Sherri Friesman – Artist Statement My art is a creative expression of my love of nature and wildlife and is my attempt to share with others the beauty I observe. Drawing and painting increases my appreciation for the wild creatures and spaces that are all around us but that often go unseen. I get great […]
Month: May 2019
Garden Gate: Episode 163-Mother’s day gift ideas (April 26th, 2019)
Mother’s Day is Sunday May 12th and we have some beautiful items in the shop that will make her happy. You can go pretty or practical! Pretty hats, fragrant soaps, handmade necklaces, wind chimes, Kawartha candles, garden art….or you can go with more practical items like garden tools, gloves, trugs or tea cups! We can […]
Garden Tips: Jewels of the Air
Some people refer to hummingbirds (“hummers” to birdwatchers) as “winged jewels,’ which is no surprise, given their small size, the males’ brilliant iridescent colours, and the way they flit about. There are 5 hummingbird species in Canada, but only one, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, in Ontario. Males have bright red throats, iridescent green backs, wings, and […]
