Hey, if you spend time making it, share it to all platforms. We had so much fun color grabbing teals and mauves from the tourmaline rings made here in house. Look at those Gorgeous colors! 

look for us in the Conway and Bridgeton Daily! 

Next week featuring: Kristen Dill and Rebecca Klementovich! These two fabulous ladies have decided to have their weekend together - twice the fun!

Two splendid and very different abstracted style, nature inspired artists. Come draw or paint alongside these masters and take in the breathtaking lakeside view in Lovell. 

In a slight departure from our usual shares of paintings and jewelry (though is it? Harvest Gold has it all...) we have a wonderful new artist in the gallery to share with you: Arlene Tift! 

Arlene Tift was born in Montreal to artistic parents and was early on immersed in the world of Quebec artisans. After moving to Ontario, she learned to weave and created numerous tapestries.

In the 1970s, her journey took her to Hong Kong, where she helped design and produce knitwear and outerwear, a practice she continued in Ireland, working with traditional Donegal tweeds. 

In the 1980s, Arlene relocated to New York, her passion for textiles led her to study Textile Technology at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), where she learned to work with knitting machines. In 2018, Arlene discovered rug hooking when she encountered hooked rugs on display at Northern Westchester Hospital.

We have four brand new pieces of hers in varying sizes and color palletes, so come on down to Harvest Gold to take a peek at these cozy scenes. And who knows... bring one home? 

the Ruby! Known as the "King of Gemstones," the ruby is a vibrant red gemstone associated with passion, love, and vitality. It is believed to bring good luck and protect the wearer from harm. 

Rubies have been associated with various symbolic meanings throughout history, including passion, courage, protection, and good fortune. 

In addition to being the July birthstone, rubies are also traditionally given for the 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries. They are also associated with the zodiac sign Leo, as July falls within the Leo season. 

(our own "ruby" cordial glass by Zug Glass) 

Emerald’s name is derived from the Greek word smaragdus, meaning “green gem.”

In ancient Greece and Rome, the emerald was revered as the gemstone of Venus, embodying love and hope. Believed to possess calming energy and healing properties, the emerald was even thought to cure illnesses. Today, it continues to symbolize loyalty, renewal and peace, making it a cherished token for celebrating love and commemorating milestones like the 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries.

Like aquamarine, emerald is a variety of beryl, a mineral that grows with six sides and up to a foot in length. Emerald color can range from light green (though there is some argument whether these very light beryls are truly emeralds) to a deep, rich green.

What Emerald tone do you prefer? Let us know in the comments... 

We've been hard at work in the shop and are excited to show you some of the beautiful Maine stones we have set into Harvest Gold creations! 

Happy Day, all! I'm Emma McDonald, and I am thrilled to be helping out as a summer employee at Harvest Gold for the next few months. I've spent the last 2 years as an undergrad, pre-med major at Virginia Tech and have been given the most amazing opportunity to enjoy all of the beauty that is here in Lovell as well as on Kezar Lake! It is truly a peaceful oasis, and I've never seen any place quite like it.

"Sleepy Poppies"

When walking into the gallery for the first time, I couldn't help but feel drawn to the larger than life floral pieces by Jean Swan Gordon. The late artist vacationed in Boothbay Maine which is where her love of flower bouquet painting developed! She began by just simply using pencil and pen, and then transitioned to layered watercolor. The juxtaposition between the soft watercoloring and the ink outlining along each petal and edge of the vase creates a very delicate look that is easy on the eyes. Each piece sits centered on a white background which further accentuates the details and beautiful color schemes! Although summer is only just beginning, my personal favorite piece is titled "End of Summer", which reflects the somewhat dried nature of the flowers placed sporadically in the vase, while still retaining their vibrant warm and cool tones. The vases themselves also create contrast within every piece, with each having distinct shapes, designs and colors. 

"End of Summer"

Make sure to stop by Harvest Gold or check out our site to see more elaborate works by Jean Swan Gordon. I'm looking forward to learning about all of the talented artists that make this gallery so incredibly special, and I hope you all have a wonderful summer!