Vendor Profile: Carole Epp

Within the whirlwind of a busy life with two young children, my functional ceramics portray contemporary narrative imagery of whimsy and fun suitable for all ages. From books, illustrative art and graphic design, to my children’s drawings and imaginations, or simply my lazy cats around the house, I find inspiration all around me. The reward of this work for me is that young and old find happiness though the work and its engagement with nostalgia and familiar imagery. instagram: @musingaboutmud blog: musingaboutmud.blogspot.com web: caroleepp.com

vendor profile: Carole Epp

It's simple really, I like to make things that make people smile. I want to be a maker of objects that through their imagery, evoke nostalgia, innocence and love. Perhaps sometimes a greater narrative or story is lurking in the images sometimes not. 

Within the whirlwind of a busy life with two young children, my functional ceramics have evolved from a past of formal inquiries and technical explorations towards more contemporary narrative representations and whimsy. From books and their elaborate illustrative art, to my children’s drawings and imaginations I find inspiration all around me. The reward of this work for me is that young and old find happiness though the work and its engagement with nostalgia and familiar imagery.

I'm looking forward to another amazing weekend at flock & gather and am thankful to be a part of the collective that makes these events happen. I'm most thankful though to the community here in Saskatoon that has been so supportive in their embrace of the handmade and the value in supporting local makers.

See you Friday!

xoxo
carole

caroleepp.com

Springtime Handmade Market Vendor Profile: Carole Epp

Within the whirlwind of a busy life with two young children, my functional ceramics have evolved from a past of formal inquiries and technical explorations towards more contemporary narrative representations and whimsy. From books and their elaborate illustrative art, to my children’s drawings and imaginations I find inspiration all around me. The reward of this work for me is that young and old find happiness though the work and its engagement with nostalgia and familiar imagery.

I'm looking forward to another amazing weekend at flock & gather and am thankful to be a part of the collective that makes these events happen. I'm most thankful though to the community here in Saskatoon that has been so supportive in their embrace of the handmade and the value in supporting local makers.

See you Friday!

xoxo
carole

caroleepp.com

We're getting pretty excited...how about you???

Save the date and see you there!

Watch this space in the next few weeks for artist profiles.

Winter Wonders Artisan Profile: Carole Epp

I'm inspired by the chaos, the noise, the blur, the wonder, and the creativity of life with two small boys at home. I started making dishes for my first son as an aside to the functional pottery I was already making and now years later it plays a huge part of my studio practice. I love that these storybook images can insight smiles and memories for young and old alike.

Each piece is one of a kind, made by hand, and fired at my home studio. Each drawing is unique although some times I do a run of a series of a similar image. Every part of the process is handmade by me.

The dishes are 100% food safe, microwave safe and safe for the dishwasher - although handmade dishes do tend to live longer lives if they are handwashed with care.

carole_epp@yahoo.ca
caroleepp.com

It's a great day to shop for vintage in Saskatoon!

Don't miss out on two awesome events today!
Hiddenstitch is having their official GRAND OPENING.
Hiddenstitch also has a gorgeous new website! Check it out!
Stop by for treats and vintage goods and a peek at what flock and gather's own Shauna Buck and Carole Epp have been up to in the studio.

14-23rd St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Saturday Sept 14: 11-5 pm 

But also make sure to check out the last day of the Indefinite Article's pop up shop at the The Hollows (334 Avenue C South, Saskatoon, SK).
Saturday, Sept. 14: 10:00 am-2:00 pm 
Find out more about the event here. 

Spring Market Vendor Profile: Carole Epp of the untrained eye

I'm a mom to two silly little boys, a wife to a bike builder extraordinaire, a blogger, an artist, and a passionate believer in the value of the handmade. I make functional pottery for the wee ones and the young at heart. Each piece is unique and tells a story. I love the imagery of the children's literature i'm surrounded with daily and I aim to bring out some of that whimsy and fun in my work. More than anything I simply hope that what I do might cause someone to smile.

caroleepp.com

thank you thank you thank you!

Big Big Thanks to our vendors, volunteers, and customers! 

This city loves handmade, and we love you!
-Flock and Gather (Shauna, Carole, Erin, Dana, and Wayne)

More pics of Winter Wonders coming soon. 

winter wonders artisan profile: Carole Epp

Hi there, I'm Carole one of f&g's organizers.
I'm inspired by the songs children make up, late nights in the studio, my motor bike building husband, and kids books. I enjoy whimsy, making people smile and a good cup of tea before anything else. I aim to make beautiful objects than aren't taken seriously, but that are seriously loved and used.I look forward to seeing you at the market this weekend. Please stop by and say hi : )

www.caroleepp.com

Find flock & gather in Regina May 26th!

Are you looking for something fun to do next weekend? 

Check out the Cathedral Village Arts Festival in Regina next Saturday. 

Stop by the booth and say hi.

www.cathedralartsfestival.ca

Poster by Caitlin Mullan of Articulate Ink 

Spring Market Artisan Profile: Carole Epp

caroleepp.com

Winter Wonders Artisan Profile - The untrained eye aka Carole Epp

Hello folks, it's me Carole posting today awkwardly about myself! I'm a stay at home mom of one, very very soon to be two and a full time (as full time as you can with kids) artist.

A few years back when I was pregnant with my first, my husband bought me a sewing machine and I almost instantly got addicted. I had been making ceramics for years, having studied clay in school, but the joy of working with so many fabrics with vibrant colors was so inspiring. I try to work with unique blends of fabrics that are more timeless than typical baby quilts. I aim to make pieces that are one of a kind, contemporary and fun.


Of course I still work in clay, but even that production has changed a bit as a result of my son. I found that cute imagery and storybook inspired themes started infiltrate my pots and a line of kid friendly tableware was born. So if you're looking for unique gifts for kids or adults that are young at heart please stop by and say hi on Friday or Saturday at the sale.




Beyond the quilts and pottery, I'll have a bit of handmade jewelery, silkscreen onesies, and some fun kid sized pillows (again not necessarily just for kids!)

You can also find me online at the untrained eye on etsy.
Or visit my website at caroleepp.com

flock & gather sightings around town this weekend!

Not only are our lovely posters about to start flooding the streets but this weekend you have a chance to check out some of our flock & gather members at 2 different sales. Let the handmade holiday shopping begin!

Find Erin Weiss and Shauna Buck at:

Find more details here.


And don't miss Cathy Terepocki and Carole Epp at this years Artisans:



Find out more here.

Cathy and Carole @ Bazaart tomorrow, rain or shine

Oh please help us pray for shine, it's going to be a cold long day the way the weatherman is talking. Help us to make the day pass by quicker by stopping by and saying hi!



Saturday, June 18, 2011 | Sponsored by SaskTel | 10 am – 5 pm | Admission: $5
Bazaart takes place in front of the MacKenzie Art Gallery and T. C. Douglas Building parking lot at the corner of Albert Street and 23rd Avenue. Parking is located north of the MacKenzie Art Gallery, just off Albert St.

See their website for more details.

One of flock & gather members on the A word this week.

Our very own Carole Epp has an exhibition of her sculptural work up at the Mendel Art gallery right now which is garnering a wee bit of press. Today she was at the offices of CFCR being interviewed by Saskatoon's best know critic Bart Gazzola. You can hear the show live on Thursday May 19th at 7pm on CFCR (90.5 on your fm dial) or online right here.

Also make sure to check out the show at the Mendel before it closes next month!

Where to find us next:

We're taking this show on the road!

The Saskatoon community has been treating us so well, such great support, that flock and gather have decided to spread their wings for a little trip down to Regina later this month for the Cathedral Village Arts Festival on Saturday May 28th - one day only!!!

"Over 300 artisans and a variety of performance spots along a six block stretch of 13th Avenue, The Streetfair showcases the diversity of art; visual art displays, films, artisans working in a variety of mediums showing and selling their wares, performance stages, and buskers to keep you entertained! "

Cathedral Village Arts Festival Street Fair
Saturday - May 28th, 2011

13th avenue, between Angus and Athol street, and 2100 blocks of Retallack, Robinson, and Garnet Streets

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We hope to see you there! Please stop by and say hi!

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Breaking news -

Carole's kids tableware can now be found on Broadway in Saskatoon at Handmade House.

"Handmade House has been selling quality Saskatchewan crafts for over 30 years. The member-run shop features the work of 70-80 Saskatchewan artisans. Their work includes treasures for all budgets, from a few dollars to several hundred."

If they don't have what you're looking for then check out the Stall Gallery at the Farmer's market for more of Carole's work or find her online here.

Artist Profile: Chelley Rae

And last but never least - since you can never have too much cuteness at a f&g market we are pleased to welcome Chelley Rae's collection to the event.


In her words:

I Grew up in a home where, creating art was important, It was how my mother made her living. We had a Ceramic/Art studio in the basement of our home. I began selling my hand crafted items about 18 years ago in a shop that my mom owned for 13 years, she has now retired........but I still felt the need to create so about 2 years ago I created ChellyRae. Over the years I have worked with many different types of materials, Ceramic, clay, floral, wood, paint........my current obsession is Felt and Fabrics! I love to create and I create what I love!

I currently live in Saskatoon with my husband and two daughters (who also love to create art)

In addition to creating art.... I also work part time as an Educational Assistant.

Website: www.chellyrae.etsy.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chelly-Rae/104044812966762?ref=ts


Well that covers it for invited guests. You'll also find the f&g members and their wares at the market. Want a refresher of who the collective is? Check out our profile pages here:

Erin Jarrett Weiss of Boulah Baguette

Walden Sweet

Shauna Buck

Cathy Terepocki

Carole Epp