Amidst the River Arts District’s Studio Stroll by Greg Vineyard 170-plus artists across twenty-two historic buildings down by the French Broad River open their doors collectively to welcome thousands of…
Interview with Leo Monahan
Color and Concept by Greg Vineyard Concept is EVERYTHING!” Leo Monahan exclaimed during our recent conversation. I had the distinct pleasure of hearing these words directly from the man himself…
Good Works For Good Causes
The Spirit of Giving Can Be Collaborative by Greg Vineyard I’ve written from time to time about “the art of charitable giving” because our area’s abundant creative talent dovetails well…
Art Collecting 101
Some Thoughts On Bringing Home What You Want by Greg Vineyard Collecting art can be a rewarding aspect of creating a happy home (or office) environment, especially in Western North…
The Simplicities of Summer
Musings on the Delightfully Mundane by Greg Vineyard It’s truly summertime. Late nights on the porch, watching fireflies drift up and down with the temperature. Turkey hens and their broods…
River Arts District Studio Stroll Returns June 9 and 10!
It’s a Synergy Thing by Greg Vineyard Well, it’s that time again. You know, that extra-special event known as STUDIO STROLL, hosted by the River Arts District Artists (RADA). Over…
Gung-ho For Art!
Musings on art communities from the sci-fi loving shut-in by Greg Vineyard Although I did spend quite some time on Facebook recently reading peoples’ 75th birthday wishes to Star Trek’s…
Renewal for the Creative Brain
Sometimes the “old” can be new again by Greg Vineyard Aaahhh, another Spring has sprung itself upon us. It shouldn’t come as a surprise, but I admit that every March,…
Appreciating The Path
An Inspiring Visit with Artist Daniel McClendon by Greg Vineyard You know when you have an elusive, yet ever-present idea in your brain, waiting for that big bang where it…