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Blizzard Anyone?

Posted by Julie Brown on Saturday, March 3, 2012, In : Living by the Brook

Was planning on heading out to my studio today, but after looking out my front window, I decided to stay in and work on the website instead. These little finches just happened to fly into the shot. They are more intrepid than I!
This is the worst storm we've experienced so far this winter. I have a date with my studio assistant, Miss Allie, tomorrow to do a much needed studio cleanup. I wonder if we will still be snowed in?

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Spring Has NOT Sprung!

Posted by Julie Brown on Monday, March 21, 2011, In : Living by the Brook

The grass has not riz, and I know where the birdies is - they are chowing down at our feeders, trying to keep warm on this snowy first day of spring.

Winter is not yet letting go in my neck of the woods, and will still be hanging around for another month or more.

I do love the cold beauty of winter, even though by this time of year I am looking forward to seeing some green. The ground is covered in a soft white blanket, but other things we don't see the rest of the year are exposed. One of m...
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Living by the Brook - Let it Snow!

Posted by Julie Brown on Tuesday, December 14, 2010, In : Living by the Brook

We had our first great winter kick-off blizzard over the past three days. Snow, howling winds and -30 Celsius windchill. We will have worse storms throughout the winter, but this first one of the season always seems to hit hard.

The view from my front door in a brief moment when I could actually see beyond the porch!

The chickadees were hanging on for dear life! I am amazed that they could even fly in the face of the gale.

My wreath looks lovely with a bit of snow on top, don't you think?

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A Bit About Julie

Julie A. Brown, Wabi Brook Studio

A Farm Near New Liskeard, Temiskaming Shores

I'm a full-time artist and metalsmith following my own path. I live a creative life inspired by nature, and fueled by tea and dark chocolate. When I'm not in my studio slapping paint around or pounding metal, or collaborating with my Spirit of the Arts partners, you will find me in my garden under my favourite tree, lost in a good book.

2014 Winter Workshop Schedule:

Wednesday, January 26: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. - Ring Making

Friday, January 31: PD Day Art Adventure Camp: 9:00 a.m to noon - Exploring Texture and Colour

Tuesday, February 4: 10:00 to Noon - Earring Making

Thursday, February 13: 10:00 to Noon - Chain Making

Tuesday, February 18: 10:00 to Noon - Introduction to Metal Stamped Jewellery
Tuesday, February 25: 10:00 to Noon - Metal Stamped Jewellery Part 2
Tuesday, March 4: 10:00 to Noon - Metal Stamped Jewellery Part 3

I am also available for art and jewellery lessons by appointment. Contact me for more information about the workshops or classes.

All workshops and classes are held in the studio at Spirit of the Arts on Lakeshore Road in New Liskeard, ON