Meet Blake and Anu of Second Nature Studio, based right here in Dickson, Alberta!
Originally from Nova Scotia and Mumbai, this creative duo has quickly found a passion for crafting handmade products and becoming part of the local community. Their growing line includes all-natural coconut soy candles with wood wicks, luxurious cold-process soaps made with natural ingredients, relaxing bath bombs, and unique handmade epoxy soap coasters.
Looking ahead, they also plan to offer custom wood art, combining their CNC, laser etching, and carpentry skills.
Blake and Anu are excited to share their creations, meet new friends, and continue growing their roots in Central Alberta.
Be sure to stop by and say hello when you see them in Markerville!
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
I have always envisioned beauty in nature and our wonderful surroundings and love recreating them in a different light by painting on a canvass and bringing the scenery to a new life. My inspiration and motivation stems from the passion and creativity that I feel once that brush strokes the canvass. I choose to paint through my vision, sitting in front of a blank canvass to enable me to bring it to life as I see it through my eyes. My preferences are landscapes. Many of us are currently in the work force and have little time to really enjoy and appreciate the beauty in nature. I am inspired to think that people can visit all of these destinations through my paintings and live within them. I enjoy the sense of noble serenity that you can see and feel in my paintings.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
I have always envisioned beauty in nature and our wonderful surroundings and love recreating them in a different light by painting on a canvass and bringing the scenery to a new life. My inspiration a...
Louise is an award-winning poet and performer, a bestselling author, and poetry course leader originally from the UK, and now living in Red Deer, Alberta. Her debut book, Plant Your Poetry: 365 Poems and Prompts to Grow Your Writing Habit was published in April 2024, becoming one of Canada’s most gifted poetry writing guides. Her second book, Plant Your Grief: 100 Poems and Prompts on Loss and Impermanence is now used by counsellors and grief experts, helping people around the world to navigate the rocky terrain of living with loss.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
Based in Olds, Alberta, Mike Vine is a retired electrician and passionate woodworker with over 50 years of experience. Since 2014, he has focused his craft on building high-quality, handcrafted string instruments. Working from his basement workshop, Mike creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Each instrument is made with care, precision, and a deep respect for the wood and the music it brings to life. Mike’s instruments have found homes across Canada and internationally, with satisfied players in the USA, England, Germany, Spain, and Australia.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
Blair now lives in Spruce View, AB after many years in Whitehorse, YK. His only formal art education was in grade school giving him an appreciation of young students being exposed to art.
Blair was an Editorial Cartoonist for 6 years with Newspapers throughout the Peace Country, BC. He had over 800 editorials published and compiled select cartoons into a book.
Though Blair’s initial artistic experiences have been painting on maps and cartooning, he has found yet another avenue to express his artistic creativity. He first started Bark Carving since he moved to Spruce View and is thoroughly enjoying the new experience. The wood material is local and he is enjoying foraging for it throughout the year.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
The Writers’ Guild of Alberta is excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Alberta Literary Awards. The Alberta Literary Awards were created by the Writers’ Guild of Alberta in 1982 to recognize...
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Meet Blake and Anu of Second Nature Studio, based right here in Dickson, Alberta!
Originally from Nova Scotia and Mumbai, this creative duo has quickly found a passion for crafting handmade products and becoming part of the local community. Their growing line includes all-natural coconut soy candles with wood wicks, luxurious cold-process soaps made with natural ingredients, relaxing bath bombs, and unique handmade epoxy soap coasters.
Looking ahead, they also plan to offer custom wood art, combining their CNC, laser etching, and carpentry skills.
Blake and Anu are excited to share their creations, meet new friends, and continue growing their roots in Central Alberta.
Be sure to stop by and say hello when you see them in Markerville!
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
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I have always envisioned beauty in nature and our wonderful surroundings and love recreating them in a different light by painting on a canvass and bringing the scenery to a new life. My inspiration and motivation stems from the passion and creativity that I feel once that brush strokes the canvass. I choose to paint through my vision, sitting in front of a blank canvass to enable me to bring it to life as I see it through my eyes. My preferences are landscapes.
Many of us are currently in the work force and have little time to really enjoy and appreciate the beauty in nature. I am inspired to think that people can visit all of these destinations through my paintings and live within them. I enjoy the sense of noble serenity that you can see and feel in my paintings.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
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I have always envisioned beauty in nature and our wonderful surroundings and love recreating them in a different light by painting on a canvass and bringing the scenery to a new life. My inspiration a...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Louise is an award-winning poet and performer, a bestselling author, and poetry course leader originally from the UK, and now living in Red Deer, Alberta.
Her debut book, Plant Your Poetry: 365 Poems and Prompts to Grow Your Writing Habit was published in April 2024, becoming one of Canada’s most gifted poetry writing guides. Her second book, Plant Your Grief: 100 Poems and Prompts on Loss and Impermanence is now used by counsellors and grief experts, helping people around the world to navigate the rocky terrain of living with loss.
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Based in Olds, Alberta, Mike Vine is a retired electrician and passionate woodworker with over 50 years of experience. Since 2014, he has focused his craft on building high-quality, handcrafted string instruments. Working from his basement workshop, Mike creates two unique models of tenor ukuleles, a baritone ukulele, and more recently, tenor parlor guitars.
Each instrument is made with care, precision, and a deep respect for the wood and the music it brings to life. Mike’s instruments have found homes across Canada and internationally, with satisfied players in the USA, England, Germany, Spain, and Australia.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
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Blair now lives in Spruce View, AB after many years in Whitehorse, YK. His only formal art education was in grade school giving him an appreciation of young students being exposed to art.
Blair was an Editorial Cartoonist for 6 years with Newspapers throughout the Peace Country, BC. He had over 800 editorials published and compiled select cartoons into a book.
Though Blair’s initial artistic experiences have been painting on maps and cartooning, he has found yet another avenue to express his artistic creativity. He first started Bark Carving since he moved to Spruce View and is thoroughly enjoying the new experience. The wood material is local and he is enjoying foraging for it throughout the year.
Artists on the Avenue Outdoor Art Show & Sale is on June 27 & 28 from 10am to 5pm both days, in Markerville, Alberta
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