The Enchanted Forest is a fantastic backdrop for an annual celebration and art show. Like a studio tour, but without the driving, this artistic fair offers its guests a glimpse into the techniques and inspiration that create fine works of art.

Held in the scenic gardens, courtyards, and studios at Wood’s End, this event showcases talented professionals who share their enthusiasm for their medium as they display and demonstrate their craft.

Visitors can chat with award-winning artists, learn how their work takes shape, relax in the spectacular gardens, and explore The Enchanted Forest: a truly unique experience!

	A unique art show
	Artists are invited to contact Wood's End Studio before March 15 to apply for The Enchanted Forest Art Show, 2012. The show is held annually at Wood's End Studio on the weekend following the long weekend in August. August 11 and 12, 2012 are the dates for this summer's show. Admission is by donation to a charitable organization. Scroll down the page to see the artwork and details about the artists at last year's show, and be sure to check the website in the spring of 2012 for listings on this year's 'Enchanted Forest Art Show'.

	An enjoyable lunch in the gardens!
	The Enchanted Forest Art Show likes to complement the visual treat with culinary delights. Delicious lunch options and beverages are available on-site. Tables are set up in the gardens for 'al fresco' dining among the flowers and trees at Wood's End Studio. The Gourmet Station of Orillia served up tasty treats for the 2011 show, much appreciated by the guests and participating artists!

	ARNEY, Chad
	Chad's use of reclaimed materials has been a part of his creative output for years in both his paintings, collages and sculptures. His one-of-a-kind works are indicative of his environment, thought provoking and found in homes and gardens throughout North America. Chad's eco art is a wonderful contribution not only to the world of art, but to the world itself. www.indygallery.blogspot.com. arneychad@hotmail.com. 705-646-8384

	BIRD, Gord
	Gord's love of nature and working with wood led to his hobby of making decorative birdhouses and feeders. Part of the fun is finding barnboard and other old wood that would otherwise decay or find its way to the landfill. northernbirds@cogeco.ca. 705-687-5503

	BROWN, Jim
	Artist Jim Brown hand-draws your vision onto sandblasted entrance, garden, or pet memorial stones, along with personalized, routered cedar signs. Handcrafted Wood and Stone designs: www.handcraftedesigns.ca. handcraftedsigns@sympatico.ca. 705-833-1291

	CLARK, Michael
	Michael has been a cabinetmaker for 37 years and currently teaches cabinetmaking at Georgian College. He enjoys making paddles because of his love of the concept of functional art. In his words: "When I am out on the water in my canoe, the paddle in my hands should be as beautiful as the scenery that surrounds me". www.lakestgeorgewoodworks.com. mclark@georgianc.on.ca. 705-331-3294

	COGAR, Sandy
	Sandy creates unique, handcrafted garden sculptures that depict local wildlife. These quirky, metal and rock creatures will enhance any backyard setting. rs.cogar@hotmail.com. 705-786-2384

	CURETON, David
	Dave Cureton has been a custom woodworker, designer and luthier since 1990. He builds acoustic musical instruments, fine furniture, jewellery boxes and sculptural objects. www.redtrilliumwoodworks.com. redtrilliumwoodworks@gmail.com. 705-687-7832

	DE LANG, John
	Award-winning songbirds and wildfowl, intricately carved and painted, reveal John’s affinity with nature. One of eight artists showing at the media centre during the G20/G8 Summit, his creativity also finds expression in innovative wall compositions. www.woodsend.ca. info@woodsend.ca. 705-689-8831

	GALLAGHER, Dan
	This woodworker creates hand-carved decorative and functional items, including boxes, mantles, Adirondack guideboats, Windsor chairs, and other furnishings. www.carving.on.ca. dangallagher@carving.on.ca. 905-982-0333

	HARRIS, Erika
	Erika lovingly captures the essence of Muskoka on canvas with oils, acrylics, watercolours, and wool. The aesthetics in her pieces reflect the nature found in abundance in our scenic area. She also creates one-of-a-kind jewellery using semi-precious gemstones, glass, and silver. harris.erika@sympatico.ca. 705-684-9199

	HARTWICK-ZONA, Christina
	Requiring a strong level of manual dexterity, Christina designs and creates her original wire art sculptures from conception to completion. Her pieces consist of small, delicate art forms to large and unique size wildlife figures. Her work is brought to life and admired in any outdoor garden setting or indoors to make a statement. She is inspired by the wonder and beauty of our world and its creations. Her love of nature and inner spirituality are revealed in every sculpture she creates. Christina’s studio is located in Orillia where her work is on display. She also accepts custom orders. allwiredup@rogers.com. 705-326-6713

	HOWSER, Janet
	Janet creates fibre art sculptures for the garden, wrapping fabric around wire armatures, which are then posed and set on rock, wood, or independently. jjhowser@vianet.on.ca. 705-385-1804

	KENDALL, Tom
	Hand-carved bark houses and whimsical folk figures, including Santas, gnomes, and wood spirits, come to life under the artist’s knife. trkendall@sympatico.ca. 705-645-2418

	LEACH, Ron
	Graceful and elegant alabaster and soapstone carvings reveal this artist’s bond with wildlife. The natural grains and colour of the stones inspire the form of the animals he carves. www.ronleachsoapstone.com. rgleachsoapstone@yahoo.ca. 705-687-0994

	MARTIN, Marni
	Marni creates handwoven tapestries and wearable art, with rich hand-dyed colours and sensual fibres. Her signature tapestries are textural, colourful works inspired by the natural world. www.marnimartinfibrestudio.com. fibrearts@surenet.net. 705-788-3263

	MELO, John
	John utilizes tools ranging from a basic knife and chisels to a chainsaw to carve his unique pieces of art! John will be featured in scheduled chainsaw demonstrations at 10 am and 2 pm in the Enchanted Forest during the show. www.stickitcreations.com. stickitcreations@hotmail.ca. 905-391-9926

	MITCHELL, Col
	Col Mitchell’s current works focus on paper, working primarily with pen nibs, acrylic inks, and fluid acrylics. Fascinated by these altered surfaces, Mitchell explores the alluring intricate synergy between crumpled paper, acrylic washes, and extreme linear detailing. She was one of eight artists featured at the media centre during the 2010 G8/G20 Summit as part of the Muskoka Corridor Experience, and was nominated for the 2010 YWCA Woman of Distinction Award in Arts, Culture and Creative Energy. An award-winning artist, Mitchell studied Fine Arts at Fanshawe College, works out of her Cedar Raven Studio in Bracebridge, and is the current President of the Huntsville Art Society. www.colmitchell.com. ravon247@sympatico.ca. 705-646-2978

	PIMENTEL, Jennifer
	What began as a hobby more than twenty years ago has developed into an unwavering passion for pencil drawings and acrylic paintings. The extraordinary detail in Jennifer’s work demonstrates her patience and precision as an artist. Despite being self-taught, she has been recognized for her skill and technique by her worldwide client base and notably by her peers. For pencil portrait commissions and studio information contact Jennifer at: www.shadyzign.com. jennie@shadyzign.com. 705-787-0635

	SISAM, Peter
	Peter is a well travelled amateur photographer who has put together a collection of stunning photographs of wildlife and scenery from South Africa, Botswana, The Galapagos, Machu Pichu, the Florida Gulf Coast, Italy, Australia and Canada, available framed and on cards. Peter.Sisam@imgworld.com.

	SNOW, Margot
	This award-winning watercolour artist celebrates the harmony and beauty of the natural world, bringing common objects to life with her intense use of colour. www.margotsnow.com. margot.snow@sympatico.ca. 705-385-8962

	THOREL, Eleanor
	Born in Trinidad and having spent her early years in Jamaica, Eleanor has developed a taste for the unique. Her love for beauty and attention to detail has woven its way into her paintbrush and pen. Each piece depicts her desire to appreciate and protect the natural world around us. www.spaceto.blogspot.com. ethorel@muskoka.com. 705-646-1831

	VARNEY, Penny
	Penny demonstrates the techniques behind her original custom designs in silver, gold, niobium, and other materials, showcased at Gravenhurst’s Penny Varney Gallery and Gifts. Repairs and commissions welcomed. www.pennyvarneygallery.com. varney@muskoka.com. 705-687-8078

	YOUNG, Ray
	Exotic and native woods are turned on the lathe and transformed into treasured works of art. Ray discovers the natural beauty within the bark of a tree and uses woods and burls to express his artistry. turningpointray@live.ca. 705-878-8191