Thursday, December 23, 2021

LAST MINUTE GIFT GIVING!

Happy almost  Holiday Times everyone! We are sooooooooooooooooo looking forward to some time off! But before we go, do you need a last minute gift? We've got you covered!  We still have lots of great ornaments, cards, prints jewellery and more ready for gift giving! 

Card by Dan Bray  $6

We also have GIFT CERTIFICATES that you can now purchase online and then send via the internet to friends and family near and far while keeping everyone safe with new art to look forward to in the NEW YEAR! Simply CLICK HERE...just like that! Easy peasy!

Always so much to see! This new painting by Catherine Bagnell Styles just arrived and reminds us that bluer skies and warmer days are in our futures! Relax!


Don't forget to spread some good cheer and love to anyone that needs it!  This resin art heart by Kimberley Eddy is still looking for it's forever home...would be made even better with some jewellery by a local artist.
Resin Art HEART by Kimberley Eddy


Cozy up with your favourite Beverage and a Julian Covey mug!  $50 each

Check out this great new calendar by Kevin MacLean  $20

Inspirational Letters by Roisin Cadieux

 Enjoy gazing upon paintings that almost glow on their own...this one is by Mary Garoutte. 


Stay Safe everyone! We got this!



Thursday, December 16, 2021

Holiday Shopping Made Easy At Argyle Fine Art!

 Our holiday shopping roundup continues this week with some quick and easy gift ideas for you to enjoy! The gallery is full of amazing artwork by local artists, with something to offer everyone. From holiday cards, to gifts both large and small to fit any budget. Supporting our local business, also supports the talented artists of our communities!  Lets see what the gallery has in store this week...   

Pat Shattuck delivers these wonderful Halifax Street scenes as matted art prints and greeting cards. Pop them in a frame and you've got a gift to last all year long!  Perfect for family and friends living away from home.  

Julian Covey continues to bring holiday cheer with these ever popular mugs and tumblers.  The perfect stay-at-home gift, enjoy your favorite hot and cold beverages in style with these colorful handmade ceramics.  


Get into the holiday spirit with this delightful holiday display featuring the work of the very talented Jill Babcock.  We've got a great selection of nature inspired ornaments, glasses, and necklaces.  Original artworks, hand engraved in glass!

New to the gallery this year, are the works of Roisin Cadieux. These decorative wall hangings are made from naturally sourced elements, and delicately assembled by hand. Beautifully packaged, and ready to give as gifts this holiday season!

We've also got some amazing original works by local artists. Affordably priced, and easy to ship, these 4" x 5" paintings are the perfect addition to any art collection, and make great gifts.  Make it a yearly tradition!  

Amber Solberg's Cursive Pins are a popular stocking stuffer! Hand embroidered, and available in a variety of styles and colors. Express yourself in style this holiday season!


As always, sometimes the simplest gifts are the most thoughtful. Fun to send and to receive  we've got an amazing selection of Holiday Greeting Cards for everyone on your list.

There's always something new to discover at the gallery this holiday season.  We look forward to seeing you soon!    

Featured artworks are available for purchase, while supplies last!
Be sure to drop by the gallery or visit online at www.argylefineart.com.  

For purchasing inquiries contact us at (902) 425-9456, or via email, gallery@argylefa.com


Saturday, December 11, 2021

GIVE ART THIS HOLIDAY SEASON...it's not as expensive as you think!

 We're here to remind you that giving original artwork and  handmade things as gifts for the holidays is possible on a budget! 

One idea we love popping into people's minds is to take any of our cards (ranging in prices of $4 to $9)  or postcards ($3)  in a frame!  Presto- amazing artwork as a gift!  You can pick up an affordable frame at many shops downtown or simply find one at a thrift or discount store near you!


Assembly Of Text Card- Look at that cute cat!

Many of our makers up-cycle things into art. Especially wearable art, like these bottlecap pins by Kassandra Lois. Here are a few examples of some of the pieces she made for the holidays, but we have lots of other designs at the gallery to choose from. These are just $8 each, and are easy for gift swaps at work, stocking stuffers or to simply pop in the mail to surprise a friend. 


A very popular ornament again this year has been the HOME A LOT and the more regional humour of Santa's sleigh getting stuck at the Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge (it happens a lot here with big trucks!)  These are both by Chris Smith and are only $14 each, and easy to give as gifts! 



Of course, Basil Doucette (86 years young) is still making his amazing original folk art birds, animals and for the holidays small hand-carved ornaments too! Look at these cuties!  Ranging in price from $15-$20

 

We even have original SOFT SCULPTURE- these little critters are called GREEBS by artist Troy Benoit! They are screen printed and hand sewn using up-cycled fabric...some even glow in the dark! They range in price from $25- $60


Of course, we have lots of original paintings ranging in sizes and prices....like these $20 originals shown below!

Raquel Roth, Acrylic on Canvas

Amanda Ingram, Watercolour on Paper

Of course we have lots of larger works too, in a variety of mediums!  We especially love this new colourful one by Gordon MacDonald- this is still curing but pretty spectacular!

Gordon MacDonald, Norris Point, 36" x 36", oil on board

Or if your tastes are more suited to abstract works, why not check out the art of Paulette Melanson, like this new beauty that just arrived today!

Paulette Melanson, A Time of Transition, 18" x 24", acrylic on canvas

Adorable small Cardinal Paintings by Sabine Kearns are waiting for you! $95 each

POP BY SOON and take a look around or visit us over at www.argylefineart.com for even more art! Don't forget we SHIP WORLDWIDE, SELL GIFT CERTIFICATES ONLINE (right here on this blog)  or in person, can arrange commissions, happy to arrange payment plans up to 6 months on art and more! 



Wednesday, December 1, 2021

HOLIDAY HOP....don`t forget the SOCKS!

Hey everyone!  We are busy preparing for the holidays, so we haven`t had a lot of time to update the blog postings lately sooooooooo.....we will do our very best to get to it this week, but until then mark our HOLIDAY PARTY on your TO-DO LIST!

Stay Safe and Happy Everyone!