On July 25th and July 26th
Osoyoos, Cawston and
Keremeos hosted the 5th annual Art in the Garden event.
Between the three communities there were 18 Artists showcasing their creations at 4 different locations that hosted the various Art in the Garden Events.
I personally went to the studio of
Katie Foster which was the 3rd tour stop for the 2015 Art in the Garden.
Over all the purpose behind the Art in the Garden
is to spend an afternoon exploring the stunning scenery of the Okanagan - Similkameen area whilst enjoying an Art based Tour traveling from Keremeos to Osoyoos. versa.
If you wanted to start your Art in the Garden tour from Keremeos you would first visit
Bonny Roberts Fine Art Studio. Well traveling west towards Osoyoos as you traverse the Okanagan landscape be sure to stop by Cawston and visit The
Forbidden Fruit Winery which is the second tour stop.
After you enter Osoyoos head South towards the Border to stop by at
Katie Foster's Ceramic studio which is stop number 3. Before traveling east through the town of Osoyoos towards Anarchist mountain where you would conclude your Art in the Garden tour by visiting
East Bench studio as hosted by
Sharon Leonard.
At each location you would get a unique stamp in your Art in the Garden tour passport and if you managed to visit all 4 locations during the weekend events, you could use your passport as an entry into a Draw for a basket full of Fine Wine and Art.
No matter where you visit there is an eclectic mix of Art including mediums such as Acrylic paintings, Water colors, Oils, Photography, Pottery, Jewelry and ceramic art. Each location also served as a chance to spotlight local Wines as different wineries were hosting tastings to go along with your art viewing pleasure.
During my afternoon I enjoyed gorgeous views of Osoyoos Lake as I walked around and looked at Paintings, ceramic Pottery and Jewelry in the garden & studio of Katie Foster. I also spent some time talking to some of the artists and event bought 3 Postcards replicating the intricate paintings done by Jane Scheffler showcasing some stunning Osoyoos landscapes.
I thoroughly enjoyed my first time attending the annual Art in the Garden event and only wish I had more time to visit the other Art in the Garden Locations.
I want to commend the group who have spent 5 years organizing the Art in the Garden and congratulate everyone who took part. From the Artists showcasing your art, those promoting wine, or anyone who helped ensure the success of the event Garden! The hard work is appreciated, admired and respected.
I have to say that the South Okanagan is full of such phenomenally talented people and we are immensely lucky to have opportunities to appreciate the Fine Arts. I thoroughly enjoy all things associated with Fine arts whether it's watching people singing, dancing, or acting, to listening to bands or orchestra's as well as visiting local Art Galleries and attending Art focused events.
On August the 4th I went to Ez Rock Osoyoos 1240 F.M for my final Media Interview. It was a lot of fun and this time around I wore Headphones so that I had to hear myself speak. Which was different. My interview with Ez Rock Osoyoos went up on the 10th of August, with my previous interview with the Osoyoos times being published on the 5th and my interview with Community Infromation Radio Osoyoos having went up practically as soon as we finished the interview. I will most likely have more media interviews in Merritt and feel well prepared for them now! 
On Sunday August 7th I went on my first Helicopter Tour
I went with Okanagan Valley Helicopter tours & it was worth every penny! I went on an extended tour package, one that included a ride over Spotted Lake which is one of my favorite places in Osoyoos. 
Through out May & August the current Show at the Osoyoos Art Gallery is called Artisan Market and features an eclectic mix of Art from local artists. This is a first time Art Display for the Osoyoos Art Gallery and the collection includes Pottery, paintings, photographs, glass, jewelry, and fabric art all created by talented local artists. Please go and check out this fabulous display of talent within the community of Osoyoos and support this show. I hope that this is the first of many successful summer seasons for the Artisan Market. I thoroughly enjoyed my brief tour of the collection and intend to return to the Art Gallery once more before my candidacy ends to enjoy the art! 
This is in an effort to promote the British Columbia Ambassador Program as well as talk about our time spent and our experiences as BC Ambassador candidates. It was also a time to discuss what it was like representing Osoyoos for a second time as we had both reigned as Princesses of Osoyoos, with my own reign lasting from 2008 until 2010 and Viveka's reign taking place from 2013-2014. 
During Every Tuesday in July Watermark Beach Resort played different films on a big screen 
On Tuesday July 28th, I went over to Watermark Beach Resort for the evening showing of Jurassic Park. Where $5.00 paid my entrance into the movie and bought a popcorn and a drink.
On July 25th and July 26th Osoyoos, Cawston and Keremeos hosted the 5th annual Art in the Garden event. 
