The Seacoast Artisans Fine Arts & Crafts Show holds regular exhibits at the Frank Jones Center in Portsmouth, NH. What began as a small show benefiting the public schools has turned into a monster event thanks to Joyce Sanderson and Neil Troost. Featuring vetted artists from all around the local area, and some abroad, the event draws thousands of people for a peek at the inventive, the creative, and the beautiful.
Although I wasn’t able to tour the entire exhibit due to a busy Saturday schedule, I found some displays and items that desperately need showing off. It wasn’t difficult; I was surrounded by creative genius. Our local artisans are truly incredible.
Major love for the face pottery from TB Pots Stoneware Pottery. Mugs and goblets are adorned with smiling, happy faces, among many other gorgeous pieces of pottery.
Eric and Tracy Bradford
328 Alexander Rd.
Dresden, Maine 04342
info [at] tbpots [dot] com
These handmade Arnett Santas by Stacee Droit are a national hit. Extremely popular and only sold wholesale, they are carried locally by Collins Gift Shop. They are stunning.
Wendy Collins
CollinsGifts14 [at] aol [dot] com
All Things Cottage Decor had a seasonal booth set up with more than just the visual decor. Scents of cinnamon, balsam fir, and apple had me wishing for the same in my own home. I didn’t want to leave the booth.
Robin LoPilato
Baskets and Home Decor With Cottage Charm
I fell in love with these shiny morsels of deliciously designed copper jewelry from Susan Bates and her collection of handcrafted contemporary jewelry. I shall impress this upon my husband as Christmas looms.
susanb3000 [at] gmail [dot] com
Woodworker and Folk Artist David Conley was present with his striking collection of birdhouses made from a variety of materials such as driftwood and tin. Each one is different, each one a masterpiece.
780 2nd Crown Point Rd.
Strafford, NH 03884
TheBirdhouseGuy [at] yahoo [dot] com
These elegant and completely unique vases by lars turin clayworks caught my eye. On the website you’ll find magnificent pieces of functional and fine art.
Lars & Connie Turin
York, ME 03909
larsturin [at] gmail [dot] com
I’m a sucker for steampunk anything. I love steampunk and rarely see it exhibited anywhere, but at Collins Gifts, I found an entire display of steampunk-inspired items. I was immediately drawn to these gorgeous clockwork necklaces. My husband will be getting another hint.
Wendy Collins
CollinsGifts14 [at] aol [dot] com
Local painter Michael Norberg from Concord showcased his collection of nautical paintings. He also had beautiful nautical maps from up and down the New England coast, beautifully set within old window frames. He doesn’t have a website but can be reached at 603.715.2591
An Event You Can't Miss
A Five Star Event
Five Stars
Make sure to mark you calendar for the next event in 2016. Come and meet and support your local artisans!
