February 28, 2009.
So many talented people on Salt Spring Island, and most of them have created their special niche here...again, a wonderful entrepreneurial spirit, on this Island. Perhaps islands always attract individualistic/proactive people? Things are not immediately handed to one, in an island environment, so the spirit of creation is alive and well. Many artists are attracted to the Island, and they open personal studios...the "studio tour" is a great thing to follow, when visiting the Island.
Some of the interesting people who have adventured onto Salt Spring, and have created their "own thing", here, and have become an integral part of the Island lifestyle:
Pearl Luke (novelist) and Robert Hilles (poet and novelist) make Salt Spring their home, and take part in many readings/fundraisers for the writers group, here. Have you read Pearl's Madame Zee?
Peter Levitt and Shirley Graham, noted poets, also create and share their works with readings and support for the writers groups. Interested in a Zen sitting group? Contact Peter.
Mona Fertig and Peter Haase, who print their own and other writers special works (MotherTongue Press), and Mona also created the B.C. Anthology of Writers, just out in 2008.
Jill Louise Campbell, and her evocative paintings, which have captured the spirit and the colour of the Island, and many people enjoy her works on their own walls, both near and far...a taste of Salt Spring!
Celia Duthie-Hunt and Nick Hunt, who both create the Duthie Bookcases line, and showcase unique and one-off wood furniture and occasional pieces, by B.C. and Island craftspeople, in their Salt Spring Woodworks Gallery.
G. Warren Langley, and his incredibly beautiful and artistic signage...enjoy this all over Ganges Village and throughout the Island's "home occupation" / studio businesses.
The local chocolate makers: Chocolate Beach, Crow, and Harlan's (hand made locally) dreams.
The superb cheese makers (award winners, in a global venue): Moonstruck Cheese and Salt Spring Cheese.
The vineyards! Garry Oak Vineyards and Salt Spring Vineyards...award winning wines, from both these options.
Brigitte's Treats, at Bruno and Brigitte's Rendezvous Cafe (or at the Saturday Market or at the Tuesday Farmer's Market)..
Bruce the Chef, and his amazing choices for take out lunch and dinner (in Harbour Centre). Catering and cooking classes, too. (Eat in or take out).
Tracy Harrison of Creative Fire Art Studio -- check out her superb workshops, emphasizing creative opportunities for kids!
Michael Hames, and his inspiring paintings, showcased at Steffich Fine Art Gallery.
Jerry Ringrose and his exceptional glass work!!!!!
Luanne Katz, and the cultural events she has encouraged onto the Island....
Raffi, and his child honouring centre project, to be based on Salt Spring....
Ango Retreat, on Lepage Road, and the wonderful events they organize, of an environmental and spiritual nature....
So many...and these are just a very few! Your suggestions???
How may I help you to discover special Salt Spring Island & the Southern Gulf Islands? Call me!
