January 2025

Announcing the Merger of
Two Fine Art Website

SCMcQuade.com and PhotoPiks.net are merging the talents and product lines
to become McQuade Fine Arts

During the summer of 2024 Mike and Stephanie finally came to the realization that maintaining two separate websites and domains was foolish since both artisan’s were in the Visual Arts field. This is how McQuade Fine Arts came about.

McQuade Fine Arts is now your home for Original Artworks in Watercolor, Acrylic and Pastels and for Archival Photographic Images on Paper, Metal, Acrylic or Canvas. With our commercial grade pigmented ink large format printers, we can also offer reproduction print made to order.

Our new website is your gateway to viewing art, prints and greeting cards.

Stephanie C McQuade's Gallery Pages for all genre of art and subject matter. Formerly “SCMcQuade.com”

Mike McQuade’s Gallery Pages for Photographic Land & Seascapes, flowers and wildlife and more.
Formerly PhotoPiks.net

McQuade Fine Arts offers a wide selection of “Frame Worthy” Greeting Cards, printed with pigmented inks for bright colors and durability, individually wrapped.

Fine Art Exhibit
Laconia's Historic Belknap Mill0
through January 30th.

Laconia’s Historic Belknap Mill proudly presents an inspiring exhibit of fine art paintings and photography by the talented husband-and-wife duo, Stephanie and Mike McQuade, both esteemed members of the Lakes Region Art Association. This captivating showcase will open on January 5th and run throughout the month, offering a unique opportunity to explore the McQuades’ diverse artistic perspectives.

An artist reception will take place on January 17th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, where guests can meet the artists, learn about their creative journeys, and purchase reproduction prints of select works.

Stephanie McQuade, an accomplished artist with a lifelong passion for the arts, hails from a family steeped in creativity, spanning music and visual arts. Her collection at the Belknap Mill features a stunning array of fine art pieces in watercolor, acrylic, and pastel. Her works explore an eclectic mix of subjects, including serene landscapes, vibrant florals, charming animals, and evocative still life compositions. Select reproduction prints of her art will be available for purchase during the reception.

Mike McQuade discovered his love for photography at the age of 14 and has since developed a keen eye for capturing the natural beauty of New England and the desert Southwest. His collection showcases breathtaking landscapes, intricate florals, and striking

Public Reception
January 17th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM

Meet and Greet with Stephanie & Mike McQuade
Original Art, prints and greeting cards available on site

wildlife photography, presented in diverse formats suchas framed archival prints, metal, and acrylic. Like Stephanie, Mike will also offer matted reproduction prints for sale during the reception.

As active members of the Lakes Region Art Association, Stephanie and Mike have consistently contributed to the region’s vibrant art scene. Their works are regularly featured at the Lakes Region Art Gallery in Tilton, NH, making this exhibit a must-see for art enthusiasts.

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience the creative synergy of two passionate artists. Visit the Belknap Mill this January to immerse yourself in the artistry of the McQuades.

Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon Street East, Laconia, NH 03246 / (603) 524-8813

Recent Wins Worth Mentioning

We hope everyone had a happy and joyous Christmas and New Year celebration. Being part of an Italian family, ours was filled with noise, great food and Stephanie’s famous platter of Christmas Cookies.

Every month we are blessed when our artworks find new homes. Not that each isn’t special, but these two deserve a spotlight.

Just before Thanksgiving, Stephanie was commissioned to create a pastel painting of a beloved pet. Once the artwork was completed, we digitized it to produce a personalized greeting card to accompany the art, then carefully matted and framed the piece in a wooden frame with non-glare glass. This thoughtful gift made Christmas morning truly unforgettable for a special member of this caring family.

It is always great to have a collector request a piece of art from either of us. This one sale of “Red Sky in the Morning” was a little more special. Visitors to Nubble Light usually view it from Sohier Park. The person who purchased this framed image just prior to Christmas is a descendant of the Boston native that donated the land to York, Maine and for whom the park is named.

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