Artist Jo Ridge Kelley echoes the fleeting beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in vivid creations, channeling Appalachia’s untamed essence through light, color, and raw emotion. In the quiet early…
The Resilient and Captivating Art of Nadine Charlsen
An innovative wax-sealing technique saved Nadine Charlsen’s watercolor paintings from a devastating flood. In the below interview she shares her process, inspirations, and the story behind her “hurricane survivor” artworks….
Molly Courcelle Studio + Gallery: A Studio Transformed
After Hurricane Helene, artist Molly Courcelle transformed her studio into Molly Courcelle Studio + Gallery, offering a home for displaced artists’ work and fostering a renewed sense of community and resilience.
New Art and New artists Join Art on 7th in January
After a prolonged closure since February 1, 2024, due to the 7th Avenue Streetscape project, Art on 7th is set to reopen on January 15, 2025. However, the gallery will…
Experience the Magic of Fiber and Textile Art—An Event To Leave You Awestruck!
The Art of Fiber and Textile February 1-21, at The Art Place Gallery in Hendersonville The Art League hosts “The Art of Fiber and Textile” from February 1 to 21…
Post Hurricane Helene’s painful devastation, Deborah Anderson finds hope
Three months after Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville, local artists face significant challenges related to their livelihoods and creative spaces. Limited studio availability, a loss of revenue, and the emotional impact…
What is the River Arts Ditrict’s Future After Helene?
By Dennis Ray River Arts District Recovery A month after Hurricane Helene’s devastating destruction, with the waters receded and assessments underway, the greater Asheville area is left wondering whether the…
JL Architecturals will transform Your curb appeal with Aluminum Elegance
By Dennis Ray After building a successful gate and fencing business in Florida, James Orlowski moved it to Landrum, SC, in 20—. His company, JL Architecturals, has 30 years in…
Rebecca Kahrs: Watercolor Artist In Brevard, NC Inspired By Nature
Rebecca Kahrs watercolor artist from Brevard, North Carolina, paints vibrant still lifes, plants, and wildlife paintings. With a background in interior design and fine art from Brigham Young University and…