western north carolina

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Rural Western North Carolina Arts Community Unites to Heal and Rebuild After Hurricane Helene

In Mitchell and Yancey counties, local artists, volunteers, and arts organizations spearheaded the disaster relief response. Here’s how to support them.

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Beyond the Storm: 6 Asheville Artists Reflect on Their Losses in Helene’s Aftermath

‘The biggest impact on me and my family is a loss of income as we move forward through these next few months without much tourism.’

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Photojournalist Michael Freas Documents Disaster, Destruction, and Hope in Asheville

In a special bonus episode, Asheville-based photojournalist Michael Freas joins us to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina.

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Rising Above the Flood: Resilience in Asheville's River Arts District After Hurricane Helene

A week after the record-high waters subsided, River Arts District artists gathered to assess the damage, share stories of hope, and create an action plan.

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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.'

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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.

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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.

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July Roundup: Quilting With Wood, Lobsters and Lighthouses, WNC Craft Residencies

In this month’s roundup, we chat with woodworker Valerie Berlage, nibble on lobster rolls in Nova Scotia, and learn about the Center for Craft’s new residency.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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October’s Featured Artists: Explore Art through Intricate Jewelry, Captivating Textiles, and Ethereal Paintings

Explore the creative journeys of three exceptional artists from WNC. Wendy Newman's transition from fashion and photography to mandala art, Elizabeth Walton's interpretation of nature through metal jewelry, and Amy Massey's integration of diverse life experiences into her artwork. These artists' ...

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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.

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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.

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Retrospective: Penland Auction 2023

Revisiting Penland School of Craft's Benefit Auction 2023

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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.

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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.

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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.