THE AUCTION WILL BE LIVE DECEMBER 4th AT 8 AM AND END DECEMBER 13th AT 7 PM
These beautiful ornaments have all been hand crafted by seventeen local artists who have generously donated them to Roots to Harvest for our online auction fundraiser. When you see an ornament you like, simply click on the "Bid Now" button to the left of the ornament and you will be taken to the online auction site (or go straight there now). In order to bid, you need to start an account, but you don't need to provide any payment information. Check back frequently to see how you're doing on your bid! The Christmas Ornament Auction starts on Monday, December 4th at 8 am and closes on Wednesday, December 13th at 7 pm. If you are the successful bidder, we will contact you and arrange for delivery or pickup or shipping and payment.
Thank you so much to the local artists for donating these beautiful items. When we had this idea we never dreamed how beautiful, different and incredible they would all look! If you love local art, please make sure to contact these folks to create something beautiful for you (We can help you get in touch with them).
If you have any questions please email us at info@rootstoharvest.org or call 807.285.0189.
Good luck bidding!
Thank you so much to the local artists for donating these beautiful items. When we had this idea we never dreamed how beautiful, different and incredible they would all look! If you love local art, please make sure to contact these folks to create something beautiful for you (We can help you get in touch with them).
If you have any questions please email us at info@rootstoharvest.org or call 807.285.0189.
Good luck bidding!
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Jean Marshall is of Ahnishnaabe/English descent, born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Band member of Kitchenuhmaykoosib, also known as Big Trout Lake. Currently lives along the shore of Lake Superior, on the traditional lands of Fort William First Nation, Ontario. Her formal education extends back to 2000 where she earned an Honours BA in Native Studies from Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario. She has graciously received support from the Ontario Arts Council(OAC) from these granting programs: Aboriginal Arts in Education, Individual Craft, Northern Arts and Exhibition Assistance. She was the recipient of the K.M Hunter Award in 2012.
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Jean Marshall is of Ahnishnaabe/English descent, born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Band member of Kitchenuhmaykoosib, also known as Big Trout Lake. Currently lives along the shore of Lake Superior, on the traditional lands of Fort William First Nation, Ontario. Her formal education extends back to 2000 where she earned an Honours BA in Native Studies from Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario. She has graciously received support from the Ontario Arts Council(OAC) from these granting programs: Aboriginal Arts in Education, Individual Craft, Northern Arts and Exhibition Assistance. She was the recipient of the K.M Hunter Award in 2012.
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boy Roland lives and works as a freelance artist in Thunder Bay, Ontario. He received his HBFA in fine arts from Lakehead University, with a focus on painting and sculpture, studied Digital Art and Graphic Novels at OCAD University, and completed a two week Residency at the San Bao Ceramic Art Institute in Jingdezhen, China. He is the assistant co-ordinator of the Die Active Art Collective, leading professional, collaborative graffiti arts projects for the past eight years. He is also an active board member of Definitely Superior Artist Run Centre, and the Thunder Bay arts community as a whole, always working towards a more vibrant, cultured and supportive city. He has been voted Best Visual Artist in The Walleye Magazine’s Best of Thunder Bay for both 2015 & 2016. His first solo exhibition, Odeum, debuted February 5th, 2016 at Definitely Superior Art Gallery. He really likes dill pickles.
*There are two ornaments in this item. |
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Raeghan Howard Judge was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. While she has no formal training in art, she has always had a creative side, a passion for the natural beauty of Lake Superior, and a love for family. The Family Stone (art created from treasures found on the shores of Lake Superior) was inspired by treasure-hunting trips with her two sons on the shores of Superior.
Samples of her work: @thefamilystoneart on Facebook the_family_stone on Instagram. Her work can be found at The Creative Art Gallery on Algoma. Custom family portraits and other unique pieces available. Contact rhjdesigns@gmail.com |
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Raeghan Howard Judge was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario. While she has no formal training in art, she has always had a creative side, a passion for the natural beauty of Lake Superior, and a love for family. The Family Stone (art created from treasures found on the shores of Lake Superior) was inspired by treasure-hunting trips with her two sons on the shores of Superior.
Samples of her work: @thefamilystoneart on Facebook the_family_stone on Instagram. Her work can be found at The Creative Art Gallery on Algoma. Custom family portraits and other unique pieces available. Contact rhjdesigns@gmail.com |
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Janna Zachary's art is inspired by nature and whimsy. Using a variety of mediums to create her work, depictions of our natural environment are colourfully expanded with fine details.
Janna is a strong believer in art for social purpose. She is happy to support organizations that contribute to the betterment of our community. To see more of her work visit https://m.facebook.com/jannazacharyart/ |
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Merk is an artist from & residing in Thunder Bay. He creates graphic novels (3 self published books, 'Nowadays' with Kurt Martell and 'Victor's Legacy' with Sookram/Jowett and 'Season of the Dead Hours' done all by himself), illustration, photography, greeting cards, mixed media fine art, crazy t-shits and artistic mischief wherever he goes. His work & online store can be found at www.merkasylum.ca . He is also a regular at the Thunder Bay Country Market, upstairs as part of the Octilius Group! He can also be found wandering dazed and aimlessly around town. Be nice to him. Speak softly. No sudden movements.
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Merk is an artist from & residing in Thunder Bay. He creates graphic novels (3 self published books, 'Nowadays' with Kurt Martell and 'Victor's Legacy' with Sookram/Jowett and 'Season of the Dead Hours' done all by himself), illustration, photography, greeting cards, mixed media fine art, crazy t-shits and artistic mischief wherever he goes. His work & online store can be found at www.merkasylum.ca . He is also a regular at the Thunder Bay Country Market, upstairs as part of the Octilius Group! He can also be found wandering dazed and aimlessly around town. Be nice to him. Speak softly. No sudden movements.
*This is one ornament, two sided. |
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Merk is an artist from & residing in Thunder Bay. He creates graphic novels (3 self published books, 'Nowadays' with Kurt Martell and 'Victor's Legacy' with Sookram/Jowett and 'Season of the Dead Hours' done all by himself), illustration, photography, greeting cards, mixed media fine art, crazy t-shits and artistic mischief wherever he goes. His work & online store can be found at www.merkasylum.ca . He is also a regular at the Thunder Bay Country Market, upstairs as part of the Octilius Group! He can also be found wandering dazed and aimlessly around town. Be nice to him. Speak softly. No sudden movements.
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Gail Bannon is a visual artist from Fort William First Nation. She has a deep and meaningful connection to the birch tree. She harvests bark annually to make functional baskets. She is recognized in the community as a mountain keeper. She working up on Anemki Wajiw where she helps lead community youth in building a birch bark canoe every summer. She also loves Elvis.
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Gail Bannon is a visual artist from Fort William First Nation. She has a deep and meaningful connection to the birch tree. She harvests bark annually to make functional baskets. She is recognized in the community as a mountain keeper. She working up on Anemki Wajiw where she helps lead community youth in building a birch bark canoe every summer. She also loves Elvis.
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Julie Cosgrove's work considers concept of place, wilderness, geographies and cartographies, technologies, and process. While remaining connected to Northern Ontario, she has exhibited her work across Canada and elsewhere. She continues to explore and integrate these ideas and is currently painting, and is a visual art instructor at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario. See more of Julie's work at www.juliecosgrove.com
*This item is one ornament, two sided (with a special message along the edge) |
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Janice Bonish picked up a paint brush in 2006 and found a new form of expression in the watercolour medium. Her original goal was to find a hobby that would allow her to pass the time of day when she retired in 2011, but found it became more than just a hobby.
Her painting inspirations come from her many trips to the west coast, southern Ontario and around the City of Thunder Bay and surrounding Districts. |
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Kathleen Beda is a multidisciplinary artist and arts educator from Thunder Bay, Ontario. She received her HBFA from Lakehead University in 2011 and went on to complete a certificate in Critical Youth Work from York University. Beda has contributed countless hours in community arts education through her time with the Die Active Art Collective. Beginning in 2010 as a member artist, she developed her techniques in mural painting and established herself as a lead mentor to youth in the collective. Her time as a printmaking and ceramics technician at Lakehead University and as an instructor for several independently led arts education projects in the city, displays her commitment and success in mentoring emerging artists. In addition to her work as an arts educator, Kathleen maintains an active studio practice and exhibits her work annually in both Juried and group shows in Thunder Bay.
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Kathleen Beda is a multidisciplinary artist and arts educator from Thunder Bay, Ontario. She received her HBFA from Lakehead University in 2011 and went on to complete a certificate in Critical Youth Work from York University. Beda has contributed countless hours in community arts education through her time with the Die Active Art Collective. Beginning in 2010 as a member artist, she developed her techniques in mural painting and established herself as a lead mentor to youth in the collective. Her time as a printmaking and ceramics technician at Lakehead University and as an instructor for several independently led arts education projects in the city, displays her commitment and success in mentoring emerging artists. In addition to her work as an arts educator, Kathleen maintains an active studio practice and exhibits her work annually in both Juried and group shows in Thunder Bay.
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Jayal Chung - Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Jayal Chung is a self-taught artist who loves to play with chalk pastels, watercolours, inks, and words. She is inspired by nature, people, and fiercely curious. Visit her website at www.jayalchung.tumblr.com.
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Jayal Chung - Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Jayal Chung is a self-taught artist who loves to play with chalk pastels, watercolours, inks, and words. She is inspired by nature, people, and fiercely curious. Visit her website at www.jayalchung.tumblr.com.
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Jayal Chung - Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Jayal Chung is a self-taught artist who loves to play with chalk pastels, watercolours, inks, and words. She is inspired by nature, people, and fiercely curious. Visit her website at www.jayalchung.tumblr.com.
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Ken Crawford was born in Thunder Bay, Ontario. He attended local schools and worked as a teacher until his retirement in 2002. His preferred medium is watercolour and his main inspiration is the rugged landscapes found around the north shore of Lake Superior. Ken Crawford's original paintings and reproductions are available at Gallery 33, where he also teaches a watercolour course for beginners.
*This auction item has three ornaments |
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Keith Ailey is a visual arts teacher at Superior Collegiate in Thunder Bay. He has an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts from Lakehead University and an Honours Specialist in Visual Arts from Western University. His art has been recognized with a People's Choice Award from the Thunder Bay Art Gallery, two Trustee Awards from Lakehead Public Schools and an Arts and Heritage Award from the City of Thunder Bay.
*This is one ornament, two sided. |
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Keith Ailey is a visual arts teacher at Superior Collegiate in Thunder Bay. He has an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts from Lakehead University and an Honours Specialist in Visual Arts from Western University. His art has been recognized with a People's Choice Award from the Thunder Bay Art Gallery, two Trustee Awards from Lakehead Public Schools and an Arts and Heritage Award from the City of Thunder Bay.
*This is one ornament, two sided. |
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Patrick Armstrong has worked as a photographer and artist in Thunder Bay. His recent work focuses mostly on printmaking using reclaimed or environmentaly friendly products whenever possible, turning what was traditonally a toxic trade into a more safe and earth friendly one. Occasionally he can be found working at the print making studio at the Baggage Arts Building.
*This is one ornament, and Patrick has used the wood cut to make two card prints! |
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Patrick Armstrong has worked as a photographer and artist in Thunder Bay. His recent work focuses mostly on printmaking using reclaimed or environmentaly friendly products whenever possible, turning what was traditonally a toxic trade into a more safe and earth friendly one. Occasionally he can be found working at the print making studio at the Baggage Arts Building.
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Amy Vervoort / Olives and Bananas uses wool, fibre, wood, and beads to create needle felted and crochet sculptures, hats, mobiles, and keepsakes.
A lifelong resident of Thunder Bay, Amy is inspired daily by the beauty of northwestern Ontario. Elements of nature, her love of gardening, birds, and the boreal forest appear in her whimsical work. Follow Amy at www.olivesandbananas.com Instagram: @olivesandbananas Facebook: Olives and Bananas Twitter: @amygardenerd |
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Amy Vervoort / Olives and Bananas uses wool, fibre, wood, and beads to create needle felted and crochet sculptures, hats, mobiles, and keepsakes.
A lifelong resident of Thunder Bay, Amy is inspired daily by the beauty of northwestern Ontario. Elements of nature, her love of gardening, birds, and the boreal forest appear in her whimsical work. Follow Amy at www.olivesandbananas.com Instagram: @olivesandbananas Facebook: Olives and Bananas Twitter: @amygardenerd |
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Having trained in fibre and textile design as well as fine arts, local artist Tuija Hansen creates items drawing inspiration from her environment in northwestern Ontario. She incorporates as many recycled materials as possible into the work, be it 2D art or garments, using up 2nd hand sweaters, tweed coats, and wool blankets in the search for cozy-comfort and beauty. A combination of machine and hand stitching complete the pieces, and all designs are Tuija’s own. Currently studying her masters in Social Justice at Lakehead University, Tuija aspires to one day draw her two interests together, combining art and activism, in ethically made and socially conscious clothing.
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Having trained in fibre and textile design as well as fine arts, local artist Tuija Hansen creates items drawing inspiration from her environment in northwestern Ontario. She incorporates as many recycled materials as possible into the work, be it 2D art or garments, using up 2nd hand sweaters, tweed coats, and wool blankets in the search for cozy-comfort and beauty. A combination of machine and hand stitching complete the pieces, and all designs are Tuija’s own. Currently studying her masters in Social Justice at Lakehead University, Tuija aspires to one day draw her two interests together, combining art and activism, in ethically made and socially conscious clothing.
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Having trained in fibre and textile design as well as fine arts, local artist Tuija Hansen creates items drawing inspiration from her environment in northwestern Ontario. She incorporates as many recycled materials as possible into the work, be it 2D art or garments, using up 2nd hand sweaters, tweed coats, and wool blankets in the search for cozy-comfort and beauty. A combination of machine and hand stitching complete the pieces, and all designs are Tuija’s own. Currently studying her masters in Social Justice at Lakehead University, Tuija aspires to one day draw her two interests together, combining art and activism, in ethically made and socially conscious clothing.
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Laura Paxton was born and raised in Thunder Bay. She consciously makes time (even if it's snippets here and there) to create on a regular basis. Her main medium is photography, but she also loves working with different materials: paint, inks, clay, precious metals and stone. You can find her work by following her on instagram at @flashbackphoto_tbay
*This auction item is for two ornaments. |