Local Cloth Builds Textile Market in AVL; November Stories

Local Cloth supports a thriving fiber economy in Western North Carolina. Learn about our upcoming discussion with them and some amazing Local Cloth artists.

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Fiber Activism with Judi Jetson [Ep16]

Today's guest, fiber activist Judi Jetson, helps drive the recognition and economic development of textile-based local Western North Carolina artists.

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November Stories & News: For the Home, From the Heart, For the Family

November is a packed month for Artsville Collective with a bustling holiday party, art a la carte discussion, new exhibition with a holiday shop, and more!

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Upcoming Events at Artsville Collective

Event roundup! Here is what's happening at Artsville Collective to close out 2022. Local Asheville events, virtual art discussions, new podcasts and exhibtion, and more!

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“Don’t Touch the Art!” with Merrily Orsini [Ep15]

In today’s episode, Merrily shares the story of the artwork that brought her and her husband together, some of her favorite glass artists, how the glass art industry has changed during this century, and how she hopes to change the world for the better through her Art2025 project.

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October Stories & News at Artsville Collective

Here's what's happening at Artsville this October as 2022 prepares to come to a close. Join a live or virtual art discusion or celebrate at Artsville Gallery.

Artsville Feature: Ellen Golden’s Photography Reimagined

Ellen Golden transforms orginial nature images with an intuitive editing process on Photoshop, resulting in emotionally moving abstract artwork.

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Artsville Feature: Jo Miller Mimics Woven Basketry with Woodturning

Asheville-based artist Jo Miller creates intricate woodturning that fools the eye, as the wood masquerades as woven sweetgrass.

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September Stories & News at Artsville Collective

Here is a rundown of upcoming events at Artsville, current & upcoming exhibtions, and an introduction to two featured artists; Jo Miller & Ellen Golden.

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Kate Pett: Helping Asheville Artists Thrive [Ep14]

Rapid growth has benefits and downfalls. Kate Pett, Thrive Asheville's executive director, explains how her organization helps her community confront the latter.

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Artsville Feature: Panoramic Mountain Views With Bronwen McCormick

Artsville introduces Bronwen McCormick, who creates watercolors that capture the unique beauty of Western North Carolina.

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Artsville Feature: Find Serenity Within Mary Farmer’s Encaustic Paintings

Artsville introduces Mary Farmer, the artist and activist, who creates peaceful encaustic paintings that make you feel like you're on a meandering hike.

Events & Exhibitions

Events: September 9-10 Artsville Weekend

Join Artsville for weekend of art and friendship. Enjoy a virtual talk with Jim McDowell on Sept. 9, and party with Artsville Collective in person at Marquee on Sept. 10.

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August News and Stories at Artsville Collective

Here's how Artsville Collective is closing out the summer. A new exhibition, podcast on Jim McDowell, and a very Artsvillle weekend.

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Jim McDowell: The Need to Look Back in Order to Move Forward [Ep 13]

Today, we welcome ceramic artist, Jim McDowell, to the Artsville Podcast! Jim, known to many as the Black Potter, is a ceramicist based in Weaverville, North Carolina, who specializes in stoneware face jugs, a type of vessel that bears the likeness of the human face. Through his work, he honors t...

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Group Exhibition ‘A Walk in the Woods’ Opens at Artsville Collective

Group exhibition, "A Walk in the Woods," opens at Artsville Collective at Marquee, featuring the inspiring work of 5 guest artists.

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Looking at the World Differently with Kenn Kotara [Ep12]

Today’s guest on the Artsville Podcast is the one and only Kenn Kotara, a contemporary mixed-media abstract artist based in Asheville, North Carolina. Kenn’s practice has been shaped by his lifelong fascination with architecture, philosophy, and literature, and he masterfully expresses himsel...

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July News and Stories at Artsville Collective

Here's what's happening at Artsville Collective this July.

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Robert Nicholas: Artistic Visionary [Ep11]

Creating spaces for art to thrive is becoming more and more important as the world goes digital. Marquee is one such space in Asheville that was borne of the vision of lighting designer, antique dealer, entrepreneur, and real estate developer, Robert Nicholas. In this episode, we find out all abo...

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Finding Your Calling with Viola Spells [Ep10]

Most artists know their calling from a young age and enter into the creative world in early adulthood with little to no savings. “Finding your calling” was difficult for one of the legends of the art world, Viola Spells.

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Party: CELEBRATE with Artsville Collective

Saturday, June 4th from 2-5pm at Marquee Asheville. Celebrate with the guest artists now showing at Artsville Collective (Karen Stastny, Michelle Wise, and Betsy Meyer) and the Art a la Carte speakers. All are welcome. Free event.

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In Living Color: At Home with Paint, Paper, and Thread

Showing the paintings of abstract artist Karen Stastny, textiles from Betsy Meyer and mixed media from Michelle Wise. Retro Pop contemporary with animation from Daryl Slaton and Louise Glickman’s mixed media and fiber art continue.

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The Beauty of Surprise with Rhona Polonsky [Ep9]

Today’s guest lived and worked in many exotic parts of the world before finding her way to Artsville, where she is currently very happily residing and exhibiting her work. Whether in India, Indonesia, or Ghana, Rhona Polonsky has always sought out beauty and surprise, and therefore she has alwa...

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Tails of Whimsy with Daryl Slaton [Ep8]

Daryl’s youthful spirit and infectious laughter illuminate his journey in the art world, while he shares his insights on the dedication required to hone creative talents and his process for finding inspiration.

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Grovewood Village + Gallery: A Handmade Legacy with Tom Anders [Ep5]

In today’s episode, we’re taking a dive into the history behind how Asheville became Artsville, with Tom Anders from Grovewood Gallery! Located in the historic Grovewood Village, which once housed the weaving and woodworking operations of Biltmore Industries, Grovewood Gallery is nationally r...