Many define abstract art as having nothing to do with observable realities in the physical, mental, emotional, psychological, or any conceptual aspect of what this life is all about. I agree with that! That definition explains what abstract art is not.  The mind views abstract differently. If it’s not oneContinue Reading

John Warner Photography In downtown Asheville, a true Buon fresco is going up across the back wall of the sanctuary at 297 Haywood Street. It is an unlikely gallery for one of the most expensive and time-consuming art forms known to man.  Fresco is a physically and mentally demanding artContinue Reading

Asheville Gallery of Art’s October show, “In Vivid Color!” features the work of Judy Rentner, who fills her landscapes with glorious color and light. The show runs October 1-31 during gallery hours, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. A reception for the artist will beContinue Reading

Appalachian Pastel Society presents “Big Little Paintings,” October 3-30 at BlackBird Frame and Art in Asheville. Award-winning pastel artists from across the Western Appalachian region are featured in the 2019 non-juried member show, showcasing their talents in an intimate format. Although sizes vary, artists are charged with creating small paintingsContinue Reading

  The Maggie Valley Labor Day Arts and Crafts Show returns August 31 and September 1 2019  to the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.  In its 28th year the popularity continues to grow! “Labor Day is a very popular time to visit the mountains” says Teresa Smith, Maggie Chamber Executive Director.Continue Reading