This year, the PEI Potters Studio would like to dedicate its artistic vision to the many Victoria Park trees lost in Hurricane Fiona. Trees bring shelter, comfort, fresh air and beauty among many things. This year we grieve the loss of our trees and bring care to those that are remaining. Through the use of clay, electric lights, tree stumps, natural landscape, and ethereal music, visitors will be transported into a hopeful woodland lit up with a ‘light from within’ using ceramic luminaries. A ‘light from within’ describes a hope for the future, the possibility of regrowth and the energy of connection to nature.’

The PEI Potters Studio is a not-for-profit cooperative established in 1997 for the purpose of promoting the art of pottery and providing opportunities for the public to work with clay. The studio currently has approximately 70 active members who are recreational potters. The coop offers classes for the public, and members can join to use the studio in their own time. This project would allow members to gain further knowledge of clay sculpture and of creating a ceramic art installation.