Evergreen Artisan Market brings out the best of P.A. culture

Another organizer, Annette Neiman, said they wanted a warm friendly atmosphere for what she called Prince Albert’s “premiere event of the season.

“We have the visual artists, the performing artists and the culinary artists all together in one spot in a beautiful building that’s central to the arts, and it blends together and makes for a really warm, fantastic show.”

Everyone certainly seemed to be enjoying themselves.

By 10 a.m. Saturday many people were already there shopping the wares, milling around and taking in the art.

Jacqueline Penner, who’s booth showed off her alcohol ink on ceramic tile art, said it’s a great opportunity to show off her own work, and also encourage others to try.

“I find there’s a few people painting in this medium now,” she said, “and a lot of interest in how to do it, so that’s something that might be coming up in the future.”

She said she was impressed to see such high quality work on display.

Some vendors weren’t from Prince Albert, but close by.

Krista Smith, who sells much of her work on Etsy, is based out of Saskatoon. This is her first year on the road, and has made seven tour stops already.

“I find every city has their own group of supporters, and it’s nice to start to build a following in this market,” she said.

The Evergreen Artisan Market was “comparable” to other markets in Saskatoon and Regina. “It’s nice to get out into the community and meet the people who support the local business,” she said.

Applications for tables began last spring, and according to Carleton sold out incredibly quickly.

There is already a waiting list for next year of vendors anxious to set up a table.

ssterritt@jpbg.ca

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by Spencer Sterritt

Evergreen Artisan Market brings out the best of P.A. culture

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