Author Archives: Pam Stratton

NEWS FROM THE STUDIO

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Spring 2026

It is finally warming up! Today is tomato release day and I will be working in the garden. So much has changed in the past two weeks. My dahlias have gone crazy, a couple of mallard ducks have taken up residence in my pond and I received notice that I won a scholarship to the international encaustic conference in Truro MA. Yikes! That happens just before open studio which is only 3 weeks away. In response to my getting the scholarship I did an encaustic work using one of my eco printed silk scarves. It is called Garden Dance. Appropriate for the season!

Donald and daisy in the pond.

 Dahlias hardening off in the sun

The QR code is up on the tree, I hope you will scan it on your way into the studio for the Spring tour!

Come see all the new work during open studio. Mixed media mosaics, jewelry, eco printed silk scarves and sculptures.

June 6 &7 Cape Ann Artisans Spring Tour!

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Save the Date June 6 & 7. The Cape Ann Artisans Spring tour. Tour brochure is  downloadable from the CAA website.  Come visit during the tour or by appointment. 
 

12 studios

“It is an amazing experience to visit artists in the spaces in which they work. And the spaces that the artists work in are often almost as spectacular as the art itself.” – tour visitor

Cape Ann Artisans are part of a vibrant arts community, located along the scenic North Shore of Massachusetts. The Tour is self-guided of artists’ studios in Gloucester and Rockport. Both areas are also home to three important Massachusetts designated Cultural Districts – downtown Gloucester, downtown Rockport, and Rocky Neck.

2026 marks the 43nd year for the Cape Ann Artisan Tour as the oldest “open studios” in the country. During the 30 year anniversary, the Artisans were celebrated with a special show at the Cape Ann Museum. Cape Ann Artisans are well integrated into the community and are members of the Cape Ann Chamber, Discover Gloucester, the North of Boston CVB, and seARTS Cape Ann.

Visit us in our studios, explore our exquisite natural surroundings, and see the fine art and craft that they inspire. Many Artisans are open year round; during non-tour times please call for an appointment to view our work.

Make a Fish! Fall 2026

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3 day workshop making a fish suitable for hanging outside year round.

We will cut a 2 foot long fish shape or a more round Sunfish shape from wedi board and use ceramic, epoxy sculpt and glass to complete it. Colored golds to add a little extra bling will be sold at market price.

Friday evening 5 -8 PM to cut and prepare the fish panel. Saturday and Sunday 9:30 to 4:30 to complete your fish! 1-2 hours to be determined to grout your masterpiece!

Price $450 6 students. To sign up contact me here

Fiona Not for sale