Guild event. We encourage you to patronize their businesses.
The Twisted Bead and Rock Shop
159 Mitchell's Chance Road, Edgewater, MD
RAFFLE
All of this beautiful art, chatting directly with the artists, and having a good time traversing the rolling hills of South County! What more could you want on a Fall weekend? Well, how about entering a raffle for your chance to win prizes donated by local businesses? Each studio will have a sign-in sheet. When you visit, make sure you sign in to be eligible to win one of the donated items at the end of the tour. The more studios you visit, the more chances to win! See below for a list of raffle items from our generous donors. Winners will be contacted at the end of the tour.