Thank you for your kind words Penny! What a great gift. We are so happy it reminds you of home. @genuinefolkerbrand
Over the past six months I’ve been creating art and garments inspired by my love of Norfolk and memories of early years working in the fields throughout the county. The response to the work has been incredible. The pride folks have in Norfolk is something special.
It doesn’t matter if you grew up in Norfolk county and worked the fields, passed through on a summer day or relocated here to enjoy the bounty and beauty. If you’re passionate about Norfolk - you’re a Folker.
I’m excited to launch the website www.folker.ca - one spot to view and purchase the items I’ve created.
I’ll continue to add unique products that tell our story and shed some light on the things that I love about Norfolk. There are many. - Michael Barber. @genuinefolkerbrand
Finished and finally dry, this 60”x60” painting is hanging in my studio. It’s hard to see the textures and details in this piece so I’ve taken some pics of my favourite pieces within it. Available - DM for details.
Some mark making on this 5’x5’ mixed media panel. I’m really pleased with the textures in this piece. I hope to finish up and post some photos on the weekend.
Small isolation sketches while larger pieces dry. Calm before the storm in Port Dover. Stay safe friends.
If you missed out on the Authentic Tobacco Bags, Kiln It or Norfolk County Kiln shirts this is your chance. My studio will be open to the public Saturday March 7, 9am - 12. Various styles, limited quantities.
These tobacco baggies are unique one of a kind and available for purchase. Hand pulled art on authentic tobacco worn bag. If you would like to customize with your family or farm name, I can do that. DM for details.
The response to the tobacco baggies has been incredible. I've had so many people ask about custom names and I'm happy to say Yes I Can! If you would like your name, location or even year established on a bag, send me a message. Hand pulled original art on authentic tobacco baggies. Now available.
Tobacco baggie with hand pulled image. The textures in these pieces are so unique. The stories they could tell.
The printing is complete and the results are fantastic! I’ve got a very limited number of very well used Norfolk County tobacco baggies available for purchase. Each bag is unique with authentic tobacco harvest patina. Measurements are approximately 49” x 18” with hand pulled screen printed image applied. These will be available from my studio tomorrow @lightupthelanepd If you aren’t able to attend the event but still want a piece of Norfolk heritage, you can DM to purchase. There are 11 pcs available.
I had some resin left over from WaterMother project so I made some Lakeshore Vignettes.
I just picked up over 100 tobacco baggies from an old friend. Big plans for these beauties. The colour and textures are incredible. So many hours of work in the sandy soil, hot sun and the rain. There are stories to be told here.... I’ll do my best to do them justice. Stop by my studio during @lightupthelanepd to see where this journey takes me.
Last Tuesday I had the honour of talking with a group of amazing grade 4 students from Mrs Mascarenhas class at Our Lady of the Assumption CES in Hannon ON. We talked about achieving dreams and overcoming obstacles. How being different is good. Best of all, we created some wonderful art! Thank you DVSA for providing me with the opportunity to make so many new friends. 🙏
I saw this painting today for the first time since 2002. I forgot I painted it but once I saw it, it was like seeing an old friend. There’s a piece of us in everything we create. 4’x4’ mixed media, resin, cheesecloth, rivets and staples on plywood.
Studio is open today and Port Dover HOME shirts are now available. Stop by and say hello!
Just finished this 14”x28” painting and it will be available to purchase this weekend during Open Studios Port Dover Nov. 30 - Dec. 1
Mini 6”x 6” on ply. Baby steps in a new direction.
Sketch on ply.
Sketch of eight fishes 8”x10”