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Enka-Candler in Photographs: Legacy and Future

Enka-Candler in Photographs: Legacy and Future

In September’s travelogue, ArtsvilleUSA heads to semi-rural Candler to see photographer Bob Ware’s new exhibition, 'Enka-Candler: Byways and Crossroads.'

The Kitagawa School: A New Vision of Craft, Ecology, and Community in Western North Carolina

The Kitagawa School: A New Vision of Craft, Ecology, and Community in Western North Carolina

Founded by Asheville sculptors Melissa Engler and Graeme Priddle, The Kitagawa School nurtures the relationship between craft, creativity, and the land.

Jewelry Artist Mary Timmer: Uncovering the ‘Softness’ in Metal

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Jewelry Artist Mary Timmer: Uncovering the ‘Softness’ in Metal

Located just north of Asheville in quaint Weaverville, NC, Mary Timmer’s studio is one of four spaces occupying the back of Miya Gallery on Main Street.

The Center for Craft’s New Residency Program Spotlights the Artists of Western North Carolina

The Center for Craft’s New Residency Program Spotlights the Artists of Western North Carolina

Sponsored by the Center for Craft, the WNC Artist Residency allocates resources to two craft-based artists living and working in Western North Carolina.

Infinite Horizons: A Journey Through Sue Dolamore's Creative Universe

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Infinite Horizons: A Journey Through Sue Dolamore's Creative Universe

Sue Dolamore's art is a journey of boundless experimentation, reflecting human emotion and connection, fostering creation and healing.

Tiffany Payne: Crafting Magic in Asheville's Metal Scene

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Tiffany Payne: Crafting Magic in Asheville's Metal Scene

Tiffany Payne, WNC native, crafts heirloom-quality jewelry inspired by Appalachia and heritage empowering wearers with timeless elegance.

Justin Breitzke: Crafting Wholeness Through Mixed Media

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Justin Breitzke: Crafting Wholeness Through Mixed Media

Justin Breitzke's journey from carpentry to mixed media art reflects resilience, experimentation, and the transformative power of creativity.

Elle Tracey: Celebrating Fluidity and Evolution in Art

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Elle Tracey: Celebrating Fluidity and Evolution in Art

Elle Tracey: Celebrating fluidity and evolution in art. Explore her transformative work at artsvilleusa.com.

Get Spruced Up! at Craft in the Courtyard April 25 2024

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Get Spruced Up! at Craft in the Courtyard April 25 2024

On April 25, enjoy Craft in the Courtyard, a delightful meet-and-greet with ArtsvilleUSA, WINK Hair Salon, Further Boutique, and the ever-popular FIG restaurant. On this special day, these creative businesses bring attention to crafts and creativity showing makers of jewelry, ceramics, glass and wearable weavings, products for hair care, fashion-forward

Capturing the Soul of Appalachia: Anne Asplin's Watercolor Reflections

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Capturing the Soul of Appalachia: Anne Asplin's Watercolor Reflections

Capturing the Soul of Appalachia: Anne Asplin's Watercolor Reflections

Isabelle Klauder - A Statement of Femininity in Fabric and Florals

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Isabelle Klauder - A Statement of Femininity in Fabric and Florals

Klauder challenges conventional representations of femininity, weaving together societal expectations with botanical imagery.

Artful Adventures: Unveiling Hidden Treasures - Art in Hotels from New York to Asheville

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Artful Adventures: Unveiling Hidden Treasures - Art in Hotels from New York to Asheville

Explore art, history, and heritage through hotel stays. From The Beekman in NYC's historic site to Asheville's Grand Bohemian and Kimpton Hotel Arras, discover captivating collections and immerse in cultural experiences.

Asheville Art Marketer Marla Tambellini: An Edgy, Artsy, and Inviting Destination for All

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Asheville Art Marketer Marla Tambellini: An Edgy, Artsy, and Inviting Destination for All

Discover the magic of Asheville with its vibrant arts scene and beyond on the Artsville Podcast! Join us as host Louise Glickman speaks with Marla Tambellini, Senior VP of Marketing at Explore Asheville as she retires after almost 30 years as a masterful spokesperson and marketer, especially for the arts.

Artsville’s First Virtual Gallery CoHort Launches!

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Artsville’s First Virtual Gallery CoHort Launches!

Artsville's first cohort for their Virtual Gallery launches with nine artists in a wide variety of mediums. The experience offers more than exposure, and connects art lovers and artists across WNC.

So You Want to be a Real Artist?Appalachian State University Builds Creative Careers in the High Country

So You Want to be a Real Artist?Appalachian State University Builds Creative Careers in the High Country

Appalachian State University's Art and Applied Design Programs are gems hidden in the North Carolina High Country.

Retrospective: Penland Auction 2023

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Retrospective: Penland Auction 2023

Revisiting Penland School of Craft's Benefit Auction 2023

Julia Woodman Honored at this year’s Penland Auction

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Julia Woodman Honored at this year’s Penland Auction

Julia Woodman will be the first Penland artist to be honored with the Lucy Morgan Award at the Lucy Morgan Leaders luncheon at the 38th Annual Penland Benefit Auction on Friday, August 25.

BLISS Art Tour Brings 800 Enthusiasts to Biltmore Lake

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BLISS Art Tour Brings 800 Enthusiasts to Biltmore Lake

We're celebrating the success of the inagural Biltmore Lake Imaginative Studio Stroll (BLISS), co-produced by Artsville to build cultural capital in Western Bucombe.

From Concept to Collection: How Jim McDowell’s New Face Jug Made It to The Nasher Museum Collection [Part II]

From Concept to Collection: How Jim McDowell’s New Face Jug Made It to The Nasher Museum Collection [Part II]

Welcome to part two of the three-part series following the path of a finished work to a museum collection. Jim McDowell's 'Red Tails' face jug will soon be a part of the collection at the Nasher Museum of Art.

From Concept to Collection: How Jim McDowell’s New Face Jug Made It to the Nasher Museum Collection [Part I]

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From Concept to Collection: How Jim McDowell’s New Face Jug Made It to the Nasher Museum Collection [Part I]

This is the first of a three-part series following the path of a finished work to a museum collection. Jim McDowell’s “Red Tails” face jug will soon be a part of the collection at the Nasher Museum of Art.

Artsville Introduces Backstory with Watercolorist Bronwen McCormick [Interview]

Artsville Introduces Backstory with Watercolorist Bronwen McCormick [Interview]

We're introducing a collection of backstories from artists that have shown with us over the past few years, starting with watercolorist Bronwen McCormick.