Ron Williams: Folk Art as Ground Truthing
Through ground truthing, Ron Williams transforms his forestry experiences into vivid—and hefty— brilliant Tremclad folk paintings.
Organizing the Artists and Artisans of Richmond
When Archie and I started Scrape Magazine almost two years ago, we had one goal in mind: to highlight and support the artists and artisans of Cape Breton. While we […]
Arichat Market Place Offers a Space for Artists, Entrepreneurs, and Vendors
The new Arichat Market Place blends business, creativity, and community—we spoke with two owners about their vision.
The Strange Beautiful World of Rebecca Blankert
Rebecca Blankert embarks on a creative journey, blending myth, dreams, folk tales, and craftsmanship in her jewellery
Resources — Jacqueline Gerroir of the CDÉNÉ
A Q&A with Jacqueline Gerroir on her role in Isle Madame’s creative economy
La Maison Goyetche: the craft of restoration
Lisa Boudreau restores a historic Goyetche family home in Cape Auguet, blending tradition with creativity.
Jody Bender: Crafting a pottery career in Cape Breton
With her fine arts degree in ceramics behind her now, Jody Bender is methodically building a business around her craft.
Q & A with Bill Culp of the Cape Breton Partnership
When we decided to start The Scrape Magazine people said, “Go see Bill Culp.” Even if they didn’t know exactly who he was or what he did they knew that if you’re starting anything in the arts, you need to see Bill.
Lisa Boudreau’s La Goélette — Art, Culture and the Creative Economy
Beyond its culinary offerings, the café stands as a vibrant community nexus, where local artisans’ works are showcased, and Acadian heritage is preserved and celebrated.
Gerrard Samson — The Pen Guy of Isle Madame
Gerrard Samson is known in the Isle Madame area as the Pen Guy. He recently made his one thousandth pen. We chatted with him at his shop in Arichat.
