Asheville Gallery of Art will feature the work of Frances Greenberg during the month of July. Her show, titled “Recent Works,” presents Greenberg’s focus on the use of bold, exciting color. Her subjects vary from landscapes, both plein air and imagined, to interiors and figurative subjects. She works in pastelsContinue Reading
When you walk into Susan Marie Designs in downtown Asheville, you easily see in goldsmith Susan Marie Phipps’ creations her many years of experience in designing and hand making fine gold jewelry. The contemporary elegance of her stunning designs, which she skillfully forms with clean lines throughout, harmoniously unite nature’sContinue Reading
French Broad Artists Sahar Fakhoury, Sandra Brugh Moore and Virginia Pendergrass discussed whether their studio name might be misinterpreted to mean that the artists are French broads. But no, everyone knows the iconic French Broad River, which runs through the River Arts District right in front of their new studioContinue Reading
by Al Junek – A latecomer to the world of art, I am doing all I can, after a career in engineering, to make up for lost time. Unlike many who began painting at an early age, I discovered my art talent toward the end of my other career. OnContinue Reading
at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts Ticket holders can’t decide which part of Art in Bloom they like the best. Is it the incredible floral arrangements? Is it the Gala Party with delicious dinner and VIP vibe? Is it the cottage garden tour? Or is it the opportunityContinue Reading
On May 23 and 24, 2015, the eclectic and beautiful neighborhood of Kenilworth will welcome folks in search of inspiration and wondrous finds. Explore the studios of artists and craftspeople who live along the streets and cul-de-sacs of this historic residential area near central Asheville. In this off-square, hill-and-gully neighborhood,Continue Reading
My journey began in the ancient, forested mountains of western North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Little did my parents know that when they took me to Oconoluftee River for a Sunday afternoon picnic or camping among the bears in Cades Cove they were establishing my careerContinue Reading
Artists Transform Laurel Ridge Country Club Into Atelier. The idea of creating art in the public eye is familiar in the American South West. Patrons flock to outdoor quickdraws to watch plein-air and cowboy painters and snap up their works. In western North Carolina, artists tweaked the concept to craftContinue Reading
Experiencing Western North Carolina’s incredible artist community is easier than ever with the Weaverville Art Safari’s spring tour. Held May 2 and 3, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the free event offers an incredible way to experience art on a personal level. While most traditional art tours onlyContinue Reading
