Cowal Open Studios at Ardentinny

Ardentinny’s artists had a busy time over the weekend with the opening of their studios to the public as part of the excellent Cowal Open Studios event. With some 30+ artists participating this year, the annual event is the largest ever. Three Ardentinny artists welcomed visitors during the 4-day event: Guy Elder (wood), Freda Waldapfel (oil and watercolor paint) and  Bill Williamson (ceramics). Bill who works  mainly in stoneware and raku clay, said “The Open Studios concept is a tremendous opportunity for the artists and the public at large to interact. We had a stream of visitors throughout the weekend. I would really like to pass on my thanks to the organisers who helped make the event so successful”.

Bill throws a pot.

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'The Quality of Mercy' by Bill Williamson.

Bill entertains in his studio.

Cowel Open Studios at Ardentinny

'The Quality of Mercy' by Bill Williamson.

Can you identify this bird?

This dead bird was found on Ardentinny Beach today. Can anyone identify the species? Possibly some type of Skua?

The jellyfish have landed

Ardentinny beach earlier this week.

Glen Massan at anchor

The luxury Glen Massan at anchor off Ardentinny tonight. While the  MOD Police launches from nearby Coulport continue their regular patrols of Loch Long.