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Wonderful & Informative Conversation
"Had the most delightful Mother’s Day visiting this beautiful gallery filled with such interesting art. The best part was that we were able to return home with a special piece of art, that we proudly share and enjoy with friends. The rural setting of this gallery is gorgeous and very calming, especially enjoyed from the wonderful view on the second floor. A beautiful garden welcomes and invites you at the entrance. But equally interesting and enjoyable was the wonderful and informative conversation we had with the artist, Andrew Csafordi. It was a delight and a lesson. Thus was the first time we were able to view the photos of Tara Wilkinson, his partner and fellow artist. Soul is the first word that I would use to describe many of her photos. Other words to describe my attraction to a number of her photos are time, cycles and wisdom. Do yourself a favour and visit this gallery, and be prepared to be intrigued, seduced and inspired. - Michael H. Great New Gallery
"What a fantastic new space ! Gorgeous work by Andrew Csafordi - an excellent host, and Tara Wilkinson. The country setting is relaxing and lovely, this new Gallery is striking fresh space that fits in beautifully." - Roadtripper Canada (Trip Advisor) Friendly and Welcoming
We visited the Andara Gallery in PEC county today. Andrew was very friendly and welcoming. He took the time to explain how he creates his colourful encaustic paintings. The studio space is beautiful. We learned he also runs workshops on drawing and encaustic painting. If you are in the area be sure to pass by for a visit. - NDS Exploring Prince Edward County
"Worth dropping in. Beautiful location & Andrew was on hand to discuss his work - made for an interesting stop. Close to Huff Estates if you want to do some wine tasting as well!" - Shirley (Trip Advisor) Highly Recommend a Visit to ANDARA
My wife and I decided to take a short vacation in Prince Edward County last month. I was looking forward to the wineries, which are wonderful, by the way. But after finding a brochure in our room at The CAPE about the local art scene we just had to visit the Andara Gallery. We weren't disappointed. Andrew Csafordi's encaustic art is stunning and his creativity in his use of the wax medium is on display with every painting. The encaustic method was a surprise to me and even to my wife who has been painting on and off for years. We had a wonderful conversation with Andrew, who is very personable and very willing to talk about his art. Needless to say we now have one of Andrew's paintings hanging in our home. Unfortunately we didn't get to meet Tara Wilkinson but the gallery has a great selection of her work. Make sure you go to the second floor and pay attention to Tara's work hanging in the stairway. I just loved her "Marshland" photos. I highly recommend a visit to Andara. - Jeffrey P. Lovely Gallery
Lovely gallery featuring unique original artwork and photography. Complete with great conversation with the owner. Highly recommend! Creative Powerhouse; Inspiring Location!
"Tara and Andrew are talented artists and have created a marvelous sanctuary to showcase Tara's photography and Andrew's stunning encaustic paintings are not to be missed. Wonderful people :)" - Edward - Newmarket, Ontario If you enjoy art this is a great place to visit
Amazing artwork and an excellent photography exhibit. Host was thorough in his explanation of the encaustic technique. Definitely worth a visit! Throughly enjoyed the artwork This was my 3rd visit to PEC, my first visit to the new gallery. Andara never disappoints! Beautiful art, gracious hosts, stunning landscape, I highly recommend a visit. I purchased one of Tara’s photos, The Tree, and I can’t wait to be back home to hang it in my new apartment!! Masterpieces One of the most beautiful places in the county ... and two wonderful artists. And great hospitality! A place to put in your itinerary. A gem in the heart of Prince Edward County A modern gallery and rustic barn provide two beautiful spots to enjoy some beautiful artwork and photography. Definitely worth a visit. If in PEC, Andara is a must A colourful, enjoyable experience with Andrew on hand to chat with you and answer any questions. While the quality of the art is very high, there is no pretension here. Definitely worth a visit. Beautiful Gallery A pleasure to meet the artist who designed and built the gallery and then shows his art in it. The technique used to create the pieces is fascinating. So pleased with our purchase. |
Better Than Any Gallery in Toronto!
An outstanding art gallery representing the work of two artists - Andrew Csafordi and Tara Wilkinson. Their art is original, authentic, colorful and vibrant. Andrew's beeswax technique is rooted in an ancient Egyptian method, but the themes and the color schemes are contemporary. Tara's photography conveys an artistic vision of an artist deeply connected to Canadian and Ontario rural life and presents it through the prism of modern times influence on the space. It is difficult to describe the impressions of their art, but once you see it, it would become clear. Notice how the barns and houses look in her pictures. And notice how, in contrast, the nature - flowers, lawns, the sky - are completely untouched by that impact of time. Andrew's work, besides it's strong visual appeal, is influencing the viewers perception in all three dimensions due to the properties of wax that softly protrudes from the board into the viewer's visual field quite unlike the two dimensional effect of the standard paintings. A well designed gallery space adds to the experience. This little gallery in a quiet part of Ontario is much better than any gallery in Toronto I have visited. And I have been to a few. - D. Dain One Word ... Sublime
Andrew and Tara are exceptionally talented artists, and their individual works evoke the beauty, and warmth that is a reflection of these wonderful people. Andara Gallery is set in rural Prince Edward County, and could be described in one word - sublime. We’ve been many times, and it is definitely worth the visit. - Lynn I. Truly Inspiring!
“What a wonderful experience!!! Andrew personally explained all of the pieces and the techniques used by both of the artists on display. It is so rare to be able to have an artist personally explain their work and the motivation behind their pieces. Truly inspiring and welcoming, with a gorgeous display of artworks. Thank you for sharing with us! - B. Dean Good for the Soul
"We happened upon Tara and Andrew's studio while in Prince Edward County and were thrilled with what we found. Their hospitality was warm and sharing and there respective art was wonderful to view in the beautiful country setting where they are displaying it. - Pat and Colin (Trip Advisor) A Burst of Colour, Tucked In The County
A burst of colour, tucked in the county - Andrew is a wonderful host/artist, with unique style. Loved it! - Tiffany N. A Very Nice Experience!
Had a lovely experience and met Andrew, one of the artists and the co-owner. He was welcoming and detailed the process of his beautiful encaustic paintings (beeswax and pigment!) The photographs were beautiful (check out the sheep on the second floor) and it was overall a very nice experience! Looking to comeback at some point in the new year. - Hilary CM We Really Enjoyed Our Visit
We really enjoyed our visit to the gallery. We had the privilege of getting what felt like a private tour by Andrew who described his art work, which is fantastic. Tara's photography is also breath taking. Highly recommended! - (Google Review) Highly Recommend!
My wife and I decided to take a short vacation in Prince Edward County. After finding a brochure in our room at The CAPE about the local art scene we just had to visit the Andara Gallery. We weren't disappointed. Andrew Csafordi's encaustic art is stunning and his creativity in his use of the wax medium is on display with every painting. We had a wonderful conversation with Andrew, who is very personable and very willing to talk about his art. Needless to say we now have one of Andrew's paintings hanging in our home. I highly recommend a visit to Andara! World Class Art Andara Gallery is a special place in Prince Edward County. The pastoral setting is sublime. The art and photography are world class. The artists and hosts Andrew and Tara are talented, knowledgeable, welcoming and fun ! A visit here will lift your spirits, feed your soul and introduce you to their amazing ART. When visiting The County you should definitely make this a stop. - (Google Review). Interesting and Informative So glad we stopped here and had a great experience chatting with the owner and one of the amazing artists. No pressure to buy (though we couldn’t help ourselves!) but an invitation to share the beautiful images and learn more about them and the techniques used. The grounds are lovely and we felt this was a definite highlight of our trip. Breathtaking Artistry We've been to Andara gallery many times to enjoy the breathtaking artistry of Tara and Andrew. Their creativity knows no bounds and they are constantly creating stunning works of arts, some of which have a special place in our home. We've also attended a few of the amazing community events that they've hosted on their beautiful property. Their energy and passion for giving back to the community and sharing their gift of art with the world is endless. You must stop by Andara Gallery to see for yourself! |