Monthly Muse
November 2025
Occasionally “reality” gets in the way of “life.”
This weekend is the Annual Goffstown Lions Club Craft Fair in the Goffstown Mountain View Middle School. We first did this show a couple years ago and it quickly became our favorite show to participate in. It is a very large, indoor show with over 70 vendors with an amazingly wide array of offerings.
On Wednesday, we had to make to call to let them know we would not be able to attend this year due to an unforeseen family medical event. Stephanie & I are fine. This “event” relates .
to a sibling that will need to move into our residence while awaiting treatment and more long term care
Knowing the diversity of talent and offerings at this Craft Fair, I am sure many of you will still be stopping by either Saturday or Sunday to start your holiday shopping. Hopefully we will be accepted back into the show in 2026.
This Weekend!!
LATE NOTICE:
Due to a family medical event we have been forced to drop out of this show in 2025.
Goffstown
Lions Club Annual
November 1st & 2nd
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Mountain View Middle School
41 Lauren Lane, Goffstown, NH
One of our favorite shows of the year
75 fantastic crafters and artisans from around New England
Two Days - Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 3pm
We are located just inside the gymnasium doors. Stop by, visit and see what we have for the holidays
$5 admission fee, Children under 12 free
The Gift of Art:
A Thoughtful Way to Celebrate the Holidays
Art makes a truly special gift—one that lasts far beyond the holiday season. Unlike many store-bought items, a painting, photograph, or handcrafted piece carries emotion, personality, and meaning. Whether it’s a landscape that stirs memories, a floral that brightens a room, or a piece that speaks to the heart, art can turn an ordinary moment into something unforgettable.
When shopping for art as a gift, consider the recipient’s style and living space. Think about colors they love, the mood you want to create, and the size of the piece. For those unsure of exact preferences, smaller matted prints or greeting card sets make excellent, versatile options.
This holiday season, give more than just a present—give beauty, inspiration, and a lasting memory through art.
A Thanksgiving Reflection from Mike & Stephanie
As Thanksgiving draws near, we find ourselves reflecting on the many blessings art has brought into our lives. As humble artisans, we know that creating in uncertain times is not always easy. Yet your continued encouragement, visits, kind words, and purchases have sustained and inspired us.
To our followers, customers, and collectors—thank you. You remind us that art still has the power to connect hearts, lift spirits, and bring beauty into the world. For that, we are profoundly grateful.
With appreciation and warm wishes,
Mike & Stephanie McQuade
McQuade Fine Arts
In the Frame Shop
Normally we would feature images of what Stephanie McQuade has been working on but not finished. Due to circumstances unknown at this time, those images have pretty much remained unchanged for a while, probably due to commitments to family and the Lakes Region Art Gallery where we both have art of the walls.
So this month we are featuring items that are in for digitizing and framing. These were hurriedly photographed in less than ideal lighting. The actual paintings are bright with more depth.
Windswept by Stephanie McQuade is an 18”x 14” Acrylic painting on canvas, soon to be mounted in a 21.5”x 17.5” solid wood frame with wire hanger.
Cosmos is an 8”x 10” Acrylic on Canvas by Stephanie McQuade, mounted in a black float frame.
Dead of Winter by Mike McQuade is a 30”x 9.5” archival Fine Art print on Baryta stock printed with pigment inks, mounted in an acid free, Gallery White matte under non-glare glass and sealed in a black, wood frame.
Winter Orchard by Mike McQuade is a 30”x 9.5” archival Fine Art print on Baryta stock printed with pigment inks, mounted in an acid free, Gallery White matte under non-glare glass and sealed in a black, wood frame.
Old Cuckold Fog & Light Station by Mike McQuade is a 30”x 9.5” archival Fine Art print on Baryta stock printed with pigment inks, mounted in an acid free, Gallery White matte under non-glare glass and sealed in a black, wood frame.
New in the Lakes Region Art Gallery
New Matte Prints
Sunset & Smoke
Archival Print on Baryta Silk Paper
Available as Prints with or without Matte
8”x 10” or 9"x 12”
Crawley Pond
Archival Print on Baryta Silk Paper
Available as Prints with or without Matte
8”x 12 or 9"x 12”
Clouds Over Winnisquam
Archival Print on Baryta Silk Paper
Available as Prints with or without Matte
8”x 12 or 9"x 12”
Autumn Echoes
Archival Print on Baryta Silk Paper
Available as Prints with or without Matte
8”x 12 or 9"x 12”
Recently Sold
We are truly grateful for this past month in sales. Artwork found new homes across the country, from Littleton, New Hampshire, to Houston, Texas. It is an honor to have the trust of our buyers and collectors, and we deeply appreciate your support. Thank you for helping sustain and grow our small art business.
We also greatly appreciate those who acquire matted prints and greeting cards. Together, you all help put food on the table, gas in the tanks, in inks on the paper.
[Limited Edition of 5]
