Martha has
developed her artistic career from her natural instinct to
be self taught, her educational background in fine art and
education and her basic desire to explore the
opportunities of life.
"When my
grandfather died I was given his carving tools and this
was the beginning of my sculpting career. My
grandfather was a boat builder and carver. When I am
carving with his tools I feel that I am carrying on the
tradition of our family which has a great history of
creative artists."
Martha has also developed a
spontaneous way of connecting with people. Her choice to
get her Bachelor of Education was specifically related her
desire share her abilities as a facilitator and teacher.
One of her plans is to offer a coop teaching program here
at the Centre so that students can discover the joys and
challenges of being a creative artist. She enjoys
being a Life Skills facilitator and helps others to get
motivated and find practical action plans for moving ahead
into new positive ways of living.
"As
a child I was part of the craft shows and events at Elm
Tree Farm and was guided by my father to always find ways
of communicating with people. What piqued my interest in
this regard was a desire to help people explore the
discovery of life's opportunities."
The Artist
As a world
renowned stone sculptor and potter, Martha
enjoys her work and is a spontaneously creative spirit. Many
of her works of art are featured in homes and private offices
throughout Canada and the United States. They are also
featured as Rewards of Excellence through Recognition
Rewards programs.
Her Early Canadian
Reproduction Pottery line is recognized for authentic colour and
design. Martha’s "Signature Collection” pottery line, with its
elegant black iridescent glaze meets the modern styles and décor
of today.
Commissioned Works
Her commissioned works of
art can be seen in the Corporation of Halton Region offices, and
at historic sites such as Upper Canada Village, Dundurn Castle and
the Ontario Agricultural Museum.
Martha has won international
awards for her sculptures. Many of these have been shown in
galleries throughout the Greater Toronto area. Recently, Martha’s
“Signature Collection” pie plates were featured in the
“Lifestyles” section of The New York Times.
She has also enjoyed
networking through live television - The Eye of Toronto, CBC.
Martha’s works of art are sold at various highly recognized art
and design shows such as The Harbourfront and the One of a Kind
Show in Toronto. Featured articles in Country Living Magazine, and
The Country Estate Magazine have provided a great connection with
individuals and businesses of all kinds.
There are many ways to enjoy these wonderful hand crafted
works of art that speak of true value. We offer a
variety of purchase and leasing opportunities. These
works can be seen at Elm Tree Farm Studios Gallery and Gift
Shop.
Counselling Services
When you come to Elm Tree Centre, the natural, warm
atmosphere of this family farm provides an excellent setting that
is peaceful and inspirational. Martha's techniques are
easily understood and
approachable. In this safe environment, you have the
opportunity to make your lifestyle changes in ways that are both
beneficial and self-directed.
Martha's
practice provides her personal and business clients with a
variety of practical opportunities for success through life skills
workshops, success training, private
counseling, and meditations.
Let's get results. We'll take the time to find the approach that's right for
you.
Martha facilitates a process that includes
positive action plans for finding new ways that build
solid foundations and self confidence.
This service allows
those that are seeking freedom from self defeating habits
such as smoking, abuse, and self esteem issues to create a
new pattern for success.
The AYAEN - Healing Tones
"Toning uses
sound patterns to create balance."
Martha uses
varied sounds in her healing practice for creating balance. In 1997 a new series of sounds came
to
Martha's awareness. It became clear that this was a healing
song that could be used in many ways to help rejuvenate your
energy.
A few days later the words to the song came. "Ayaen" means
"I am".
