04. APRIL 2012.82 finalindd 23 Ron Peter is one of more than 30 artists showing their work The first weekend in May (May 5 - 6) has many people thinking about gardening, but it is also a weekend to meet dozens of Port Perry artists, as it is the weekend of the annual Lake Scugog Studio Tour. More than 15 studios will be open to the public showing the works of nearly 30 artists. The event is a fantastic opportunity for people to meet and chat with artists, as well as purchase original works of art. One of the artists on this year’s tour is Ron Peter, an oil painter who is branching into pastels. Born in Toronto, Ron was trained as a com- mercial artist and worked his entire career as a graphic artist for design houses and agencies. Along with his passion for art, Ron also loves restoring and riding British motorcycles. He recently went to Newfoundland where his main Please turn to page 24 The Canadian-built 2012 GMC Terrain is all about one thing: giving you more. More standard safety features. More horsepower. ¥ More sheer driving pleasure. Drive away in a GMC Terrain | 7; today, available at an attractive purchase price. FINANCING MONTHS , ou if Win 10 Vanedward Drive, Port Perry ffi <j) 905-985-8474 sonsTaycroS BUICK GMC www.gusbrownportperry.com FOCUS - APRIL 2012 23 ‘0019 oxen | |