The village of Wakkerstroom will host the annual Arts and Crafts Ramble from June 16 to 18.
Enjoy sunny, crisp winter days where local, national and first time artists will be showing and selling their art and crafts in studios, halls or galleries around town.
Be inspired by the art and demos, encompassing a range of skills, from glass art, paintings, wirework, wood carving, recycling and hand-crafts.
There will even be artists working and displaying art from their own home studios.
Many venues are within easy walking distance from the village centre. Entrance to most venues is free. There will be daily demonstrations, courses and talks, some of which may require pre-booking or a nominal fee.
The purpose of the event is to:
– Expose new and local artists and crafters, allowing them to test the market at an inexpensive rate
– Inspire the youth to take up arts or crafts as a business, as many won’t get jobs
– Raise money for our annual charity
– Draw people to the village of Wakkerstroom
– Provide folk in the surrounding areas an opportunity to learn a craft/art skill during the winter months
– sell art and craft supplies, or magazines at pop-up shops
The official opening of the ramble will take place on the public holiday Friday, June 16, where well known contemporary artist, Gordon Froud will give a brief talk and open the ramble. There will be an auction of art and other items on Saturday, June 17, and all profits will go to the chosen charity, which this year is Reach for a Dream – a really worthy cause.
The art ramble runs alongside the Mountain Run Walk Challenge which will take place on the Saturday morning, so there is something for everyone in the family!
Early artists confirmed so far are:
– Francis Kendall,
– Engela van der Hooven,
– Mark Devenney,
– Louise Dainty,
– Leonora de Lange,
– Sicelo Ziqubu,
– Matilda and George Angus,
– Magda Vosloo,
– Antoinette Walters,
– Wendy Cloete,
– Wilma Ferreira/Hoffman,
– Lizzie Lack and
– Michelle Moreland (a very talented pastel artist who tested the market at our ramble last year)
For the rest of the time, you can enjoy drinks and dinners at a cosy log fire. Make this long weekend your excuse to enjoy a visit with friends and family.
This charming little village is just three hours’ drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria and five hours from Durban and is beautiful, safe and unpolluted.
Book accommodation early to avoid disappointment.
Snow can be experienced in winter, so bring along your winter woollies, and receive a warm welcome from local residents.
Maps, booking forms and further details will be available from the organisers on email below, or to download from www.artramblewakkerstroom.co.za website.
Contact organisers on 083 452 3363 info@dekotzenhof.co.za or admin@artramblewakkerstroom.co.za for more information.
