About the Guild

The "St. Thomas-Elgin Artists' Guild (STEAG)" is a not-for-profit organization that welcomes original visual / fine artists of all media.

History

STEAG was founded in 2007 by a small group of visionary people.

Our Vision

To foster the growth of art within the guild and our community.

Our Objectives

• To share in the development and appreciation of original / fine art;

• To encourage improvement through study, practice and experimentation;

• To provide opportunities to increase knowledge and skill;

• To learn from the sharing of ideas and expertise as well as to critique and to act as a support group with common interests, enthusiasm, and enjoyment;

• To encourage the appreciation of the arts within the community by participation in various events; and

• To increase public awareness of the art in Elgin County through various media and public relation communication.

Meetings

STEAG General Meetings are held at 7:00 PM on the 3rd Monday of each month at the St. Thomas - Elgin Public Art Centre, 301 Talbot Street in St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada.

The St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre is pleased to present the artwork from the St. Thomas-Elgin Artist Guild. Once a month, the Art Centre features a new work by a selected Guild Member.

Artist Information:

Sharon Brassard - Romantic Designs Artist Studio

Sculptor and Mixed Media Artist

Sharon was born in Brockville, Ontario, the eldest child in a Military family.  Her life was filled with constant relocations and change but one thing remained steady; her love of art.  As a child her creativity and imagination were a driving force that kept her busy with writing and drawing.  As an adult she became fascinated with the art of sculpture and started to experiment with various clays.  Today, Sharon uses a variety of clays, paper and fiber to create her OOAK sculptures and art forms. Together with her husband; Daniel (also an Artist) she paints, sculpts, and teaches workshops in their St.Thomas studio – Romantic Designs Artist Studio. Her OOAK Sculptures and

3 Dimensional Artworks can be found in private collections throughout Ontario and the United States.