A beautiful partnership...

by Andrea Mulder-Slater

As artists, we are honoured to be a part of the re-creation of the historic Algonquin Resort and we really love the fact that General Manager Tim Ostrem and his team have - from day one - been focused on local talent.

Jantje's recycled hotel cutlery and driftwood sculptures sit as table centerpieces in Braxton's Restaurant.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Wilma Blokhuis

Some of the cutlery/driftwood sculptures are available for sale in The Algonquin gift shop.

Jantje's large driftwood sculpture adorns the table in the hotel's lobby.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Photo: Shannon May Photography

Larissa Blokhuis' blown glass trees are beautifully displayed behind the bar at Braxton's.

Photo: Shannon May Photography

 

Jantje's stone sculptures are displayed in a portable bar and on tables during special events.

 

 

Photo: NBCC

Geoff's line painting of the hotel (used during opening celebrations on March 19th) hangs proudly in the Algonquin's fitness centre.

We are thrilled to have this opportunity to work with The Algonquin Resort...

 

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The Algonquin is one of Canada’s most luxurious and legendary resorts. Rich in history, meticulously restored to its original splendour, and complete with every modern comfort you could desire, this year-round destination truly offers the best of the past with contemporary amenities.

 

For a trip of a lifetime, visit The Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea, NB

 http://algonquinresort.com

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Some of the photographs in this post were taken by Shannon May. 

Please visit Shannon's website at: http://www.shannonmayphotography.com/

Blown Glass by Larissa Blokhuis

The Art of December - 12/14/13: Blown Glass by Larissa Blokhuis

by Andrea Mulder-Slater

To celebrate the holidays, we've decided to post a photo of a work of art (available for sale in our studio/gallery) each day between December 1st and 24th. 

December 14, 2013

These blown glass trees appear as though if you touched them, they would melt away. 

They are absolutely gorgeous. 

Larissa Blokhuis

Blown Glass Trees

To see Larissa at work, look at this:



About the artist:
Larissa was born in the mid 80s on the edge of the prairies in Canada.  She was six when she knew she was an artist.  At age fourteen, she took the first glassblowing course available to people under 18.  In 2008 she completed her BFA in glass at the Alberta College of Art and Design.  In 2009, Larissa moved to the coast to take a job as a glassblower on Granville Island.  She now divides her time between Vancouver BC, and Calgary AB.