The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art has the most comprehensive collection of wildfowl carvings in the world. From antique working decoys to internationally acclaimed contemporary sculptures and paintings, its artifacts boast a unique, indigenous North American art form. It is home to the Ward World Wildfowl Carving Competition, an event that provides a platform for over 800 of the world's best carvers to compete and showcase their highly decorative works of art. The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in Salisbury is open Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 5pm, and Sunday, noon to 5pm. The Ward World Championship runs April 27th through the 29th.

Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art

Alfred Klots and his son Trafford were successful Baltimore painters who acquired a chateau in France. For most of the past century they created wonderful work on both sides of the Atlantic. Today, Trafford's widow, Isabel, continues the tradition by sharing the Rochefort en Terre chateau with American painters, under the auspices of MICA. She joins us today, along with co-founder Rob Seyffert, to talk about it.

Also, watch the ArtWorks special "Drawn to the Light: Portraits of Baltimore & Brittany" on May 2nd at 7:30pm.

MICA's Artist Residency Program at Rochefort en Terre

The beauty and majesty of the Chesapeake Bay have always been an inspiration to Tom McHugh. With fellow musicians Bill Matthews and Andy McCown, they formed the "Chesapeake Scenes" group, and their songs extol the wonder of this great natural resource. Today Tom and Bill join us to perform "The Chester River Song" in honor of Chesapeake Bay Week on MPT.

Chesapeake Bay Week on MPT
The Mainstay

Antiques Roadshow is a major American cultural phenomenon. As it peers into our nation's attics, finding treasure in our homes has never been more fun! Joining us is Baltimore appraiser J. Michael Flanigan, who will help us make sense of the Antique Roadshow mania. To enter the lottery for Roadshow tickets to the Baltimore event on June 16th, go to WGBH's website. Remember, May 3rd is the last day to submit entries for tickets to this show, and only by online entry.

To apply for Antiques Roadshow in Baltimore tickets

This week's Salon Art is from the Towson Artists Group, which is an open art collective that meets once a week. This collection of talented professional and emerging artists presents its first group show at the Towson Framing Gallery. The show offers the public a chance to see and purchase high-quality yet affordable original paintings and drawings in a variety of media and is available for viewing until May 19. The Towson Artists Group organized in March of 2006 by Andy Holzopfel. The Group includes members from all over Maryland, including Baltimore and Annapolis. “I wanted to create a relaxed environment where anyone could spend time developing their art,” says Holzopfel. “From beginners to lifelong artists, everyone is welcome.” While the Group’s weekly sessions focus exclusively on the human form, the show will feature work covering a wide range of subjects. Artists participating in the show include Holzopfel, Gretchen Anderson, Joanna Barnum, Rebecca Cason, David Diaz and Gil Jawetz. For more information, call 410-323-2192.

Towson Artists Group