Andrea's focus is on woodcarving although she also enjoys drawing, woodworking, and painting. A passion for the past inspires and often leads this young artist to carve birds, animals and objects with an intrinsic understanding of days-gone-by. Many of her pieces are artificially aged to suggest that they have been here for decades. Often, Andrea's carvings incorporate antique or found items in the overall design. 

Inspiration is drawn from many sources including nature and the peaceful surroundings the Muskoka area provides as well as 18th and 19th century folk art furniture and art. Mixing the old with new ideas is an interesting challenge and allows Andrea to use her imagination and sense of humour.

Andrea has been commissioned on a few occasions to create one of a kind pieces for enthusiastic folk art collectors. She participates in Muskoka Arts & Crafts' Annual Summer Show.

Andrea Turnbull was educated at the University of McMaster with a Bachelor's Degree in History but is a self-taught artist.

During the summer months, Andrea's Port Carling store, Thyme of the Season, is open to the public She encourages people to come, tour her studio and store as well as to take a walk in her garden and enjoy the peaceful and picturesque setting.