Exhibit well attended

 Last week "The Retrospective of the Folk Art of Kerras Jeffery" closed following a 5-week run. The opening reception was well attended with more than 150 in attendance. Thanks to Danielle and Maggie for all their help in bringing this exhibit to life! Thanks too to Michael Pendergast who provided entertainment. The exhibition was well-received and attended. Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the folk art created by Kerras and experience the fun he put into his art. He often said, the best compliment he could get in response to his art was laughter and a smile.

Kerras & his seagulls

 Thanks Gord for sending this amazing photo of Kerras making his Seaguls!

Here's images of Kerras' Seaguls painted.

A Retrospective of the Folk Art of Kerras Jeffery

 A ‘Retrospective of the Folk Art of Kerras Jeffery’ will be on display in the main gallery starting April 16th, 2024. Whether it’s the double-headed pig carving, the Canada Mountie beaver, or the bear sculpture that guards the back door, the artist was known for his creative, playful spirit. Kerras Trent Jeffery (1966-2017) was one of the leading folk artists of his generation in eastern Canada. Born in Prince Edward Island, Kerras began his working career as a laborer, but gradually moved into folk art. He operated Back Road Folk Art in Alma, P.E.I. for 20 years. All of his creations were made from repurposed materials, and his playful sculptures continue to be collected across Canada and internationally.

The exhibit will be on display from April 16th - May 17, 2023 in the main gallery at Eptek Art & Culture Centre.
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