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Living the Cycle of the Garden by Amy Goldstein-Rice is part of the exhibit UP/STATE, a selection of recent works by the twelve members of Southern Exposure. UP/STATE will be on view in the UPSTATE Gallery on Main, in Spartanburg, SC, from May 9 - June 30, 2017. See the article on Page 18. ARTICLE INDEX Advertising Directory This index has active links, just click on the Page number and it will take you to that page. Listed in order in which they appear in the paper. Page 1 - Cover - UPSTATE Gallery on Main - Amy Goldstein-Rice Page 3 - North Charleston Arts Festival Page 2 - Article Index, Advertising Directory, Contact Info, Links to blogs, and Carolina Arts site Page 5 - Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art Page 4 - Editorial Commentary & North Charleston Arts Fest Page 6 - Peter Scala Page 6 - North Charleston Arts Fest cont. Page 7 - Rhett Thurman, Anglin Smith Fine Art, Helena Fox Fine Art, Spencer Art Galleries, Page 8 - North Charleston Arts Fest cont. & Charleston County Public Library The Wells Gallery at the Sanctuary, McCallum-Halsey Studios, Corrigan Gallery, Page 9 - Charleston Artist Guild & Anglin Smith Fine Art Saul Alexander Foundation Gallery, City Gallery at Waterfront Park, City of North Page 10 - Anglin Smith Fine Art cont., Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portrait, Ella W. Richardson Fine Charleston Art Gallery, Redux Contemporary Art Center & Halsey Institute of Art, Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows, Meyer Vogl Gallery & Ann Long Fine Art Contemporary Art, and Gibbes Museum of Art Page 11 - Ann Long Fine Art cont., Corrigan Gallery & Ellis Nicholson Gallery Page 8 - Fabulon Art & Halsey-McCallum Studios Page 12 - Ellis Nicholson Gallery cont., 38th Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhibition & Page 9 - Karen Burnette Garner & The Wells Gallery at the Sanctuary The Quench Project by Robert Maniscalco Page 11 - Whimsy Joy by Roz & Call for Lowcountry Ceramic Artists Page 14 - The Quench Project by Robert Maniscalco cont. & Art League of Hilton Head Page 13 - 38th Piccolo Spoleto Fine Craft Shows Page 14 - Page 16 - SC Festival of Flowers, Main & Maxwell & Heritage Trail Pottery Tour Art League of Hilton Head Page 15 - Greenwood Tourism / The Emerald Triangle Page 18 - ARTISPHERE & Upstate University / UPSTATE Gallery on Main Page 17 - Main & Maxwell ~ Art by Hand Page 19 - UPSTATE Gallery on Main cont. & West Main Artists Co-Op Page 18 - 6th Annual Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and Sale Page 21 - West Main Artists Co-Op cont., Greenville Center for Creative Arts & Page 19 - Hampton III Gallery Cabarrus Arts Council Page 20 - Metropolitan Arts Council / MAC Gallery / Centre Stage / Chamber of Commerce Page 22 - Hickory Museum of Art, Gallery 27, Mint Museum Uptown, Jerald Melberg Gallery & Page 21 - Upstate University / UPSTATE Gallery on Main Arts Council of York County Page 24 - Lancaster County AG + ART Tour Page 23 - Arts Council of York County cont. & City of Rock Hill / Fewell Park Art Classes Page 25 - Noelle Brault, Northlight Studio / Laurie McIntosh, The Gallery at Nonnah’s & Page 25 - Aiken Center for the Arts Michael Story Page 26 - Aiken Center for the Arts cont. & Sumter County Gallery of Art Page 26 - One Eared Cow Glass Gallery & City Art Gallery Page 27 - Sumter County Gallery of Art cont. 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North Charleston, SC: stitute of America. Haga currently serves The SC Palmetto Hands Fine Craft on the boards of the South Carolina Arts Annual North Charleston Arts Competition & Exhibition will take place Alliance and the International Council of at the Charleston Area Convention Center, Fine Arts Deans and on the advisory board Exhibit Hall A, located at 5001 Coliseum of Fine Craft Shows Charleston, LLC. Fest Takes Place May 3-7, 2017 Drive, on view from May 3 - 7, 2017. A Haga has written exhibition reviews The annual North Charleston Arts reception and awards announcement will for The New Art Examiner, Art Papers, Ella W. Richardson Fine Art Fest will open on May 3 and conclude be held on May 3, from 6-8pm. There will Carolina Arts, and the Charleston City on May 7, throughout North Charleston, be free admission and parking. Paper. He has served as a slide juror for SC. The celebration of arts and culture Fine craft artists and artisans from the Piccolo Spoleto Craft Exhibition for highlights the talents of national, regional, across South Carolina will participate several years and has judged exhibitions and local artists and performers in the in this annual South Carolina Palmetto in the southeastern United States. Haga areas of dance, music, theatre, visual arts, Hands Fine Craft Competition & Exhibi- has been a grant panelist for many orga- Donny Weber and literature. Performances, activities, tion, working in clay, fiber, glass, metal, nizations, including the South Carolina and exhibits are scheduled to take place wood, and 3-D mixed media. As the Arts Commission, the Coastal Community in a variety of venues throughout the city state’s only fine craft competition and Foundation of South Carolina, and the of North Charleston, including libraries, exhibition, objects juried into the exhibit Oregon Arts Commission. Scene from a previoue Arts Fest Art Walk and Plein Air Artist Workshop community centers, businesses, and parks. Arts Fest Street Dance, which will now be compete for cash prizes totaling up to The Judged Fine Art & Photography Many of the offerings are free, and those called the Arty Block Party. Photo by Elizabeth $6,500. Artists also have the option of of- Competitions & Exhibitions will also take that are ticketed are moderately priced. Courtenay. fering their work for consideration to tour place at the Charleston Area Convention Now in its 35th year, the North the Arts Fest will host the inaugural Arty the state through the South Carolina State Center, located at 5001 Coliseum Drive, Charleston Arts Fest is considered to Block Party, an outdoor street celebration Museum’s Traveling Exhibitions Program on view from May 3 - 7, 2017. A recep- May 19 - 22nd, 2017 be one of the most comprehensive arts that combines events previously known as following the close of the exhibition. tion and award announcement will be held festivals in the state. The City of North the Art Walk and the Street Dance. Visual The juror for this exhibition is Michael on May 3, from 6-8pm. There will be free Charleston Cultural Arts Department, art highlights during the festival include W. Haga, Associate Dean at the Col- admission and parking. which organizes and presents the event, the 12th annual National Outdoor Sculp- lege of Charleston School of the Arts in is excited to introduce revisions to this ture Exhibition; the 11th Annual African Charleston, SC. As associate dean he is year’s festival schedule, focusing on American Fiber Art Exhibition: Move responsible for the School’s administra- quality of programming and the patron On Up and Reach the Higher Ground; tive activities as well as projects related experience. “From humble beginnings as and solo exhibitions by Philadelphia, PA, to donor cultivation and stewardship and a one-day community celebration at Park based artist Jasmine Alleger, local painter educational/cultural programming. Haga Circle, the festival has developed into and sculptor Fletcher Williams III, and the received a Bachelor of Business Admin- one of our most anticipated annual City City’s current artist-in-residence Caroline istration degree from Roanoke College events,” says North Charleston Mayor, Self. and a Master of Arts and Liberal Studies Keith Summey. “The Cultural Arts staff This year, the Arts Fest Expo at the degree from Hollins College (now Hollins Call to register or for inquiries and their partners have worked hard to Charleston Area Convention Center is University). produce a festival that uses performing, presented as the culmination of the week’s Haga taught Art History 101 at the Col- View from a previous “Judged Fine Art Compe- tition & Exhibition” visual, and literary arts to expose, engage, festivities on Saturday and Sunday, May 6 lege for twenty years and was named Out- and inspire residents and visitors from all & 7, from 11am-5pm each day. The Expo standing Adjunct Faculty in Art History in Fine artists will participate in the an- 843.722.3660 walks of life.” is considered the festival’s flagship event 1999, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. He also nual North Charleston Arts Fest Judged Arts Fest offerings include concerts and features free admission and parking to taught Introduction to Arts Management Fine Art Competition & Exhibition and www.ellarichardson.com ranging from classical to contemporary, more than 40 performances on four stages, in the Spring 1998 semester. He has been compete for cash awards in five categories theatre presentations, children’s programs, judged fine art and photography shows, involved with several organizations during totaling up to $6,000. Categories include workshops and demonstrations, lectures, the 16th Annual South Carolina Palmetto his time at the College, serving on the acrylic, oil, drawing/pastel, watercolor, exhibitions, receptions, public art instal- Hands Juried Fine Craft Exhibit, a gem boards of the Lowcountry Arts and Cul- and 2-D mixed media. Awards will be at lations, and more. The revamped North & mineral show, children’s activities, art/ tural Council, Print Studio South, and the the sole discretion of the judge, Veronica Charleston Famers Market kicks off its craft/antique vendors, and a food court- South Carolina Artisans Center. He also Kessenich, an Atlanta, GA, native. 2017 season at the Felix Davis Commu- yard. has served on the Charleston County Mag- Kessenich has been working in the arts nity Center in Park Circle as part of this The following is about the visual art net School of the Arts’ School Governance for more than 15 years, and was hired as year’s festival. offerings during the 2017 North Charles- Council as a community representative Executive Director of Atlanta Contem- Just around the corner in the Olde ton Arts Fest, taking place throughout and as Program Coordinator for the South porary in July 2015 after serving for two Village area on East Montague Avenue continued above on next column to the right Carolina Society of the Archaeological In- continued on Page 6 Page 4 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 5 North Charleston Arts Fest Downtown Charleston, SC, Map & Gallery Guide continued from Page 4 / back to Page 4 SC State Ports Hasell Street Hasell Street College of Charleston - Map A Beaufain Street years as the organization’s Development held at the North Charleston City Gallery Warren Street John Stree t SCALA Union Pier Director. She is a graduate of the Uni- (w/in Charleston Area Convention Center) Surrealist Painter 1 versity of St. Andrews (Scotland) where located at 5001 Coliseum Drive, on view she earned a Masters of Philosophy in from May 3 - 31, 2017. A reception will Marion Sq. Park A uthority King Street King

Art History and received her undergradu- be held on May 3, from 6-8pm. Meet the Street Meeting ate degree from Saint Mary’s College in artist on May 6, and 7, from 11am-5pm, Calhoun Street Pinckney Street Pinckney Street Indiana. In recognition of her valuable during the Arts Fest Expo. 37 Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art contributions to the arts, Kessenich was Judy McSween, winner of the 2017 38 Simons Center of the Arts named one of Atlanta’s Women of Power North Charleston Arts Fest Design Charleston in the fall issue of The Atlantan (2015) Competition, will display a new series of Place 41 and received the CCA Community Impact abstract paintings, including her winning Street Philip St. SC State Ports George Street George Street Market Street Award from Emory University in 2016. design, Scraping the Sky II. The pieces Passenger Terminal

Kessenich currently resides in Sandy featured in Take Me With You focus on the Street King S. Market Downtown Charleston Galleries Springs, GA, and serves as an adjunct concept of “shared discovery.” Both the US Customs instructor at Agnes Scott College, as well drama of extremes and the serenity of the House 1. Rhett Thurman Studio as on the boards of the Atlanta Printmak- familiar are addressed in these abstract 39 Princess Alley Lingard Alley 2. Corrigan Gallery A uthority ers Studio and MINT. land and sea-inspired scenes. These works Street State 3. Anglin Smith Fine Art Concord Street Concord Professional and Amateur Photogra- elicit feelings of freedom alongside the Street Bay E ast Fulton Street Street Meeting RR phers will participate in the annual North joy of discovery—feelings that make last- 4. Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art Horlbeck Alley Cumberland Street Charleston Arts Fest Judged Photography ing connections when they are shared. Clifford Alley 5. Spencer Gallery Competition & Exhibition and compete “The act of painting produces a vis- 40 6. Helena Fox Fine Art for cash awards in two categories total- ceral effect on me and on viewers when Jacob’s Alley Gibbes ing $1,450. Categories include color and they observe my art,” McSween explains. Museum monochrome. Awards will be at the sole “We journey together through a painting, of Art Church Street Church RR discretion of the judge, Rick Rhodes. Rho- taking in the challenges and rejoicing in 2 des earned degrees in Commercial Pho- the revelations.” McSween uses subtle St. A rchdale tography and Color Technology at Brooks textural surfaces in her paintings to add an Queen Street Queen Street Dock 3 Waterfront Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, element of unpredictability. Street CA, and Southeast Center for Photograph- McSween was born in Warren, OH, Theatre Park ic Studies in Daytona Beach, FL. He has and earned a BFA with a specialization RR owned and operated Rick Rhodes Photog- in painting from Bowling Green State raphy & Imaging, LLC, in West Ashley University in Bowling Green, OH. She Street State for more than 18 years and is well versed moved to Charleston, SC, in 2008 and Street Prioleau 42 in aerial, architecture, landscape, portrait, has participated in numerous regional art Chalmers Street N. Atlantic Wharf and product photography. shows since then. Her paintings have also Institutional Spaces The 11th Annual African American been featured on the cover of the Charles- RR Map Legend 37. Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art Fiber Art Exhibition (2017) – Move On ton County Parks and Recreation Pro- Meeting Street Meeting Up & Reach the Higher Ground, will take gram Guide and the 2015 baseball novel, “Eve’s Lament” oil on linen 30 x 24 inches Washington 38. Simons Center for the Arts Park Street Church

Parking Garage Street King place at the North Charleston City Hall, Dreaming .400. She currently paints in “Contemplate” RR RR Street Bay E ast 39. Halsey-McCallum Studios 1st & 2nd floors, located at 2500 City her home studio and teaches part-time at 4 40. Gibbes Museum of Art Hall Lane, on view from May 1 - June 23, The Montessori Community School of June 1 - 29, 2017 Surface Parking Lot 41. Art Institute of Charleston Gallery 2017. A lecture and exhibition tour will be Charleston. Broad Street Broad Street offered on May 5, from noon-2pm, with a Saul Alexander Gallery at the Charleston Public Library 42. City Gallery at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Public Park 5 6 reception offered from 6-8pm. There will 68 Calhoun Street • Charleston, SC Waterfront Park be free admission and parking. African American fiber artists from Studio: 843-225-3313 • www.peterscala.com RR Public Rest Rooms across the nation will participate in the 11th Annual African American Fiber Art Exhibition: Move on Up and Reach the San Diego Museum of Contemporary Art Higher Ground, a component of the 2017 (2015). In 2015, he was named an Art Rhett Thurman The deadline each month to North Charleston Arts Fest. The theme for Matters Grantee and an Alternate Roots Helena Fox submit articles, photos and this year’s exhibition is inspired by the Visual Arts Scholar. ads is the 24th of the month music of the 1970’s that sought to unify Wanderlust: The Yucatan features Studio fine Art and lift the spirit of our nation, specifically works by Jasmine Alleger, on view at the 241 King Street prior to the next issue. songs such as Stevie Wonder’s Higher North Charleston City Hall, 3rd floor, Charleston, SC This will be May 24th for the June “From a Distance” by Fletcher Williams III 843-577-6066 106-A Church Street Ground and Move On Up by Curtis May- located at 2500 City Hall Lane, on view Charleston, SC 29401 2017 issue and field. The challenge for this special exhibit City Block, featuring works by Fletcher May 1 through June 23, 2017. A reception June 24 for the July 2017 issue. is for artists to create a fiber work, such as Williams III, is located at the Historic will be held on May 5, from 6-8pm. 843.723.0073 also showing at You can contact us by calling an art quilt, doll, wearable art piece, etc., Reynolds Avenue Fire Station, located at Viewing times: May 1-June 23, 2017, Horton Hayes Fine Art www.helenafoxfineart.com that explores the ideas of creating a better 2006 Reynolds Avenue, on view through 8:00am-7:00pm 12 State St • Charleston, SC • 843-958-0014 Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm or by appt. 843/693-1306. world, journeying toward self-awareness, June 3, 2017. For years Jasmine Alleger’s work fo- and ascending to a position of loving ac- Local sculptor and painter Fletcher cused on representing acute details of her ceptance of all people. Williams III presents City Block, a series everyday life. In a sense she was creating Gibbes Museum of Art Organized and presented by the City of new work inspired by the North personal journals of particularly mundane Your Ad Here Your Ad Here of North Charleston Cultural Arts Depart- Charleston cityscape. With the use of aspects of her daily routine by combin- Work by Caroline M. Self ment, and curated by Torreah “Cookie” reclaimed wood, automotive paints, and ing collaged found materials with painted unique abstractness of Wassily Kandinsky Experience Charleston’s History Washington, this unique opportunity various building materials, Williams has imagery. More recently, Alleger has turned and Willem de Kooning. In her exhibit, Reach our readers with this size ad, Through Art. Reach our readers with this size ad, offers African American fiber artists a created three-dimensional works that her focus outward, examining the pecu- Rhythm in Blues, she presents a collec- our smallest starting at $10 our smallest starting at $10 showcase to exhibit their original and in- symbolize the deconstruction and trans- liarities of daily life in other countries and tion of new mixed media works that 135 Meeting Street in novative designs. This exhibition oppor- formation of local neighborhoods. Motifs cultures. utilize movement on canvas as a means to Historic Downtown Charleston, SC To start in the next issue tunity is open to African American artists employed in these works are those that In October 2015, Alleger spent ten celebrate the unique spiritual dance of the To start in the next issue call 843/693-1306 or residing in the US, ages 18 and older, Williams finds most distinctive and unique days exploring the Yucatan, Mexico. She rhythm of life. call 843/693-1306 or 843/722-2706 e-mail to ([email protected]) e-mail to ([email protected]) working in the medium of fiber. to North Charleston; colorfully painted sat in parks, restaurants, street corners, Self has painted for as long as she can www.gibbesmuseum.org Following the close of the show, up to homes, marshes, classic cars, corner bars, and bus stops filling sketchbooks remember, and her works have found twenty-five works will be selected to tour stores, and churches. and walked for miles taking photographs. homes from coast to coast. Most recently, the state through the South Carolina State For Williams, collaging distinctive The result of her time abroad is Wander- her painting, That’s Life, won a purchase Redux Contemporary City of North Charleston City Gallery at Joseph P. Museum’s 2017/2018 Traveling Exhibi- symbols allows him to capture the spirit lust: The Yucatan, five series of paintings award at the 41st Lyndon House Arts PENCER tions Program. Sites across South Carolina of a rapidly changing social and cultural created over the course of 16 months. The Center Exhibition juried by Jock Reyn- Art Galleries Art Center Art Gallery Riley, Jr. Waterfront Park North Charleston Performing Arts may request the exhibit to tour in their fa- landscape. Accompanying the visual 39 works that make up these series pair olds, Director for the Yale University Art SContemporary Fine Art Exhibitions, Classes, Studios & More Prioleau Street in front of the cilities, thus providing additional exposure works will be an experimental soundscape seemingly banal subjects like floor tiles, Gallery. She currently works from her Center & Convention Center Complex OVER 20 ARTISTS Pineapple Fountain in the park for the selected artists. of “geometric minimalism” composed by cars, and weathered paint, with items of home studio in Summerville, SC, and Masters, Mid-career, & Emerging Tue.-Thur., noon-8pm & Fri. & Sat., noon-5pm Featuring monthly exhibitions Open Tue.-Fri., 11am-5pm & Sat.-Sun., The 2017/18 National Outdoor Sculp- clarinetist Philip Lipton, William’s child- cultural significance, such as grave mark- offers residencies to North Charleston by local and regional artists noon-5pm during exhibitions ture Competition & Exhibition, takes ers. This exhibit seeks to heighten the schools and community groups as the City Mon-Sat 10am-5pm hood friend and fellow alum of Charleston Operated by place at the North Charleston Riverfront County School of the Arts. beauty of what is frequently overlooked. of North Charleston’s 2016/17 Artist-in- 55 Broad Street 843-722-0697 5001 Coliseum Drive • N Charleston, SC 843/722-6854 or www.reduxstudios.org 843.740.5854 • Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs Park, located at 1001 Everglades Avenue, Williams III was born in Charleston, Alleger grew up in Sacramento, CA. Residence. 843/958-6459 on view from May 1, 2017 through Mar. She earned a BS in Fine Art from Portland The North Charleston Arts Fest Arty Charleston, SC 29401 http://www.northcharleston.org/Residents/ SC, and attended Charleston County www.spencerartgallery.com 136 St. Philip Street, Charleston, SC Arts-and-Culture/ http://citygalleryatwaterfrontpark.com 25, 2018. There will be free admission School of the Arts for much of his second- State University in Portland, OR, in 2010 Block Party is a new event combining and parking. ary education. Upon graduation in 2005, and an MFA in Studio Art from Moore what was previously the Arts Fest Art The juror for this year’s exhibition he continued his arts education at Trident College of Art and Design in Philadelphia, Walk and Arts Fest Street Dance. The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art Saul Alexander is Robin Salmon, Vice President of Art Technical College and the College of PA, in 2013. event will be held from 5-9pm on May 4, The Marion and Wayland H. Cato Jr. Center for the Arts McCallum - Halsey & Historical Collections and Curator of Charleston where he focused on draw- Rhythm in Blues, features works by in the Olde Village area of North Charles- College of Charleston School of the Arts Foundation Gallery Sculpture at Brookgreen Gardens in Mur- ing, painting, and graphic design. He later Caroline M. Self, on view at the North ton near Park Circle. East Montague 161 Calhoun St., Charleston, SC Charleston County Public Library Studios rells Inlet, SC. Salmon is currently the transferred to The Cooper Union: For the Charleston City Hall, 2nd floor, located at Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic Main floor of the Library The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art Works by chair of the National Sculpture Society Advancement in Science in Art (NYC) 2500 City Hall Lane, on view from May 1 between Jenkins Avenue and Virginia Av- is administered by the School of the Arts at Featuring monthly exhibitions through June 23, 2017. A reception will be enue. Vendors will line the street between Corrie McCallum & William Halsey Exhibitions Committee, which is the old- where he received his BFA in 2010. Since the College of Charleston and exists to by local and regional artists est organization of professional sculptors, then his work has been shown in notable held on May 5, from 6-8pm. Chateau Avenue and Virginia Avenue. advocate, exhibit and interpret visual art, Open during regular Library hours. paintings • graphics • sculpture and has more than thirty years of museum, institutions such as The MoCada Museum Caroline M. Self is a contemporary Aside from vendors, the event also with an emphasis on contemporary art. for the discerning collector curatorial, and programming experience. abstract expressionist artist inspired by features live music by the Shem Creek (2016), The McKissick Museum (2015), Mon.-Sat., 11am-4pm 843-805-6801 Works by Judy McSween (Festival De- The Mann-Simon Center (2016), and The the vivid paint colors and textures made Boogie Band and Contemporary Violinist 843/953-4422 or at www.halsey.cofc.edu by appointment - 843.813.7542 sign Winner) - Take Me With You, will be continued above on next column to the right famous by Vincent Van Gogh and the continued on Page 8 68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC Page 6 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 7 Halsey - McCallum Studio Karen Burnette Garner William Halsey & Corrie McCallum ~Artist~

Both recipients of the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Award

paintings • graphics • sculpture for the discerning collector

For information: David Halsey 843.813.7542 Duo by William Halsey, oil on paper, 11 x 15 inches [email protected] CURT BUTLER is an expression of one’s personality and nized and presented by the City of North MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND style. This installation pays homage to Charleston Cultural Arts Department. MAY 12 & 13 the culture and pageantry of the coveted For further information check our SC church hat, featuring three large-scale Institutional Gallery listings, call the Cul- versions of these unique and extravagant tural Arts Department at 843/740-5854 or fashion pieces. visit (www.northcharlestonartsfest.com). FabulonArt.com The North Charleston Arts Fest is orga- Charleston County Public 843-566-3383| [email protected] Library in Charleston, SC, KAREN LARSON TURNER Offers Works by Karyn Healey P A N O R A M A S The Main Branch of the Charleston MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND County Public Library in downtown MAY 27 & 28 Charleston, SC, will present Women’s Work, featuring works by Karyn Healey, on view in the Saul Alexander Foundation Gallery, 148 East Bay St., Charleston, SC 29401 from May 1 - 31, 2017. A reception will 843.577.9295 1 SANCTUARY BEACH DR, KIAWAH, SC 29455 be held on May 5, from 4-6pm, during the Charleston Gallery Association Art Walk. It 843.576.1290 1017 Wappoo Rd Charleston,SC 29407 will be the first opportunity to view most of Visit www.karenburnettegarner.com for the latest news and works! WWW. WELLSGALLERY. COM these works that visually honor women who challenge conventional perceptions of the “fairer sex.” Healey, a Summerville, SC, resident presents a series of works that captures the Charleston Artist Guild in Charleston, SC, Anglin Smith Fine Art in North Charleston Arts Fest stories of some unique women and what continued from Page 6 / back to Page 6 they do. The process and planning began Offers Works by Susan Trott & Jane Hart Charleston, SC, Offers Daniel D., live painting demos, hands-on The artist’s fascination with aquatic life last summer as she considered the number The Charleston Artist Guild in Charles- art activities, a kid’s zone, and more. It’s a combined with an imaginative and playful of strong, creative women she knew, many ton, SC, will present The Beauty of the Exhibit Focused on the Coast night of art and culture for the entire fam- approach to the scientific ideas of biodi- of them living in the South and over 50, Ordinary, a celebration of the beauty of Anglin Smith Fine Art in Charleston, ily to enjoy! versity and evolution result in a 10-foot who were fortunately not stifled by social everyday places and objects in landscape SC, will present Our Coast, a group exhi- Public Art Installations will also be tall interpretation of a hybrid between norms as young women. They include and still life, featuring works by Susan Trott bition featuring works by the Smith fam- presented throughout North Charleston, a jellyfish and a sea anemone. Solar- nurturers, teachers, organizers, and right- Work by Karyn Healey and Jane Hart, on view in the Guild Gallery, ily: Betty Anglin Smith, Shannon Smith on view during daylight hours, from May powered spotlights incorporated into the ers of wrongs. They are artists, scientists, from May 1 - 31, 2017. A reception will be Hughes, Jennifer Smith Rogers, and Tripp began focusing her attention on plein air 1 - 31, 2017. piece add an ethereal quality that helps the risk takers and worker bees who every day held on May 5, from 5-8pm. Sales made Smith as well as gallery exhibiting artists; and studio oil painting. Concrete Jungle by Welles Worthen viewer to envision the possibility of an get up and do the work that needs to be at the gallery support the nonprofit Guild’s Colin Page, Kim English, and sculptors, Healey was born in New Jersey, grew is located at Quarterman’s Lake at Buist obscure and captivating aquatic world in done. The show also includes some group community outreach work. David and Jennifer Clancy, on view from up in Minneapolis and attended Iowa State Avenue and Spruill Avenue. This sculp- which such a creature could exist. participation components from women near Commonplace details that are worth May 5-19, 2017. A reception will be held University. In 1983 she received a BA in ture plays on the relationship between Lion of the Sea by Madison Bailey and far of all walks of life and with differ- remembering but are sometimes taken for on May 5, from 5-8pm. graphic design and worked for years as the natural and the artificial. A hollow is located at the median on International ent interests. Although their paths may not granted, things with a history or personal Vivid colors, multiple textures, and a graphic designer, and adjunct faculty Work by Betty Anglin Smith concrete structure resembling the form Boulevard near Charleston Area Conven- cross, they are all moving forward with meaning, and landscapes that provide us ever-changing geography typify our South member teaching design and typography of a tree stands at 12 feet tall. From its tion Center, located at 5001 Coliseum purpose and a strong female gaze. with a sense of place are the subjects that Carolina coast and the Lowcountry. For visions. at Pennsylvania College of Technology in branches sprout large “leaves” that serve Drive. A steel frame depicting a large- these artists explore. Take a new look at the more than 40 years, Betty Anglin Smith Additional contributing artists - Colin Williamsport. Later she focused on art ad- as planters, housing a variety of live plants scale skeleton of a Pterois, commonly scenes we pass by every day – a gas station, Work by Susan Trott has captured the marsh skies, waters, Page, Kim English and David and Jennifer vocacy and art appreciation by re-designing and flowers. known as a lionfish, appears to be partially a storefront, a steel mill, or the changing vintage-themed still life. grasses and trees in her characteristic Clancy - see the coast from the Northeast and expanding a volunteer run program, Crystal Clear by Anna Walker is embedded into the earth as if it was left marsh - and see the beauty of the ordinary. Jane Hart is inspired by the landscapes broad brush strokes and sumptuous and yes, Middle West. Page focuses his art “Art in Motion”, for elementary schools in located at greenspace in front of North over from prehistoric times. This species in the Charleston and coastal areas near her palette of purples, reds, pinks, oranges on capturing the atmosphere and light of a Sewickley, PA, which integrated art appre- Charleston Fire Dept., Station #6, lo- of fish is native to the Indo-Pacific, but home on Johns Island. “I enjoy painting and greens. Her works, like a siren, sing scene. Based in Camden, ME, Page lives, ciation and the classroom curriculum which cated at 8100 Rivers Avenue. Inspired by was introduced to Atlantic waters during outdoors. I am drawn to subjects where the the magic coastal song calling us to come breathes and paints the coast. was an innovation at the time. the mysticism and beauty of crystalline the 1980s. Since then, they have become atmosphere or light provides a sense of time closer. Kim English’s art reflects a feeling of Healey’s work has been included in solids, this large-scale structure uses steel extremely invasive due to the lack of and place. Although painting on site doesn’t spontaneity by completing each painting shows at the Gibbes Museum of Art rods and colorful shrink-wrap to form a predators in the Atlantic Ocean. This piece always produce a successful painting, the in one sitting or the “alla prima” method. (Renovation Kick-Off Show, 2014), Easton cluster of crystals. As light shines through is meant to bring awareness to this current knowledge I gain from this effort influences His art depicts what he sees and he is Studio and School in Easton, MD (Holiday the translucent planes, the colors refract, environmental issue. the light and color in my studio paintings.” able to bring iconic and esoteric scenes to Show, 2013, 2015, 2016), the MOJA Arts contributing to the illusion that the geo- Praying Mantis by Danielle Lewis Hart’s work is held by private collectors canvas. Festival Juried Art Exhibition (2016), the metric forms are glowing. Just as crystals is located at the greenspace at intersec- throughout the US and has been exhibited David and Jennifer Clancy blow glass Piccolo Spoleto Juried Show at City Gallery are used to promote healing and serenity, tion of East Montague Avenue & Spruill in both juried and invitational exhibitions, to create botanical sculptures emblematic in Charleston (2016), the Charleston Artist this sculpture aims to provoke feelings of Avenue. Standing at almost 8 feet tall and including the Piccolo Spoleto Juried Art Ex- of coastal grasses, flowers, and creatures. Guild Signature Show (2016) and Member’s peace. constructed entirely of scrap metal, this hibition in Charleston and the Southeastern Their studio, coast side in Jamestown, Show (2017). You can also see her paintings Work by Jane Hart Diverse Harmony by Kristen Hurlburt praying mantis lends itself to the illusion Pastel Society Exhibition. A retired systems RI, is home to the kiln producing realistic at the Charleston Artist Guild Gallery in is located at the median in front of Jerry that it was once an operational machine Susan Trott lives in Charleston. She analyst and business manager, she works glass fiddleheads, cattails, and hostas. Charleston where she is a board member. Zucker Middle School, located at 6401 that has become rusted and stagnant over attended the art school at Virginia Com- with both oil and pastel. Anglin Smith Fine Art is Charles- Work by Karyn Healey For further information check our SC Dorchester Road. Repetition, rhythm, time. By visually overlapping elements of monwealth University and graduated from Hart has studied with such noted con- Work by Jennifer Smith Rogers ton’s gallery for contemporary realism For close to two and a half decades Institutional Gallery listings, call Frances playfulness, and perspective are central nature with an imagined apocalyptic past Winthrop College where her mentor was temporary artists as Doug Dawson, Alain The Smiths’ take their inspiration from and color. The gallery features works by Healey has predominantly lived in the Richardson at 843/805-6803 or visit to this abstract installation. Constructed (or future), the artist encourages viewers American Precisionist painter Edmund Picard, Judi Carducci and Rick McClure. the local environment, Charleston and Lowcountry painter Betty Anglin Smith South before moving from Pittsburgh to the (www.ccpl.org). primarily of colorfully painted and organi- to consider the relationship between the Lewandowski. Her current influences are She credits her teachers with introducing Megget, where Betty has lived and raised and her triplets, painters Jennifer Smith Charleston area in 2008, and in 2009 she cally shaped rebar, the sculpture appears natural world, humans, and advancing contemporary painters Catherine Kehoe, her to the concepts that have allowed her to her family. Her triplets, Jennifer, Shannon, Rogers and Shannon Smith, and photog- different from every angle. The varying technology. Ken Kewley, Elizabeth O’Reilly and the develop her skills. and Tripp each uniquely and artistically rapher Tripp Smith. Sculptures in bronze So you’re the Marketing Director of a visual arts organization, art muesum, arts center, arts council sizes and colors represent diversity, while Southern Couture by Aliah Fickling or artist guild and you’re wondering why you never see the exhibits presented at your facility includ- Perceptual Painters. For further information check our SC In- convey their impressions of the mean- by Darrell Davis and glass by David and the patterned placement creates a sense of is located at Palmetto Gardens Park, ed here, or maybe you’re the owner of a commercial art gallery and you’ve never seen your exhibits After a career in the local school system, stitutional Gallery listings or call the Guild dering creeks, windswept beaches, and Jennifer Clancy and works in oil by Kim harmony. East Montague Avenue. The church hat included with others presented in your area. You might even be an individual artist who is having an Trott now paints full time and is particularly at 843/722-2425. endless marshes. Their paintings and pho- English and Colin Page are also available. Jelly-Anemone Hybrid by Grace is a distinct element of Southern Baptist exhibit in a non-profit space or commercial space and you don’t see your exhibits included. interested in architecture and most recently tographs are aptly named Seaside Palmet- The gallery also represents paintings and My question to you is - How long will you put up with that before you ask someone why tos, Botany Bay Rays, Sunset Reflections, Harrison is located at the traffic circle church fashion. For many, the accessory that is the case? If you’re not included - it’s your fault. Check us out at (www.carolinaarts.com) or e-mail to ([email protected]) drawings from the estate of Carl Planksy. at Wescott Blvd. and Oak Forest Blvd. continued above on next column to the right or Oyster Point – and all conjure coastal continued on Page 10 Page 8 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 9 2017 Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows Take Whimsy Joy© by Roz Anglin Smith Fine Art Ann Long Fine Art Now on display and for sale at Roadside Seafood continued from Page 9 Place in Charleston - May 26-28 & June 2-4 continued from Page 10 807 Folly Road on James Island • Charleston, SC Subject matter ranges from local and Eu- Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery Fine Craft Shows Charleston is pleased Kahn has long been known to mention ropean landscapes to architectural works at 843/853-0708 or visit to announce the winners of our 3rd An- pastels are his favorite medium. From a and still life, figurative and abstract. (www.anglinsmith.com). nual Emerging Artist Grants: Alexander view of Venice, where he once lived, to For further information check our SC Bower and Joe Hiltabidel. Emerging Artist his quintessential barns and graceful tree applicants were selected from the applicants lines, these vibrant pastels may be seen to our 2017 shows that were both new to as intimate reflections of Kahn’s life from Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portrait the arts in a professional capacity and new his earliest work to his more recent. Many to professional shows. Winners are selected critics consider Wolf Kahn America’s finest based on their outstanding artistic ability living landscape artist. in Charleston, SC, Features and presentation. The grants cover booth The featured works are from a long-time fees for one weekend. collector and represent well Kahn’s rare Works by Karen Killian Work by Joe Hiltabidel combination of bold color field and real- Work by Wolf Kahn Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portrait in travels a lot to other areas. ism. The artist was a student of renowned Charleston, SC, will present Karen Kil- Piccolo Spoleto Craft Shows for 2017 teacher Hans Hofmann, an Abstract Expres- Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of lian: It’s Cocktail Hour!, on view from will be held May 26-28 and June 2-4. sionist whose art had rigorous concern for American Art, The Museum of Modern Between the two weekends, over 85 fine spatial illusion and color relationships. Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the May 5 through June 3, 2017. A reception I’m the Happy One! will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. craft artists from around the country will Kahn was likewise a colleague of the titans Hirschhorn Museum, the National Museum Images are available on: be selling their crafts. Many artists will be of the New York School. He reflects, “DeK- of American Art, and the Los Angeles The widely collected Karen Killian • Prints • Notecards taps into the lighter side of canine paint- demonstrating their crafts either during for- ooning, Rothko, Kline, Motherwell, Avery. I County Museum of Art. Check my website for new ings with her latest series, “It’s Cocktail mal demonstration presentations or during would meet these artists at the Cedar Street Wolf Kahn lives and works daily in New • T Shirts • Decals York City and Vermont with his wife, the whimsies! Hour!”, a celebration of libations and informal question and answer sessions with bar, and we’d discuss art and technique. It • Aprons • Stickers the canine spirit, featured with Golden booth visitors. was an incredible education for a young Irish artist, Emily Mason. Retrievers, the subject for which she is The shows will be held in Wragg Square artist.” In 1951, Kahn graduated in less than For further information check our SC • Calendars • Mousepads most famous. Park at Meeting and Charlotte Streets in two years from the University of Chicago Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery • Children’s Paint Smocks One of Killian’s gifts is her ability downtown Charleston. The park’s entrances with a Bachelor of Arts degree. at 843/577-0447 or visit (www.annlong- fineart.com). to capture the enduring bond between Work by Alexander Bower and walkways have recently been upgraded. Among the numerous collections where dogs and people. Another is her sense of Show hours will be Friday and Saturday Kahn is represented are: The Metropolitan Work by Karen Killian humor, and these definitely have a twist. The Emerging Artist Grant winner for 10am-6pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. Adult I am gorgeous... the May 26-28 show is Alexander Bower. admission is $3 on Friday and Saturday and Can’t you see I’m really cute! The clever titles of the paintings, listed Though known for her sporting dogs, Put me on your personal below, will make you smile - just like the her portraits of pets with children are He is a jeweler from Charlottesville, VA. He $1 on Sunday. Seniors 65 and older and Corrigan Gallery in Charleston, SC, mousepad for $12.00 has been a professional jeweler for one year, children 18 and under are admitted free. Goldens! especially popular, as they capture what is All images are copyrighted For the last 30 years, Killian’s paint- so cherished and so fleeting. after a 3-year apprenticeship with a profes- The Piccolo Spoleto Craft Shows are ings have been coveted by collectors. For further information check our SC sional artist. Bower specializes in handcraft- part of the Piccolo Spoleto Festival which is Features Works by Paul Mardikian ed contemporary jewelry. Each design tells organized by the City of Charleston Office Corrigan Gallery in Charleston, SC, is Rosalyn Kramer Monat-Haller Largely self-taught, demand for her work Commercial Gallery listings, call the gal- pleased to present the new works of Paul soared when the Orvis Company discov- lery at 843/577-5500 or e-mail to (canine- a story inspired by nature, science fiction, of Cultural Affairs. M.Ed., LLC fantasy, and the whimsy of his childhood. In Our followers on social media will be Mardikian in a show entitled Fragments, Counseling for Children, Adolescents, & Adults ered her and made her their artist-in- resi- [email protected]). on view from May 3 - 31, 2017. A recep- dence for a decade. his work he tries to communicate epic tales able to preview the show. Every day a few Mother, Grandmother, Daughter, Friend, Psycho therapist of humanity and perseverance through his artists are featured on the Piccolo Spoleto tion will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. own experiences. Craft Show Facebook Page and echoed to This will be the last show at 62 Queen and Artist who uses color and whimsical imagination The winner for the June 2-6 show is Joe Twitter and our other social media outlets. for this year. The gallery will be in a new to create joyful art for children of all ages Ella W. Richardson Fine Art Hiltabidel. He is a photographer from Trav- A slide show of artist work will be prepared TBA location June 1. Come help us cel- elers Rest, SC. His style is High Dynamic for the web site at ebrate Fragments and the transition with Range (HRD) photography. HDR photos (www.finecraftshowscharleston.com), and Mardikian’s show concerning the passage in Charleston, SC, Features are combined from three separate exposures lists of expected artists and demonstration of time and erosion of materials as the www.whimsyjoy.com to create a vibrant image. Hiltabidel lives schedules will also be available from the building at 62 will be rehabilitated and Works by Jeff Jamison and shoots primarily in the South, but he web pages by May 1. ending its aging decay. This is example of 843-873-6935 Ella W. Richardson Fine Art in Charles- the march of time and the effects of envi- ton, SC, will present Urban Life, featuring ronment that inform Mardikian’s work. works by renowned contemporary Impres- Mardikian was born in 1963 in France. sionist painter Jeff Jamison, on view from Meyer Vogl Gallery in Charleston, He studied art history, archaeology and May 5 - 31, 2017. A reception will be held conservation science at the School of the on May 5, from 5-8pm. SC, Offers Works by Laurie Meyer Louvre and the Sorbonne University. He We invite you to escape into Jamison’s has worked on cultural heritage conserva- Meyer Vogl Gallery in Charleston, SC, Attention! timeless realm of long-lost lovers as they tion projects worldwide which continue will present North of Calhoun, featuring reunite in dreamlike cities, cozily tucked to be a great source of inspiration for his new works by Laurie Meyer, on view All Lowcountry Potters and Ceramic Artists, beneath the glow of a umbrella. You might artwork. For thirty years Mardikian has from May 5 - 19, 2017. An opening recep- feel the urge to suddenly ride your bicycle explored the effects of the passage of tion will be held on May 5, from 5 to 8pm, along a sunny side street in Charleston, time on materials and turned this source the Lowcountry Ceramic Artists coinciding with the Charleston Gallery or your breath might catch at the sight of of inspiration into abstract and poetic Association Art Walk couples waltzing in a luxurious ballroom. compositions. “I’m excited to let you know about group is in the process of organizing. All of this is normal, in fact, it is the provo- As Mardikian says, “In my mind, ma- North of Calhoun, an art exhibition that cation of the senses that Jamison seeks in terials have their own inherent aesthetics pays tribute to a segment of Charleston his works. and sublime ways of combining with each that often gets ignored in the fine art Jamison imbues a combination of nos- other and revealing themselves through world,” says Meyer. She is bringing the talgia and timelessness into his paintings time and what I would refer to as ‘sublime Radcliffeborough and Cannonborough/El- Work by Laurie Meyer through use of a contemporary style. This decay.’ My painting is a never-ending If you are a ceramic artist who is interested liotborough neighborhoods to life by cap- might seem paradoxical, and perhaps it is, exploration and I love playing with differ- turing long-time residents, restaurants new tempting to capture a moment in time, an but it is what makes his works so enigmatic. ent materials, textured surfaces, colors and in becoming a member of an organization and old, historic architecture, and more. energy.” They are beautiful and mysterious, light and layers. I like to tell my stories, exploring Work by Paul Mardikian Meyer, who co-owns Meyer Vogl Gal- Works include the interiors of new carefree and above all, they invite you to imaginary landscapes and making my that will work to educate the Work by Jeff Jamison lery and has resided in Charleston for 35 restaurants (such as Xiao Bao Biscuit), ex- participate with your imagination. The cities own artifacts often recycling or diverting tion of thoughtful, provoking works will years, is attempting to capture the essence teriors of local favorites (including Dave’s public about local ceramic artists, Jamison features might appear to be New Eventually deciding to convert to paint- materials from their original context. Cor- again be presented in an intimate space. of a place that’s changing at warp speed. Seafood and Hominy Grill), churches, York or Paris, but look closely! They are in ing, Jamison utilizes his skill for draw- rosion, erosion, fusion and sedimentation A sampling of works will be available “I wanted to hurry up and capture scenes street scenes, people, and more through organized exhibitions and fact the cities of his dreams— mashups of ing and scale combined with learned Old all come together, expanding the two di- for viewing online 24 hours a day. The from these beautiful, soulful neighbor- For further information check our SC places he has been and places he wishes to Master techniques and his own contempo- mensional into the three dimensional and new gallery location will be open 5 to 6 hoods that hold a special place in the Commercial Gallery listings, call the sales events send us an e-mail. go. Because of the ambiguity of people and rary impressionistic creativity. He calls his merging the worlds of art and science.” days a week showing the works by local, hearts of many Charlestonians,” Meyer gallery at 843/452-2670 or visit (www. places, Jamison’s works offer something to process “controlled chaos.” This show, Fragments, is the fourth contemporary artists many of whom have says. “Blink and there’s change. I’m at- meyervogl.com). everyone. His awards and honors include: Oil solo exhibition of works by Mardikian works in major museums. We also handle Born in 1958 in West Memphis, AR, Painters of America National Juried at Corrigan Gallery, following Totem the estate of Elizabeth O’Neill Verner and You can also join the Facebook group Jamison became interested in art at an early Exhibition of Traditional Oils – Award of and Icons (2008), Palimpsest (2010) and works of other earlier Charleston artists. Lowcountry Ceramic Artists at: age. He began taking classes as a means Excellence (2009); Paint America Associa- Ann Long Fine Art in Charleston, Terra Mater (2012). His work is included Works can also be seen on Facebook, of learning how to capture the light and tion’s Paint the Parks Top 100 (2007); Oil in international collections and that of Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter. https://www.facebook.com/groups/376348516030403/ shadows that held his constant attention. His Painters of America Eastern Regional Mini MUSC’s Art River Tower. For further information check our SC serious art studies began at Middle Tennes- Show Finalist (2007); Salon International SC, Features Works by Wolf Kahn Corrigan Gallery celebrates 12 years Commercial Gallery listings, call the gal- see State University in 1977. Museum of Contemporary Masters - Third Ann Long Fine Art in Charleston, SC, this fall with 11 ½ of them at 62 Queen lery at 843/722-9868 or visit In 1982, Jamison enrolled at the Art Place, Honorable Mention, and Jury Top 50 will present Wolf Kahn: Pastels, on view Street. The new location will permit us to (www.corrigangallery.com). Institute of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. After (2004, judged by Pino); National Park Ser- from May 5 through June 2, 2017. A recep- brush off the dust and refresh. The collec- Or join the Lowcountry Ceramic Artists two years, he graduated and was offered the vices Arts for the Parks Competition - Mini tion will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. position of Editorial Illustrator for the Fort Top 100 (2004); National Paint Christopher “Pastel is the dust on butterflies’ wings. Google group Lauderdale Sun Sentinel newspaper. During Columbus contest – Winner (1994). It is the milkiness of the haze over Venice or Ellis Nicholson Gallery in Charleston, this time, he also worked as a courtroom For further information check our SC the velvet darkness of a barn’s interior seen sketch artist in the Manuel Noriega trials Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery through open doors on a brilliant summer in Miami. His award-winning illustrations at 843/722-3660 or visit day.” - Wolf Kahn SC, Features Works by Bruce Nellsmith Send us your e-mail address to be added began to fill national publications, including (www.ellarichardson.com). This May, Ann Long Fine Art presents Ellis Nicholson Gallery in Charleston, on the artist’s yearly trips to France. Many magazines and novel covers. 16 pastels from 1958 to 2009 by acclaimed SC, will present A French Connection, of the works in this exhibit focus on french German-born American artist Wolf Kahn featuring new paintings from France by marketplaces, although Paris is never left to our list and to be notified of meetings. Work by Wolf Kahn The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month (b. 1927). Bruce Nellsmith, on view from May 5 - 31, out of his frequent visits to what he refers prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue and Kahn emigrated from Germany - by Orchestra as Hitler was coming to power. 2017. A reception will be held on May 5, to as the “homeland”. Nellsmith is often [email protected] June 24 for the July 2017 issue. way of England - in 1940. His father had While he works in oil on a larger scale, from 5-8pm. referred to as an expressionist painter, his You can contact us by calling 843.693.1306. been conductor of the Stuttgart Symphony continued on Page 11 The exhibit will feature paintings based continued on Page 12 Page 10 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 11 and film. low this event on Facebook at (https:// For further information visit (https:// www.facebook.com/piccolospoletoout- Ellis Nicholson Gallery www.piccolospoleto.com/). You can fol- doorartexhibition/). continued from Page 11 M�� ��-�� � J��� �-�, ���� use of color is vibrant, his compositions are Charleston Artist Robert Maniscalco kinetic with energy, commotion, almost au- FRI & SAT 10-6, SUN 11-5, WRAGG SQUARE PARK dible. His love for France is made palatable in this new collection of work. Offers The Quench Project in the Nellsmith offered the following state- ment: “Upon my first visit to France, I felt Form of an Exhibit, Film & Book more as if I were catching up with an old Charleston, SC, artist Robert Maniscalco 38th PICCOLO SPOLETO friend that I had not seen in a long time has created a series of paintings called The rather than meeting someone for the first Quench Project (TQP) inspired by his vi- time. It was new, but it was somehow sion trip to Haiti in November 2014. He has familiar at once. I found something in me, also written a big, full color book, called personally, and as an artist, in France - as if FINE CRAFT SHOWS “Quench, reflections on God, art, water, a missing part of me had been waiting there desire and equality” and produced a short for me to reclaim.” Admission $3 for adults. Children 18 & under and Seniors 65 & older are free. Sunday Admission is $1. Two juried documentary, “Out of Darkness”, which can “I am attempting to paint an experience be viewed at this link (http://maniscalcogal- more so than to record the appearance of shows featuring more than 120 American craft artists from over 12 states selling traditional and contemporary lery.com/quench-project/). The film is also a particular location. Paul Klee once said, Work by Bruce Nellsmith available free on Amazon Prime. items in a variety of media. Demonstration schedule is below — ‘one eye sees, the other feels’. I do a lot of ing and painting in the studio is necessary work on location while in France, but these to fully exhume that experience,” adds FRIDAY, MAY 26 SATURDAY, MAY 27 SUNDAY, MAY 28 FRIDAY, JUNE 2 SATURDAY, JUNE 3 SUNDAY, JUNE 4 on-site drawings and paintings are essen- Nellsmith. “I am fortunate enough to live in 11am > Cynthia McFadden > Just Watch 11am > Deane Bowers > “Creative Re- Noon > Kelly Damiano > Noon > Galo Arias > Ancient Fili- 1pm > Jo Ann Graham > Noon > Cynthia McFad- tially a search for how a particular place a romantic world, but it’s not entirely of my Me... “Upcycling” at it’s Best! use Charleston” Art from Ordinary Things Making Bath Bombs gree Technique Jewelry Fabrication Cold Forging-Moving Metal den > Just Watch Me... affects me emotionally, psychologically. own making; it’s more like a working rela- Noon > Jane Ann Sweeny > Woodcarving 1pm > Jo Ann Graham > Cold Forging- 1pm > Karen Earnhardt > 1pm > Renee Rawl Duffy > Carv- Jewelry “Upcycling” at it’s Best! Pine for Color Reduction Woodcut Prints Moving Metal Jewelry Creating a Mosaic Gazing Ball ing Tree Pots 2pm > Deane Bowers > 1pm > Caroline Harper I am acutely interested in draftsmanship, tionship that I have with my environment. 1pm > Renee Rawl Duffy > Carving Tree Pots 2pm > Mike Merritt > The Art of Weaving 2pm > Wilson Lee > The 2pm > Joshua Davis > Earthen- “Creative Reuse Charleston” > Dyeing a Hand- composition, color, but for their expressive I return to France each year to work further 2pm > Chatchakorn Sonday > Sculpted Metal Ancient Practice of Wood ware Clay Art from Ordinary Things kerchief with Natural qualities.” on this relationship and continue my feeble Flowers and Leaves 3pm > Rachel Jones > Stained Glass Carving 3pm > Ruben Corzo > Micro- 3pm > Kelly Damiano > Indigo “Drawing and painting on location will attempts to share this through a painting.” 3pm > Kathy Oda > Lost Wax Casting of Glass Mosaic 3pm > Mimi Hay > Shibori, Macramae Jewelry Making Bath Bombs 2pm > Chatchakorn ‘emboss’ the experience of being present (in For further information check our SC 4pm > Galo Arias > Ancient Filigree Tech- 4pm > John Donehue Jr. > Working Japanese Tie Dyeing and 4pm > John Donehue Jr. > Work- 4pm > Karen Earnhardt > Sonday > Sculpted nique Jewelry Fabrication with Metal Texturing ing with Metal Creating a Mosaic Gazing Ball Flowers and Leaves the midst of the subject) on one’s memory Commercial Gallery listings or call the gal- and in one’s soul, but even more draw- lery at 843/722-5353. 38th Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhibition Takes Place in Charleston, SC - May 26 - June 10, 2017 Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Ex- “Quench, reflections on God, art, water, desire The and equality” book cover Work by Robert Maniscalco from Haiti hibition enters its 38th year of presenting the work of South Carolina artists in a free The Quench Project explores alterna- courtroom sketches for the Dylan Roof open air venue the entire community can tives to societal ideas about beauty, tragedy Trial, which was completed in January of enjoy in downtown Charleston, SC. More and survival. The theme is the resilient 2017, in Charleston. This trial and Manis- than 80 of South Carolina premier artists nature of humans to rise “out of darkness.” calco’s sketches were really more about set up their ‘art camp’ for 16 days of the Maniscalco, who is a survivor of child the Emanual 9 and the resiliency of their Spoleto/Piccolo Spoleto arts festival, from sexual abuse, has dedicated his artistic life survivors than about this misguided, hate- May 26 through June 10, 2017, at Marion to telling the stories and celebrating the filled young man.TQP is about people Square, located at the intersections of triumph of human spirit; specifically, our overcoming great adversity through actively King, Calhoun and Meeting Streets in this capacity to turn great adversity into victory. pursuing faith, hope and love. There is an historic city. These are stories each of his fellow beings exhibition of the over 80 trial sketches in the The Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhi- share in common, in our creative journey of works, as well as a possible book. A wide view of many artist’s tents in the park. bition is believed to be one of the longer- survival. In the tradition of the Social Realist running outdoor fine art festivals in the art lover that comes to through the show. “Throughout The Quench Project my movement, the project’s goal is to raise US, running 16 days. Visitors have a spe- All of us absolutely love to share and goal has simply been to give a face to the awareness for societal issues in Haiti as well cial experience interacting directly with inspire others through our art. It all makes ‘faceless hordes’. When seen as a wash as the US. Maniscalco doesn’t avoid biting the artist and their work, many of whom [a] fun and truly unique experience.” of humanity it is easy to lose sight of the social and political commentary. Water do painting demonstrations throughout “Since most artists return year after individual. When we can understand shortages, spirituality, economic inequal- the day. Once an artist is accepted in this year, we all have developed a great cama- and connect with ‘the other’, they are far ity and racism are all part of his focus. He highly competitive show they may return raderie and friendships. We have watched more likely to become us. My intention in has created a body of 17 paintings, mostly each year. This has made for wonderful each other’s kids grow up and it really traveling to Haiti was not to document the of Haitian subjects. More recently, he has and lasting friendships between artists and feels like a family,” says Scott Penegar, a misery of the masses, or even to find a few added subjects from Rwanda and Flint, also their collectors. More than 10 of the 12 year participant with his wife Kaye - representative faces to win sympathy in the MI. His ongoing series, “The Faces of the artists have participated in all 37 years of the only husband/wife artists team. “This States. My goal was to find out, through my Lowcountry” also are an extension of the this event. art show undoubtedly has the highest art, how we the people, one person at a time, mission of TQP. A portion of sales will be There are many exciting challenges of quality of art of any show we participate and in a million different ways, are finding a donated to Water Mission and to the Bread having such a long-running outdoor event. in nationally. It is my favorite time of path to survival.” of Life Orphanage in Jacmel, Haiti. Over the years they have experienced year. Yes, 16 days can be a bit grueling but Since 1980, Robert Maniscalco’s ex- flooding, tropical storms, bats, bugs, heat we have a blast. It’s like art day-camp for quisite commissioned portraits and fine art waves, rogue sprinklers, unwanted over- grown ups.” have become part of over 850 distinguished night visitors, fallen trees and more. Dur- “The artists are resilient!,” says Honor private and public collections throughout ing the slow times during the week, you’ll Marks an 18 year participant. “Over North America. To know about the artist, find artists passing the time with ping the years booths have collapsed in rain you must understand his painting method is pong or bocce ball games. Artists created storms, blown over in tropical force built on the classical painting traditions of a fun Red Solo Cup race on the last day winds, an artist went into labor, a wed- Rembrandt, Velazquez, Hals, and Sargent. where creative homemade costumes have ding, the irrigation sprinklers went off Like these artists, Maniscalco explores priority over finish times. There are slow inside booths, and tents have had unin- the use of light and shadow as a means of times during the 16-day event and practi- vited overnight guests. We have far more creating mood and achieving character cal jokes of fellow artists have become a good times than challenging ones and with expressively in his subjects. Born in Detroit, the return of beloved clients and friends Work by Robert Maniscalco from Haiti MI, in 1959, he is the son of internationally year after year and the 16 days roughing Following a successful Kickstarter renowned portrait artist Joseph Maniscalco, )HDWXUHGDUWLVWV it, behind the scenes there’s definitely a campaign Maniscalco used the seed money with whom he apprenticed during the early FORFNZLVHIURPWRS summer camp feel to the show.” to create/frame his 17 paintings, write his 1980’s. OHIW %XUFKHU:LOVRQ The Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art book and make his documentary short film. Maniscalco moved to New York City Exhibition, part of the 2017 Piccolo Art The vision is that The Quench Project will in 1986 where, in addition to his fine art, 6WHUQ%DQK+DUSHU Festival (May 26 - June 11), is produced continue to grow and evolve, continuing as he also worked as an actor and director on DQG%RURZVN\ and directed by the City of Charleston Of- an exhibition in a variety of venues in sev- numerous stage, film and TV projects. He fice of Cultural Affairs. Focusing primar- eral states, where people from all walks can returned to Detroit in 1997, after a three ily on artists of the Southeast region, the come see the work in person and become year portrait residency in New Orleans, Piccolo Spoleto Festival is the perfect part of the conversation. Maniscalco has LA. In Detroit he founded the Maniscalco complement to the international scope of taken TQP into churches and community Gallery, which showcased many local and A view of one of the tents at Marion Square Park. Spoleto Festival USA, its parent festival, centers, spreading the good mission of light international artists. As host of Art Beat, the favorite pastime. and its 500 events in 17 days transforms and love. TQP has exhibited at The North critically acclaimed and popular PBS series Here’s what a few participating artists Charleston into an exhilarating celebra- Charleston City Gallery, the Kairos Gallery on Detroit Public Television, he explored have offered about the event: tion of performing, literary and visual (St Andrews Church-Mt Pleasant, SC), The the creative process with his celebrated “Artists often don’t have the opportuni- arts. Piccolo Spoleto’s traditional program Greater Flint Arts Council, The Buckham guests. He has created two DVDs on paint- ILQHFUDIWVKRZVFKDUOHVWRQFRP_)DFHERRN3LFFROR6SROHWR&UDIWV6KRZV_7ZLWWHU#36&UDIW6KRZV ty to interact with their customers directly offerings include visual arts exhibits, clas- Gallery in Flint, MI, and most recently, at ing portraits, called The Power of Positive because we sell through galleries,” say sical music, jazz, dance, theatre, poetry the Coastal Community Foundation, in Painting and published a novel called The Joyce Harvey, a 2 year participant. “It is readings, children’s activities, choral Charleston. TQP is up at One Love, 478 Fishfly, a semi-autobiography about the art- an incredibly rewarding experience to music, ethnic cultural presentations, crafts King Street, second floor, till May 1, 2017. ist and his struggle to resolve his dark past. have that personal connection with every continued above on next column to the right TQP has also evolved to include recent continued on Page 14 Page 12 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 13 Artist Robert Maniscalco continued from Page 12 / back to Page 12 Though his creative muse has taken many forms he has discovered a common ART thread which connects them all together. LEAGUE OF Maniscalco speaks to the basic need we all HILTON share to communicate aesthetically about HEAD the human condition, particularly the cele- bration of man’s capacity to overcome great struggle. He shares his remarkable path to- ward personal and professional growth and creative self-expression in his book, Point of Art. In addition to his exquisite portrait art, Maniscalco has created several bodies of work, including Faces of China, Italia, Love Art.Learn Art. and a series of pastels on velour entitled Chromo Sapient. He continues working on a series of Faces of the Lowcountry, featuring the Gullah Giche people and the Carolina “The Next Big Thing” by Robert Maniscalco was Lowcountry and a series called, Iconic juried into the 2017 ArtFields Competition Charleston. whom they do not agree. It is intended to Quench, the book, is a radical non-fiction admonish those dogmatic Christians, who hybrid genre combining art, Christian often can be too quick to judge those who literature, political commentary, and cur- may find a different style of relating (or not rent affairs. It is full color, with 14 paint- relating) to a supreme God.” ings from The Quench Project, along with Maniscalco will present The Quench ART LEAGUE GALLERY ART LEAGUE ACADEMY dozens of photographs, 144 pages, 8.5” x Project at Fabulon, A Center for Art and Enjoy local artwork in all media Our teaching Academy welcomes 11”, soft cover, which cost $20, and can be Education, located in Charleston’s West by more than 170 exhibiting member artists and students at all levels and purchased by the author at (www.maniscal- Ashley area, including several of his artists. All artwork on display is for in all media. Choose from over 30 art cogallery.com). sketches created at the recent Federal trial, 0QP2TQƂV 1TICPK\CVKQP “This book is an honest, heartfelt re- at which the Emanuel 9 family and sur- sale in our 2,000 square foot gallery. classes and workshops each quarter. 752QUVCIG sponse to my vision trip to Haiti, in Novem- vivors received a measure of justice. The We showcase 2D, 3D and jewelry. Curriculum changes 4 times each year. PAID 2GTOKV0Q ber, 2014. I have found many Christians exhibition will be on view from July 10 Exhibits change every month. Taught by professional art educators. and non-Christians are looking to integrate to Aug. 12, 2017. A reception will be held the modern realities of politics, science and on July 15, from 5-8pm, with demonstra- Featured Artist receptions are free Take one class or a series. pop culture into their spiritual walk but they tions, round table discussions, talk-backs and open to the public. Check our Call or check our website for a often encounter a lot of conflict, confu- and workshops scheduled throughout the website for exhibit dates and times. schedule of classes offered. sion and dogmatism.,” says Maniscalco. exhibition period, focusing on addressing Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-4pm Register Now! “So they insulate and compartmentalize. racism and forgiveness in Charleston and Their faith cuts them off from the rest of beyond. “We will also organize around the 843.681.5060 843.842.5 738 the world, rather than connect them more role of artists as the visionaries behind the deeply with it. Our relationship with God, current revolution of mindfulness and the as His children, indeed His entire creation, champions of truth in the era of alternative gets lost in all the noise. That’s why I facts,” said Maniscalco. avoided Christianity for years, because all I For further information or to purchase WWW.ARTLEAGUEHHI.ORG saw were the contradictions and hypocrisy.” one of his books or DVDs, call 843/486- A 501(c)(3) Nonpro t Arts Organization “Quench is not just for Christians, but for 3161, e-mail to (robert@maniscalcogallery. followers of other beliefs and non-believers com) or visit as well, who feel Christians tend to be dog- (www.maniscalcogallery.com). matic, standing in judgment of others with   To Bluffton Art League of Hilton Head on & I-95 Hilton Head Island, SC, Offers  Skull Creek National Juried Exhibition Art League of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island, SC, will present Biennale, 278 the longest running Nationally Juried Windmill Hilton Head 1 Plantation Exhibition in our area, on view from May Calibogue Sound Harbour 2 - 31, 2017, at Art League of Hilton A Head Gallery, located in the Arts Center William Hilton Parkway of Coastal Carolina. An awards recep- 2 E Main Street tion will be held on May 5. from 5-7pm. Whooping Crane Way A Critic’s Coffee will be held on May 6, from 10am-noon, with a $10 entry fee. 3 The 25th Biennale, will feature the best Expressway (Toll) 278 work of artists from all across the country. Spanish Cross Island Indigo Run Wells 4 This national, juried art exhibit will show- Toll case approximately 100 artworks selected Booth “The Balloon Vendor” by Carol Maltby, CPSA, by jurors from over 500 entries, based on from Hamburg, NY originality of concept, composition and execution. The selected pieces will be on from around the country. Marshland Rd. exhibit during the month of May and will Mayfield has exhibited widely in both all be available for purchase. solo and group exhibitions and is repre- Over $7,000 in prizes will be awarded sented in both corporate and private col- Sea Pines Long Plantation Wexford Cove

Palmetto to the most exemplary works, selected lections. Her work also has the distinction A rrow Road Club by this year’s Biennale Judge, Susan of being selected for the US Department Shelter Cove Toll C Parkway Greenwood Dr. Booth 1 William Hilton Mayfield. Mayfield, a Lowcountry raised, of State’s Art in Embassies Program 7 10 278 9 8 award-winning artist who splits her time which curates art exhibitions for US Em- venue Hilton Head

A New Orleans Dr. between Charleston, SC, and Salida, CO, bassies and Consulates around the world. Resort Pope will be on hand to present the awards at a In 2012, along with Stephen Smalzel, Pope Ave. Executive Park Rd. Palmetto D reception Friday evening, May 5, which is Mayfield opened the Smalzel Mayfield Shipyard Dunes Resort open to the public. Mayfield will also lead Gallery, a fine art gallery in Salida, Colo- Cordillo Parkway Plantation a discussion on her selection process dur- rado. Port Royal Sound S. Forest Beach Dr. N. Forest Beach Dr. ing the Critic’s Coffee event on Saturday Mayfield has served on numerous morning, May 6. boards for the advancements of art and Gallery Spaces In conjunction with Biennale, Mayfield artists, including the Executive Board Public Beach 1 Art League of Hilton Head Gallery will hold a three day workshop, Painting a of the Salida Artists when Salida was Dynamic Landscape, at Art League Acad- named an Art District in Colorado. She Atlantic Ocean 2 3 emy, located at 106 Cordillo Parkway. For also served on the Board of Friends of These maps are not to exact registration details contact the Acad- Browns Canyon, helping to champion scale or exact distances. They Other Points of Interest were designed to give readers A HHI Visitor’s Center emy Manager by e-mail at (academy@ the designation of Browns Canyon as a help in locating galleries and artleaguehhi.org). National Monument, and continues to be art spaces in the area. B Hilton Head Island Public Library The 25th Biennale judge Susan May- an advocate for utilizing art and artists C Art League of Hilton Head Gallery field is an award-winning artist known to bring awareness to saving our nation’s for her use of color and light in pastel and public lands and land trusts. D Art League of HH Art Academy oils. She holds a Fine Arts degree with For more info check our SC Institu- E Coastal Discovery Museum @ Honey Horn honors from the College of Charleston and tional Gallery listing, call 843/842-5738 Hilton Head Island, SC 6 mile Marker has further studied with prominent artists or e-mail to ([email protected]). Page 14 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 15 South Carolina Festival of Flowers Takes Place in Greenwood, SC - June 2-4, 2017 Seated Nude

Greenwood’s Arts and Cultural District is enjoying exciting times these days, and One of the topiaries you’ll find along the street the excitement is contagious throughout The Festival of Flowers Juried Pho- the city, especially the Uptown Greenwood tography Exhibit and Contest will be on district. In addition to numerous sporting display at the Greenwood Veteran’s Center, and entertainment events during June 2-5, located at 106 Main Street North, from 2017, the SC Festival of Flowers, which is June 2 - 3, and will feature youth and adult celebrating its 50th anniversary, is excited photography from the area. to host several exhibits. Lastly, the annual Arts and Crafts Show The South Carolina Festival of Flowers will take place at the Uptown Market, lo- Juried Youth Art Show was established in cated on Maxwell Ave., June 2 - 3. Over 30 2015, as a sanctioned event in coincidence crafters are expected to participate offering with the Festival, with funding attributed artwork, yard art, handmade jewelry, and to an established endowment in the name more. This event is an original event to the of the late Virginia Self. The show will be Festival, and the new location is expected on display in the reception hall during the to attract quality vendors and exhibitors. month of June at The Arts Center of Green- Sponsored by Piedmont Technical College, wood and will include works by regional join them for one of the most popular and youth artists (K-12). exceptional shows in the Southeast. You’ll be amazed at the incredible handmade and creative works, so get ready to shop! The event features original work from talented artists and crafts people from all over the Southeast. All juried exhibitors’ work has been handmade by the exhibitors and must be their own original design and A view of one of the Juried Art Shows creation. See the creative process in action The South Carolina Festival of Flow- with several of our exhibitors demonstrat- ers Juried Art Show is a sanctioned event ing their craft in their booths, something for hosted annually by The Arts Center of every taste and budget with items from the Greenwood in coincidence with the South most contemporary to the most traditional. Carolina Festival of Flowers. The exhibit celebrates its 11th year in The Arts Center’s main gallery in 2017 and will feature work from artists all over South Carolina and divisions of the southeast. The show will be on display during the month of June at The Arts Center. The event is presented by the Arts Council of Greenwood County. including shows in Athens, GA, Newberry College, Lander University, Erskine Col- lege, and the Arts Center of Greenwood And of course there will be lots of flowers County. Her work has also appeared in Denise Waldrep While in Greenwood enjoying the Festi- shows of the South Carolina Watermedia val, take a magical tour of their “Signature” Society, the Belton Arts Center of Belton, Topiaries displayed throughout the square SC, and the MACK in McCormick, SC. She in Uptown Greenwood. When it comes to exhibits regularly with the Greenwood Art- flowers, everyone loves the topiaries—from ist Guild, of which she is past president and the majestic elephant to the dabbling ducks program director. A view of a couple of artist’s booths to the Safari Jeep. You will be astonished Waldrep also has a studio in Greenville, Celebrating the grand opening of 50 to see the variety of sculpture sizes, plants, SC, Dabney Mahanes and Denise Waldrep Blooming Years, a historical exhibit about colors and textures. In all, 42 unique “liv- Studio, located on Smith Street in the Vil- the SC Festival of Flowers, The Greenwood ing” creations are uniquely set in land- lage of West Greenville. Museum welcomes the public to come scaped areas in Uptown Greenwood for the In Waldrep’s artist statement, she says, “I view the Festival’s 50th anniversary special entire month of June. You have to see ‘em work to create images which allow glimpses exhibit. It will feature artifacts and memo- for yourself. of the energies that animate and permeate rabilia such as the SC Festival of Flowers And of course don’t forget to check out the material world around us. Those ener- Princess crown and a coach used in the the visual art displays at Main & Maxwell, gies may manifest as human emotion in por- festivities over the first 30 years. People Howards on Main and at Lander University. traits, the radiant energy of light in plein aire are generously sharing their programs, For further information on the SC Festi- studies or as myths finding expression in brochures, photos and other items as well val of Flowers, please visit their website at the shapes of forest trees and other forms of Work by Denise Waldrep as some of the winning creations of the Arts (www.scfestivalofflowers.org). nature. In some pieces, I show this through & Craft Show over the years. use of gestural lines or the play of darks and and myself as the artist leads.” lights. In other works, I may use pattern and For further information check our SC geometry coming though in unexpected Commercial Gallery listings, call Laura ways. It’s always exciting to see where the Bachinski at 864/223-6229 or e-mail to Main & Maxwell in Greenwood, interaction between my work in progress ([email protected]). SC, Offers Work by Denise Waldrep Main & Maxwell in Greenwood, SC, with an exquisite drawing of the dancer’s 2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and will present Studies of Studio One: Draw- body. My students see her daily diligence to ing from Dance, featuring works by painter, her art and they learn from her that it is the Sale Takes Place in the Edgefield and Denise Waldrep, on view from May 10 - same with them. Denise is a giving artist- 31, 2017. A reception will be held on May every piece she does, you see a part of her 10, from 5:30-7pm. On the evening of the determination, will and creativity to present Greenwood Areas of SC - May 6 - 7 reception, the director of Studio One, Cathy an honest piece of work.” On May 6-7, 2017, the Sixth Annual There will be five raffle pottery pieces Girvin will be in attendance along with sev- Waldrep graduated from the University Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and Sale will be for the 2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and eral dancers from the school’s production of of Georgia with a Bachelors of Fine Arts in held in Edgefield County, with potters from Sale. Tickets will be available at each of the “Peter and The Wolf.” Drawing and Painting and an interdisciplin- Edgefield Area Clay Guild and Greenwood studios participating in the tour. You choose Currently, Waldrep serves as Artist in ary studies degree in Natural Science Illus- Area Studio Potters. Studios on the tour which piece you would like to win! There Residence at Studio One School of Ballet in tration. During her career, she has worked include Phoenix Factory’s Old Edgefield will also be a drawing from all those who Greenwood. This month-long exhibit will as a free-lance artist, scientific illustrator, Pottery, Edgefield Clay Studio, PKPottery have their clay passports stamped at all of feature painting and figure sketches of cur- stained glass painter, and teacher. She has and Edgefield Clay Works. the different pottery locations and a prize rent dance students of the school as well as exhibited in national shows of the Guild of The tour will be held on Saturday, May given to the winner. a collection of nudes and figure drawings. Natural Science Illustrators in Washington, 6th, from 10am to 5pm and on Sunday, May For more information and a map to the “As an artist in the realm of dance, DC, and Minneapolis. Waldrep’s work has 7th, from noon to 5pm. The Groundhog various sites, please visit us on Facebook photographs of dancers were always avail- been included in the Smithsonian Museum kiln, located on Crest Road, will be fired the at HeritageTrailPotteryTourSale or contact able” says Girvin. “Denise has brought my exhibit entitled, Art in the Service of Sci- week of the tour, opening Saturday morning Paula Bowers at 80/336-4666. dancers at STUDIO ONE a sense of the ence. at 9am. reality that art is a journey - Denise begins Waldrep has exhibited work regionally, You can contact us by calling 843.693.1306. with an outline of a dancer’s body and ends continued above on next column to the right Page 16 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 17 6th Annual Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and Sale Upstate South Carolina 176  Saluda, NC Upstate SC Area This map is not to exact I-26 scale or exact distances. 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“So honored to be back at Artisphere Fes- tival after 9 years! It’s going to be a blast ARTISPHERE Takes Place in so ya’ll come on out!” Spin Magazine calls The Suffers “a Upstate Gallery on Main ten-piece soul collective that steeps their Philip Morsberger Greenville, SC - May 12 - 14, 2017 tracks in jazzy history with a modern continued from Page 18 Artisphere presented by TD Bank, an- twist. They’re the sort of neo-retro group based on their interpretations of the words newest addition of the USC Upstate’s 3 nounced several programming highlights you never knew music was so badly miss- for the 13th annual festival scheduled for “up” and “state,” resulting in a diverse yet gallery spaces. Located on E. Main Street in April 28 - June 10, 2017 ing” cohesive collection that encompasses a Spartanburg, it is a dedicated art space that May 12-14, 2017, in Greenville, SC. Last but certainly not least, the always GE Artist Row will feature 135 artists wide range of styles and mediums, includ- houses and displays the university’s perma- crowd-pleasing performance artist Brian ing painting, ceramics, and fiber art. nent collection including works by Andy selected by a panel of 5 jurors from a Olsen returns to the Wells Fargo and Re- record high applicant pool of 1,136 (1 in View of one of the artist’s booths Southern Exposure, established in 1978, Warhol, Jerry Uelsmann, Jack Tworkov, alOp Investments “Art in Action” Stage. is celebrating its 39th anniversary. The and Beatrice Riese. Along with permanent 8 chance of acceptance). Forty-one of the Using 6 brushes simultaneously and often you thought you’d seen it all, something 135 are first time exhibitors at Artisphere group organizes and presents several exhi- collection work the front gallery houses a just his hands, Olsen paints the perfect new pops up to delight and surprise. Don’t bitions each year, and has shown in many rotating schedule of regional and national and seventeen are local artists includ- likeness of famous musicians, sports leg- miss a minute of it.” ing Kent Ambler (printmaking), Hallie venues along the east coast including the artists’ work. The gallery is primarily run by Previous crowd at Artisphere ends, iconic movie stars and historic fig- Other programming announcements to Bertling (watercolor), Joseph Bradley (2D Fulton County Library in Atlanta, GA; 101 students as part of an on-going internship ures. In less than 10 minutes Olsen turns come including a new University of South Wooster Street Gallery in New York City; program where they learn how to display, mixed media), Janina Ellis (oil/acrylic including Cecilia Ho (needle felting), Izzy an oversized canvas into a work of art. Carolina Exhibit, the complete roster of painting), Kate Furman (jewelry/semi- Mitchell and Heather Brame (collaging), the Saul Alexander Gallery in Charleston, research, and promote the work on exhibit “This year’s festival is chock full of musicians and performance artists, the SC; and Elder Gallery in Charlotte, NC. in the gallery. precious), Darin Gehrke (ceramics), Lynn Carol Funke (handmade paper), and Joann cool arts programs that will elevate that lineup of participating local restaurants in Greer (watercolor), Katie Poterala (jew- Benzinger (photo image transfer) to name Southern Exposure also seeks to support For further information check our SC In- patron experience to a new level,” stated the Culinary Arts Cafe, the list of projects both artists and communities by bringing stitutional Gallery listings, call Jane Nodine, elry/semi-precious), Jerry Maxey (fiber), just a few. Artisphere Executive Director, Kerry in Kidsphere and more. Erin Hall (ceramics), Ray Mosteller (pho- Michelin Artist Demo Row wel- artistic events to areas without established Gallery Director at 864/503-5848 or go to Murphy. “We are so excited about the For more information visit (www. art venues. the UPSTATE Gallery on Main Facebook tography), Llyn Strong (precious jewelry), comes back glassblower Ryan Gothrup weekend from start to finish. Just when artisphere.org). Judy Verhoeven (2D mixed media), Tami (Richmond, VA), woodworker Michael The Upstate Gallery on Main is the page. Cardnella (2D mixed media), and Keith McDunn (Greenville), metalsmith Ryan Grace (2D mixed media). Calloway (Greenville), The Ceramics Two emerging Festival artists received Makers Collective (Greenville) and The University of South Carolina West Main Artists Co-Op in Spartanburg, scholarships to participate in this year’s Contemporary Print Making Collective 3 Undulations, 1996-2001 Oil on Canvas 31 /4 x 57 inches show: Kiah Bellows (painting) and Daniel (Greenville) to entertain festival goers and Upstate in Spartanburg, SC, Offers Bare (ceramics) will receive free booth reveal the intricacies of their respective SC, Features Three New Exhibitions space, mentoring and a professional pho- crafts. West Main Artists Co-Op (WMAC) tograph of their booth display. A full list Also back by popular demand are the Works by Southern Exposure in Spartanburg, SC, will open three new of participating artist is now available at Clemson University STEAM Exhibit, the The University of South Carolina Upstate exhibits in May: Residuals by founding (www.artisphere.org). Greenville County High School Exhibition in Spartanburg, SC, will present UP/STATE, member Addam Duncan, Explorations In Darin Gehrke, local ceramics artist, and The Greenville Journal and Green- a selection of recent works by the twelve Wax by Terry Jarrard-Dimond, and Calming Artisphere 2016 Award Winner and 2017 ville Health System Artists of the Upstate members of Southern Exposure, Spartan- Rhythm: Washing the Soul Clean, by Con- juror commented, “Having the opportuni- Juried Exhibition. burg’s oldest artist cooperative, on view in verse College students Christine Sweten- ty to participate in Artisphere as an out-of- For the performing arts fans Artisphere the UPSTATE Gallery on Main, from May burg and Nancy Vaughn. All of these exhib- state artist, a local artist, and now a juror, I will host dozens of local and regional 9 through June 30, 2017. A reception for the its will be open for free public viewing on continue to marvel at Greenville’s support acts on four stages. Headlining the Arti- artists will be held on May 18 from 5-8pm May 18, during the Spartanburg’s ArtWalk, of the Festival and the participating art- sphere After Hours Concert Series on the during the Spartanburg ArtWalk. the city’s monthly self-perpetuating and 3110 Wade Hampton Blvd. Suite 10 ists. The outstanding commitment to the WYFF-4 Stage is Louisiana Americana The featured artists include founding self-guiding tour of local art galleries. The Work by Christine Swetenburg participating artists’ places Artisphere in a Singer/Songwriter, Marc Broussard (Fri- Southern Exposure members Carol Augt- free opening reception will be 5-9pm. The Taylors, SC 29687 league of its own.” day) and Houston based Soul Band, The hun, Jessica Barnes, Claire Miller Hopkins, exhibits continue through June 10, 2017. the pages of telephone books. Other Visual Arts Programming for the Suffers (Saturday). and Amy Goldstein-Rice, as well as current Addam Duncan, 36, is a native of In- “I’m using the ink and the paint that 2017 festival include the Furman Art Lab Traveling to Greenville from the New members Ann Wenz, Cynthia Link, Doris man, SC. His artistic abilities travel many I would normally throw away to make Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 1 - 5 pm that will feature 13 new experiences for Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, Brous- Turner, Linda Hudgins, Sara Dame Setzer, avenues, including painting, printmaking, abstract monotype prints on nice printmak- Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm the 13th annual festival. These interac- sard makes his second appearance at the AliceKay McMillan, Dwight Rose, and sculpting, and writing both prose and music. ing paper,” Duncan said. “They are printed tive demonstrations allow patrons to roll Artisphere festival. “It’s amazing how David Zacharias. Residuals will be an exhibit of his use of directly from telephone book pages, as www.hamptoniiigallery.com • email: [email protected] up their sleeves and flex their creative things come full circle,” stated Broussard. For UP/STATE, the artists created works leftover or discarded ink and paint to make the phone book is kind of an obsolete item 864-268-2771 muscles with instruction by local artists continued above on next column to the right continued on Page 19 Work by Amy Goldstein-Rice abstract monotypes, printed directly from continued on Page 21 Page 18 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 19 GREENVILLE, SC West Main Artists Co-Op continued from Page 19 / back to Page 19 in this day and age. The concept is ‘Why dispose of something that has the potential to be something beautiful?’” With no formal art training or educa- M AY tion, Duncan has exhibited in New York, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, Cleve- land, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Charlotte, ARTS SCENE Asheville, Columbia, Pickens, Greenville, and Spartanburg. Since 2012, Duncan has owned Honor & Glory Tattoo in Inman. The unframed prints in this exhibit will be THE METROPOLITAN ARTS COUNCIL reasonably priced for sale. Terry Jarrard-Dimond’s Explorations THE MAC GALLERY 16 AUGUSTA ST . GREENVILLE, SC . 29601 In Wax exhibit is a collection of nonrep- resentational canvas images created with encaustic paint, which is a combination of beeswax, pigment, and tree sap. This is a Work by Terry Jarrard-Dimond One-Stop Open Studios rich medium that has been used for many the Soul Clean, blends together the two art- centuries to create images known for their ists’ themes for their creativity. Swetenburg Retrospective sense of depth. The works in this exhibit works with a range of materials, including were created during the past three years and clay and handmade books. This body of are noted for their striking colors and bold, work shows her exploration with water and April 25 - June 9, 2017 organic, and contemporary images. its spiritual and cleansing effect that it has Begun in 2006, One-Stop Open Studios is In her artist’s statement, the Seneca, in her life. Much of her work is abstracted SC, artist said: “My work is the physical from the rain she saw hitting windows as an annual retrospective exhibit of artists manifestation of my dreams, fantasies, and an undergraduate student. Swetenburg is an who have participated in Greenville Open imagination. I experience the act of making art teacher in Greenville County, where she Studios since its inception in 2002. The as an altered state where I make unique vi- teaches 4K-5th grade students. She is also a sual relationships between marks, smudges, candidate for a master’s degree in art educa- exhibit runs in conjunction with Artisphere, stains, and shapes. I look for moments of tion from Converse College. Greenville’s premier arts festival, and chance where these same elements unite to Nancy Vaughn is a mixed media artist allows for greater exposure and awareness reveal figures, structures, landscapes, and who incorporates dimensional aspects in her mindscapes.” works, which include sculpture and the use of Greenville-area visual artists. Jarrard-Dimond earned a bachelor’s de- of trapunto techniques in her paintings. She gree from Winthrop University and a mas- has always been influenced by words and The MAC gallery will be open during the ter’s degree in fine art from Clemson Uni- music that often evoke vivid pictures in her Artisphere weekend. versity. She worked for more than 15 years mind, she said. Vaughn used these images as a sculptor and taught at several colleges as inspiration to create the work in this ex- Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm, AN EXHIBIT OF OVER 70 LOCAL ARTISTS! and universities. Her work is represented in hibit. She teaches art in Spartanburg County Sunday: Noon – 6:00 pm collections such as Coca-Cola International and is a candidate for a master’s degree in in Atlanta, The Federal Reserve Bank in art education from Converse College. Charlotte, and The State Museum of South West Main Artists Co-Op is a converted Carolina, in Columbia. Her work has been 20,000-square-foot church now being used featured in many solo shows, including by more than 50 member artists to produce CENTRE STAGE Furman University, Columbia College, The and showcase their work. The 32 studios CENTRE STAGE 501 RIVER STREET . GREENVILLE, SC . 29601 Fine Arts Center in Greenville, and Upstairs accommodate various media, including Artspace in Tryon, NC. printing, ceramics, pottery, textiles, jewelry Calming Rhythm: Washing the Soul making, quilting, sculpture, photography, Clean will be the joint graduate exhibition and many others. In addition to the studio Painting Life featuring the work of Christine Sweten- space, there are several art galleries and the Cabarrus Arts Council in Concord burg and Nancy Vaughn. This exhibition opportunity to purchase locally made art. will showcase artwork created during their For further information check our SC Kymberly Day education at Converse College and will con- Institutional Gallery listings, call the Co-Op Features Work by Wyoming Artists Peggy Tanner Day sist of acrylic paintings, handmade books, at 864/804-6501 or visit (www.WestMain- The Cabarrus Arts Council in Concord, soapstone carvings, and clay work. Artists.org) or on Facebook. NC, will present Place/Settings, a new exhi- The name, Calming Rhythm: Washing bition at The Galleries of the Cabarrus Arts May 5 – June 5, 2017 Council which explores the influence of locale on the human spirit, as seen through Opening reception: Friday, May 5, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Greenville Center for Creative the eyes of twelve Wyoming artists, on view from May 5 through July 7, 2017. Mother and daughter, Peggy Tanner and Kymberly The exhibition is an examination of how Arts in Greenville, SC, Features surroundings carry the potential to mold the Day will be exhibiting their paintings at Centre Stage lives of the people inhabiting them. during the month of May. Wearable Art Exhibition Co-curated by Do Palma and Connie The Greenville Center for Creative Norman, two of the twelve artists featured Arts in Greenville, SC, is presenting in the exhibition, Place/Settings studies how Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Wearable Art, featuring works by twenty- physical environment can affect the human www.centrestage.org five artists considering the history of psyche. adornment and how established norms “Place/Settings was conceived as an can be broken or rewritten, on view exploration of the ways places and settings through May 24, 2017. Some of the artists had played out in our lives,” said Palma. reinterpret tradition in their work, while “We considered family history, childhood others have challenged the notion of what memories, and inevitably, the wide open, is wearable. high prairie landscape in which we live and TD BANK GALLERY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The show displays the works of 25 create.” national and international artists, who cur- Wyoming is the tenth largest, but least Work by Do Palma CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 24 CLEVELAND STREET . GREENVILLE, SC . 29601 rently live and work in San Francisco, populous state in the nation. Rugged New York City, Massachusetts, Rhode mountain ranges stretch across two thirds grained in their family heritage.” Island, Texas and more. The credentials of of the state, while the other third consists of The Cabarrus Arts Council is a nonprofit this group are amazing, including many mostly untamed prairieland. organization that serves as the epicenter for SHANNON DUDAR / STEVE DUDAR / award winners. Several of the artists are Other artists joining Palma and Norman the community’s artists and patrons. Last represented by some of the finest art jew- in the exhibition include: Wendy Lemen year The Galleries and performances in the elry galleries and dealers in the world! Bredehoft, Ashley Hope Carlisle, Jenny Davis Theatre attracted more than 17,000 KATY STANBERRY The artists include: Barbara Mann, Dowd, Leah Hardy, Bronwyn Minton, Su- visitors. In 2015-2016, CAC awarded Fallon Wong, Jacqueline Lung, Joy san Moldenhauer, Dandee Pattee, Jennifer $46,342 in grants to local arts programs Raskin, Kate Furman, Kathleen Janvier, Rife, Georgia Rowswell and Sue Sommers. through the North Carolina Arts Council April 4 - May 12, 2017 Katja Taporshi, Kendall Reiss, Kendra “We are thrilled to showcase the works Grassroots Grants program and the Mariam Pariseault, Lane Vorster, Leslie Boyd, of these western artists to the North Caro- & Robert Hayes Charitable Trust, and pre- Work by Marge Hinge Luci Jockel, Mallory Abramson, Manu- lina public,” said The Galleries’ Curator, sented 61 curriculum-related performances Sculptural wall pieces by Steve Dudar and ela Jiminez, Marge Hinge, Mary Pearce, For further information check our SC Rebecca Collins Fasano. “The 12 artists to 29,426 students in Cabarrus County. paintings by Shannon Dudar and Katy Nikki Couppee, Rob Jackson, Robin Institutional Gallery listings, call the Center who come together to create this exhibition For further information check our NC In- Stanberry will be on display on the walls Quigley, Ruta Reifen, Sena Huh, Seth at 864/735-3948 or visit (www.artcenter- represent not only the diversity of set- stitutional Gallery listings, call the Galleries Papac, Sophia Sophia, Wan Hee Cho, and greenville.org). tings across Wyoming, but also how those at 704/920-ARTS or visit (www.Cabarru- of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce Wei Lah Poh. surroundings shaped their childhood, their sArtsCouncil.org). through May 12th. adulthood, and most often, became en- The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue and June 24 for the Every once in a while I feel like just filling one of these spaces with a kind of nothingness. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. July 2017 issue. After that, it’s too late unless your exhibit runs You know, as if nobody reads what’s in these spaces anyway. into the next month. But don’t wait for the last minute - send your info now. So if one time I said something like the first person to read this and send me an e-mail to ([email protected]) during the month of May, they’ll get a free 1/4 ad in our June 2017 issue. And where do you send that info? E-mail to ([email protected]). But who reads these space fillers anyway? Not many I bet.

Page 20 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 21 Hickory Museum of Art in Mint Museum Uptown in  W. 11th Street  E. 11th Street Charlotte, NC Maps Hickory, NC, Offers Installation Charlotte, NC, Offers A Survey A N. Brevard Street N. College Street N. Tryon Street Tryon N. N. Church Street Uptown - South End & North

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   by Jonathan Brilliant Exhibit of Contemporary Art   The Hickory Museum of Art in The Mint Museum Uptown in Charlotte, seeks to de-mystify contemporary Ameri-  Hickory, NC, is presenting Hickory Sticks, NC, is presenting State of the Art: Discov- can art. Works of art and artists were chosen Historic South End featuring a new installation by Jonathan ering American Art Now, on view through based on their innovative use of materials, W. 9th Street W. 9th Street E. 9th Street Independence Blvd.     Brilliant, on view through Sept. 9, 2017. Sept. 2, 2017. their relevance to modern life, and their W. Hill Street O Dell Bank of America Monroe Rd. A reception will be held on May 6, from Consisting of approximately 75 remark- deep connections to their communities Building Stadium S. Tryon St. Tryon S.

1:30-3:30pm. Meet the artist, see the com- able works, State of the Art seeks to de- and present-day issues. In order to further Rama Road S. Brevard St. pleted installation and test out your coffee mystify contemporary American art. enhance that engagement, The Mint Mu-

In 2013, representatives from the Crystal seum is working directly with a selection of W. 8th Street W. 8th Street E. 8th Street S. Cedar Street 74  N. Caldwell Street stirrer weaving skills.    N. Davidson Street Brilliant will be conducting a week- Bridges Museum of Art embarked on a participating artists to offer a wide range of Transamerica Sq. E. Morehead St. P long residency to create a site-specific coast-to-coast curatorial road trip. Their exhibition-related programming. W. Morehead St. P  I-277 installation in the Museum’s Coe Gallery objective: to discover new and intriguing State of the Art: Discovering American I-77 Bland A lexander Street using to-go coffee accessories as his art works of art existing outside of typical Art Now was organized by Crystal Bridges  51  W. 7th Street E. 7th Street  E. 7th Street Matthews materials. The public is invited to watch Jonathan Brilliant working on one of his metropolitan venues. Former Director Don Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR.   1 Park Ave.

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installations O mnimax the artist work live through May 4 during Bacigalupe and Curator Chad Aligood trav- Exhibition programs are supported, in part, D P C Providence Rd. eled 100,000 miles and conducted nearly by the Willard and Pat Walker Charitable  P EI-485ast Boulevard normal Museum hours. holds a BA in Studio Art from the College Discovery Public Uptown Charlotte Institutional Gallery Spaces

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N. Brevard Street The artist will laboriously weave of Charleston and an MFA in Spatial Arts 1,000 studio visits with artists who had been Foundation.  Institutional Gallery Spaces S. Tryon St. A Charlotte Art League Gallery Camden recommended by their colleagues in each This exhibition is presented in Charlotte W. 6th Street E. 6th Street E. 6th Street 16 50,000+ wooden coffee stirrers to cre- from San Jose State University. Brilliant A McColl Center For Visual Art Commercial Gallery Spaces E. Worthington Ave.

state. Their findings formed the basis for with the generous support of PNC Financial  ate a site-responsive, colossal sculpture is a recipient of an individual artist grant P B Harvey B. Gantt Center 1 Elder Gallery State of the Art: Discovering American Art Services, with additional support from the  P Bank  influenced by the gallery’s 25 foot ceiling from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation of America Levine Museum of the New South 2 Tremont Ave. Tower C and unique architectural features – spiral and is a South Carolina Arts Commission Now, an unprecedented nationwide survey John S. and James L. Knight Foundation P  D McColl Center for VA 3 staircases and Palladian windows. Visitors Visual Arts Fellow. He has received nu- of contemporary American art. and Young Affiliates of the Mint. Tremont  W. 5th Street E. 5th Street E. 5th Street will be able to walk under and around the merous fellowships and artist residencies Consisting of approximately 75 remark- For further information check our NC In- Charlotte Trolley Line S. Boulevard E Mint Museum Uptown undulating walls of this structure. The including McColl Center for Visual Art able works of art ranging from paintings stitutional Gallery listings, call the Museum Time Warner P Independence Bank Shops Cable Arena and drawings to sculpture, photography, at 704/337-2000 or visit (www.mintmu- Center of America @ F woven stirrers are held in place without in Charlotte, NC; The Ox-Bow School of Corp. Founders Bechtler Museum of Modern Art Marriott N. Tryon Street Tryon N. N. College Street the use of adhesives; tension and compres- Art in Saugatuck, MI; The Vermont Studio video, and installations by 42 artists from seum.org). N. Church Street City Center Hall Lexington every region of the country, State of the Art W. Trade Street • •E. Trade Street E. Trade Street Davidson, sion are what gives the structure strength Center in Johnson, VT; Redux Contem-  • 

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sleeves, disposable lids and coffee stain In 2012, Brilliant also served as an Artist P P Citizens Cabarrus,  Jerald Melberg Gallery in Charlotte, Bank Plaza P  2 wall drawings will also be included in the in Residence at the Cairns Festival in Far I-85 W. 4th Street E. 4th Street P Surface lot parking E. 4th Street and exhibition. North Queensland, Australia, and at the S. Brevard Street Omni P P Parking Garage 70 Visitors will have the rare opportunity Center for Creativity and the Arts at CSU NC, Offers Pastel Invitational Exhibit P P Hotel Stanly  Salisbury to see an artist create an art piece from Fresno, California. Jerald Melberg Gallery in Charlotte, BB&T P Center S. Davidson St. 

P S. Caldwell Street start to finish; a process which is typi- This project was supported by the NC, will present The Dust on Butterflies’ Counties Wings: A Pastel Invitational, featuring  W. 3rd Street E. 3rd Street  E. 3rd Street cally done behind-the-scenes. Brilliant United Arts Council of Catawba County S. Church Street Two P One Wells Fargo works by artists from across the United S. Tryon Street will work live in the gallery, greeting and through the North Carolina Arts Coun- Wells Fargo Center 52

Center interacting with visitors. After his resi- cil, with funding from the State of North States, on view from May 13 through July  P I-85 dency is complete, a time lapse video of Carolina and the National Endowment 8, 2017. W. 2nd Street E. 2nd Street   E. 2nd Street Kannapolis the project’s making will be projected on a for the Arts. Additional support provided This invitational exhibition features Wells Fargo P  P Center Charlotte  works of artists from across the United P Convention gallery wall through the remainder of the by Corning Optical Communications and  P Center States who are known for their mastery in  exhibition. Interactive stations will allow Shurtape. W. 1st Street E. 1st Street For further information check our pastel. The title of the exhibition comes  visitors to practice the stir stick weaving F Concord 73 technique and add to a community sculp- NC Institutional Gallery listings, call the from a well-known quote by Wolf Kahn E B Albemarle ture built started by the artist. Museum at 828/327-8576 or visit (www. that resonates with pastels artists and W. Stonewall Street E. Stonewall Street 601 Born in Charleston, SC, and now based HickoryArt.org). admirers alike: “Pastel is the dust on but- Work by Susan Grossman in Raleigh, NC, artist Jonathan Brilliant terflies’ wings. This velvety medium is capable of remarkable diversity if directed Whitten, Margaret Bowland and Jimmy by a proficient artist, one who can capture Wright. We also welcome the opportunity Arts Council of York County City of Rock Hill, SC, Features Works Gallery 27 in Lincolnton, NC, Celebrates its opposing realms of delicacy and to once again showcase Janet Fish, Robert power.” Peterson and Yvonne Jacquette. continued from Page 22 As a group, these artists capture the Invited artists include: Charles by Students of Fewell Park Art Classes state, he helped start Nexus, a non-profit softness of landscapes and grit of the city Basham, Margaret Bowland, William The City of Rock Hill, SC, and the Fewell Park is one of several Recreation Fifth Anniversary With Works by Liz photography gallery that later became The as well as crisp detail of figuration and the Partridge Burpee, Raul Diaz, Janet Fish, Arts Council of York County will present Centers in Rock Hill that provide a host of Atlanta contemporary Art Center. His hand emotion and immediacy of abstraction. Susan Grossman, Yvonne Jacquette, Wolf Freestyle, featuring works by students of both outdoor and indoor activities to the colored photographs of Southern landscapes McKay and Stacey Pilkington-Smith An objective of this pastel invitational Kahn, Janet Monafo, Robert Peterson, Fewell Park Art Classes, on view at Rock community. Situated on 10.2 acres with were widely collected and exhibited region- Gallery 27 in Lincolnton, NC, will cel- is to investigate this duality through the Joyce Stillman-Myers, Wayne Thiebaud, Hill City Hall Rotunda Gallery, from May amenities that are used for programs and ally and nationally. ebrate its fifth anniversary with an exhibit of work of fifteen artists using pastel in the Esteban Vicente, Jack Whitten, and Jimmy 2 - 30, 2017. events for all ages, Fewell Park is a great In 1999, Frazer moved with his fam- works by Liz McKay and Stacey Pilking- 20th and 21st century. Included are per- Wright. Freestyle features works by art students place to hit a tennis ball or to enjoy a picnic ily to Salt Lake City. After the move, he ton-Smith, on view from May 20 through haps the two greatest living pastel artists Jerald Melberg Gallery is located on enrolled in watercolor and wet medium while watching the kids on the playground. branched out from photography to a diverse June 7, 2017. A reception will be held on in America, Wayne Thiebaud and Wolf South Sharon Amity Road near the inter- painting classes at the Fewell Park Recre- A vibrant educational facility plays host to a practice that focused on mixed media works May 20, from 7-9pm. Kahn. section with Providence Road. ation Center. The varied visual imageries wide variety of indoor activities, including and collaborative installations. His newest The multi-faceted realm of mixed media In addition to artists represented by For further information check our NC of bicycles have been created over the past everything from art to yoga. work, though not appearing photographic is showcased in an explosion of color and the gallery, such as Charles Basham and Commercial Gallery listings, call the 12 months by students of Bradley Sabelli The Arts Council is headquartered in at first glance, is nevertheless photo based, texture by artists Liz McKay and Stacey Esteban Vicente, we are pleased to intro- gallery at 704/365-3000 or visit (www. and Herb Dumaresq in celebration of the downtown Rock Hill in South Carolina’s deriving from images of details taken from Pilkington-Smith in celebration of Gallery duce the work of artists new to the gallery, jeraldmelberg.com). upcoming UCI BMX World Championship. first cultural district. the natural world. 27’s fifth anniversary. Pilkington-Smith, including Joyce Stillman-myers, Jack In preparing for this exhibit, the Fewell For further information check our SC In- Sandy Singletary’s artistic process begins owner of Gallery 27, and McKay, the gal- Park art instructors dared the students to stitutional Gallery listings, call the Council with observational walks in nature. During lery manager, have combined their current be inventive with the theme. As one will at 803/328-2787 or visit (www.yorkcount- these walks her mind begins to clear, and a works in a show that visually represents the discover, such inventiveness brings diverse yarts.org). shift in thoughts allows free association of inception, nurturing and ultimate fruition of Arts Council of York County in creativity to the canvas! following an artistic dream. creative ideas based on what she observes. McKay’s current series of paintings Rock Hill, SC, Features Works by Singletary sees lines and forms within com- Work by Jim Frazer explore an earth based sense of ancestry. positions filled with visual contrasts, and is Images of seeds, stones and other natural inspired by the visual fragility and asym- at Winthrop University’s Undergraduate elements seem to carve their way through Jim Frazer and Sandy Singletary metric balance of natural forms like vines Exhibition, Best of Show and First Place at and branches, supported by a structural (or the Pendleton Spring Jubilee, the Purchase Visit layers of white paper and paint, pushing The Arts Council of York County in Rock inner) strength that makes it possible for Award at the Images Art Festival in New their way to the surface to reveal rich colors Hill, SC, will present Traces, featuring them to exist. Smyrna Beach, FL. wrapped around ghostly images of cloaked works by Jim Frazer and Sandy Singletary, Singletary earned her MFA in ceramics Works by Susan Ludvigson, and the Carolina Arts ancient figures. on view in the Dalton Gallery at the Center at Winthrop University. She is currently Compass Prep Student Photo Exhibit are Pilkington-Smith’s intuitive style of Work by Stacey Pilkington-Smith for the Arts, from May 5 through June 11, an Assistant Professor at Lander Uni- also on exhibit in the Perimeter and Ed- portraiture reveals the essence of beauty 2017. A reception will be held on May 11, versity. She has served as curator for the mund D. Lewandowski Classroom Galler- on Facebook within each face by capturing the imper- high quality of visual art, create an excit- from 5:30-7:30pm. Greenwood Art Guild Annual Exhibition, ies at the Center for the Arts. fection. Painting purely for the aesthetic, ing venue where artists can exhibit and sell “Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow the Scholastic Art Exhibition at Lander Exhibits at the Center for the Arts are Pilkington-Smith looks beyond the surface their art, facilitate opportunities for artists behind.” - Nathaniel Hawthorne. University, and at Creativity Community sponsored by O’Darby’s - a Retailer of Fine of each portrait to expose glimpses into the through marketing, promotion, commis- “When we go into the woods, it’s Go to this link and Collaboration in Columbia, SC. Single- Wines, Craft Beers, and Spirits. soul behind the model. Her works feature sions, and sales, provide high-quality class- poignant to see the dead trees where there Work by Sandy Singletary tary’s works are in permanent collections The Arts Council is headquartered in floral elements, fish and birds within a kalei- es and workshops for adults and children was once a beautiful forest,” says Jim “like” us! at Ceramics Monthly. She has created downtown Rock Hill, a state-recognized doscope of rich color. in a barrier-free setting that is designed to Frazer. “Yet, there is a certain fascination to incorporate the patterns in his art. His commissioned works for the Museum of cultural district. Gallery 27 is the premiere art gallery in inspire while providing fun and educational and beauty to the patterns engraved into images present the patterns individually, York County - Brattonsville, Perry Sessions For further information check our SC In- Lincoln County, bringing the finest in both art experiences for all ages and abilities. the wood by the beetle larvae as they eat as artifacts: beautiful signatures which, in Design, Inc., and Leslie Advertising, and stitutional Gallery listings, call the Council local and regional art to the area for the past For further information check our NC beneath the bark.” Their paths form linear, nature, ultimately spell destruction. her work is featured in the publication, 500 at 803/328-2787 or visit (www.yorkcount- five years. The mission of Gallery 27 is Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery calligraphic signatures that reminded Frazer Frazer studied art history as an under- to instruct, inform and inspire their artists at 704/240-9060 or visit (www.ncgallery27. Teapots. Singletary’s work has received nu- yarts.org). of the tugras, or personal ciphers of the graduate at Amherst College, after which merous awards including the Merit Award and collectors by providing a source of com). Ottoman sultans. Surprisingly inspired by he went on to complete a Master of Visual the beetle tracks that began showing up art degree in photography at Georgia State The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month You can contact us by calling 843/693-1306 or by e-mail at - [email protected] prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue and June 24 for the but do it before the 24th of the month prior to our next issue. in his photographs taken during his time University. With colleagues from Georgia July 2017 issue. spent in the woods, Frazer’s work evolved continued on Page 23 Page 22 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 23

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Dixie Bee Supply 2672 Pageland Hwy. Bee Products, Beekeeping Supplies & Demonstrations. Artisans On Site. Dianne Mahaffee’s Pottery Studio 2875 New Hope Road. Working Artist Studio & Gallery in Rural Setting, Hands-On Art, Demonstrations. #9 Lumber Sawmill & Craft Shop 5855 Pageland Hwy. Working Saw Mill, Farm.Closes 4pm Saturday. The SC Truffieres & Howell Specialty Farmz Aiken Center for the Arts in Aiken, GALLERY 9010 Pryor Drive, Fort Mill, SC. Produce, Livestock, Bees/Beekeeping, Timber/Forest, at Farmer’s Market, Truffle dog demonstrations. Life of Pollinators (honey bees). SC, Offers 49th Annual Guild Show For sale: produce, honey, water, snacks, eggs. Kid-friendly activities on-site. Nonnah’s In 1967, the South Carolina National Offering works by local & regional artists Bank was the host for the first art exhibit Serving Lunch M-F, 11:30am-2pm Saturday, June 17 only 9am - 5pm by the newly formed Aiken Artist Guild. Evening hours: M-Th., 5-11pm Over the last forty-nine years, the Guild Fri., 5pm-12:30am & Sat., 6pm-12:30am Lancaster County Farmers Market has grown to over 170 members from not 803/779-9599 • www.nonnahs.com only Aiken but North Augusta, Augusta, 923 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 241 Community Lane. Locally-Grown Produce, Artisans on site. Edgefield, Trenton and Johnston plus many locations in between. The Guild members Sunday, June 18 only 1 - 5pm will celebrate their 49th Annual Member Show exhibiting a variety of works May 8 through June 16, 2017, at the Aiken Center The Ivy Place A R T I S T for the Arts in downtown Aiken, SC. 8603 Van Wyck Rd. Historic Working Farm, Berry-Picking, old barns, Artisans on Site. New this year will be early voting for the People’s Choice Award sponsored by the Van Zile family. Voting will open to the public Tuesday, May 9 - 11, with the award www.agandarttour.com being presented at the show’s reception Work by Jane Popiel from the 2016 exhibit held at the Center for the Arts May 11, from Judging the show this year will be Scott Michael Story FIne Art / Workshops 6-8pm. The reception is free and open to Thorp, Chair of the Department of Art at 803-356-4268 Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/agandartlancaster www.michaelstory.com the public. continued on Page 26 Page 24 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 25 I N C O L U M B I A ’ S V I S T A Aiken Center for the Arts Sumter Co. Gallery continued from Page 25 continued from Page 26 Augusta University. Thorp received his directly than an untouchable celebrity or MFA in drawing and painting from the distant historical figure could. The work be- Mount Royal Graduate School at the Mary- gins as an intimate acknowledgement of an land Institute College of Art. He is an artist, individual and is subsequently transformed writer and educator specializing in creativ- into a set of symbols poised for the viewer’s investigation.” ity. Currently he is also a contributing writer featuring and consulting editor for ArtPulse Maga- Thomas’s background would not seem zine, an international magazine covering the to predict him becoming an artist. He was artists state of contemporary art. raised by a single mother in a working Eileen Blyth The Guild’s Show will feature awards in class neighborhood in Chicago. In 2009 he the categories of 2-D, 3-D, and photography earned a BFA with an emphasis in painting as well as the Phil Premar Best of Show, the and drawing from the University of Wiscon- Stephen Chesley William Colgate Best Aiken Scene, the Van sin – Whitewater. He went on to receive a Zile People’s Choice, and the Ed Warner Master in Fine Arts from the University of Heidi Darr-Hope New Member awards. Over $1,400.00 in North Carolina in Chapel Hill in 2013. Both Thomas and Taj are active members of the awards will be given at the reception. Pat Gilmartin The Aiken Artist Guild has evolved over tight knit Durham artist/activist scene and the last 49 years still keeping in mind its have exhibited together on a few occasions. objectives to create an opportunity for local Saba Taj is a queer, Muslim-American Robert Kennedy artists to participate in well-regulated exhib- mixed-media visual artist and activist MOUSE HOUSE, Inc. its that will expose to the citizens of Aiken Work by Lindy Candell from the 2016 exhibit whose work centers around identity and Sharon C. Licata County the wealth of artistic talent therein, outside the state. challenging Islamophobia and sexism. Taj has struggled with her Muslim identity, 2123 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201 to stimulate an appreciation of original The Guild is a 501-c-3 organization Michel McNinch visual arts in the area, and to develop educa- that will celebrate its 50th anniversary and its seeming contradictions with the (803) 254-0842 tional and other benefits for the members. beginning in September of 2017. Several other parts of her persona but has come to The Annual Member Show is highly an- exciting events are already in the works! It embrace it as an essential part of who she Kirkland Smith Weekdays 9:30am - 5pm & Saturday, 10am - 2pm ticipated by the membership and the public. is a remarkable accomplishment to have an is while rejecting monolithic interpreta- It is the culmination of the membership year all-volunteer organization evolve and grow tions of what it means to be Muslim. Over Laura Spong which includes exhibits at local businesses, for 50 years. the years, her explorations of identity have [email protected] workshops, monthly program speakers, and For further information check our SC grown increasingly intersectional, confront- http://mousehouseinc.blogspot.com involvement in many of the city’s activities. Institutional Gallery listings, to learn about ing Islamophobia’s connections to systemic David Yaghjian AAG members are honored with awards the Guild and membership, visit (www. oppression rooted in anti-black racism and from area shows including shows at Mc- aikenartistguild.org). Join and like us on imperialism. The fiber art studio of Susan Lenz Cormick, Anderson, North Augusta, the Facebook to keep up with all the Guild’s Her brightly colored portraits of mostly Open weekdays. South Carolina Watermedia Society, and activities! Muslim women in hijabs, smiling and Call for hours: 803.252.6134 Also specializing in antiquarian prints and mirrors enjoying quintessentially American things, 808 Lady St., Columbia SC 29201 makes a statement, imbued with humor, www.susanlenz.com about how a hijab/head dress does not ex- www.VistaStudios80808.com Sumter County Gallery of Art in clude Muslims from everyday “American” activities nor make them any less American. Sumter, SC, Features Works by When asked what it’s like to produce art available for rental during a time of Islamophobia in America, gallery INC. Taj notes that her entire life as an American William Paul Thomas and Saba Taj modest rate | professional exhibition space MOUSE HOUSE, has been a time of Islamophobia, and it is Call 803.771.7008 The Sumter County Gallery of Art in something that she directly confronts in FIBER ART & ANTIQUE PRINTS Sumter, SC, is presenting timely exhibitions her work. Early on, she felt a responsibil- of the work of two young artists, William ity to use her art to explore Islamophobia, Paul Thomas Loved Ones and Saba Taj but more recently has found that simply Muslims Are Awesome on view through by being a socially engaged Muslim and June 23, 2017. gay woman of color in America, themes These are unusual times to be an artist of systemic marginalization emerge in her and the recent presidential election has work because that is embedded in how she left many people feeling vulnerable and grapples with her own identity. unwelcome in their own country. Both Taj maintains that her identity certainly Thomas and Taj belong to communities affects the way she think about herself as an that are experiencing a heightened sense artist, and how she is received as an artist. of anxiety as their status as Americans is She feels empowered by making art, and Work by William Paul Thomas questioned. Karen Watson, Director of the hopes that the figures she paints are imbued Sumter County Gallery of Art observes, ties, politicians, but Thomas highlights the with that sense of power. The most impor- “it is more important than ever to provide people that impact him in a more personal tant thing for people to take away from her an opportunity for the voices and visions and direct way. The work begins as an work is that identity does not operate on of these artists to be seen and heard. The intimate acknowledgement of an individual binaries - it is fluid and hybrid. Saba Taj Sumter County Gallery of Art is committed and is subsequently transformed into a thinks of art as a way to control the narrative to presenting challenging art that, we hope, larger statement of universality. Thomas’s and representation of Muslim Americans, Work by Saba Taj will increase understanding and break down work reiterates the notion that we are more and also as an act of resistance in a world barriers. “ alike that we are different. that threatens to diminish people because of being negatively impacted, about Muslim The gallery is also excited to present an Thomas’s current series, “Cyanosis” who they love and what they believe. registries, and deportations. It is a really so- online catalog of this exhibition. We are which will be part of the Sumter Gallery Taj was recently interviewed in The bering time, seeing how power is operating honored that Jonell Logan, an independent exhibition, explores being deprived of Guardian in an article about Muslims in the in this country and how important it is that curator, arts advocate, and founder of 300 basic human rights, being marginalized, or South: “It’s been especially challenging to we get organized so we can take that power. Arts Project, LLC, will be the essayist for victimized by painting parts of the subjects’ be a Muslim this past week. While Ameri- I’ve been in North Carolina my entire life. the catalog. In 2016, Logan served as the faces blue. Cyanosis is a way to describe cans of all creeds and faiths were rallying There are a lot of challenges and fears, but I adviser and catalog essayist for the Co- the bluish tone of the skin that results from across the country opposing Trump’s im- love that I am born and raised in the south. lumbia Museum of Art’s stellar exhibition, the lack of oxygen in the blood. The most migration ban on travelers and immigrants As I’ve gotten older, I feel more deeply that Situated in the heart of the Vista, Gallery REMIX: Themes and Variations in African- recent witnessing of deprivation of oxygen from seven Muslim-majority countries, this is my state, and that makes me dedi- American Art. was the strangulation death of Eric Garner news broke about a mosque shooting in cated to stay here and make it better.” 80808 is a vital part of the contemporary art William Paul Thomas paints portraits of by NYPD police officers. Although the Quebec. I think right now, like many folks Taj received a BA in Art Education, scene in the Columbia metropolitan area. people in his social circle and sometimes blue represents something somber, some in America, I am balancing a lot of different North Carolina Central University, Durham, includes text directly over their likenesses. people see different things. One viewer feelings. There is fear for what this admin- NC, in 2011, and her MFA in 2016 from Exhibit in the That text is often tinged with dry humor and was reminded of the haint blue painted on istration is going to do, and how that will University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. is derived from the spoken vernacular of the porches and ceilings of some Southern impact me and people I love.” She is a founding member of Durham Art- the communities Thomas was reared in. His homes to keep evil spirits from entering. “Our safety, our survival, is routinely ists Movement and along with her partner Heart of the Columbia Vista goal is to share with diverse audiences what The human face, whether in a painting or threatened in the name of some hypotheti- is a part of an active resistance movement photograph, has a powerful effect on the he sees as worthwhile subject matter that cal greater safety that does not include us,” against Islamophobia and Homophobia in The gallery is available for lease as a high increases understanding of a community, in- viewer. continues Taj. “What they are trying to keep NC. clude religious symbolism or popular slang. Thomas offered the following artist safe is white supremacy, what they are try- For further information check our SC quality location for local, regional, or Painting pictures is his way of capsulizing statement, “Many people have an im- ing to protect is their own power. I’m scared Institutional Gallery listings, call the gallery this broad, ongoing exploration of the hu- mediate psychological connection and/or about hate crimes, about healthcare, about at 803/775-0543 or visit (www.sumtergal- national art shows. Lease the main gallery man condition. identification to faces. As people are drawn same-sex marriage and reproductive rights lery.org). Watson states that Loved Ones is an to look closer at the portraits, questions for a small intimate show or include the appropriate title for Thomas’s exhibition, about the subject’s state of mind arise. Are Check us out at (www.carolinaarts.com) or e-mail to ([email protected]) 808 Lady Street U Columbia, SC atrium and hallways for larger group shows. because the titles of the portraits reflect they sad, reflective, angry? If the expression familial connections – a little girl’s dad, an is ambiguous enough, we might begin to The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month auntie’s grandson, a friend’s fiancé. project our own emotions onto them to in- prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue Thomas chooses specific people as models terpret the painting’s meaning. We regularly and June 24 for the July 2017 issue. For more information and terms as a way of recognizing their significance in celebrate women and men of prominence After that, it’s too late unless your exhibit runs for leasing the space, call 803-771-7008 his life and honoring everyday people who in mass media, so I take advantage of the into the next month. But don’t wait for the last minute - send your info now. often move through this world unnoticed. opportunity to highlight the working people And where do you send that info? or visit us online at VistaStudios80808.com. We regularly celebrate women and men in my community that impact me more E-mail to ([email protected]). of prominence in mass media – celebri- continued on Page 27 Page 26 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 27 Boone 19E 184 321 221 N. Wilkesboro A New Book by the Late Jim Harrison 194 Editor’s Note: by Tom Starland Western North Carolina 194 Banner Elk 421 The first and only time I met Jim Har- www. .com Bakersville Newland Blowing Rock Wilkesboro theartistindex 221 rison (January 12, 1936 – June 18, 2016) 226 was in his gallery in Denmark, SC, which I-40 19E is still in operation today. We talked about 286 Linville Falls 321 a lot of things but the most interesting 66 I-40 story he told me about was the day rep- Penland 18 resentatives of the Coca-Cola Company Western NC Area  Spruce Pine 441 Burnsville 16 came into his gallery announcing that they 19E were now in business together - like it or 2 Interstate Exit Number Lenoir 226 64 not, but that relationship had been very This map is not to exact 19 221 Gatlinburg, TN 18 good for him - it opened his art up to a scale or exact distances. 90 world-wide market. Not a bad deal. “Coca-Cola Bridge Over Creek” by Jim Harrison It was designed to give readers help in locating Little Switzerland 321 Harrison at the time was probably Harrison enjoyed drinking the sweet 25 Mars Hill gallery and art spaces in 64 one of the best known and most popular and effervescent beverage, but he also was Western North Carolina. 19 living artists in South Carolina. And not attracted to the Coca-Cola trademark that 23 226 too long ago when the South Carolina was blazoned on buildings and signs in his Morganton 221 Marion Hickory Arts Commission did a survey, Harrison hometown. After years of marveling at the I-40 Montreat 321 was voted the top artist in their survey - work of local sign painter J. J. Cornforth, I-40 103 I-40 Black Mountain although his type of art was not their cup Harrison approached the seventy-year-old 441 Asheville, NC 83 of tea. To them, his style would be too for a summer job. During several sum- Great Smoky mers Cornforth taught Harrison the craft. 27 I-40 64 226 common, too popular with the average Mountains person - not cutting edge enough. No one When the young artist climbed atop the 9 321 would scratch their head looking at a work scaffold in the summer of 1952 to paint 19 64 Cherokee Waynesville I-26 25 his first Coca-Cola sign, little did he know 23 Chimney Rock 221 by Jim Harrison wondering what it was or 18 what it meant. that he was launching a career as one of Sylva 64 Dillsboro 19 276 64 Harrison has never been given the America’s foremost landscape artists. 107 226 Lincolnton 73 18 9 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Cullowhee Hendersonville 23 Awards for the Arts, the top art award in 28 Rutherfordton Forest City 321 SC, which is a shame, as lesser people 64 25 28 23 74 Shelby who you wouldn’t recognize have. It’s Flat Rock 107 Brevard Columbus 74 Saluda 176 221 kind of like the award’s namesake, Eliza- Franklin 36 beth O’Neill Verner - they wouldn’t have Tryon 18 64 liked her work either and she has never Cashiers Cedar Mountain 9 Chesnee, SC 64 Landrum, SC Gastonia been given the award, but they don’t mind 276 25 11 I-85 11 Toward Charlotte using her name and popularity. 64 I-26  FREE LISTINGS FOR Highlands 178 Spartanburg, SC I-85 64 107 Sonia Handelman Meyer, Boys, Spanish Harlen (19B1), 1/25, circa 1946-50/2007, gelatin silver photograph, 14 x 14 inches There are probably more works by Jim Marietta, SC 176 Harrison hanging in homes in South Caro- 106 28 lina than any other artists from this state. Now USC Press has published a book “Counrty Store in Fall” by Jim Harrison western n.c. & upstate s.c. of his Coca-Cola paintings, written by In 1975 Harrison created a painting Harrison. of a country store that featured a fading Hot Works, LLC in Asheville Coca-Cola sign he and Cornforth had continued from Page 28 painted twenty years earlier. The painting, titled Disappearing America, was offered * * * * * * idea of glass in art to a whole new level. artists The hundreds of small stained and fused as one of the first limited-edition Coca- Cola collector prints for $40 by Frame www.theartistindex.com/getting-listed glass squares he incorporates into his House Gallery. All 1,500 copies sold out three-dimensional structures imbue them quickly, propelling him into the national with a kinetic quality in which Barnes’ spotlight through the publisher’s network patterns seem to change direction and tion will be held on May 5, from 5-7pm. intensity as they respond to light and the of 600 dealers. Harrison soon became Their work is a collaboration between the undisputed leader in rural Americana movement of the viewer eyeing the piece. two artists - separate people with ideas Barnes continually pushes the limits of art, with this and many of his other prints that merge. In sharing their lives together, appreciating up to 3,000 percent of their what an artist can accomplish with glass. working side by side, Ed and Kate share Like many others in the field, innovation original value. moments of inspiration, and many com- Since entering into a licensee rela- often comes as the result of trial, error and mon themes appear in their work. They happy circumstance. That’s especially true tionship with the Coca-Cola Company believe that life is more beautiful and in 1995, Harrison continued develop- of the leopard pattern that typifies much of more livable when surrounded by things his newer fused glass works. “I discovered The Coca-Cola Art of Jim Harrison ing limited-edition prints, including his made by hand. Their work is created for by Jim Harrison popular annual Coca-Cola calendar. Not that tack fusing leaves glass more tactile, those who search for this quality in fine so that you can build layer upon layer,” surprisingly Harrison became an avid col- craft objects. They share this connection Published by USC Press, January 2017 lector of old Coca-Cola signs. His studio Barnes explains. “Trapping air pockets with those who own their work. between layers creates a pattern reminis- 10 x 10 is lined with a vast array of these, which Ed and Kate Coleman met in 1991, Work by Dan Neil Barnes 136 pages served as inspiration for works of art. cent of a leopard’s spots. I like that visual started taking clay classes, and dreamed of Since then, he’s not only ventured into 72 color illustrations Harrison earned his living as an artist Works by Ed & Kate Coleman texture. It’s richer and deeper and has Paint with Ann Vasilik becoming professional artists. They now fused glass and sculptural works, he’s ISBN 978-1-61117-726-8 for more than fifty years, and his paintings considerably more character than what work in their home studio in the moun- in 1998. Their work has been shown in become a proven innovator. hardcover, $39.99t are featured in museums and corporate you can get with full fusing.” Big, Bold and Beautifully Simple tains of North Carolina while raising their solo exhibitions and museum shows. Before switching to glass art, Barnes ISBN 978-1-61117-727-5 art collections across the country includ- While Barnes is gratified that glass art daughter. They hope their love for clay, For further information check our NC owned and operated a highly-successful ebook, $24.99t ing the State Museum of South Carolina, connoisseurs and collectors are clamor- handmade craft, and a fun, simple, every- Commercial Gallery listings, call the upholstery and furniture design business the Morris Museum of Art, the Maytag ing for his innovative pieces, he is equally day life is apparent in their work. gallery at 828/254-9234 or visit (www. with a reputation for design flair and top- Catch the excitement and passion in seeing painting The book tells a story of how a summer Corporation, Philip Morris Company, the proud of the growing demand for his Ed and Kate Coleman received their woolworthwalk.com). quality craftsmanship. But that business job spawned a long and rewarding career Leo Burnett Company, and the Augusta monumental work in the realm of public through Ann’s clear and simple techniques. fine art degrees from Ball State University just didn’t afford Barnes with the creative as an artist. National Golf Club. Harrison also had art. One such site-specific public artwork Cascade opportunities and challenges he enjoys successful one-man shows at the Ham- is , which stands 45 feet high by today. mer Galleries in New York City and the 22 feet wide and 9 feet deep. Commis- “Besides, I really enjoy going to art A five day workshop at: Conacher Gallery in San Francisco. Hot Works, LLC Brings sioned in 2013, the installation consists of shows around the country and meeting Harrison has been honored with the 157 separate pieces of fused glass that are hundreds of people who love glass and Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff Studios South Carolina Order of the Palmetto, suspended by stainless steel cables from sculpture and art, just like me.” declared “one of the Palmetto State’s Asheville Fine Art Show to the ceiling in the front entrance to the new Boone NC You can meet Dan Neil Barnes and Chief Art Treasures” in a resolution by the Owensboro Convention Center in Owens- view his art at the Asheville Fine Art South Carolina House of Representatives, boro, KY. Contrasting with the building’s Asheville, NC - May 20-21, 2017 Cascade’s Show on May 20 and 21. You will find July 31 - August 4, 2017 and bestowed with an honorary doctorate Hot Works, LLC brings the 1st annual angular design, gentle curves the show indoors at the US Cellular from the University of South Carolina. Asheville Fine Art Show to downtown bring both movement and color into the Center (formerly the Civic Center) at 87 Harrison is the author or illustrator of sev- Asheville’s US Cellular Center on Satur- space, conjuring the flow of the Ohio Haywood St., Asheville, NC 28801. The eral books including Pathways to a South- day and Sunday, May 20 and 21, 2017, River that runs behind the center. “Coca-Cola Groceries” by Jim Harrison Asheville Fine Art Show is produced by ern Coast and The Palmetto Tree and Its from 10am-5pm daily. This is a high “I am currently working on a commis- You may contact [email protected] to register Hot Works, LLC, which has been produc- Coca-Cola is a true American original South Carolina Home, both published by quality, juried fine art show, featuring up sion for the University of Wisconsin in ing quality art fairs and festivals since and one of the world’s most recognized the University of South Carolina Press. to 150 artists, where all work is original Madison that’s a bronze with stained and or Ann for further information at 2003. Today, Hot Works owns four top and popular American products. In The For further information about this and personally handmade by the artist in fused glass that’s lighted from within,” 100 art shows in the nation. Coca-Cola Art of Jim Harrison, the artist book or other books contact the USC the show. All disciplines are for sale and Barnes reports. It’s a representation of the [email protected] or 828 251-2997. There will also be a Youth art competi- traces his lifelong love affair with the Press by calling 800/768-2500 or visit there is something for everyone, in all university mascot, Bucky the Beaver, that tion for K-8 or ages 5-13 with $250 in cash Coca-Cola trademark that began during (www.uscpress.com). price ranges. will stand ten feet tall. Dan Neil Barnes Booth his childhood in rural South Carolina. One of the artists exhibiting in the Lighting the glass from inside the piece awards. show is Dan Neil Barnes, a mixed media wall hangings and free-standing vessels is a novel approach, but then Barnes is Admission to the Asheville Fine Art Asheville Gallery of Art in sculptor with a growing reputation for that can serve as the focal point of any continually searching for new ways to Show is $8 per day or $10 for both days. Woolworth Walk in Asheville, NC, thoughtfully-designed and intricately- wall and infuse any foyer, room or other involve his viewers with the pieces he For further information check our NC Asheville, NC, Features wrought works that combine vibrantly space with a warm and magical glow. As creates. Institutional Gallery listings, visit colored stained and fused glass with sol- did Louis Comfort Tiffany some one hun- Barnes only began experimenting with (www.hotworks.org) or e-mail to Execu- Offers Work by Ed & Kate Coleman dered bronze, copper, aluminum and other dred years ago, Barnes’ work moves the glass several years ago. Lured by stained tive Producer Patty Narozny at Works by Sandra Brugh Moore Woolworth Walk in Asheville, NC, Ed and Kate Coleman, on view in the FW metallic accents. millennial-old craft of stained glass into a glass’ beauty and versatility, he studied ([email protected]). The Asheville Gallery of Art in Asheville, on view from May 1 - 31, 2017. A reception will present Ed + Kate Coleman: Clay, Gallery. from May 1 - 30, 2017. A recep- For art fairs like the Asheville Fine Art new creative art form - one that pushes the with Laura Hallock in Lexington, KY. NC, will present Light + Line, features will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. featuring collaborative ceramic works by continued above on next column to the right Show, Barnes typically brings an array of continued on Page 29 watercolor works by Sandra Brugh Moore, continued on Page 30 Page 28 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 29 HotWorks.org Asheville Art Museum Focus/Southern Vernacular Photographs by Jane Dorn and Jo Carol Mitchell-Rogers ™ continued from Page 30 Asheville Fine Art Show rived in Asheville in 1919 to recuperate Charlotte Street home (now demolished). at US.Army General Hospital No. 19, Dodge’s designs brought the Arts & which had opened in 1918 to serve those Crafts movement into the homes of many wounded in World War I. Already a young local and regional residences. He had a May 20 & 21, 2017 architect educated at the Massachusetts keen marketing sense, catering to con- Institute of Technology, Dodge learned sil- sumers of all ages by producing a wide Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm Daily versmithing under one of his occupational array of objects like those on view in the therapists Margaret Wheeler Robinson, exhibition, spanning from jewelry pieces At U.S. Cellular Center his future wife. After living in Connecti- to tableware. cut for a brief time, the couple returned For further information check our NC to Asheville in 1923 and Dodge opened Institutional Gallery listings or call the • Juried Fine Art & Fine Craft Show a modest studio on the property of their Museum at 828/253-3227. where the heart is • All Art is Original & Asheville Area Arts Council in New Work by Connie Bostic Personally Handmade Asheville, NC, Features Woodfired • Open to the Public Ceramics and Works by Rees Perry • $8 Admission/$10 2-Day Pass; The Asheville Area Arts Council in Asheville, NC, will present two new 13 & Under Free exhibits, on view in the AAAC Gallery, including: Current Effects: Contemporary • Youth Art Competition for K-8 or Woodfiring in Western North Carolina, cu- rated by Josh Copus and Iconography of the Ages 5-13 – $250 cash awards! Early Anthropocene by Rees Perry, both on view from May 19 through June 23, 2017. Altered Realism: SEVEN FROM THE UPSTATE The mountains of North Carolina har- Addam Duncan | Annette Giaco | Glenda Guion | Ludovic Nkoth bor a rich history of woodfired ceramics Nancy Odell-Keim | Beth Regula | Dwight Rose that forms the foundation of the region’s vibrant contemporary practice. Western Work by Rees Perry North Carolina is home to some of the MAY 6 THROUGH JUNE 16, 2017 Facebook.com/HotWorksArtShows field’s top artists and also to a number of new works are the result of mining the valuable young voices that continue to current collective consciousness to form a Instagram @HotWorksArtShows push the field of woodfired ceramics in developing narrative of a posthuman cul- new directions. ture. Blending elements of human origin This exhibition speaks to the diver- stories, pop-science, conspiracy theories 49 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782 HotWorks.org Anne Marie Milligan, Painting sity and strength of woodfiring in our and medieval heraldry, the images speak 828.859.2828 region by bringing together established through their symbology and are laden upstairsartspace.org and emerging makers alike to highlight with satire. An uncanny saga is viewed as the quality of what’s being made in the if from the distant future. OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, May 6, 2017 Hours: Tuesday-Saturday mountains today. As we survey the state Perry graduated in 1989 from the ARTIST’S WALK & TALK: 5 pm | RECEPTION: 6-7:30 pm 11:00 to 5:00 p.m. of woodfiring in Western North Carolina, Ringling School of Art & Design in Sara- this exhibition clearly conveys that the sota, FL, with a focus on illustration and future is as bright as our past. printmaking. He has maintained a working Participating artists include: Josh studio in the Asheville area since 1990, The gallery is part of Grovewood preserve Biltmore Industries’ buildings, Copus, Akira Satake, Courtney Martin, where he experiments and hones his skills Village, housed in the historic weaving which were eventually transformed into Shawn Ireland, William Baker, Joy Tan- - always chasing the ideal of the perfect and woodworking complex of Biltmore Grovewood Gallery, working artist studios, Asheville Gallery of Arts ner, Michael Hunt and Naomi Dalglish, iconography for now. Industries. Grovewood Village includes six a restaurant, the Biltmore Industries Home- Turtle Island Pottery Will Dickert, Shane Mickey, Eric Knoche, The Asheville Area Arts Council is the English cottages constructed from 1917 - spun Museum, and an antique car museum. continued from Page 29 Handmade pottery by Maggie & Freeman Jones Joey Sheehan, Ken Sedberry, Linda Mc- collective voice for the arts, advancing 1923 by Fred L. Seely, son-in-law of Edwin Today, the 11-acre property is known as The artist describes her show as combin- Farling, Amanda Holloman-Cook, Micah Buncombe County by delivering resourc- Wiley Grove. Biltmore Industries began at Grovewood Village, and is listed on the ing three paths she likes to take in her work. Thanhauser, Matt Weigleitner, Andrew es, developing innovative collaborations, this site in 1917, and under Seely’s direc- National Register of Historic Places. “One is my studio work where I am explor- Stephenson, Dustin Fowler, Dian Magie, and fostering creativity in the community. tion, grew to become the largest producer of For further information check our NC ing how to define light in the landscape. David Vorhees, Kim Ellington, and Matt For further information check our NC handwoven wool in the world by 1930. Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery Another path is creating my small designs Jones. Institutional Gallery listings, call the Arts Years after Fred Seely’s death, the at 828/253-7651 or visit (www.grovewood. by adding curvilinear lines to unfinished In the exhibition, Iconography of the Council at 828/258-0710 or visit (www. Blomberg Patton family (owners since com). watercolors. The third path is as a plein air Early Anthropocene by Rees Perry, these ashevillearts.com). 1953) made the decision to restore and painter,” Moore said. Well-known for her landscapes, Moore says, “These paintings are my response to Grovewood Gallery in Asheville, NC, The Gallery at Flat Rock in Flat Rock, fleeting moments of light—I reflect on a moment that reveals an energy I feel as light Work by Sandra Brugh Moore is leaving the sky.” Her mastery of water- Celebrates 25 Years of American-Made NC, Features 2nd Annual Art in Bloom color technique is the hallmark of her work. drawing in the North Carolina Community “Watercolor is also a medium of constant College system and holds workshops in Art and Craft - May 20, 2017 In a celebration of ephemeral beauty, Tacoma Museum of Glass, among others. change. I paint in layers, using the inher- the Western North Carolina area. Her work The Gallery at Flat Rock, in Flat Rock, Original submissions can be 2D or 3D ent transparency to depict the transitions can be seen at Asheville Gallery of Art and Considered one of Asheville, NC’s NC, pairs two dozen professional floral artwork in any medium, with one work between light and dark, sky and land, clouds Trackside Studios in the River Arts District. premiere art and craft galleries, Grovewood designers with an equal number of artists represented for each accepted artist. All and air.” As she continues to grow in her Moore’s work, as well as the work of the Gallery - located in Grovewood Village to present imaginative interpretations of works of art are available for sale. Invited process, the artist states: “Painting, to me, is other 30 gallery members, will be on dis- adjacent to The Omni Grove Park Inn - juried works of art for its second annual floral designers include twelve members more and more about how I feel about the play and for sale through the month of May. will mark its 25th year in 2017. Plans are Art in Bloom exhibit, sponsored by the of the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Ikenobo subject. It is less hand-eye coordination and For further information check our NC underway for the anniversary celebration, Arts Council of Henderson County, on Ikebana Society, and twelve professional more hand-spirit coordination.” Institutional Gallery listings, call the gallery slated for Saturday, May 20, from 2 – 6pm, view May 26 - 29, 2017. A reception will “free form” floral designers from Western Through the years Moore has won at 828/251-5796 or visit (www.ashevillegal- which will include an outdoor sculpture be held on May 26, from 5-8pm. The re- North Carolina. awards for her work and participated in lery-of-art.com). exhibition, artist demonstrations, live music ception is free and open to the public, but “Art in Bloom originated at the Mu- juried shows. She teaches watercolor and from The Bad Penny Pleasuremakers, and donations are encouraged to benefit the seum of Fine Arts Boston in 1976,” says local food and drinks. Customers will also Open Studio Tour of Henderson County, gallery owner Suzanne Camarata Ball. have a chance to enter a free raffle to win a held the weekend of Sept. 23 & 24, 2017. “Floral designers study the artwork and handcrafted kinetic Wind Sculpture by Ly- People’s Choice awards in the categories then create fresh floral interpretations Asheville Art Museum in man Whitaker. A view of Groovewood Gallery of art and floral design will be announced based on what they experience. These Grovewood Gallery’s 25th Anniversary away behind tall Carolina pine trees in the at the end of the evening. floral pieces are exhibited next to the art- Asheville, NC Presents Pop Up Celebration is sponsored by: Golden Fleece, Grove Park neighborhood, visitors today On May 28, from 2-4pm, there will be work that inspired the designer, creating a Hi-Wire Brewing, Metro Wines, and Noble often remark they feel as though they’ve a special presentation of the floral design- dynamic visual display.” Cider. stumbled upon a hidden treasure. ers discussing their process of pairing Art in Bloom is sponsored by Hunter Exhibition at Wells Fargo Bank “As Grovewood Gallery approaches The gallery represents more than 400 flowers with works of art. This free event Volvo. The Asheville Art Museum pres- plifies the spirit of originality and indi- its 25th birthday, we would like to thank artists and craftspeople from across the will also include demonstrations of both The Gallery at Flat Rock represents ents works of silver by William Waldo viduality valued by artists of the Arts & our loyal customers who have supported United States and features more than Free Form and Ikebana flower arranging. finely curated art and craft, and is located Dodge, Jr. in a “pop-up” exhibition on Crafts movement. In 2016, the Asheville us through the years,” says Russell Gale, 9,000-square-feet of display space. Artwork Twenty-four artists are juried to in Flat Rock Square on Greenville High- view through June 30, 2017, at the Wells Art Museum received a major gift of 84 manager of Grovewood Gallery. “The 25th ranges from delicate handcrafted jewelry participate, based on submissions judged way in Flat Rock. Fargo branch in downtown Asheville, NC. silver objects from the Dodge family, and Anniversary Celebration is just our way of to large-scale outdoor sculpture. The gal- by Michael Sherrill, an internationally The Arts Council of Henderson County The Museum is presenting a number of now has the most comprehensive public Old Fort Showroom Open Most Saturdays extending this gratitude to the community. lery is noted for its American-made studio acclaimed artist whose innovative work in is a community organization that pro- exhibitions and programs out in the WNC collection of Dodge silver in the world. We wouldn’t be here without you and we furniture collection, and many of the makers clay, metal and glass is in several public motes, advocates for and nurtures the arts community while its S. Pack Square loca- Several of these works have been installed Please call 828-337-0992 for an appointment any other day. hope you will join us in May to celebrate represented welcome custom orders. Grove- collections including the Smithsonian in Henderson County and Western North tion is closed for a major renovation and in the lobby of the Wells Fargo branch at 1 Map to showroom @ 2782 Bat Cave Road • Old Fort, NC 28762 the past and toast to the future!” wood Gallery also presents rotating exhibi- Institute’s Renwick Collection, the Los Carolina. The Arts Council is supported in expansion project. Haywood Street in downtown Asheville. Grovewood Gallery opened in 1992 tions throughout the year and hosts monthly Angeles County Museum of Art, the Mint part by the North Carolina Arts Council, Crafted by hand and bringing beauty William Waldo Dodge, Jr. first ar- www.turtleislandpottery.com when the city was just beginning to enjoy craft demonstrations by local artists. Museum, the Museum of Art and Design, a division of the Department of Natural & to everyday objects, Dodge silver exem- continued on Page 31 a cultural and artistic renaissance. Tucked continued above on next column to the right the Corning Museum of Glass, and the continued on Page 32 Page 30 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 31 The Gallery at Flat Rock Toe River Studio Tour Don’t forget about our website: continued from Page 31 continued from Page 31 www.carolinaarts.com Cultural Resources; funds administered by Henderson County can be found at (www. locations of participating artists are now the Community Foundation of Henderson acofhc.org). available at both TRAC galleries, partici- County, Henderson County, Henderson For further information check our NC pant studios, local businesses, and online County Tourism Development Author- Commercial Gallery listings, call the at (www.toeriverarts.org) in May. ity, and the City of Hendersonville. More gallery at 828/698-7000 or visit (www. The deadline for artists to sign up has information about the Arts Council of galleryflatrock.com). past and the tour is cranking up to be another great adventure for visitors. We have 53 studio sites with 83 artists, includ- Upstairs Artspace in Tryon, NC, ing eight who have never participated or participated over three years ago. In their own words, they introduce themselves. Features Three New Exhibitions First on the list is Garold Amsberry The Upstairs Artspace in Tryon NC, (#74) of Midnight Sun Pottery in Micav- presents three unique exhibits featuring ille. “The story is in the clay. What I get photography, painting and sculpture by from clay is the challenge. There’s always You can find past issues all the way back to a group of accomplished artists from the what the clay, glazes and kilns are doing Upstate-South Carolina, on view from and what you’re trying to get them to do. Work by Tori Motyl August 2004! May 6 through June 16, 2017. On the main I’m constantly thinking of what the clay pottery I grew up admiring, I want my level photographs by Jane Dorn and Jo can become within form and function.” work to be pared down to the essentials, Carol Mitchell-Rogers can be seen as well Lisa Clague is well known in the emphasizing the fundamentals of pots and You can find past articles all the way back to as painter/watercolor artist Connie Bostic ceramics community. She’ll be show- be truly useful. Form communicates a pots June 1999 in our Small Works Gallery. On the lower ing in her Bakersville studio (#17) after gesture; it speaks of utility, my pots refer- level painters Addam Duncan, Annette several years’ hiatus. “My work evokes a ence common shapes and engage one’s Giaco, Ludovic Nkoth, Nancy O’Dell- place between the subconscious and the imagination.” Keim, Beth Regula, and Dwight Rose along intangible…They may bring delightful Stone cutter Collene Karcher returns to with wall art sculptor Glenda Guion present fantasy or feverish fear, fusion of overlay- the tour at her studio, Stone Crossing (#99 their show curated by Scott Cunningham. ing images reflects desire, anxiety and the ). “As a sculptor living in these mountains, Also don’t forget about our two blogs: The opening reception is May 6, from 6 to poetic lure of many inner worlds...images I’ve always been interested in and inspired 7:30pm with a Walk & Talk program by the in a passageway between what is dreamt by the work I saw in tiny local graveyards. artists at 5pm. what is lived, what is remembered and I learn something new every time I run Carolina Arts Unleashed what is to come.” Also, in Clague’s studio, my hand over an old grave marker. I have her mother, Sarah, will have her own clay always practiced letter carving alongside Carolina Arts News work up for viewing. “As a graduate from my three dimensional work and at some Work by Addam Duncan the Cleveland Institute of Art, I’ve taught point it began to cross over—letter carv- of the world around him. This leads to our and worked in clay for over 50 years and ing on sculpture, sculpture mixed in with next exhibition, Altered Realism, curated am looking forward to an exciting event letter carving.” by Scott Cunningham. Each of the artists this June.” Tori Motyl is new to the area and new in this show maintains a connection with to the tour. She will have her work in Sel- Send us your email address to be added “realism”. ena Glass and Metal’s studio (#52) on the Through personal vocabularies, they outskirts of Burnsville. “I began making express their distinctive understanding of to our list to receive notice of each Work by Jane Dorn and selling pottery in 2011 in Rochester, and unique relationship to their interactions NY, and moved to Burnsville last year to The two established photographers, with reality. The portals they create for the be part of a larger and thriving craft com- monthly issue. Jane Dorn and Jo Carol Mitchell-Rogers, viewer to pass through may differ, but on munity. My work exemplifies minimalist from Greenville, SC train their cameras the other side of each door are visions of hu- simplicity. It is my desire that my work on Southern culture. This exhibition titled manity that are thoughtful and provocative. promotes a sense of calm and present [email protected] Focus/Southern Vernaclular highlights In our Small Works Gallery, you will mindfulness in the users every day life.” the colorful oddities and idiosyncrasies of have the pleasure viewing where the heart Finally, the tour welcomes another Southern culture with each one photograph- is, new works by Connie Bostic. A visual as a physical therapist fulltime and potting new Burnsville resident and artist, Robert ing the same visual experiences from their conversation in which basic structures are part time, he became a full time potter Alvin Crum (#75). “I am a full-time pro- own point of view. altered and personalized by those who live in 2016. Work for this exhibit required fessional oil painter and muralist and paint Works by Tom Jaszczak For millennia, artists have been the visual in them. a great deal of hand painting the vibrant still lifes, portraits, and figurative work recorders of the natural world, the chroni- Upstairs Artspace is a non profit organi- colors for a “Pop Culture” theme. Wright Galen Sedberry is another following using the same materials and methods clers of history, and the illustrators of the zation funded in part by a grant from Polk says, “I think it should be one of the in a parent’s “footsteps.” Galen will be used by the Old Masters. En plein-air Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild’s sacred. In western art, the appearance of County Community Foundation. exhibits not to miss if you have kids. The showing in his new studio - Sedberry landscapes are completed when I travel, accuracy of detail has been crucial to many For further information check our NC pieces are easily recognizable and will be Pottery - with Ken (#51). “My interest in and large landscapes are developed from patron’s expectations. Yet, the understand- Institutional Gallery listings, call the gallery just as fun for the adults since the material clay peaked during a year off from college these in my studio.” ing of “realism” has not remained static, at 828/859-2828 or visit is timeless.” when I began helping my father in his The Toe River Arts Council is a not for but has evolved with man’s understanding (www.upstairsartspace.org). Mary Margaret Myers of Charlotte NC, studio and learning the basics of throwing, profit organization dedicated to connect- Art in the Park returned to painting after a hiatus of 25 glazing and firing. I returned to college, ing the arts and the people to improve the 2017 ~ 45th Year years of family commitments, a career in received a degree in Appropriate Technol- life in the Toe River Valley. It is support- Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, NC, counseling, and other creative pursuits. ogy, and after several years, my hands ed, in part, by people who believe the arts at two venues in Myrtle Beach, SC She studied and performed music rather have found their way back to clay.” are vital to a thriving community. extensively in the early part of her life and From the Penland area, Tom Jaszczak For further information check our NC Offers Works by Christopher Fowler, loved doing so, but says, “When I stopped (#79) joins the tour in his resident artist Institutional Gallery listings, call the Arts Over 60 artists from the East Coast to Tennessee, with playing, the music was gone. Yes, I could studio at the Barns on the Penland School Council at 828/682-7215. For informa- about 20 artists from our local area! start playing it all over again, but I de- of Crafts campus. “My pots are minimal tion about the tour exhibition, please call Richard Wright, Michelle Johnson cided visual art was something that would and are rooted in the traditional Minnesota 828/765-0520. stay in place after I stopped and it would not go away.” She continues, “I waned to Work by Christopher Fowler Chapin Park Valor Park Fairchild, and Mary Margaret Myers make something worth returning to see 1400 N. Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach Market Common The Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, many times ... something worth revisit- tion in art events, and to offer various edu- 21st Annual Blessing of the Inlet Takes 1120 Farrow Parkway NC, will present POP!, featuring works ing to make discoveries, to find surprises. cational opportunities and administrative by Christopher Fowler, Richard Wright, Paintings never end the way they began, services in support of artists, arts agencies, Place at Belin Memorial United Michelle Johnson Fairchild, and Mary but they surprise me. They don’t have to and audiences. June 24 & 25 November 11 & 12 Margaret Myers, on view from May 5 - be ‘right.’ They just have to ‘Sing’”. For further information check our October 7 & 8 27, 2017. A reception will be held on May The Caldwell Arts Council mission NC Institutional Gallery listings, call the Methodist in Murrells Inlet, SC - May 6 5, from 5-7pm. is to establish and maintain an aware- Council at 828/754-2486 or visit (www. The 21st Annual Blessing of the Inlet Company, Coker Streett, Low Country November 4 & 5 Michelle Johnson Fairchild from ness and appreciation of cultural arts in caldwellarts.com). takes place at Belin Memorial United Chorus, Bobbi Holt, Belin UMC Choir, Morehead City NC, is an ordinary woman Caldwell County, to encourage participa- Methodist in Murrells Inlet, SC, on May Seaside Elementary School Choir, 2nd - a mother, a teacher and an artist. She 6, 2017, from 9am to 4pm. Chance Ministries. The Reynolds. Project Both Venues is also a survivor. In August, 2008 her The Blessing of the Inlet was first 9, and JoEllen Langlely’s Students. then-husband took a butcher knife and started 21 years ago to create a festival The festival continues to be a free Saturdays & Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. slashed ninety-four of her paintings before Work by Mary Margaret Myers Toe River Studio Tour Takes Place filled with worship, food, fun, family event with no admission or parking charge attempting to murder Michelle by stran- young and old alike. and fellowship that was highlighted by and is always held rain or shine. The fes- gling her to unconsciousness. He then beat Christopher Fowler of Hope Mills NC, Throughout Mitchell and Yancey a ‘Blessing’ ceremony, celebrating our tival is highlighted by the Blessing of the No Admission Charge • Child and Pet Friendly her and left her for dead in their hallway. is an expressionistic figurative painter Lord’s continued blessings in the Inlet Inlet ceremony which starts at 11:30am. In essence, he tried to silence her literal hailing from rural southeastern North Community. And the Blessing of the Inlet The blessing will be administered by the voice as well as her artistic voice. She Carolina. His paintings seek to expose the Counties, NC - June 2 - 4, 2017 was to generate funds for many missions, Reverend Dr. Mike Alexander and the has lived a life as an abused wife. She vulnerability behind human figures while The Toe River Studio Tour will take roads and 4-lane highways, rivulets and charities, and nonprofit organizations. Reverend Walter Cantwell. Art includes Paintings, Woodworking, has been beaten. She has been degraded, exploring the contradicting facades that place is Friday-Sunday, June 2-4, 2017, gushing rivers, and hundreds of talented The festival has grown to include more Immediately following the “Bless- Photography, Jewelry, Fabric, Glass, Metal, devalued, and deemed inconsequential for we are often forced to retreat behind. His throughout Mitchell and Yancey Counties artists. than 100 arts and crafts vendors, various ing” ceremony, all visitors will be invited living by the man who vowed to love her style is reminiscent of the Southern gothic in NC, from 10am to 5pm daily. Join the An exhibit will be displaying work Murrells Inlet restaurants and local food to “Stay to Pray” in the Belin sanctuary. Pottery and Stone forever. literary period, which focuses on deeply TRAC staff, volunteer participants and from the tour participants at the Spruce purveyors, children’s play area with inflat- Belin’s Stephen Ministers will be on hand. Yet something amazing and power- troubling sides of human nature – themes many of the other tour artists for a grand Pine Gallery from May 13 through the able rides and fun events. Everyone is invited to come help us Contact: JoAnne Utterback at 843-446-3830 ful happened to Michelle. She went from of poverty, alienation, and violence. reception on Friday, June 2, from 5:30- tour’s end on June 4. This is an oppor- This year’s entertainment emcees will celebrate the Glory of God and all He has a hopeless victim to a survivor full of Richard Wright of Lenoir NC, and his 7:30pm at the Spruce Pine Gallery located tunity to view some of the riches of this feature: Nicole Boone, WBTW, from ‘blessed’ us with. victory, life, courage and strength. What family live in an updated farmhouse built at 269 Oak Avenue, in Spruce Pine, NC. area and plan your weekend of travel and 9am-noon and Ed Piotrowski, WPDE, For further information about the event changed her life? She began to paint. Her in 1878. After years of college, working Come lift your glass to this magnificent search. Tour guides containing maps and from noon-4pm. Entertainment acts visit (www.BlessingoftheInlet.com). www.artsyparksy.com “Larger Than Life” paintings will engage continued above on next column to the right area home to verdant landscapes, gravel continued on Page 33 include: Witness For, Performing Arts Page 32 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 33 Burroughs - Chapin Art Museum in Sunset River Marketplace Visit Myrtle Beach, SC, Offers New Exhibits continued from Page 34 The Franklin G. Burroughs - Simeon B. feature presentations by local and regional Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery Chapin Art Museum in Myrtle Beach, SC, authors. A Paint & Party series provides a at 910/575-5999 or visit Carolina Arts is presenting several new exhibits includ- fun after-work experience for those with no (www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com). For ing: Horry – Georgetown County High previous art background. daily updates, “like” the gallery’s page on Schools 18th Annual Juried Art Exhibition, For further information check our NC Facebook. on Facebook on view through May 21, 2017; Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild 20th Annual Juried Art Exhibition, on view from May 2 through NC Wesleyan College in Rocky June 1, 2017, with an Opening and Awards Go to this link and Reception to be held on May 2, from 5:30- “like” us! 7:30pm; and Winyah Riverkeepers Photo Mount, NC, Features Works by Contest, on view from May 5 through June 1, 2017. Zoe Williams [Academy for the Arts, Science A diverse array of media as well as and Technology], “Awake”, oil, 20” x 32”, Best in Marion Weathers and Ron Sowers Show 2016 NC Wesleyan College in Rocky artistic styles will fill the second-floor gal- Mount, NC, will present Vollis Visionar- Shop online www.carolinacreations.com leries with color, life and originality, in the a small but visionary group of local art ies: Art in Motion, featuring paintings by exhibit, Horry – Georgetown County High enthusiasts, among them a group of artists Marion Weathers and photographs by Ron 317 Pollock St Schools 18th Annual Juried Art Exhibition formed in the late 1960s called the Wac- Sowers, on view in the Dunn Center’s CAROLINA Downtown New Bern, NC – an extraordinary opportunity for area high camaw Arts & Crafts Guild. Beginning in Mims Gallery, from May 19 through Aug. 252-633-4369 Open 7 days school art students to gain experience in the the spring of 1969, a pattern of art exhibi- 13, 2017. A reception will be held on May CREATIONS process of having their art professionally tions was established that continues today. 19, from 7-8:30pm. exhibited in a museum setting. To honor the integral role that the Guild Weathers and Sowers, both have been This year, full-time artist and owner of played in the Museum’s establishment, the inspired by world famous NC folk artist William H. Miller Studios and Fine Art Museum proudly hosts the Guilds’s annual the late Vollis Simpson and his whirlygigs. in Myrtle Beach, William H. Miller, will spring juried art exhibition, which is now in Artspace 506 An accomplished artist and noted illus- judge this art. A Best in Show ribbon will be its 20th year. trator, Marion Weathers has for years been awarded as well as a first, second and third- A diverse array of media, including ce- dormantly inspired by Vollis’ whirlygigs place ribbon for both two-dimensional and ramics, collage, drawings, graphics, mixed at his Lucama shop and park; last year her three-dimensional works. In addition, the media works in both two and three-dimen- inspiration sprang to life and productive works of art are eligible for eight honorable sion, paintings, photography, sculpture, 506 37th Avenue, South creativity to paint a suite of colorful re- Work by Ron Sowers mention awards. One senior-level student textiles and wood carving, all completed by sponses and abstractions featuring sample year career in both art and commercial Blooms will receive a scholarship that has been local artists within the past two years, will North Myrtle Beach . SC features of the incredible whirligigs. photography, including three years photo- generously donated by the late Sudie Payne be exhibited. 843.273.0399 journalist for the Rocky Mount Telegram. April 19 - June 3, 2017 Daves’ bridge club. At the conclusion of the This year’s judge is professional artist He earned an Associate Degree in Special- exhibition, a People’s Choice award will be Linda Daly Baker of Charleston, SC. Her www.artspace506.com ized Technology majoring in Photogra- presented to our visitors’ favorite work of watercolors capture the transformative phy/Multimedia from the Art Institute art. All ribbons will be accompanied by a effects of light and its ability to abstract the of Pittsburgh and is owner of Ronald L. cash award. subject matter upon which it is cast. Baker Sowers Photography in Rocky Mount. This exhibition is generously sponsored teaches workshops internationally and is a With numerous accolades, too numer- signature member of a number of guilds, ous to mention, Sowers was awarded the including the American Watercolor Society, 1985 NC Press Club Award, the 2004 the International Society of Experimental Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Excellence Sunset River Marketplace Artists, the national Watercolor Society in Communications and was awarded a 910.575.5999 and the Transparent Watercolor Society of 2001-2002 NC Regional Artists Grant en- 10283 Beach Drive SW, Calabash, NC Work by Marion Weathers SunsetRiverMarketplace.com America. abling him time and materials to produce Brenda Butka, Blazing Coffee, Also on display at the Museum will With brush in hand Weathers describes his 2002 Vollis Simpson Suite of black oil on board, 16 x 20 inches be the 2017 Winyah Riverkeepers Photo aspects of Vollis’ magical world with her and white photos chronicling famous folk Contest, on view from May 5 through June own energetic painterly approach; some artist Vollis Simpson who died in 2013 at 1, 2017. The purpose of the annual photo details will seem familiar and others on the age of 94. contest is to celebrate the beauty of the the brink of abstraction. Sowers has been a regular exhibitor at Colleen Bang, “Wonder Wheel” (detail), 2016, Waccamaw River and surrounding water- Weathers studied art and design both both the Rocky Mount Art Center and at acrylic, 20” x 26”, Best in Show 2016 sheds and to raise support for the Wacca- at the University of Georgia and the Penn- Wesleyan College’s Mims Gallery, and by HTC and Sandy Hubbard and Thomas maw RIVERKEEPER® Program. sylvania Academy of Fine Arts. She has currently is ongoing collaborator with Logan. For further information check our SC In- been an active member and influence in Marion Weathers in their Vollis Visionar- The Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild 20th stitutional Gallery listings, call the Museum the Nash County arts community both as a ies travelling show. Annual Juried Art Exhibition, will be on at 843/238-2510 or visit (www.Myrtle- prize winning artist, organizational leader For further information check our NC view from May 2 through June 1, 2017. BeachArtMuseum.org). and designer. Institutional Gallery listings, call 252/985- The Art Museum was conceived by Ronald Sowers is an exceptional black 5268 or e-mail to ([email protected]). and white photographer with a thirty-five Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash, Crystal Coast Civic Center in NC, Offers Works of Flowers for Spring Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash, Morehead City, NC, Offers Quilt NC, is presenting Blooms, featuring works by a group of artists, on view through June 3, 2017. Show - May 19 & 20, 2017 The Compass Rose has been a part of nautical history for centuries. Known by ancient mariners as the Rose of the Winds, the compass rose has appeared on charts and nautical maps in a variety of designs, indicating the direction of the major winds necessary for open seas navigation. At this year’s Crystal Coast Quilt Show, Work by Romona Batsford Bendin the compass rose will be showcased in a Sunset River Marketplace,” says Lassiter. beautiful queen-size bed quilt aptly named “The changing season brings both new “Navigating My Way Back Home”. Made residents and visitors to the area, so we’re by members of the Crystal Coast Quilters’ happy to offer an exhibition that presents Guild, Laurie Mayo, Eileen Williams, Work by Brenda Batka a wide range of art and style. And we hope Nancy Smith and Susan Foster, it will be According to gallery owner Ginny Las- folks new to the area will stop by to enjoy awarded to a lucky winner chosen at the “Coming Together” by Joanne Geisel siter, the exhibition is celebrating Spring the show and see what we have to offer.” 33rd judged Crystal Coast Quilt Show and rebirth with a colorful mix of works in Sunset River Marketplace showcases to be held on May 19 & 20, 2017, at the a range of media. Included in the show are work by approximately 150 North and Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead works by Ruth Cox (oil), Ginny Lassiter South Carolina artists, and houses some City, NC. (acrylic), Gene Horne (oil), Karen Casciani 10,000 square feet of oils, acrylics, water- Before the compass rose was used (watercolor), Brenda Butka (oil), Beverly colors, pastels, mixed media, art glass, fab- on navigational maps, directional lines Offitt (pressed flowers), Louis Aliotta (pho- ric art, pottery, sculpture, turned and carved were drawn from central points but they This year’s raffle quilt, “Navigating my way tography), Roseann Bellinger (oil), Joyce wood and artisan-created jewelry. There became hard to follow because so many back home” Volmer (oil), Mark Hilliard (photography), are two onsite kilns and four wheels used lines ended up intersecting each other. the eight major winds, eight halfwinds and Sue Marion ( watercolor), Ardie Praetorius by students in the ongoing pottery classes The rose design, so named because the sixteen quarter winds. 323 Pollock Street • New Bern, NC 28560 (clay), Kim Clayton (folk art), Pat Smelkoff offered by the gallery. A custom framing de- points resembled the flower, made it easier In the Middle Ages, the names of the (batik), Celia Wester (oil), Micheline San- partment is available. There are realistic and to follow directional lines, which made eight major winds were commonly known Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm sregret (watercolor), and Karen Day-Vath. abstract art classes as well as workshops by navigation over the open seas easier to throughout Mediterranean countries as Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm • 252.634.9002 Sterling Edwards (acrylic), and the late nationally and regionally known artists. The accomplish year ‘round, regardless of Tramontana (N), Greco (NE), Levante www.fineartatbaxters.com Ramona Batsford Bendin (oil). gallery’s Coffee With the Authors programs weather conditions. A full compass rose (E), Siroco (SE), Ostro (S), Libeccio “Spring is always an active time here at continued on Page 35 has 32 points, indicating the direction of continued on Page 36 Page 34 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 35 Crystal Coast Civic Center continued from Page 35 Wilmington Art Association (SW), Ponente (W), and Maestro (NW). including many traditional favorites, as The initials of these winds can be seen well as a wide assortment of contempo- encircling the compass rose of that time. rary fabric art quilt wall hangings, cute In the earliest charts, north was indicated and colorful kid’s quilts, patriotic lap by a spearhead above the letter “T” (for quilts and embellished miniature hang- The Premier Tramontana). ings will be displayed. This diversity Over time, cartographers developed offers complimenting and contrasting in- their own artistic styles in depicting the dividual styles to please every age group. Where Visual Arts compass rose. Around the time of Co- If the idea of taking perfectly good lumbus, East was considered the primary fabric, cutting it into pieces, then sewing it direction for Europeans because it pointed back together seems a little crazy to you, Organization to the Levant, where Christ was born. then be sure to go see the inspiring results Thus, a cross was generally placed on the of this creative process. Prizes and ribbons east side of the compass rose. will be awarded in several judged catego- of the Cape Fear Coast About this same time, the Fleur-de-Lys ries, and there will be a Merchant’s Mall, Art appeared on Portuguese maps indicating Silent Auction, Resale Boutique and Made North, typically made in a very elaborate in USA Booth. style and placed so it could be easily The Crystal Coast Quilters’ Guild is a distinguished from the other directions non-profit organization of quilters in east- and during dark, stormy times at sea. ern North Carolina dedicated to furthering Join the Fun The compass rose has evolved into the art of quilting. Since 1982, guild mem- hundreds of different design ideas, some bers have included quilters from several Get involved! utilizing 8-points, some 16-points and counties near Morehead City, as well Want to meet other artists – some 32-points. A quick look on Etsy will as out-of-state members. In addition to Ideas just like you? show you how the compass rose is used hosting this biannual quilt show, members today on wall art, tattoo designs, painted make and donate quilts to support local Attend a monthly meeting & join. furniture, jewelry, decals, wood floor community charitable projects. The guild See Calendar for more info: inlays, mosaic patios, stained glass win- is committed to education and sponsors wilmingtonart.org. dows, ceiling medallions, coloring books, several workshops throughout the year, murals, and of course, quilts! in addition to programs presented at the “Navigating My Way Back Home” will monthly meetings. 5Socials, Field Trips , Paint-Outs be raffled off to one very lucky winner on Show hours are 9am-5pm, admission May 20, at 4:30pm at the Crystal Coast is $7 and children under 12 are admitted 5Exhibit Opportunities & Member Discounts Quilt Show. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for free. Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 5 $5 and can be purchased in advance from and can be purchased at the show or in Meet! Monthly Member Meetings guild members or at the show. advance from any guild members. 5Workshops Led by Award-Winning Instructors All creative aspects of modern-day For further information e-mail to quilting will be displayed at this biannual ([email protected]) or visit (www. 5Lectures and Demonstrations and more! show. A diversity of block-pieced quilts crystalcoastquiltersguild.org). Fine Art at Baxters Gallery in New Membership is open to artists & art lovers alike Join Today & Support Local Art Bern, NC, Features Work by Joanne www.wilmingtonart.org

Geisel, Karen Crenshaw & Eric McRay work to, taking place May 26 through June A full schedule of events for both pre- Fine Art at Baxters Gallery in New guest cousins Lindsay Oesterritter and 7. Registration fee for the Seagrove pre- conferences and the main conference can Bern, NC, exhibits work by artists Joanne Kenyon Hansen. conference is $225 for general admission be found online at (www.woodfirenc.com). Geisel, Karen Crenshaw and Eric McRay. Lindsay Oesterritter is currently the 9th Cousins in Clay and $125 for students. Information on guest artists, exhibitions, The exhibit will be on view from May 12 Director of Objective Clay LLC and a full The mountains pre-conference will be travel arrangements and accommodations through June 9, 2017. A reception will be continued from Page 36 time studio potter in Manassas, VA. She held in and around Asheville. Participants can also be found on the website. held on May 12, from 5-8pm during the you to their rural pottery community of Carolina will help you appreciate the wide earned her MFA from Utah State University and organizers have assembled the region’s Those interested in volunteering should downtown Art Walk. Seagrove in central North Carolina. Pick up variations of clays, glazes and types of kiln in Logan, UT. In 2014 she was an invited top wood fire potters and will host national contact Mary Holmes by e-mailing to Joanne Geisel’s paintings reflect a a Seagrove Potters map while at Bulldog firings. Visit the potters where they live, presenter at the 2nd Biannual European and international guests. During the week ([email protected]) or calling 910/ moment in time where it is important to Pottery’s “Cousins in Clay” and make it make and sell their pots – pots of art and Wood Fire Ceramics Conference held of June 1 through June 7, participants can 428-9001. capture an immediate impression. She as- a weekend of visiting Seagrove Potteries. pots of function. at Guldagergaard International Ceramic enjoy firings, exhibitions, demonstrations, Woodfire NC is sponsored in part by sess the composition, the values, the pro- The Woodfire NC pre-conference will be Bulldog Pottery is located at 3306 US Research Center in Skælskør, Denmark. studio tours, parties, music and more. STARworks Ceramics, North Carolina portions and color, then she paints, all the firing up Seagrove kilns throughout the Hwy. 220 Alt., 5 miles south of Seagrove’s Oesterritter’s wood fired pots have rich and Mountain participants are guaranteed Pottery Center, National Endowment of the while trying to maintain the initial feeling weekend. traffic light - look for the blue water tower Work by Joanne Geisel warm surfaces that complement her subtly 4.5 cubic feet of work in the firings, which Arts, North Carolina Arts Council, The Log that drew her to the particular landscape, Seagrove is synonymous with ceramics. beside their driveway. complex forms. Her pots are a pleasure to equates to three shelves of 9-inch pots or a Book and Larkin. person or still life. or genres and styles depicted through the A unique group of over 70 open pottery For more information about the potters use in your daily life. 20-inch cube. The mountains pre-confer- STARworks is located at 100 Russell Karen Crenshaw’s palette show the Washington, DC, native’s jazz, landscape, shops throughout the year are located within and “Cousins in Clay,” visit their website at Kenyon Hansen is a full-time studio pot- ence admission is $225 for general admis- Drive in Star, just off I-73/74 in northern influence of the Impressionists with her abstract painting and signature “Heart Work by Samantha Henneke a short distance from the town of Seagrove, (www.cousinsinclay.com), or call Samantha ter living in Arizona. He has been an artist– sion and $175 for students. Montgomery County. use of high-keyed hues – soft cobalt and Series” that puts the heart at the center of making it a destination for serious pottery or Bruce at 910/428-9728 or cell, 336/302- in-residence at the Archie Bray Foundation, experience. Registration for the main conference, For more information, visit cerulean blues and deep, rich greens and everything from history to pop culture. shopping and a time to meet the potters, 3469. There is no admission fee for this where he was awarded the Lincoln Fellow- The key to making a creative life a pas- held at STARworks, is $245 for general ad- (www.STARworksNC.org), call 910/428- violets. The viewer experiences an instant For further information check our NC who are proud to make art you live with. event. ship, as well as Watershed Center for the sionate one is to take risks and be fearless mission and $195 for students. Lunch will 9001 or e-mail to kinship with the image, a place from one’s Commercial Gallery listings, call the gal- A visit with the Seagrove potters of North Ceramic Arts. In 2013 Ceramics Monthly in experimenting. And that is just one facet be provided for main conference attendees ([email protected]). happy memories. lery at 252/634-9002 or visit selected him as an Emerging Artist. Hansen of the team Bruce Gholson and Samantha on Friday and Saturday. Eric McRay is best known for a (www.fineartatbaxters.com). has taught at Haystack Mountain School Henneke of Bulldog Pottery. They work portfolio of work that touches a variety of Crafts and Greenwich House Pottery in together daily to create an eclectic mix of An International Wood Fire New York City. form, imagery, texture, pattern, and graceful Pots and Paint, A Joint Effort design. Their glazes bring lively and varied Conference Takes Place at 9th Cousins in Clay Takes Place surfaces to their contemporary traditional pottery forms. It’s a taste of Seagrove you Between Potters and Painters Takes don’t want to miss. STARworks in Star, NC - June 8-11 in Seagrove, NC - June 3 & 4, 2017 “Cousins in Clay” begins on Saturday, STARworks, the North Carolina Pottery “The Cousins Are Coming” to Bulldog June 3 from 10am – 5pm, and Sunday June Center and wood fire potters of North Caro- place in Seagrove, NC - May 20 Pottery in Seagrove, NC, June 3 & 4, 2017. 4, from 10am - 4pm. On Saturday enjoy the lina will host Woodfire NC, an international Experience a new adventure as potters this paint-out event on May 20, 2017, rain So what happens when you mix Lindsay music of Chronis Vasiliou of Greensboro, wood fire conference, June 8 – 11 at STAR- and painters come together to share their date will be the following weekend May 27. Oesterritter and Kenyon Hansen with NC, playing his bouzouki music and a pot- works in Star, NC. inspiration. Seven Seagrove, NC, pottery Participating pottery shops include: Bruce Gholson, Samantha Henneke, and tery demonstration by Lindsay Oesterritter Panelists, lecturers and demonstrators shops and seven painters from NC Plein Air Crystal King, From the Ground Up Pottery, Michael Kline? You get a diverse group of at 3-4pm. On Sunday come out and meet will explore all aspects of wood firing dur- Painters of the Carolinas have a special day JLK Jewelry & Jugtown Pottery, Smith outstanding artists all creating art with clay. some of the Seagrove Potters at a Potters’ ing the three-day conference. Topics will planned on May 20, 2017, from 9am- 4pm. Pottery, Thomas Pottery, and Westmoore We invite you to be curious and dig into a Potluck followed by a pottery demonstra- include the historical, ethical and envi- Become an art enthusiast as you meet the Pottery. smorgasbord of clay creations June 3 & 4 at tion by Kenyon Hansen 1:30-2:30pm. The ronmental aspects pertaining to the field. artists, learn about pottery and plein air or Participating NC Plein-Air painters Bulldog Pottery in Seagrove, NC. annual Potters’ Potluck will be at noon, all Panelists will discuss the role of clay in the outdoor painting. include: Joyce Cavanagh-Wood, Joyce are welcome - bring a dish to share. firing process, along with loading, cooling, Watch the painters’ artistic visions of Metters, Cheryl Powell, Amy Queen, Liese During the weekend, June 3 and 4, you color, kiln design and marketing wood fired still life arrangements, landscapes and his- Sadler, Phyllis Steimel, and Robin Wellner. Work by Kenyon Hansen Work by Michael Kline will have an opportunity to meet the five pots. There are 60 wood fire ceramic artists torical buildings develop before your eyes. This event is free and open to the public. popular yearly pottery event features a wide clay cousins - come and ask questions, add participating in the main conference. The best part is you’ll have the opportunity Maps are available at each pottery shop. spectrum of ceramics ranging from tradi- Michael Kline joins “Cousins in Clay” to your pottery collection or begin one. A series of pre-conference wood firing to own the paintings and pottery as a fond For further information check our tional to contemporary designs and from with Bulldog Pottery for his ninth year and Each makes art with an artistic beauty of workshops will take place May 26 through other special events with more than 20 Sea- reminder of your trip! Make plans to spend NC Commercial Gallery listings or call decorative to functional ware - beautiful and brings to Seagrove his innovative and char- their own design. Visit with the potters for June 7 in Asheville and Seagrove, NC. grove wood fire artists and their guests from the day in Seagrove on a self guided tour for 336/879-4145. this special two-day pottery show to be useful - ceramic art for the wall and table. ismatic style. He lives in Bakersville, NC, Seagrove pre-conference attendees will around the world. The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month Work by Lindsay Oesterritter Bruce Gholson and Samantha Henneke where he fired his new salt kiln in 2016 after inspired and to appreciate the diversity and have the opportunity to enjoy ceramic Seagrove participants can customize prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue and June 24 for the The “Cousins in Clay” pottery show and with Michael Kline will host their 9th an- a successful kick-starter campaign last sum- creativity of ceramic art. exhibitions, tours and a large scale sculpture their pre-conference schedule based on the July 2017 issue. After that, it’s too late unless your exhibit runs into the next month. But don’t wait for the last minute - send your info now. sale offers the opportunity to find original nual “Cousins in Clay” with their special mer. Kline makes functional and decorative Potters Gholson and Henneke welcome firing, as well as contribute work to wood kiln firings they would like to contribute And where do you send that info? E-mail to ([email protected]). ceramic art at very accessible prices. This continued above on next column to the right pots that become a part of your everyday continued on Page 37 firings, participate in firing shifts and attend continued above on next column to the right Page 36 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 37 Hillsborough Gallery of Arts in Hillsborough, NC, Offers Works by Chris Graebner, Jude Lobe, and Garry Childs The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts in Hillsborough, NC, will present Earthworks, featuring works by painters Chris Graeb- ner and Jude Lobe along with potter Garry Childs, on view from May 22 through June May 11 25, 2017. A reception will be held on May 26, from 6-9pm. 5:30 - 7:30pm Garry Childs describes his technique, “All of my work is formed on the potter’s wheel from terra-cotta clay. I apply glazes and pigments to my pots when they have reached a state potters call “leather-hard” which is when the clay has stiffened up enough to handle, but is not completely dry. I usually do this by spraying, but sometimes also with a brush. I then carve through the Join us for our first group artist show: glaze into the still damp clay to achieve the various patterns seen on my work.” May 5 - June 4, 2017 Arts Council of Moore County in Chris Graebner describes her inspiration ARTISTS: Zoe Allison, Joseph Asterita, RJ Dobs, Southern Pines, NC, Features Works by Kathleen Jardine, Cat Manolis, Colleen Black Semelka, Work by Garry Childs Nate Shaeffer, Francis Shepherd, Nathalie Worthington Tommy B. McDonell and Deborah Kline garden, daydreaming on mountains, or lis- The Arts Council of Moore County in tening to the river gurgle over rocks assures OPENING RECEPTION Southern Pines, NC, will present Life’s me that even when things are bad, the good Layers, featuring works by Tommy B. will rise again. Nature overcomes adversity. Friday, MAY 5th 11 am - 7 pm McDonell and Deborah Kline, on view in Whether it suffers from strip-mining, pol- the Campbell House Galleries, from May Work by Chris Graebner lution, deforestation, or acid rain; the earth 5 - 27, 2017. for the show, “I love to drive, especially on will rebound. New plants will seed a barren LOCATION Both McDonell and Kline are stu- long trips. Every summer we go to Northern land allowing new plants to purify the air.” 123 Beech Forest Way, Pittsboro, NC dio members of the Artist League of the Michigan – to Lake Huron. It’s a trip I love, Lobe’s medium of choice, cold wax and Sandhills (ALS) in Aberdeen, NC. Their two days up and two days back, driving oil, lends itself perfectly to express the idea An art extravaganza!!! work has been juried into several shows, through gorgeous scenery, forests and of evolution and renewal. It affords the op- and in 2015, McDonell won second place Guest artist farms. (It’s amazing how many different portunity to show a history of the painting in Mixed Media at the Campbell House. types of barns there are!) Last summer, in by building up layers, obscuring what’s www.123ArtStudios.com They see their art as a statement from two addition to the trip to Michigan, we made beneath, and removing layers to reveal bits Work by Tommy B. McDonell John Moran strong independent women artists who a 3700 mile trip to South Dakota, return- of past layers. It becomes a metaphor for 919.338.1519 • [email protected] ing home by way of Texas and Louisiana. a life that is a compilation of bits of past know the rules yet don’t always follow she is not interested in making representa- www.STARworksNC.org them. They create their lives in art. tional copies of life. To make an abstract As usual, I did most of the driving. Driving experiences. Her works in this show include (910) 428-9001 McDonell was not prepared at all for painting, she says, “I am baring my soul forces me to pay attention to everything cold wax & oil paintings, encaustics, and retirement or for disability when she moved and truly expressing how I feel. I am not around me and I’m always amazed by 3-D works. to Pinehurst, NC. Diagnosed with MS at conscious of revealing myself. Everything the beauty. Painting is my way of owning The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts (HGA) 43, she found that in her mid-fifties and, about my paintings are an expression of me, that beauty, so I greedily want to paint it is owned and operated by 22 local artists even more so, in her sixties, it affected her from the colors I select to the decision of Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor, all! My husband, Brooks, is patient about and represents these established artists ex- FRANK Gallery in Chapel Hill, cognition, and that she had significant pain. when the painting is finished.” taking photos with the cell phone as we hibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. McDonell found that being engrossed in “I love color and it is the reason I paint,” sail past interesting things on the highway. HGA’s offerings include acrylic and oil painting helped her to overcome some of adds Kline. “It is the first thing I think about NC, Offers Tenth National Teapot Show The paintings in this show are all of places paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photography, NC, Features New Exhibitions these difficulties. when I start a painting. What color do I Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor, NC, Harris, Lana Heckendorn, Steven Hill, Eric observed from the car, in our travels over textiles, jewelry, glass, metals, encaustic, FRANK Gallery in Chapel Hill, NC, Both artists are interested in layers. Be- want to work with today? I usually choose will present National Teapot Show X, on Jensen, Fred Johnston, Jacob Johnson, the last year.” enamel, and wood. will present works by featured artists Keith two or three colors for a painting and then view from May 19 through Sept. 5, 2017. Jordan Jones, Shelley Jones, John Jordan, The work Jude Lobe presents in Earth- For further information check our NC Allen & Alan Dehmer and works by special decide what direction to take in the paint- The gallery has hosted this show every three Madeline Kaczmarczyk, Peter Karner, works reflects her love and respect of Commercial Gallery listings or visit guests artists Kenia Brea, Bryant Holsen- ing.” years for the past twenty-six years. Matt Kelleher, Elizabeth Kendell, Kristen nature. Lobe writes, “Hiking, working in the (www.HillsboroughGallery.com). beck, Chieko Murasugi & Jason Smith, on McDonell believes her work is Abstract Although every show is special in its Kieffer, Jamie Kirkpatrick, Ron Koehn, Jim view from May 9 through June 3, 2017. Representational and that some of her work own right, this year’s showing is especially Kransberger, Leah Leitson, Hsin-Chuen A reception will be held on May 12, from represents some difficulty in her life or significant as it leads into the 50th anniver- Lin, Paul Linhares, Geoff Lloyd, Loren Tyndall Galleries in Chapel Hill, 6-9pm. something that has bothered her in the news sary of the gallery. Marking the first kiln Lukens, Pamela A. MacGregor, Jeanine May brings to the spotlight furniture Work by Deborah Kline or social media. She says that it has been opening in 1968 this upcoming fall, we Marchand, John Martin, Stephanie Mar- maker Keith Allen, and alternative process sides having physical layers in a painting, “in the difficult times in my life such as will be celebrating five decades of creating, tin, Elisabeth Maurland, Sarah McCarthy, NC, Features Works by Jane Filer photographer Alan Dehmer. These two art- McDonell’s work represents what she 9/11 that began to turn to Abstract Art.” She showcasing and supporting fine craft. Cory McCrory, Linda McFarling, Barbara Tyndall Galleries in Chapel Hill, NC, ists highlight the excellence of the FRANK thinks of as the layers or stages in each of believes that there are different types of art Started by two potters, Sid and Pat McKenzie, Jennifer Mecca, Reiko Miyagi, is presenting Jane Filer: Untold, featur- members and bring together two artists her life/lives. Both work in what is known for every one of us, and for every time in Oakley, Cedar Creek Gallery has stood the Una Mjurka, CJ Niehaus, Susan O’Brien, ing new paintings by this artist, on view whose work is visually complementary, and as Mixed Media. McDonell paints using our lives. And for now, it is abstract repre- test of time by maintaining its high standard Jeff Oestreich, Julie Olson, Jay & Janet through May 20, 2017. highlight the use of materials and process to alcohol ink, acrylic paint, mediums such sentational art that makes up McDonell’s of supporting artisans from all over North O’Rourke, Karen Orsillo, Ben Owen III, “My work reflects an emotional con- bring their work to life. as stucco and sand and glass. She has also life and art. America and connecting the public to qual- Marsha Owen & Rick Moss, Bayle Owens, nection I have with all of life and my begun to work in encaustics and oil pastels. For further information check our NC ity, hand-crafted treasures. Annual festivals Pam Owens, Travis Owens, Vernon Owens, love for it,” says Filer. “Layers of paint Deborah Kline uses acrylic paints, tissue Institutional Gallery listings, call the Coun- and shows like this one contribute to the Marilyn Palsha, Jim & Shirl Parmentier, Su- and imagery compile in a way similar to paper and pouring mediums. cil at 910/692-4356 or visit (www.mooreart. ongoing narrative that art is necessary to a san Farrar Parrish, Ronan Peterson, Geoff dreaming.” Kline says she paints abstractly because org). healthy, happy community and enriches the Pickett, Teresa Pietsch, Shane Porter, Adam Filer’s colorful expressionistic paint- lives of all those who come across it. Posnak, Andrew Preiss, Elizabeth Prioli, ings fairly sing with exuberant energy Artists featured in this year’s show Barbara Prodaniuk, Hal Pugh, Brenda from the imaginative spiritual worlds she Work by Chieko Murasugi include: Richard Aerni, Nicole Aquillano, Quinn, Jeremy Randall, Ann Coddington creates on canvas. Trees with faces, rocks Eno Gallery in Hillsborough, Work by Jane Filer Lois Aronow, Gerald Arrington, Posey Rast, Eric Rempe, Andree Richmond, as ancestors, the moon and stars, birds, often taking weeks to create Bacopoulos, D. Hayne Bayless, Alan & Deborah Rogers, Jon Michael Route, Meryl humans, horses, foxes are strangely alive Trust Award, the highest award in the FRANK Gallery is excited to bring a NC, Features Works by Chad Smith Rosemary Bennett, Lanny Bergner, Peter Ruth, Peter Saenger, Joseph Sand, James and come together to tell their ethereal country given to graduating seniors. She brand new group of artists to the gallery this Eno Gallery in Hillsborough, NC, is tion, where brushwork is spontaneous and Beasecker, Jason Bohnert, Susan Bostwick, Sankowski, Ken Sedberry, Yoko Sekino- stories, which transport the viewer into received an MFA from the University of May as part of the annual guest invita- presenting Southern Light, featuring works nuanced. His landscapes resonate both Eileen Braun, Jeff Brown, Jim Budde, Bove’, Laurie Shaman, Ellen Shankin, other dimensions. North Carolina at Chapel Hill. tional exhibition. Each summer the gallery by Chad Smith, on view through June 24, personally and visually, eliciting visceral Davin Butterfield, Melisa Cadell, Chrissie Susy Siegele & Mike Haley, Gertrude Filer grew up in San Jose, CA, en- Filer’s work has received many awards chooses a small group of artists who have 2017. responses from viewers. Callejas, Kyle Carpenter, Steven Cheek, Graham Smith, Stacy Snyder, Jennifer Stas, thralled with making art as a young child. and has been widely published in maga- stood out to the Curatorial Committee. The Smith is a Durham, NC, artist that suc- Smith received his BA from the State Fong Choo, Bede Clarke, Jim Connell, Frank Stofan, Polly Adams Sutton, Karen When she was eleven, her family moved zines and quarterlies. It is included in 2017 Guest Invitational includes painters Work by Kenia Brea cessfully captures the changing light and University of New York and an MFA from Cheryl Constantini & Mikio Matsumoto, Swyler, Joy Tanner, Charlie Tefft, Chris to Western Australia where she was numerous prestigious private, corporate Kenia Brea, Chieko Murasugi, mixed media mood of local landscapes. Inspired by the the Academy of Art University in San James Cornell, Glenn Dair, Linda Dalton, Theiss, Kelly Thiel, Brad Tucker, Joan touched by the other-worldly art of the and museum collections in America, Allen’s woodwork seldom relies on installation artist Bryant Holsenbeck, and Impressionists, who worked almost exclu- Francisco, CA. He has received numerous Jeff Dean, Lucy V. Dierks, Maria Dondero, Ulrich, Betsy Vaden, Eric Van Eimeren, Noi Aboriginal people. The mystical nature of Europe and Asia. Among these are the drawings, other than a quick, rough sketch. sculptor Jason Smith, each chosen based sively outdoors, Smith integrates a direct awards for his work including the ‘Best in Doug Doton, Larry Downing, Claudia Du- Volkov, David Voll, Evelyn Ward, Conrad their culture felt natural to her and made a American Embassies in Talin, Estonia and He relies on the materials to evoke an idea on the quality of their work, while also and studied approach to plein air painting, Show Award’ at the Finger Lakes Plein Air naway, Christy Crews Dunn, Neil Estrick, Weiser, Jesse Whipkey, Julie Wiggins, lasting impression. Kampala, Uganda, IBM, Momentum Re- or inspire a design. Geometry plays a strong considering at how they align with FRANK striving to merge direct observation with Festival and The Award of Distinction from Terry Evans, Stephen Fabrico, Nathan Fal- DeLanieWise, Wendy Wrenn Werstlein, and “My paintings are evolved from his- search, The University of North Carolina, role in his designs, hearkening back to his Gallery’s values and community initiatives. artistic principles. The American Impressionist Society. ter, Larry Favorite, Marty Fielding, Susan Marie Wright. torical and prehistoric observations. They Duke Hospital, UNC Memorial Hospital, earlier careers in math and computer sci- Each brings a very unique, contemporary Painting ‘on the spot’ allows him to For further information check our NC Filley, Mark Fitzgerald, Julia Galloway, Su- For further information check our NC are my response to clues I have gathered and Southern Illinois University Museum. ence. Similarly, Alan Dehmer sees his work voice to their work and to FRANK. capture the immediacy of the moment, and Commercial Gallery listings or e-mail to sie Ganch, Nancy Gardner, Carol Gentithes, Commercial Gallery listings, call the from the most ancient to the most modern In 2010 Filer completed a forty-five foot as “creating something from something Kenia Brea is a Dominican multidis- he likens this quality to Jazz improvisa- ([email protected]). Terry Gess, Kerry Gonzalez, Tom Gray, gallery at 919/528-1041 or visit (www. visual references available. Blending this mural titled “World Peace: One Friendship else.” His work is the result of engaging two ciplinary artist living in Cary, NC, with a Erik Haagensen, Deborah Harris, Jayne cedarcreekgallery.com). with the relationship I have with my own and One Community at a Time” commis- related art forms: photography and print- studio in Raleigh, NC. She derives her work The deadline each month to submit articles, photos and ads is the 24th of the month sioned for the RDU International Airport. making. Both are about image making and from her memories, observations of human prior to the next issue. This will be May 24th for the June 2017 issue and June 24 for the In July of 1987 we published our first issue of “Charleston Arts”. existence I create a fantastical story.” July 2017 issue. After that, it’s too late unless your exhibit runs This Juy it will be 30 years of publishing an art publication. It will be 20 years of publishing Filer received a BFA with Honors from For more info check our NC Commer- both involve time. A photograph represents behavior, and feelings caused by the every- into the next month. But don’t wait for the last minute - send your info now. “Carolina Arts”. Where did the time go? Southern Illinois University at Carbondale cial Gallery listings, call 919/942-2290 or a moment in time; whereas, a finished gum dayness of life, where human figure, fauna And where do you send that info? E-mail to ([email protected]). where she earned the Rickert-Ziebold visit (www.tyndallgalleries.com). print happens slowly, one layer at a time, continued on Page 40 Page 38 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 39 stitutional Gallery listings, call the center at 336/333-7460 or visit Triangle Art Works LV D QRQSURƞW! Some Exhibits That Are Still On View (www.greenhillnc.org). FRANK Gallery in Chapel Hill RUJDQL]DWLRQGHGLFDWHGWRSURYLGLQJVHUYLFHV! 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Bender Gallery is pleased Bryant Holsenbeck is inspired by the Jason Smith began his journey as a DQGQHZV to present works by Philip Baldwin & efforts to live in harmony with nature, not in goldsmith and jewelry designer, but other Monica Guggisberg, Steve Jensen, Ste- competition with it. The intrusion of wilder- artistic mediums always intrigued him. WWW.TRIANGLEARTWORKS.ORG phen Pon, Toland Sand and Bertil Vallien, ness on our modern lives motivates him to After experimenting with metal sculpture, it [email protected] who express their vision of life’s journeys capture the personalities and realities of the became Smith’s primary concern due to its FACEBOOK.COM/TRIANGLEARTWORKS in the embodiment of boats and vessels. animals he observes. His work is made of strength, malleability, and inherent beauty. TWITTER: @TRIARTWORKS Each of these national and international discarded items such as outdated upholstery His work is primarily abstract and he uses artists brings their own techniques and fabric, plastic bags, rosemary branches and rhythm, action and movement to create a Work by Stephen Pon aesthetic to the exhibition. For further in- anything else that catches his eye. visual balance that conveys the implied formation check our NC Commercial Gal- calling 828/505-8341 or visit Chieko Murasugi was born in Tokyo, energy in his work. lery listings, contact Bernadette Bender by (www.bendergallery.com/). educated in Canada in both visual science For further information check our NC and art (BA, BFA, PhD), and lived in San Institutional Gallery listings, call the gallery Francisco until moving to Chapel Hill. Her at 919/636-4135 or visit (www.frankisart. Ansel Adams, Half Dome, Merced River, Winter, recent paintings are responses to the conten- com). Yosemite National Park, California, circa 1938, tious political climate, and especially to the gelatin-silver print, 14 3/4 x 19 ¼ in., Turtle Bay &211(&7Ť INFORMŤ&5($7(Ť6833257Ť 352027( Exploration Park, Redding, CA; Image courtesy Work by Teresa Pietsch Collection Center for Creative Photography, ied metalsmithing and jewelry design SC Institutional Galleries The University of Arizona, © 2015 The Ansel Adams Publishing Rights Trust. at Appalachian State University. For Allendale Vandiver Gallery of the Thrift Library, An- NC Museum of Art in Raleigh, NC, further information check our NC Com- between the interior and exterior of my derson University, 316 Boulevard, Anderson. work; harshness versus softness; ten- The North Carolina Museum of Art mercial Gallery listings, call the gallery at Salkehatchie Arts Center, 939 N. Main St., May 1 - May 13 - "School of Interior Design Se- sion versus freedom; free floating versus (NCMA) in Raleigh, NC, is presenting 704/334-4616 or visit Allendale. Ongoing - Featuring a retail store nior Exhibition," featuring works by Bachelor of Offers New Photography Exhibits measured; compulsive energy versus im- the awe-inspiring work of Ansel Adams, (www.larkandkey.com). offering works by artists from the Salkehatchie Art Interior Design stdents: Jason Chen, Amber The NC Museum of Art in Raleigh, perturbable silence. This gives rise to the in the exhibit, Ansel Adams: Master- region including Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Liebe, Jessica Wortkoetter, Madi Seigler, Glenn NC, is presenting two new exhibits includ- simultaneous existence of repulsion and works, 48 iconic photographs of American Colleton, and Hampton Counties. Hours: Tue.- Suggs, Megan Lunsford, Melisa Walters, Ash- ing: You + Me, reveal the complexities of compulsion. All contradictions melt into a landscapes, on view through May 7, 2017. Sat., 10am-5pm.Contact: 803/584-6084. ley Shifflett, and Gretchen Carhart. The mission relationships, particularly those between new kind of balance.” In a career that spanned five decades, of the School of Interior Design is to create an Aiken environment for aspiring designers to rigorously two people, on view in the East Building, Born in Taiwan and educated in the Ansel Adams (1902–84) became one of Level B, Allen G. Thomas Jr. Photography engage in student centered learning by provid- United States, Wan has observed the America’s most renowned photographers. ing a strong professional foundation in Interior Gallery, through Sept. 3, 2017, and Look- differences between the two locales but This exhibition focuses on his “Museum ing South: Photographs by Eudora Welty Design within the context of a liberal arts , appreciates the commonalities of basic hu- Set,” a collection of 48 photographs education in a Christian community. Specially, features a portfolio of 18 photographs, on man needs and desires. “These common- carefully selected and printed by Adams. the curriculum seeks to foster the development view in the East Building, Level B, Julian alities drive my research and my work,” Adams designated these works late in his of the technical processes, conceptual and per- T. Baker Jr. Photography Gallery, through adds Wan. life as a succinct representation of the best ceptual skills, creative problem solving, project Sept. 3, 2017. In this exhibition, memories of family work of his career. Included are many of management and professional ethics essential The photographs featured in You + Me and home inform the artist’s visual expres- his iconic images of majestic American for graduates to practice interior design with a reveal the complexities of relationships, sions. She recounts delightful stories of landscapes, such as El Capitan and Half “From A Distance” by Fletcher Williams III global perspective in a world market. Addition- particularly those between two people: Dome in Yosemite National Park; the The City of North Charleston is ally, the program’s mission is to remain central youthful rebellion when having to iron to the purpose of Anderson University, to focus mother and daughter, a married couple, a seemingly endless floating stream of Golden Gate in San Francisco; Monument presenting City Block, featuring works two friends, colleagues, multiple genera- on the development of character, servant men’s shirts. Memorializing her late father Valley in Arizona; and the Snake River in by Fletcher Williams III, on view at the leadership, and cultural engagement within a tions, and neighbors. by printing repeated images of him on pe- Work by Jan-Ru Wan Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. For Historic Reynolds Avenue Fire Station, diverse community. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 2:30-5- Each photograph shows the gray tri dishes containing chili pepper, she has she has held tenure-track professorships in further information check our NC Institu- in North Charleston, SC, through June 3, :30pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Kim Dick, Art spaces among independence and depen- created overlapping fringes of these dishes 2 North Carolina universities and will now tional Gallery listings or visit 2017. The exhibit was part of the 2017 Gallery Director by calling 864/328-1819 or dence, vulnerability and resistance, or and suspended them (using hundreds of be teaching in the Sertoma Art Center’s (www.ncartmuseum.org). North Charleston Arts Fest’s visual art e-mail at ([email protected]). compassion and indifference. An even Eudora Welty, “A Woman of the Thirties” hatpins) from the velvety seat of a decora- new fiber arts studio in Raleigh. offerings. Local sculptor and painter more complicated relationship is that of (Jackson), 1930s–early 1940s, printed 1992, tive chair. The entire chair frame, crowned Wan’s lush and often luminous materi- Williams presents a series of new work Beaufort Area the photographer and his or her subjects. toned gelatin-silver print, 17 1/4 x 12 1/2 in., by a round mirror imprinted with her als that are layered in a time and labor inspired by the North Charleston city- The camera calls into question the candid- Gift of Robert P. Venuti in honor of Lawrence J. Gallery @ ARTworks, home of the Arts Coun- father’s silhouette, is similarly suspended consuming ritual explore the physical and scape. With the use of reclaimed wood, Work by Lindy Crandell ness of the relationship in the portrait, Wheeler, © 1992 Eudora Welty, LLC, Courtesy cil of Beaufort, Port Royal, & Sea Islands, 2127 Eudora Welty Collection–Mississippi Depart- above the ground…a haunting tribute. psychological relationships between the automotive paints, and various building whether it changes because it is seen Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St., SW, Boundary St., near K-Mart, in Beaufort Town ment of Archives and History. Wan has been awarded many major mechanical and the organic, the immense materials, Williams has created three- Aiken. Main Gallery, Through May 5 - "The Stu- Center, Beaufort. Ongoing - Featuring the work through a lens. Artists in the exhibition national and international artist resi- with the miniature “the balance of the dimensional works that symbolize the dents of Julie Adams". May 8 - June 16 - " Aiken and creative processes of new and emerging include Ralph Burns, Sue de Beer, Harry Welty’s photographs do not show us the dencies and has participated in 24 solo chaotic, the sublime and the beautiful.” deconstruction and transformation of local Artist Guild's 49th Annual Member Show," juried artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Contact: Callahan, Carolyn DeMeritt, Sarah Anne only truths of her subjects’ lives; perhaps exhibitions and 44 group exhibitions. She For further information check our neighborhoods. Motifs employed in these by Scott Thorp, Chair of the Department of Art at 843-379-2787 or at (www.beaufortcountyarts. Johnson, Deborah Luster, Danny Lyon, they show us only the rarest and most has also received many prestigious awards NC Institutional Gallery listings, call the works are those that Williams finds most Augusta University. New this year will be early com). Barbara Morgan, Caroline Vaughan, Alec evanescent truths, in which case we are including a 2008 North Carolina Visual Center at 919/996-2329 or visit (www. distinctive and unique to North Charles- voting for the People’s Choice Award sponsored Soth, and Luis Rey Velasco. the more grateful for these proofs of their Art Fellowship. As a fiber arts educator, raleighnc.gov). ton; colorfully painted homes, marshes, by the Van Zile family. Voting will open to the pub- Beaufort Art Association Gallery,913 Bay This exhibition, Looking South: Photo- existence.” classic cars, corner stores, and churches. lic on May 9 - 11, with the award being presented Street, across the street from the Clock Tower, graphs by Eudora Welty, features a port- These two exhbitions were organized “Beetle” by John Julius Wilnoty For further information check our SC at the show’s reception held at the Center for the Beaufort. Ongoing - New works by more than 90 folio of 18 photographs by the acclaimed by the North Carolina Museum of Art. Arts on May 11, from 6-8pm. In 1967, the South exhibiting members of the Beaufort Art Associa- The Hickory Museum of Art n Hicko- Institutional Gallery listings, call 843/740- Carolina National Bank was the host for the first tion Gallery - exhibits and featured artists change American novelist and short story writer This exhibition is made possible, in part, Don’t forget about our website: ry, NC, is presenting Solitude & Mystery: 5854 or visit by the North Carolina Department of art exhibit by the newly formed Aiken Artist Guild. every six weeks. In addition to framed paintings Eudora Welty (1909–2001), produced by John Julius Wilnoty featuring works by (www.northcharlestonartsfest.com). Over the last forty-nine years, the Guild has in a variety of media, the gallery offers prints, the Mississippi Department of Archives Natural and Cultural Resources; the North www.carolinaarts.com Cherokee artisan John Julius Wilnoty, on grown to over 170 members from not only Aiken photographs, unframed matted originals, jewelry, and History in 1992 (with Welty select- Carolina Museum of Art Foundation, Inc.; view in the Museum’s Objects Gallery, but North Augusta, Augusta, Edgefield, Trenton sculpture, ceramics and greeting cards. Hours: ing the images and printing techniques) and the William R. Kenan Jr. Endowment through May 21, 2017. The exhibition fea- and Johnston plus many locations in between. Mon.-Fri.,10 am-5pm. Contact: 843/521-4444 or to represent the range of her photographs for Educational Exhibitions. Research for tures 25 works in carved stone and mixed AAG Gallery, Through May 5 - Featuring works at (www.beaufortartassociation.com). from the 1930s and early 1940s. this exhibition was made possible by Ann media from the collection of Lambert by Sally Donovan. Brooks Gallery, May 5 - Fea- Welty’s iconic images of the South and Jim Goodnight/The Andrew W. Mel- Wilson, a major collector of Cherokee art- turing works by students at Mead Hall Episcopal York W. Bailey Museum, Penn Center, 16 during this time bring to mind the photo- lon Foundation Fund for Curatorial and work. The exhibit also includes pieces by School. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Penn Center Circle West, St. Helena Island. graphs of Helen Levitt, Dorothea Lange, Conservation Research and Travel. 803/641-9094 or at (www.aikencenterforthearts. Through May 30 - "Been Here Before," a com- Wilnoty’s sons and grandson. Works range org). pilation of artistic works and historical represen- and Walker Evans, among others. In For further information check our from purely sculptural pieces to carv- NC Institutional Gallery listings, call the tations by twelve accomplished Gullah African comparing Welty’s work to Levitt’s ings that function as ceremonial objects. Anderson Diaspora Artist (GADA). GADA, formerly Omo photographs of New York, critic John Museum at 919/839-6262 or visit (www. Wilnoty has been described as a legend- Isonas, celebrates the groups’ twentieth an- Szarkowski wrote, “Like those of Levitt, ncartmuseum.org). ary figure among Cherokee artisans. A 1941 Indian Scout Motorcycle, borrowed from Anderson Arts Center, located in the Arts niversary with various artistic adaptations in the collection of Monty Hendrix member of the Eastern Band, Wilnoty was Warehouse, 110 Federal Street, downtown An- “Been Here Before,” such as lectures, panel born in 1940 in the Bigwitch community GreenHill in Greensboro, NC, will derson. Through May 26 - "42nd Annual Juried discussions, and spoken word activities that will City of Raleigh, NC, Offers Works by of the Qualla Boundary and later lived in present M.A.D | Motorcycle. Art. Design, Art Show," juried by Michael Haga, Associate explore the history, politics and impact of GA- Wolftown. He grew up with little formal a multi-media, experiential exhibition Dean at the College of Charleston School of DA’s contributions to the art world, the group’s You can find past issues all the way back to education. As a sculptor, he is completely combining art, sound, industrial design the Arts. Visit (http://www.andersonarts.org/ journey and the individual artistic voyage of AnnualJuriedShow.html) for many activities the artists. Featured artists includes globally Jan-Ru Wan at Sertoma Arts Center self-taught, taking up carving when he and cultural elements, on view through August 2004! planned in conjunction with this exhibition. acclaimed award winning artists including- The City of Raleigh’s Parks, Recre- was about 20-years-old. For further infor- June 8, 2017. M.A.D | Motorcycle. Art. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 9:30am-5:30pm. Contact: Arianne King Comer, Al Davis, Mary Dawson, ation and Cultural Resources Department You can find past articles all the way back to mation check our NC Institutional Gallery Design is the first major exhibition 864/222-2787 or at (www.andersonartscenter. James Denmark, Diane Britton Dunham, Hank in Raleigh, NC, is presenting Half the listings, call the Museum at 828/327-8576 combining cutting-edge contemporary org). Herring, Kenneth Hodges, Susan Madison, Sky, featuring works by Jan-Ru Wan, on June 1999 or visit (www.HickoryArt.org). visual art and some of the most exquisite Brenda Singleton, James “Saint” St. Clair, Jery view in the Sertoma Arts Center’s Raleigh The Lark & Key Gallery and Boutique design accomplishments of the 20th and Bay3 Artisan Gallery, located in the Arts B. Taylor, and Richard White. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Room Gallery, through May 31, 2017. in Charlotte, NC, is presenting, Garden 21st centuries related to a modern icon: Warehouse, 110 Federal St., Anderson. Ongo- 11am-4pm. Contact: 843/838-2432 or at (www. “All Contradictions melt into a new Also don’t forget about our two blogs: Party, featuring works by Vicki Sawyer, the motorcycle. Visualize the sleek beauty ing - Featuring works by Marion Carroll, Carol penncenter.com). kind of balance: the balance of the cha- Teresa Pietsch and Anna Johnson, on view of these mighty machines and experi- Cook, Joshua Davis, Lynn Felts, Jane Fried- otic, the sublime and the beautiful,” says Carolina Arts Unleashed through May 27, 2017. “If birds could ence the thrill of living in a moment of man, Cheryl Gibisch, Ann Heard, Ruth Hopkins, Belton Jan-Ru Wan. Diann Simms and Lori Solymosi. The work build nests, then they could make hats.” independence, adventure, and individual- presented in the gallery features oils, acrylics, Belton Center for the Arts, 306 North Main For 20 years, sculptor, installation Carolina Arts News This whimsical notion was the beginning ity exemplified by an iconic bike. In The watercolors, photography, pastels, collage, Street, Belton. Through May 12 - "Mini Marvels," and fiber artist educator Jan-Ru Wan has of the joyful bird and animal portraits Gallery at GreenHill, the air is electric assemblages, sculpture, mosaics, and stained featuring works smaller than twelve inches in Work by Jan-Ru Wan been re-inventing discarded objects to that artist Vicki Sawyer is celebrated for. with the excitement of possibility, as 23 glass and jewelry. There is a piece of original all directions, in all mediums. Hours: Tue.-Fri., create soul-moving environments. These forms that suggest the presence of bod- Send us your email address to be added to our list to The exhibition features Sawyer’s original motorcycles and dynamic site-specific art art for every home or office in a variety of price 10am-5:30pm & 1st Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: environments are filled with poignant ies, yet subtly focuses your attention on artwork along with ceramics by Teresa convey the history and rich cultural nar- ranges. Co-sponsored by the Anderson Arts 864/338-8556 or at (http://www.beltoncenterforth- memories, profound concepts and shared the space that surrounds and “embraces” receive notice of each monthly issue. Pietsch and jewelry from Anna Johnson. rative of the motorcycle—a story of open Center. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-4pm, & Sat., earts.org/#!exhibits/cfvg). emotions. They can be experienced now at them. Wan says, Nestled in the mountains of Western roads, freedom, adventure, fear and flight. 10am- 1pm. Contact: 864/716-3838 or at (www. the Sertoma Arts Center in Raleigh. “I have always emphasized the contrast [email protected] NC, Teresa Pietsch creates one-of-a-kind For further information check our NC In- andersonartscenter.org). Using found garments, Wan creates continued above on next column to the right functional pottery. Anna Johnson stud- continued above on next column to the right continued on Page 42 Page 40 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 41 two weekends, nearly 100 fine craft artists from charcoal and pastel drawings are the latest former Old Post Office building one street over and how established norms can be broken around the country will be selling their crafts. manifestations of Geter’s lifelong goal of ardently from the Main Street with the City of Gaffney or rewritten. Some of the artists have omitted Many artists will be demonstrating their crafts describing the black experience in America Visitors Center, Gaffney. Ongoing - Featuring the traditional in their approach to making, SC Institutional Galleries either during formal demonstration presenta- through his uniquely personal and profound art. SC Institutional Galleries works in a varierty of media by Cherokee Coun- while others reinterpret tradition. Each tackles continued from Page 41 tions or during informal question and answer Lipscomb Family Galleries, Through May continued from Page 42 ty artists. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm & Sat., the notion of what is wearable in making and sessions with booth visitors. The shows will 21 - "Salvador Dalí’s Fantastical Fairy Tales," 9am-1pm. Contact: 864/489-9119 or e-mail at defining their work. The exhibit was curated by Bluffton Saul Alexander Foundation Gallery, Charles- be held in Wragg Square Park at Meeting and which explores the connections between art 701 Center for Contemporary Art, 701 Whaley outhouse; Explore a plantation gin house with ([email protected]). Greenville, SC, jewelry artist & Rhode Island ton County Public Library, 68 Calhoun St., Charlotte Streets in downtown Charleston. The and literature through the lens of the artist’s St., Columbia. West side of the 701 Whaley its original gin, cotton press, and mechanicals; School of Design/ Jewelry + Metalsmithing Society of Bluffton Artists Gallery/Learning Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "Women’s Work," park’s entrance and walkways have recently signature playfulness, inventiveness, and fine building, Ongoing - "Herb Parker: Olympia Learn how cotton is grown, picked and ginned Greenville MFA alum, Kate Furman. Ongoing - Home to Center, 8 Church Street, corner of Calhoun and featuring works by Karyn Healey. A reception will been upgraded. Adult admission is $3 on Friday draftsmanship. Featuring 36 colorful prints from Dialogue," featuring an outdoor, architectural today; See the variety of horse-drawn plows, 16 studio artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm & Church Street, Bluffton. Ongoing - Featuring be held on May 5, from 4-6pm. It will be the first and Saturday and $1 on Sunday. Seniors 65 and The Dalí Museum, this whimsical exhibition installation by Charleston, SC, artist Herb Parker. planters and cultivators that farmers used to work Downtown Greenville - "First Fridays," Sat., 11am-3pm. Contact: call 864/735-3948 or works in a variety of mediums by over 100 area opportunity to view most of these works that visu- older and children 18 and under are admitted showcases his illustrations for literary classics His architectural structure is 10 feet tall, 34 feet their land; Meet Ruby Doo and learn about the featuring a gallery crawl presented on the first at (www.artcentergreenville.org). artists, with all work moderately priced. Changing ally honor women who challenge conventional free. The show hours are 10am – 6pm on Fridays including "Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland", long and 18 feet wide and made of rebar, oat history of mules and the vital role they played in Fri, of the month from 6-9pm. Visit galleries shows every six weeks. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- perceptions of the “fairer sex.” Hours: Mon.-Thur., and Saturdays and 11am-5pm on Sundays. "Don Quixote", and the tales of Hans Christian straw, jute, bamboo, reed and mulch. Parker southern agriculture; and Visit the upstairs gallery throughout the downtown area. For info: (www. Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 5pm & Sun., 11:30am-3pm. Contact: 843/757- 9am-8pm; Fri. & Sat., 9am-6pm; and Sun. 2-5pm. Detailed schedules for the shows and demos Andersen. Clever, quirky, and cutting-edge, Dalí created the work during his May residency at 701 for the latest show featuring work by local and fristfridaysonline.com). College Street, Greenville. Through Aug. 27 6586 or at (www.sobagallery.com). Contact: Frances Richardson at 843/805-6803 or offered are available at is one of the great artists of the 20th century. He CCA with several volunteer assistants. "Olympia regional South Carolina artists, a baseball exhibit, - "Masterworks of Color: African-American Art at (www.ccpl.org). (www.finecraftshowscharleston.com). Call the was the most famous and infamous proponent of Dialogue" is 701 CCA’s first commissioned public a postcard exhibit or any of a variety of chang- from the Greenville Collection". More than 50 Camden Office of Cultural Affairs at 843/724-7305 or visit surrealism, a literary and artistic movement that art work. Hours: Wed., 11am-8pm; Thur.-Sat., ing exhibits. Admission: Yes. Hours: Wed.-Sat., works are included in this exhibition that ex- The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting Street, (www.piccolospoleto.com). strove to liberate the subconscious mind from 11am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 803/238- 10am-5pm. Contact: 803-897-2225 or at (http:// plores the viewpoint of African-American artists. Bassett Gallery, Fine Arts Center of Kershaw Charleston. Founded in 1773, is America’s the oppression of rational thought. Championing 2351 or at (www.701cca.org). www.elloreemuseum.org). The earliest examples are clay vessels made County, 810 Lyttleton St., Camden. Through first museum. Through May 8 - "Feathers Clemson Area the power of personal imagination, surrealists by enslaved potter and poet David Drake along May 5 - "Form & Flow," featuring works by J and Flocks: Waterfowling in South Carolina, a believed that dreams were as real as reality and SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St., Columbia. Florence with an 1850 painting View of Asheville, North Michael McGuirt. Reflective of McGuirt’s artistic collective look at the historic art and artifacts Sikes Hall Showcase, Clemson University, that art created from visions could be as insightful Ongoing - “ART: A Collection of Collections.” The Carolina by free man of color Robert Duncan- journey over the last three years, the exhibit is a associated with local waterfowling, presented Ground Floor Sikes Hall, 101 Calhoun Drive, as realism, if not more so. Dalí’s colorful per- SC State Museum is home to over 4,000 works Florence County Museum, 111 West Cheves son. The exhibition also features works by such basic timeline of his development and growth as in cooperation with the 2017 Southeastern Clemson. Through Oct. 4 - "Ink Travels Art sonality, prodigious talent, love of publicity, and of art, hand-made objects and various collec- Street, across the street from the Francis Marion 20th-century luminaries as William H. Johnson, an artist over the past 36 months. Hours: Mon.- Wildlife Expo, and with generous sponsorship Exhibit". “Ink travels” refers to the constant distinct brand of cheerful iconoclasm propelled tions within its collection. Many of these pieces University Performing Arts Center, Florence. Romare Bearden, and Jacob Lawrence. More Fri., noon-6pm. Contact: 803/425-7676, ext. 306 from the "Charleston Mercury". This exhibit challenge of keeping an active print shop clean. him into the international spotlight. Caroline have never been on display in the museum. Waters Gallery, located at 135 South Dargan contemporary highlights include Kara Walker, or at (www.fineartscenter.org). will draw from a number of different categories In the context of this exhibition, the term also Guignard Community Gallery, Through May ART: A Collection of Collections will highlight Street, Through June 16 - "The Fiddler’s Tale: Work by street artist David Zinn Carrie Mae Weems, Leo Twiggs, Gary Grier, from the Museum’s vast collections as well refers to the wide-reaching influence of Profes- 15 - "Unsung Heroes by artist Santiago Echev- some of these one-of-a-kind collections within Recent Works of Love and Loss by Robert Main Street, Greenville. May 12 - 14 - "13th and Jonathan Green. Through Aug. 27 - Charleston as a few private ones, and offer an important sor Sydney A. Cross’s teaching and mentoring. erry." This exhibition is a series of Echeverry’s the museum’s entire collection. Guests will get Garey". The exhibition will be composed of 23 Annual Artisphere," presented by TD Bank, "Grainger McKoy: Recovery Stroke". Grainger glimpse into the South Carolina Lowcountry’s Similar to how “ink travels” this exhibition show- three-dimensional portraits of and video art to explore works of fine, folk and decorative art works which explore the existential nature of the announced several programming highlights for McKoy (born 1947) moved with his family at a Avery Research Center for African History longstanding water bird traditions. Charles- cases Cross’s legacy as an educator and illus- pieces about the LGBTQ community and its allies made by South Carolina artists that are being human condition, as expressed in the subject the festival in Greenville, SC. GE Artist Row young age to Sumter, South Carolina. McKoy and Culture, at the College of Charleston, 125 ton Museum’s Lowcountry Image Gallery, trates the positive impact she has had on artists in Broward County, FL, where the artist makes grouped into collections within the exhibit based matter of traditional Appalachian folk music. Spe- will feature 135 artists selected by a panel of attended Clemson University, earning a degree Bull St., Charleston. Denmark Vesey Confer- Through Oct. 2 - "Forces of Nature: Charles- across the nation. The exhibition is a thoughtful his home. Drag queens, go-go dancers, bartend- on medium, subject or artist. This exhibit will cial Exhibits Gallery, Through May 28 - "From 5 jurors from a record high applicant pool of in zoology, while also studying architecture. ence Room, Onging - "KABOH: A Legacy of ton in the Aftermath," an exhibit curated by tribute to the quality of Cross’s teaching and a ers, artists, DJs, nudists—all are part of a group showcase rarely seen artwork by South Carolina New York to Nebo; the Artistic Journey of Eugene 1,136 (1 in 8 chance of acceptance). Forty-one After graduating, McKoy apprenticed for 18 Twelve." Charleston Quilter Dorothy Montgomery Archivist and Collections Manager, Jennifer reflection on the Clemson Family in the Visual of unsung heroes that cherish their freedom artists, enhanced by the fascinating stories of Thomason". The exhibit is composed of 15 paint- of the 135 are first time exhibitors at Artisphere months with the renowned bird carver Gilbert made "KABOH" in honor of the "Priscilla" story. McCormick. Many meteorological and geologi- Arts. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30am – 4:30pm. as Americans and immigrants in the US while their inception and why they belong with other ings created between 1928 and 1968, demon- and seventeen are local artists. Other Visual Maggioni in Beaufort, South Carolina. McKoy The quilt was in the possession of Dr. Joseph cal forces of nature have impacted Charleston Contact: call Denise Woodward-Detrich, Lee celebrating their own individuality. Galleries 5 & works of art to give us a new look at South strating key periods in the artist’s development. Arts Programming for the 2017 festival include initially produced realistic carvings, but slowly Opala who donated it to the Avery Research Cen- and the surrounding coastal areas over the Gallery Director at 864/656-3883 or at (http:// 6, Ongoing - "Modern & Contemporary Art from Carolina and its visual culture. The Crescent All works in the exhibit are on loan from The the Furman Art Lab that will feature 13 new began transforming these intricately carved ter in July, 2008. Corridor (2nd Floor), Ongoing years. Beginning with the Cyclone of 1885, the www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/cva/). the Collection". Celebrating some of the CMA’s Café, second floor mezzanine of the Museum. Johnson Collection, Spartanburg, SC, who own experiences for the 13th annual festival. These birds into gravity-defying sculptures that played - "Esau Jenkins: A Retrospective View of the Man featured images will journey through the Earth- greatest hits, this exhibition features over 30 The house menu offers a variety of baked goods, the largest single collection of Thomason’s work. interactive demonstrations allow patrons to roll with form and space, while continuing to ac- and His Times" This exhibition was developed quake of 1886, the deadly tornadoes of 1938 The ARTS Center, 212 Butler St., Clemson. paintings, drawings, photographs and sculptures juices, coffee, hot chocolate and tea. Lunchtime Eugene Thomason (1895 - 1972) was a native up their sleeves and flex their creative muscles curately render each species in detail. His work in 1991 by the Avery Institute. After its display in and the many unnamed storms and hurricanes Ongoing - Featuring works by local and region- from the Museum’s collection that have not been offerings include deli sandwiches and alternat- of South Carolina. In 1921, he fell under the with instruction by local artists including Cecilia has been shown at the High Museum of Art, Charleston it traveled throughout the state of SC that have pounded our coastline until Hurricane al artists. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-5pm & Fri., on view recently. It offers the visitor experiences ing daily soups, as well as grilled chicken salads fortunate patronage of one of the nation’s most Ho (needle felting), Izzy Mitchell and Heather Brandywine River Museum, Brookgreen Gar- under the auspices of the State Museum Travel- Hugo in 1989. Ongoing - Featuring the most 10am-2pm. Contact: 864/633-5051 or at (www. both serious and sensual and is designed to both and sandwiches. And let’s not forget the house powerful men, North Carolina tycoon, James B. Brame (collaging), Carol Funke (handmade dens, and many other galleries. Through Sept. ing Exhibition Program. Consisting of (15) panels extensive collection of South Carolina cultural explorearts.org). entertain and enlighten. Notable works included specialty: spectacular fudge, handmade on-site. Duke. With Duke’s encouragement and support, paper), and Joann Benzinger (photo image 10 - "Wyeth Dynasty". Andrew Wyeth (1917 measuring 24" x 36", the exhibit chronicles the and scientific collections in the nation, it also are by Jasper Johns, Howard Thomas, Sally Museum Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm ; Sun.,1- Thomason entered the renowned Art Students transfer) to name just a few. The Michelin - 2009), regarded as one of the most important myriad of activities Mr. Jenkins was intimately owns two National Historic Landmark houses, ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Clemson Mann and Edward Ruscha, whose famous image 5pm. Admission: Yes. Contact: call 803/898-4921 League in New York, where he met some of the Artist Demo Row welcomes back glassblower American artists of the 20th century, launched involved in. Additionally, it highlights his leader- the Heyward-Washington House (1772) and CAAH Dean’s Gallery, 101 Strode Tower, of the Hollywood Hills (on view) has become a or at (http://scmuseum.org/). leading members of the Ashcan School of Ameri- Ryan Gothrup (Richmond, VA), woodworker his career in 1937 with a sold-out exhibition of ship skills as a conscious and compassionate the Joseph Manigault House (1803), as well as Clemson University, Clemson. Through Oct. staple of the art world. Ray Taylor Fair Gallery, can modern realist painters. Education Gallery, Michael McDunn (Greenville), metalsmith Ryan his watercolors in New York. On the occasion of community activist, organizer, entrepreneur and the Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife preserve. 11 - A Sense of Place: Clemson • Drawings Ongoing - Featuring a new and permanent ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Columbia area Through May 21 - "Fred Rhoads Illustrated," Calloway (Greenville), The Ceramics Makers the young artist’s remarkable debut, his father Civil Rights leader. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm Admission: Yes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm and Watercolors by James F. Barker. As an installation of its ancient art collection. The instal- Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, featuring an interactive exhibit for families, the Collective (Greenville) and The Contemporary and mentor, noted illustrator N.C. Wyeth wrote & Sat., noon-5pm. Admission: by donation. Con- & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 843/722-2996 or at architecture student, alumnus, dean, president lation includes approximately 50 objects that 1101 Lincoln St., Columbia. Ongoing - Fea- exhibit explores the life and comic art of former Print Making Collective (Greenville) to entertain him a congratulatory letter prophesying, “You tact: 843/953-7609 or visit (www.cofc.edu/avery). (www.charlestonmuseum.org). emeritus and now professor of architecture, introduce the major ancient civilizations from the turing works by local artists throughout the Florence resident, Fred Rhoads. Experience festival goers and reveal the intricacies of their are headed in the direction that should finally James F. Barker gives a unique perspective. Mediterranean and Near East. Examples of the convention center, including works by Mike Wil- hilarious mishaps in the post-World War II comic, respective crafts. Also back by popular demand reach the pinnacle in American art.” Ongoing ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Charleston His exhibit captures a sense of community earliest form of writing from 12th century B.C. liams, Liisa Salosaari Jasinski, Tyrone Geter, Sad Sack, along with other humorous draw- are the Clemson University "STEAM Exhibit", - "South Carolina Icons". Consider the work Ashley River Tower, Public area at Medi- that portrays a richness, depth and love for Mesopotamia, are shown next to Egyptian scar- Peter Lenzo, Jamie Davis, Tom Lockart & Mark ings created during Rhoads’ time in Florence. the "Greenville County High School Exhibition" of three African-American artists from South cal University of South Carolina, Charleston. the Clemson campus. Hours: Mon.-Fri., abs and Greek painted vessels. The world of the Woodham, Angela Bradburn, Virginia Scotchie, Exercise your imagination by creating pantomime and "The Greenville Journal and Greenville Carolina, David Drake, William H. Johnson, Ongoing - "Contemporary Carolina Collection 8am-4:30pm. Contact: Contact: call Denise ancient Romans is represented by 2nd century Denise Dent, Sue Grier, Brian Rego, Heather stories with familiar Sad Sack characters on our Health System Artists of the Upstate Juried and Merton Simpson. Their work echoes the @ Ashley River Tower," featuring the larg- Woodward-Detrich, Lee Gallery Director at glass and bronze items and portrait sculpture. LaHaise, Howard Hunt, Robert Campbell, magnetic cartoon wall. Community Gallery, Exhibition". Hours of operation: Fri., noon-5pm; stories of slavery, the struggle for equality, and est collection of original, contemporary South 864/656-3883 or at (http://www.clemson.edu/ Many of these works have not been seen since Ernest Lee, David J.P. Hooker, Ralph Waldrop, Ongoing - This exhibit introduces visitors to the Sat., 11am-8pm; & Sun., 11am-6pm. Contact: the Civil rights movement. Admission: Free. Carolina art on permanent display, including centers-institutes/cva/). the Museum moved to its location on Main Street Elena Madden, Debbie Martin, Blue Sky, Laura history of the museum and its formative collec- For more information visit (www.artisphere.org). Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10am-6pm and Sun., 1-5pm. 885 works by 53 talented artists, sculptors in 1998. The collection has grown over the last Spong, Jean McWhorter, Claire Farrell, Justin tions. This gallery also exhibits the histories and Contact: 864/271-7570 or at (www.gcma.org). and photographers in South Carolina. Artists Madren Conference Center, Clemson Uni- several years with the donation of 12 fine Roman Guy, and Jonathan Green. Hours: Mon.-Fri., diversity of the City of Florence, and the incorpo- Clemson University’s Center for Visual Arts included are: Lucille Akinjobe, Jack Alterman, versity, Clemson. Ongoing - Featuring wood sculptures in 2002 from Pennsylvania collector 9am-5pm; Sat., 10am-4pm & Sun., 1-5pm. rated municipalities of Florence County. Addition- - Greenville, 5th Floor, ONE Building, 1 North Lipscomb Gallery, South Carolina Governor’s Thomas Blagden, Jr., Carl Blair, Patti Brady, and steel bird carvings by Grainger McKoy. Dr. Robert Y. Turner. Admission: Yes, but there Contact: 803/545-0001 or at (www.columbia- ally, the Community Gallery communicates the Main Street, Greenville. Through July 28 - "A School for the Arts and Humanities, 15 Uni- Keith Brown, Julia Cart, Eva Carter, Jocelyn Hours: regular building hours. Contact: Peter is no admission charge on Sun. Hours: Tue.-Fri., conventioncenter.com/phototour/phototour/). lives, stories and accomplishments of significant Sense of Place: Picturing West Greenville versity St., Greenville. Ongoing - We feature Châteauvert, Lese Corrigan, Townsend David- Kent at 864/656-0382 or e-mail at (peter.kent@ 11am-5pm; first Fri., till 8pm; Sat., 10am-5pm & past and present citizens of Florence County and Photographic Exhibit". This exhibition examines several exhibitions throughout each year - our Work by Jane Hart son, Linda Fantuzzo, Buddy Folk, Squire Fox, clemsonews.clemson.edu). Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 803/799-2810 or at Due West members of it’s communities. This gallery is one the people, places and the cultural life of West own students and faculty, plus many guest art- Charleston Artist Guild Gallery, 160 East Mary Edna Fraser, Cassandra Gillens, Anthony (www.columbiamuseum.org). of two permanent exhibit spaces designed by Greenville in a project organized by the Center ists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm. Visitors are Bay St., Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "Beauty of Green, Jon Holloway, Ann Hubbard, Lisa The Fran Hanson Discovery Center, South Bowie Arts Center, Bonner St., Erskine College, award winning exhibit design firm, HaleySharpe for Visual Arts- Greenville. Artists invited to asked to sign in at the Administration Building’s the Ordinary," is a celebration of the beauty Salosaari Jasinski, Erik Johnson, Kim Keats, Carolina Botanical Garden, Clemson University, McKissick Museum, University of South Due West. Ongoing - Permanent Collections, Design. Pee Dee History Gallery, Ongoing - participate in the project demonstrate relevant front desk before entering campus. Contact: of everyday places and objects in landscape Arianne King Comer, Kit Loney, Paul Mardikian, Clemson. Featured Artists Gallery, Ongo- Carolina, USC Horseshoe, Columbia. Through 19th c. furniture, cut-glass, clocks and decorative This is the largest gallery space in the facility, experience in creating a collection of works 864/282-3777. and still life by Susan Trott and Jane Hart. A Nancy Marshall, Paul Matheny, John McWil- ing - Featuring works by Nancy Basket, Sue July 15 - "A Compass to Guide: South Carolina arts. Also, 19th & early 20th c. music boxes & comprising 3,300 sq. ft. of exhibit space. This using environmental portraiture or storytelling. reception will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. liams, Sue Middleton, Marge Moody, Gordon Figliola, Sue Grier, Sandy King, Jo Ann Taylor Cabinetmakers Today," focuses on contempo- mechanical musical instruments. Hours: M-Th, permanent collections gallery occupies the entire The goal of the project was to build community, Metropolitan Arts Council Gallery, 16 Augus- Sales made at the gallery support the nonprofit Nicholson, Jane Nodine, Marcelo Novo, Karin and Phil Garrett, on a rotating basis. Elizabeth rary cabinetmakers, their regional differences 1-4:30pm or by appt. Contact: 864/379-8867. second floor, east wing of the building. Artifacts convey and bring together a significant exhibit ta Street, Greenville. Through June 9 - "One- Guild’s community outreach work. Ongo- Olah, Matt Overend, Rick Rhodes, Ed Rice, Belser Fuller Gallery, Ongoing - This collec- and similarities, and explore the roots of their are supported by historical images and narrative meant to honor West Greenville residents and Stop Open Studios Retrospective," an exhibit of ing - Featuring an exhibit of works by over 80 Molly B. Right, Susan Romaine, Kristi Ryba, tion of watercolors, mixed media and pen & ink respective traditions. The exhibition incorporates Edgefield interpretation, giving a comprehensive introduc- surrounding community. The artists selected over 70 local artists. Begun in 2006, One-Sptop plus members of CAG who display a wealth of Virginia Scotchie, Laura Spong, Tom Stanley, drawings was generously donated by a dear furniture from cabinetmakers actively practicing tion to the Pee Dee region from prehistory to the to participate in the project and exhibit are Open Studios is an annual retrospective exhibit talent in different media including, oils, acrylics, Christine Tedesco, Colleen Terrell, Leo Twiggs, friend of the SC Botanical Garden, Elizabeth in South Carolina, as well as photographs and Edgefield and Greenwood Counties, May present. This gallery is one of two permanent Dawn Roe of Asheville, NC and Winter Park, of artists who have participated in Greenville pastels, watercolors, photography, printmaking Tjelda Vander Meijden, Mary Walker, Sue Belser Fuller. This incredible collection ranges oral histories, exploring how these artists learned 6-7 - "2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and Sale," exhibit spaces designed by award winning exhibit FL; Dustin Chambers of Atlanta, GA; Kathleen Open Studios since its inception in 2002. The & sculpture. The Gallery is also home for the Simons Wallace, Joe Walters, Sam Wang, Enid from 1947 to 1992. New pieces have been and what motivates them to work with wood as featuring potters from Edgefield Area Clay Guild design firm, HaleySharpe Design.. Admission: Robbins of Columbia, SC; and Leon Alesi of exhibit runs in conjunction with Artisphere, CAG office. Hours: Daily, 11am-6pm. Contact: Williams, Manning Williams, and Paul Yanko. added this year in celebration of Belser's 97th their primary medium. 18th and 19th century ex- and Greenwood Area Studio Potters. Studios on Free. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. 2-5pm. Asheville, NC and Austin, TX. Works in this ex- Greenville’s premier arts festival, and allows for 843/722-2454 or at (www.charlestonartistguild. Hours: daily, 8:30am-5pm. Contact: Kathleen birthday. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Closed amples of South Carolina furniture are featured, the tour include Phoenix Factory’s Old Edge- Contact: 843/676-1200 or visit (www.flocomu- hibition are not for sale as they are part of the greater exposure and awarness of Greenville- com). Ellis, Director of National Communications, University Holidays and Home Football Game reflecting the importance of historical context to field Pottery, Edgefield Clay Studio, PKPottery seum.org). CVA Art Collection. No lectures or receptions area visual artists. The MAC gallery will be MUSC, at 843/792.5602 or e-mail at (ellisk@ Saturdays. Contact: 864/656-3405 or at (www. the discussion of contemporary furniture tradi- and Edgefield Clay Works. The tour will be held are planned for this exhibition. Hours: Mon.-Fri., open during the Artisphere weekend. Sat., May City Gallery at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Waterfront musc.edu). clemson.edu/scbg/). tions. Ongoing - "Diverse Voices: Discovering on Saturday, May 6th, from 10am to 5pm and Hyman Fine Arts Center, Francis Marion Uni- 8am-5pm. Contact: visit (www.clemson.edu/ 13, 10am-6pm and Sun., May 14, noon-6pm. Park, 34 Prioleau Street, Charleston. Through Community Through Traditional Arts". Dedicated on Sunday, May 7th, from noon. to 5pm. The versity, Florence. Through May 6 - "Senior Exhi- cva/cva-greenville). Ongoing - Featuring works by Greenville area May 7 - "Slightly Askew at City Gallery," featuring Marion Square, Calhoun Street between Columbia Area to the late George D. Terry, "Diverse Voices" Groundhog kiln, located on Crest Road, will be bition by Graduating Visual Arts Majors". Senior artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Contact: the work of artists Rebecca Davenport and Ca- Meeting and King Streets, Charleston. May explores deeply-rooted traditions that help create fired the week of the tour, opening Saturday shows are required of all students majoring in 864/467-3132, or at (www.greenvillearts.com). bell Heyward. The exhibition presents the work 26 - June 10 - "2017 Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor and maintain the cultural landscape of South morning at 9am. There will be five raffle pottery Visual Arts. These shows give students hands-on of two artists whose perspectives on reality are Art Exhibition". The "Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Carolina and the surrounding region. Each year pieces for the 2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour experience in selection and installation of art- Museum & Gallery, Bob Jones University, slightly askew from consensus views. Daven- Art Exhibition”, now in its 38 year, offers works the exhibit will focus on a specific theme or and Sale. Tickets will be available at each of works, publicity of exhibition, and external review Wade Hampton Boulevard, Greenville. Ongoing port’s large scale mixed media works, evocative by 84 artists from South Carolina. We believe tradition. Year one of "Diverse Voices" offers a the studios participating in the tour. You choose by the University community and the general - "Likely and Unlikely Pairings," featuring a fasci- of sideshow banners, explore the world of the it is the longest running outdoor fine art show comprehensive presentation of objects from the which piece you would like to win! There will public. Through May 6 - "Works by Ceramics nating juxtaposition of art and mundane objects carnival and sideshow, complete with its games in the US. Sponsored by the City of Charleston museum collection that represent the work of also be a drawing from all those who have their and 3D Design Classes". Students in ceramics revealing a variety of viewpoints. Through this of chance and over-the-top bluster. Heyward’s Office of Cultural Affairs. There are daily art celebrated NEA National Heritage Fellows and clay passports stamped at all of the different classes learn processes and techniques in both special comparative display, the unique presenta- dreamlike abstract paintings present a version of demonstrations at 11am and 2:30pm. Hours: Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Award recipi- pottery locations and a prize given to the winner. wheel-throwing and hand building in the art and tion serves as an engaging tool for all viewers contemporary surrealism, with imagery evoking a Mon.-Thur., 10am-5pm & Fri.-Sun., 10am-6- ents. Ongoing - "Highlights from the Permanent For more information and a map to the various craft of pottery. Throwing leads progressively to- interested in understanding the many facets of dreamlike state where reality and fantasy seam- pm. Contact: Call the Office of Cultural Affairs Collections of McKissick Museum". Permanent sites, please visit us on Facebook at HeritageT- ward stoneware clay tooling, decorating, glazing art, culture, and thought. Ongoing - Permanent lessly meld. May 26 - June 11 - "2017 Piccolo at 843/724-7305 or visit (www.piccolospoleto. - "Baruch Silver Collection," a collection of the railPotteryTourSale or contact Paula Bowers at and firing. As they advance through the curricu- “Rope” b Leslie Boyd exhibition of the finest collection of religious art in Spoleto Juried Art Exhibition," juried by local com). Baruch family silver. And, "Natural Curiosity: USC 803/336-4666. lum, students add ceramic fabrications methods Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 25 America, including works by Rubens, Botticelli, artist Becca Barnet. A part of the 2017 Piccolo and the Evolution of Scientific Inquiry into the of slabwork, modeling from solid masses, and Draper Street, Greenville. Through May and Van Dyck. Offering visitors a 60-minute Spoleto Festival. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-6pm & The Old Slave Mart Museum, 6 Chalmers Natural World". Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm Elloree press molding. Multi-part forms and porcelain for- 24 - "Wearable Art". Contemporary jewelry audio-guided tour of over 40 favored works for a Sat.-Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 843/958-6484 or Street, Charleston. Ongoing - The Museum re- & Sat., 11am-3pm. Contact: 803/777-7251 or at mula clay bodies are created as artistic discipline challenges the notion of what is wearable, modest fee. Hours: Tue.-Sun., 2-5pm. Contact: (http://citygalleryatwaterfrontpark.com/). counts the story of Charleston's role in this inter- (http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/mcks/). Elloree Heritage Museum and Cultural Mu- develops along with the individual’s philosopy, pushing the boundaries between the wear- 864/242-5100, Ext. 1050 or at (www.bjumg.org). state slave trade by focusing on the history of this seum, 2714 Cleveland Street, Elloree. Ongo- critical awareness and asthetics. Hours: Mon.- able and the sculptural. The more conceptual Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, particular building and site and the slave sales “Living the Li(f)e” by Tyrone Geter Richland County Public Library, 1431 As- ing - Stroll Cleveland Street as it appeared in Fri., 8:30am-5pm. Contact: 843/661-1385 or at approach to jewelry considers what it means to Museum & Gallery at Heritage Green, Bun- Charleston. Museum Shop - Now offering the in- that occurred here. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Columbia Museum of Art, Main & Hampton sembly St., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring 20 1900 and delight in the recreated stores, bank (http://departments.fmarion.edu/finearts/gallery. place something on the body and how identity combe and Atwood Streets, downtown Green- ventory of the Tradd Street Press, reproductions Contact: The Office of Cultural Affairs at 843/958- Streets, Columbia. Through June 11 - "Enduring pieces of public art on permanent display. Hours: and hotel; Explore the train station, logging and htm). is defined by adornment. These explorations ville. Through Aug. 31 - "The Art of Sleuthing," of works by Elizabeth O'Neill Verner amoung 6467 or at (http://www.charlestonarts.sc/). Spirit: The Art of Tyrone Geter". The Columbia Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm; Sat, 9am-6pm; Sun, 2-6pm. butchering areas; Visit Snider Cabin, birthplace have broadened the artist’s use of materials, inviting sleuths of all ages to explore the intrigues other exhibit related art objects. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Museum of Art is proud to present the major Contact: 803/988-0886 or at (www.richland.lib. of William J. Snider, founder of Elloree; Learn Gaffney from traditional metal and gemstones, to the of forgery, provenance, steganography and 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm; closed Mon. Admis- Wragg Square Park, Charlotte and Meeting spring exhibition showcasing an all-new series sc.us). about tenant farming and meet midwife Mary Ella use of wood, paper, fabric, and plastics. The Nazi-looted art. “It’s coming to see art in a new sion: Yes. Contact: 843/722-2706 or at (www. Sts., Charleston. May 26-28 & June 2-4 - "2017 of works from esteemed Columbia artist Tyrone Jones who was responsible for delivering many Cherokee Alliance of Visual Artists Gal- twenty-three artists included in the Wearable way,” said M&G curator John Nolan. Nolan’s Geter. The approximately two dozen large-scale Elloree babies; Take a rest in the two-seater lery, 210 West Frederick Street, located in the Art exhibition consider the history of adornment gibbesmuseum.org). Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Shows". Between the continued on Page 43 continued on Page 44 Page 42 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 43 Laurens Contact: 843/740-5854 or visit (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). The Artist’s Coop, 113 E.Laurens St., on the SC Institutional Galleries Historic Downtown Square., Laurens. Ongo- SC Institutional Galleries ALTERNATE ART SPACES - North Charleston continued from Page 43 ing - Featuring works by over 50 cooperatiave continued from Page 44 Greenspace, at intersection of East Mon- members, including paintings, jewlery, pottery tague Avenue and Park Place East, North description is accurate as The Art of Sleuthing versary of the SC Festival of Flowers. Contact: and weavings. Also art classes for children and Palmetto Hands Fine Craft Exhibit"; youth art Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "Praying Mantis" by blends both the creative and scientific aspects (www.scfestivalofflowers.org). adults. Hours: Tue.-Fri.,10am-5:30pm & Sat., and photography from Charleston, Berkeley, Danielle Lewis. Standing at almost 8 feet tall of art together in an enticing manner. A primary 10am-3pm. Contact: 864/984-9359 or at (www. and Dorchester county students; the Lowcoun- and constructed entirely of scrap metal, this highlight of the exhibit showcases two stellar laurensartistscoop.org). try Gem & Mineral Society show and sale; praying mantis lends itself to the illusion that examples of forgery, including a loan from the Village Antiques & Collectibles show; children’s it was once an operational machine that has National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. Titled Marion activities at Box City and Creation Stations; art become rusted and stagnant over time. By "The Smiling Girl", this piece was originally attrib- & craft vendors, a food court, and much more. visually overlapping elements of nature with an uted to Vermeer until closer investigation proved Marion County Museum, 101 Wilcox Avenue, Individual events take place throughout the imagined apocalyptic past (or future), the artist it a fraud. Continuing the theme, the forged "Still Marion. Ongoing - Changing exhibits are nine days of the festival at various locations. encourages viewers to consider the relation- Life with Fruit" on loan from the Nasher Museum displayed in two galleries downstairs. These An exciting array of free and ticketed offer- ship between the natural world, humans, and of Art at Duke University exemplifies modern art can be local exhibits, or traveling exhibits from ings include concerts; street dances; theatre advancing technology. Hours: daylight hours. fakes. Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am- the South Carolina State Museum’s collections. presentations; film screenings; art lectures, Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http://www.north- Work by Caroline M. Self 5pm and Sun. 2-5pm. Contact: 864/770-1331 or One of the “living” topiary sculptures The Magnolia Room of the museum is furnished workshops, and demonstrations; an art walk; charleston.org/Residents/Arts-and-Culture) or visit M&G’s website at (www.bjumg.org). Throughout Downtown Greenwood, June with lovely antiques once used in the Aiken-Rhett Colleen Bang, “Wonder Wheel” (detail), 2016, children’s programs; and the Grand Finale at visit (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). May 1 - June 23 - "Wanderlust: The Yucatan," 2 - 4, 2017 - "50th South Carolina Festival of House in Charleston. These pieces were a gift acrylic, 20” x 26”, Best in Show 2016 the beautiful North Charleston Riverfront Park. features works by Jasmine Alleger. A reception RIVERWORKS Gallery, Suite 202, Art Cross- Flowers". We kick off the 50th SC Festival of from the Charleston Museum. The upstairs gal- Franklin G. Burroughs • Simeon B. Chapin visit Greenspace, in front of North Charleston will be held on May 5, from 6-8pm. For years ing on the Reedy River in downtown Greenville. Flowers with highly entertaining and fun-filled “Red Brigade” by William Schneider from Vlg. leries feature a turn-of-the-century classroom, a Art Museum, 3100 South Ocean Blvd., beside (www.NorthCharlestonArtsFest.com) or contact Fire Dept., Station #6, located at 8100 Rivers Jasmine Alleger’s work focused on represent- of Lakewood, IL Through May 7 - "Absence," featuring works by events for all ages during our main weekend. farm room, and a variety of displays concerning Springmaid Beach, Myrtle Beach. Through the North Charleston Cultural Arts Department Avenue, North Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "Crys- ing acute details of her everyday life. In a sense Katie Fenske and Rachel Rinker. Fenske and We invite you to stroll among our larger than Hilton Head Island Area the people and places of Marion County. Hours: May 21 - "High Schools 18th Annual Juried office at 843/740-5854. tal Clear" by Anna Walker, Inspired by the she was creating personal journals of particu- Rinker conjure up Absence in their photographs life, “living” topiary sculptures spread through- Tues.-Fri., 9am-noon & 1-5pm. Contact: 843/423- Exhibition". A diverse array of media as well as mysticism and beauty of crystalline solids, this larly mundane aspects of her daily routine by and paintings. Katie directly focuses on absence out the Uptown Greenwood square. Then come Art League of Hilton Head Gallery, at the Arts 8299 or at (http://www.marionsc.org/musem). artistic styles will fill the second-floor galleries The Olde Village, E. Montague Ave., off Park large-scale structure uses steel rods and color- combining collaged found materials with painted in her chilly photographs of homes’ exteriors, browse and shop our arts and crafts show, take Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove with color, life and originality — an extraordinary Circle, North Charleston. May 4, from 5-9pm - ful shrink-wrap to form a cluster of crystals. imagery. More recently, Alleger has turned her fo- often including empty lawn chairs or a discarded in various performances, experience our Wine Lane, Hilton Head Island. May 2 - 31 - "25th McCormick opportunity for area high school art students to "North Charleston Arts Fest Arty Block Party," is As light shines through the translucent planes, cus outward, examining the peculiarities of daily toy. Her photographs offer a view of her own Walk, join in our 5K run/walk, engage in Kidfest Biennale," featuring the longest running Nation- gain experience in the actual process of having a new event combining what was previously the the colors refract, contributing to the illusion life in other countries and cultures. In October sense of place here in Greenville. Rinker bases and tour exquisite home gardens. And that is ally Juried Exhibition in our area. An awards The MACK, McCormick Arts Council Gallery, 115 their artwork exhibited in a professional setting. Arts Fest Art Walk and Arts Fest Street Dance, that the geometric forms are glowing. Just 2015, she spent ten days exploring the Yucatan, her paintings on photo sketches she makes at just the beginning. See it all here and join us! reception will be held on May 5, from 5-7pm. Main Street, located in the historic Keturah Hotel, This year, art gallery owner and professional held in the Olde Village area of North Charles- as crystals are used to promote healing and Mexico. 2nd floor, May 1 - June 23 - "Rhythm in local gatherings of her family and friends. Her Contact: (www.scfestivalofflowers.org). A Critic’s Coffee will be held on May 6, from McCormick. Ongoing, The Artisans Gallery artist William H. Miller has been invited to judge ton near Park Circle. East Montague Avenue serenity, this sculpture aims to provoke feel- Blues," features works by Caroline M. Self. A re- paintings are loosely executed as she frantically 10am-noon, $10 entry fee. This national, juried Shop at the MACK - Featuring works of over 30 the art. Miller will judge both two-dimensional will be closed to vehicular traffic between Jen- ings of peace. Hours: daylight hours. Contact: ception will be held on May 5, from 6-8pm. Caro- works to capture the warmth and comradery of Arts Center of Greenwood, at the Federal art exhibit will showcase approximately 100 art- artisans including paintings, pottery, jewelry, jack- and three-dimensional works, each category kins Avenue and Virginia Avenue. Vendors will 843/740-5854, at (http://www.northcharleston. line M. Self is a contemporary abstract expres- these gatherings. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 1-5pm and Building, 120 Main Street, Greenwood. Main works selected by jurors from over 500 entries, ets, gourds, woodworking, textiles, soaps and receiving a first, second and third place ribbon, line the street between Chateau Avenue and org/Residents/Arts-and-Culture) or visit sionist artist inspired by the vivid paint colors and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: call 864/271-0679 or e- Gallery, Through May 26 - "Equine Art". June based on originality of concept, composition more. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: as well as a Best in Show and eight honorable Virginia Avenue. Aside from vendors, the event (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). textures made famous by Vincent Van Gogh and mail to ([email protected]). 1 - 25 - "11th Annual South Carolina Festival of and execution. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm. 864/852-3216 or at (http://mccormickarts.org/). mentions. At the conclusion of the exhibition, a also features live music by the Shem Creek the unique abstractness of Wassily Kandinsky Flowers Juried Art Show". The exhibit features Contact: 843/681-5060 or at People’s Choice award will be presented to our Boogie Band and Contemporary Violinist Daniel Historic Reynolds Avenue Fire Station, 2006 and Willem de Kooning. In her exhibit, "Rhythm Thompson Gallery, Thomas Anderson Roe Art work from artists all over South Carolina and (www.artleaguehhi.org). Moncks Corner visitors’ favorite work of art. All ribbons will be D., live painting demos, hands-on art activities, Reynolds Avenue, North Charleston. Through in Blues", she presents a collection of new mixed Building, Furman University, Greenville. Through divisions of the southeast. Reception Hall, accompanied by a cash award. In addition, in a kid’s zone, and more. It’s a night of art and June 3 - "City Block," featuring works by media works that utilize movement on canvas as May 4 - "Passages," is a culmination of the June 1 - 9 - "South Carolina Festival of Flowers Hilton Head Regional Healthcare Gallery, Old Santee Canal Park, Interpretive Center, honor of the late Sudie Payne Daves of Conway, culture for the entire family to enjoy! Contact: Fletcher Williams III. Local sculptor and painter a means to celebrate the unique spiritual dance four years for 14 Furman University graduating Juried Youth Art Show," featuring works by Coastal Discovery Museum, at Honey Horn, 900 Stony Landing Rd., off Hwy. 52 By-Pass, SC, we’re happy to reintroduce the scholarship North Charleston Cultural Arts Department at Fletcher Williams III presents "City Block", a se- of the rhythm of life. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm seniors, the Class of 2017, who has studied in regional youth artists (K-12).Special Exhibits off Highway 278, across from Gumtree Road, Moncks Corner. Through May 30 - "521 All- award to qualifying graduating seniors pursuing a 843/740-5854, at ries of new work inspired by the North Charles- & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http:// the art department. Using a variety of mediums, Gallery, Through May 26 - "Emerging Artist Hilton Head Island. Ongoing - This beautiful Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and degree in art. May 2 - June 1 - "Waccamaw Arts (www.northcharleston.org) or visit ton cityscape. With the use of reclaimed wood, www.northcharleston.org/Residents/Arts-and- the artists will show paintings, prints, ceramics, Series". Ongoing - Featuring works by local 69-acre site will serve as the Museum's base Community". The exhibit was developed by the & Crafts Guild 20th Annual Juried Art Exhibition". (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). automotive paints, and various building materi- Culture.aspx) or photography, and sculpture. Many of the seniors and regional artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am- for programs highlighting the cultural heritage South Carolina State Museum. Based on the The Art Museum was conceived by a small but als, Williams has created three-dimensional (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). will offer their works for sale. Hours: M-F, 9am-5- 5pm & Sat., 9:30am-1:30pm. Contact: Anne and natural history of the Lowcountry. And, it 1998 book "The 521 All-Stars: A Championship visionary group of local art enthusiasts, among City of North Charleston Art Gallery, North works that symbolize the deconstruction and pm. Contact: 864/294-2074. Craig or Jennifer Smith at 864/388-7800 or at will provide a signature venue for community Story of Baseball and Community," this exhibit them a group of artists formed in the late 1960s Charleston Performing Arts Center & Conven- transformation of local neighborhoods. Motifs Palmetto Gardens Park, East Montague (http://www.emeraldtriangle.us/arts-center). events for people of all ages.The opening depicts the game in its purest form: scrap metal called the Waccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild. tion Center Complex, common walkways, 5001 employed in these works are those that Wil- Avenue, North Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "South- ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Greenville includes the renovation of a 6,000 sq. foot base lines, rotten wood bleachers, teams made Beginning in the spring of 1969, a pattern of art Coliseum Drive, North Charleston. May 3 - 31 liams finds most distinctive and unique to North ern Couture" by Aliah Fickling. The church Centre Stage Theatre Gallery, 501 River The Greenwood Museum, 110 Main Street, former hunting retreat, renamed the "Discovery up of brothers, fathers and sons, and most exhibitions was established that continues today. - "Take Me With You," featuring works by Judy Charleston; colorfully painted homes, marshes, hat is a distinct element of Southern Baptist Street, Greenville. Through May 1 - "Works by Greenwood. James West Durst Gallery, June House," containing the Museum's new interac- importantly, fellowship within the community. Until To honor the integral role that the Guild played McSween, winner of the 2017 North Charleston classic cars, corner stores, and churches.The church fashion. For many, the accessory is an Marcy Yerkes". May 5 - June 5 - "Painting Life," 1 - 27 - "50 Blooming Years," a historical exhibit tive exhibits, temporary gallery space and Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, in the Museum’s establishment, the Museum Arts Fest Design Competition. A reception will North Charleston Arts Fest ( May 3 - 7, 2017) expression of one’s personality and style. This featuring works by Kymberly Day and Peggy about the SC Festival of Flowers, The Green- community meeting rooms. Hours: Mon.-Sat., major league baseball was the pastime for white proudly hosts the Gilds’s annual spring juried art be held on May 3, from 6-8pm. Meet the artist is organized and presented by the City of North installation pays homage to the culture and Tanner Day. A reception will be held on May wood Museum welcomes the public to come view 9am-4:30pm & Sun., 11am-3pm. Contact: 843- players and fans. Segregated and separated, exhibition, which is now in its 20th year. A diverse on May 6 & 7, from 11am-5pm, during the Arts Charleston Cultural Arts Department. Hours: pageantry of the coveted church hat, featuring 5, from 6:30-9pm. This mother and daughter the Festival’s 50th anniversary special exhibit. It 689-6767 ext. 224 or at (www.coastaldiscovery. black players were forced to form leagues of their array of media, including ceramics, collage, Fest Expo. McSween will display a new series Tue., Thur., Fri., & Sat., 11am-4pm and Wed., three large-scale versions of these unique and team will be exhibiting their paintings. Ongo- will feature artifacts and memorabilia such as org). own. In 1996, author Frye Gaillard was driving drawings, graphics, mixed media works in both of abstract paintings, including her winning 11am-7pm. Contact: 843/740-5854 or at extravagant fashion pieces. Hours: daylight ing - Featuring works by visual art members of the SC Festival of Flowers Princess crown and north on Route 521 in Sumter County when he two and three-dimension, paintings, photography, design, "Scraping the Sky II." The pieces fea- (www.northcharlestonartsfest.com). hours. Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http://www. MAC. Exhibits are offered in collaboration with a coach used in the festivities over the first 30 Lancaster discovered a homemade ballpark and stopped to sculpture, textiles and wood carving, all com- tured in exhibit focus on the concept of “shared northcharleston.org/Residents/Arts-and-Cul- the Metropolitan Arts Council. Hours: Tue.-Fri., years. People are generously sharing their take pictures of the players. He and his partner, pleted by local artists within the past two years, discovery.” Both the drama of extremes and the Median, on International Boulevard near ture) or visit 2-6pm & 2 hr. prior to shows. Contact: MAC at programs, brochures, photos and other items as The Bradley Gallery, James A. Bradley Arts photographer Byron Baldwin, spent the next will be exhibited. This year’s judge is professional serenity of the familiar are addressed in these Charleston Area Convention Center, located at (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). 864/467-3132 or at (www.greenvillearts.com). well as some of the winning creations of the Arts and Sciences Building, USC-Lancaster, 476 season and a half watching and studying the artist Linda Daly Baker of Charleston, SC. May 5 abstract land and sea-inspired scenes. Hours: 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston. May & Craft Show over the years. Hours: Wed.-Sat., Hubbard Dr., Lancaster. Through July 7 - "The Gamecock baseball league of Rembert, SC. The - June 1 - "Winyah Riverkeepers Photo Contest". May 3-7, 10am-5pm & May 8-31, Tue.-Fri., 1 - 31 - "Lion of the Sea" by Madison Bailey. Quarterman’s Lake, at Buist Avenue and TD Bank Gallery, Chamber of Commerace, 24 10am-5pm. Contact: 864/229-7093 or at Many Faces of Me," a journey of growth through teams are comprised only of African-Americans. May 30 - Sept. 3 - "Douglas Balentine: Beyond noon-5pm; Wed., 11am-5pm; and Thur. 11am- A steel frame depicting a large-scale skeleton Spruill Avenue, North Charleston, May 1 - 31 Cleveland Street, Greenville. Through May 12 (http://www.emeraldtriangle.us/museum-railroad-center/). education and culture features the writing and art- Hours: 9am - 4pm. Admission: Yes. Contact: The Horizon". Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm & 7:30pm. Contact: 843/740-5854, or at (http:// of a Pterois, commonly known as a lionfish, - "Concrete Jungle," by Welles Worthen. This - Featuring wall sculptures by Steve Dudar and work of Beckee Garris. This exhibit. It highlights call Mary S. Bell at 843/761-8000 ext 5216, or at Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 843/238-2510 or at (www. www.northcharleston.org/Residents/Arts-and- appears to be partially embedded into the earth sculpture plays on the relationship between paintings by Shannon Dudar, , and Katy Stan- ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Greenwood Garris’s work – as a student, as a Catawba tribal (www.oldsanteecanalpark.org). myrtlebeachartmuseum.org). Culture.aspx) or as if it was left over from prehistoric times. This the natural and the artificial. A hollow concrete berry. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm. Contact: Greenwood Veteran’s Center, 106 Main Street member, and as an artist—during her tenure at (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). species of fish is native to the Indo-Pacific, structure resembling the form of a tree stands MAC at 864/467-3132 or at North, Greenwood. June 2 - 3, from 10am–5- USC Lancaster from 2007 to present. Hours: Mount Pleasant Seacoast Artists Gallery, located at The Market but was introduced to Atlantic waters during at 12 feet tall. From its branches sprout large (www.greenvillearts.com). pm - "SC Festival of Flowers Juried Photography Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Contact: call Brittany Taylor- Common, 3032 Nevers Street, Myrtle Beach. On- North Charleston Performing Arts Center & the 1980s. Since then, they have become ex- “leaves” that serve as planters, housing a va- Exhibit and Contest," featuring photos by youth Driggers at 803/313-7036 or e-mail to (taylorbd@ Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavilion, Mount going - features the works of over 70 local artists Convention Center Complex, hallways and tremely invasive due to the lack of predators in riety of live plants and flowers. Hours: daylight Whole Foods Market, café area, 1140 Wood- and adult photographers from the area. Contact: mailbox.sc.edu). Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry of the Seacoast Artists Guild of South Carolina, various rooms, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North the Atlantic Ocean. This piece is meant to bring hours. Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http://www. ruff Rd., Greenville. Ongoing - Featuring rotat- (www.scfestivalofflowers.org). M. Hallman, Jr. Blvd., under the bridge, Mount a nonprofit visual arts organization dedicated to Charleston. May 3 - 7 - "Fine Art & Photogra- awareness to this current environmental issue. northcharleston.org/Residents/Arts-and-Cul- ing exhibits of works by members of Upstate USC Lancaster Native American Studies Pleasant. Ongoing - The pavilion is a tribute advancing excellence in the visual arts through phy Competitions & Exhibitions". A reception Hours: daylight hours. Contact: 843/740-5854, ture) or visit Visual Arts (changing every 60 days). Hours: Uptown Greenwood Market, 220 Maxwell Ave., Center, 119 South Main Street, Lancaster. Duke to the generations of men and women who teaching, exhibits, workshops and special events. and award announcement will be held on May at (http://www.northcharleston.org/Residents/ (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). Mon.-Thur., 8am-9pm; Fri. & Sat., 8am-10pm Greenwood. June 2 - 3, 9am-4pm - "SC Festival Energy Gallery, Through Mar. 1, 2018 - "Pied- have carried on this African tradition for more Guild membership benefits include monthly 3, from 6-8pm. Fine artists will participate in the Arts-and-Culture) or visit & Sun., 9am-9pm. Contact: 864/232-4433 or at of Flowers Arts and Crafts Show". Over 30 craft- mont American Indian Association’s Tribal Ex- than three centuries. Kiosks and panels tell the meetings, programs & presentations; and oppor- annual North Charleston Arts Fest judged "Fine (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). Riverfront Park, 1001 Everglades Dr., The (www.upstatevisualarts.org). ers are expected to participate offering artwork, hibit". Members of the Piedmont American Indian history of this unique craft, and the open-air tunities to participate in Spring & Fall Art Shows Art Competition & Exhibition" and compete for Navy Yard at Noisette (former Charleston Naval yard art, handmade jewelry, and more. This event Association - Lower Eastern Cherokee Nation facility provides a venue for local basketmak- and Web Gallery. Artwork includes oil, acrylic, cash awards in five categories totaling up to Median, in front of Jerry Zucker Middle School, Base), North Charleston. May 1 - Mar. 25, 2018 Greenwood is an original event to the Festival, and the new of South Carolina have put together an exhibit ers to display and sell their wares. Hours: daily, watercolor, fiber art, mixed media, clay, metal $6,000. Categories include acrylic, oil, draw- located at 6401 Dorchester Road, North - "2017/18 National Outdoor Sculpture Competi- location is expected to attract quality vendors and that represents their tribe, history, and culture. 9am-5pm. Contact: 800/774-0006 or at (www. engraved jewelry, sculpture, assemblage, and ing/pastel, watercolor, and 2-D mixed media. Charleston. May 1 - 31 - "Diverse Harmony" by tion & Exhibition," juried by Robin Salmon, Vice Edgefield and Greenwood Counties, May exhibitors. Contact: Curated by Chief Gene Norris and Victoria Nor- townofmountpleasant.com). fine art photography. Art classes and workshops Awards will be at the sole discretion of the Kristen Hurlburt. Repetition, rhythm, playful- President of Art & Historical Collections and 6-7 - "2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour and Sale," (www.scfestivalofflowers.org). ris, this exhibit is the second at the Center to be offered. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm and Sun., judge, Veronica Kessenich, an Atlanta, GA, na- ness, and perspective are central to this Curator of Sculpture at Brookgreen Gardens in featuring potters from Edgefield Area Clay Guild curated by one of the South Carolina tribes. Rose Myrtle Beach / Grand Strand noon-6pm. Contact: 843.232.7009, e-mail at tive. Professional and Amateur Photographers abstract installation. Constructed primarily of Murrells Inlet, SC. Hours: daylight hours. Contact: and Greenwood Area Studio Potters. Studios on Hartsville Gallery, Through Feb. 1, 2018 - "Clay Pit to Fire ([email protected]) or at will participate in the annual North Charleston colorfully painted and organically shaped rebar, 843/740-5854 or at (http://www.northcharleston. the tour include Phoenix Factory’s Old Edge- Pit: From the Beginning to the End," featuring Chapin Park, 1400 Kings Hwy and 16th Ave. N., (www.seacoastartistsguild.com). Arts Fest judged "Photography Competition the sculpture appears different from every org/Residents/Arts-and-Culture.aspx). field Pottery, Edgefield Clay Studio, PKPottery Black Creek Arts Center, 116 West College an exhibit of works by Keith Brown’s artist-in- Myrtle Beach. 2017 Dates include: June 24 & & Exhibition" and compete for cash awards angle. The varying sizes and colors represent and Edgefield Clay Works. The tour will be held Ave., Hartsville. Jean & James Fort Gallery, residence. Funded, in part, by the South Carolina 25; Oct. 7 & 8; and Nov. 4 & 5 - "45th Annual Art North Charleston in two categories totaling $1,450. Categories diversity, while the patterned placement creates Traffic Circle, at Wescott Boulevard and Oak on Saturday, May 6th, from 10am to 5pm and T - ". Ongoing - Featuring works by local and re- Arts Commission, the Native American Studies in the Park - Show & Sale," sponsored by Wac- include color and monochrome. Awards will be a sense of harmony. Hours: daylight hours. Forest Boulevard, North Charleston, May 1 - 31 on Sunday, May 7th, from noon. to 5pm. The gional artists. Hours: Tue.-Thur., 10am-1pm and Center’s artist-in-residence program allows the camaw Arts and Crafts Guild. We will have over Locations throughout North Charleston, at the sole discretion of the judge, Rick Rho- Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http://www.north- - "Jelly-Anemone Hybrid" by Grace Harrison. Groundhog kiln, located on Crest Road, will be 2-5pm; Fri., 10am-2pm and 1st Sat. of the month NASC to bring in Native American Artists to work 60 artists from the East Coast, as far away as May 3 - 7 - "2017 North Charleston Arts Fest," des. Rhodes earned degrees in Commercial charleston.org/Residents/Arts-and-Culture) or The artist’s fascination with aquatic life com- fired the week of the tour, opening Saturday 10am-1pm. Contact: 843/332-6234 or at (www. within our galleries providing demonstrations and TN, with about 20 of those artists from our local a five-day celebration of the arts offers some- Photography and Color Technology at Brooks visit (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). bined with an imaginative and playful approach morning at 9am. There will be five raffle pottery blackcreekarts.org). lectures for students and visitors. This exhibition area. Typical art will include paintings, woodwork- thing for everyone. Now entering its 35th year, Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, CA, to the scientific ideas of biodiversity and evolu- pieces for the 2017 Heritage Trail Pottery Tour showcases the work completed during our third ing, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, the five day event has matured into one of the and Southeast Center for Photographic Studies North Charleston City Hall, 2500 City Hall tion result in a 10-foot tall interpretation of a and Sale. Tickets will be available at each of Hartsville Museum and Sculpture Courtyard, residency with Keith “Little Bear” Brown, along pottery, leather and stone. Free admission. Child most comprehensive arts festival in the state, in Daytona Beach, FL. Contact: 843/740-5854 Lane, North Charleston. 1st & 2nd floors, May hybrid between a jellyfish and a sea anemone. the studios participating in the tour. You choose 222 North Fifth Street, corner of Fifth Street and with complimentary pieces from his portfolio that and Pet Friendly! For info call JoAnne Utterback, drawing thousands of residents and visitors or visit (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). 1 - June 23 - "11th Annual African American Fiber Solar-powered spotlights incorporated into the which piece you would like to win! There will Home Avenue, Hartsville. Ongoing - Housed in influenced the pottery created at the Center.O n- 843/446-3830 or at to experience the talents of national, regional, Art Exhibition (2017) – Move On Up & Reach the piece add an ethereal quality that helps the also be a drawing from all those who have their a 1930’s Post Office Building, the museum has going - The Center is 15,000 square foot facility (www.artsyparksy.com). and local artists and performers in the areas North Charleston Performing Arts Center Higher Ground," curated by Torreah “Cookie” viewer to envision the possibility of an obscure clay passports stamped at all of the different kept many of the unique architectural features of in historic downtown Lancaster. Guests will have of Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, Crafts, & Convention Center Complex, Exhibit Hall Washington. A lecture and exhibition tour will be and captivating aquatic world in which such pottery locations and a prize given to the winner. the building. The skylight, original to the building, the opportunity to tour the NAS Center’s gallery Valor Memorial Park, 1120 Farrow Parkway, Photography, Media Arts, and Literature. Nearly A, May 3 - 7 - "SC Palmetto Hands Fine Craft offered on May 5, from noon-2pm, with a recep- a creature could exist. Hours: daylight hours. For more information and a map to the various has been retrofitted with stained glass panels de- spaces, archives, classrooms, and archaeology, The Market Common, Myrtle Beach. Valor 200 festival offerings are scheduled to take Competition & Exhibition," juried by Michael tion offered from 6-8pm. African American fiber Contact: 843/740-5854, at (http://www.north- sites, please visit us on Facebook at HeritageT- picting the flora and fauna significant to the area. language, and audio-visual labs. Home to the Park, at The Market Common, in Myrtle Beach. place in a variety of venues throughout North Haga. A reception and awards cermony will be artists from across the nation will participate in charleston.org/Residents/Arts-and-Culture) or railPotteryTourSale or contact Paula Bowers at The Sculpture Courtyard added in 2000 features world’s largest collection of Catawba Indian pot- Nov. 11 & 12 - "Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Charleston and the surrounding area, includ- held on May 3, from 6-8pm. Fine craft artists and this exhibition, a component of the 2017 North visit (http://northcharlestonartsfest.com/). 803/336-4666. many different types of sculpture. The Showcase tery, the NAS Center will offer exhibits of regional Guild's 45th Annual Art in the Park". We will ing libraries, community centers, schools, civic artisans from across South Carolina are welcome Charleston Arts Fest. The theme for this year’s Gallery presents special exhibits focusing on Native American Art, classes and programs have over 60 artists from the East Coast and auditoriums, and parks. The Arts Festival Main to submit an application for participation in an- exhibition is inspired by the music of the 1970’s Orangeburg Landscaped areas in Uptown Greenwood, history, the arts or present day events. Hours: focused on Native American history, culture, as far away as Tennessee with about 20 of Event, held on Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, nual South Carolina Palmetto Hands Fine Craft that sought to unify and lift the spirit of our na- June 1 - 30 - "Signature Topiaries". When it Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm (closed from noon-1pm on archaeology, folklore, and language. Hours: Tue., those artists from our local area. Typical art will May 7, at the North Charleston Performing Competition & Exhibition. As the state’s only fine tion, specifically songs such as Stevie Wonder’s I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium, comes to flowers, everyone loves the topiar- Fri.) and Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: 843/383-3005 Wed., Fri., & Sat., 10am-5pm; Thur., 10am-7pm; include paintings, woodworking, photography, Arts Center and Charleston Area Convention craft competition and exhibition, objects juried "Higher Ground" and "Move On Up by Curtis SC State University, 287 Geathers Street, Or- ies—from the majestic elephant to the dabbling or at (www.hartsvillemuseum.org). of Mon. by appt only. Contact: 803/313-7172 or jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone. Center, offers free admission and parking to into the exhibit may compete for cash prizes Mayfield". The challenge for this special exhibit angeburg. Ongoing - "The Influence of James ducks to the Safari Jeep. You will be astonished visit (http://usclancaster.sc.edu/NAS/). No admission charge. Child and Pet Friendly! more than 40 performances on four themed totaling up to $6,500. Artists also have the option is for artists to create a fiber work, such as an art Brown: His Imprint on Music, Dance, Style and to see the variety of sculpture sizes, plants, Contact: JoAnne Utterback at 843/446-3830 or stages: General Audience, Cultural Heritage, of offering their work for consideration to tour the quilt, doll, wearable art piece, etc., that explores Politics". In 2008, the Stanback was selected to colors and textures. In all, 42 unique “living” (www.artsyparksy.com). Bands, and Youth Entertainment. Other fea- state through the South Carolina State Museum’s the ideas of creating a better world, journeying preserve the legacy of James Brown, when mu- creations are uniquely set in landscaped areas tures include judged fine art and photography Traveling Exhibitions Program following close toward self-awareness, and ascending to a posi- seum curators were invited to Brown’s Estate in in Uptown Greenwood during the 50th Anni- exhibits; the "16th annual South Carolina of the exhibition. Hours: May 4 - 7, 10am-5pm. tion of loving acceptance of all people. 3rd floor, continued on Page 45 continued on Page 46 Page 44 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 45 by students from Fewell Park Art Classes. The Campus of University of South Carolina Up- Head. Ongoing - Featuring works by Terry sculpture. The work represented by the gallery exhibit features works by art students enrolled in state, 800 University Way, Spartanburg. Ongo- Brennan, Bob Berman, Peggy Carvell, Laura spans two generations of contemporary artists watercolor and wet medium painting classes at ing - "USC Upstate Outdoor Sculpture Collec- Cody, Diane Dean, Cheryl Eppolito, Ed Funk, trained, in the most prestigious ateliers in Flor- SC Institutional Galleries the Fewell Park Recreation Center. Hours: M-F, tion". Available to viewers year-round, these 13 SC Institutional Galleries David Knowlton, Marilyn McDonald, Daurus ence, Italy, to use the classical, realist techniques continued from Page 45 9am-5pm. Contact: 803/329-7079. works can be seen in front of the Campus Life continued from Page 46 Niles, Linda Patalive, Jim Renauer, Patti of European Old Master artists: oil paintings and Center, the Humanities and Performing Arts Elements of Craft". Artists and craftsmen from all Seldes, Michael Smalls, Ellen Blair Rogers, drawings by Ben Long, as well as his studies for Beech Island, SC, to retrieve items for preser- Spartanburg Center, the Horace C. Smith Science Building, ing - Featuring work of nearly 450 of the SC's over the state will sit on the porch of the center Steve White, Pat Wilcox, Caroll Williams and fresco; including Charleston artist Jill Hooper’s vation. The collection boasts an impressive list Gallery at Applewood House of Pancakes, Tukey Theatre and the Kathryn Hicks Visual leading artists. The Center offers educational creating their artwork. This event takes place Irene K. Williamson. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5- still lifes and recent figure work; and many works of items that capture the life and legacy of the 14361 Ocean Highway, Litchfield Beach. Ongo- Downtown Spartanburg, May 18, 5-9pm - Arts Center. While the majority of the outdoor and interpretive displays of Southern folklife. Its every 3rd Sat. of each month 11am-3pm. Hours: pm. Contact: 843/757-5590. by teachers of the Florence Academy, including ‘Hardest Working Man in Show Business.’ The ing - features works of accomplished local artists "Art Walk Spartanburg". Held on the 3rd Thur., sculptures belong to internationally acclaimed mission is to enhance the appreciation and un- Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., 1-6pm. Contact: its founder Daniel Graves. Also, represented collection features costumes, clothing, instru- and photographers who are members of the Sea- of every month art galleries and art spaces in artist Bob Doster, other artists included are Jim derstanding of the rich cultural heritage of South 843/549-0011 or at (http://www.scartisanscenter. Preston Pottery Studio, 10 Church Street, Bluff- are the figurative monotypes from the estate of ments, unpublished photographs, early cuts of coast Artists Guild of South Carolina dedicated to downtown Spartanburg will open their doors. Gallucci, Daingerfiled Ashton, Winston Wingo, Carolina. Also - "Handmade: A Celebration of the com/). ton. Ongoing - Featuring above average pottery deceased German Modernist Otto Neumann vinyl recordings, handwritten music, awards, advancing excellence in the visual arts through Participating are: Spartanburg Art Museum, Dan Millspaugh, Adam Walls, and Hanna since 1973 by Jacob Preston. Hours: Tue.-Sat., (1895 – 1975). Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11-5pm and by trophies and more. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm teaching, exhibits, workshops, art shows & sales. Artists' Guild of Spartanburg Gallery, HUB-BUB Jubran. Cell phone tour info at (864-607-9224). 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/757-3084. appt. Contact: 843/577-0447 or at (www.annlong- or by appt. Contact: 803/536-7174 or at (http:// Hours: daily 6am - 2pm. Contact: at showroom, Carolina Gallery, and West Main For more info contact Jane Nodine at 864/503- fineart.com). www.scsu.edu/researchoutreach/ipstanback- (www.seacoastartistsguild.com). Artists Cooperative. For m ore information call 5838 or e-mail to ([email protected]). Camden museumandplanetarium.aspx). 864/585-3335 or visit (www.carolinagalleryart. Artizom Framing & Gallery, 334 E. Bay Street, Richburg com). Headquarters Library, Spartanburg County SC Commercial Galleries Artists’ Attic, 930 S Broad St., Camden. Suite J, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring the Lusty Gallery, Orangeburg County Fine Arts Public Libraries, 151 South Church Street, Ongoing - Featuring a new frame shop and contemporary artwork of Jackie and Charles Center, Edisto Memorial Gardens, 649 Riverside Olde English District Visitors Center & Mar- Chapman Cultural Center, 200 East St. John Spartanburg. AT&T Exhibition Lobby, Ongo- Aiken / North Augusta Rhett Gallery, 901 Bay St., Beaufort. Ongoing - Saturday hours, along with our regular gallery, Ailstock. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm or by appt. Drive, Orangeburg. Ongoing - Featuring a per- ket, 3200 Commerce Drive, Suite A, Richburg. Street, Spartanburg. Sundays from 1-5pm - ing - Displaying exhibitions year round ranging Featuring prints and paintings of the Lowcountry and cooperative open studios shared by 8 Contact: 843/723-3726 or at (www.artizom.com). manent display of works by Coan Culler, Pernille Ongoing - This is your one stop shop for finding "Sundays Unplugged". All of the exhibits are from art exhibits to local history to nationwide Lee-Johnston Originals and Art, 401 W. by four generations of artists, wildfowl carvings professional artists working in various medi- Dake, Betty Edmonds, Elsie Fogle, Michiko specialty food products, art (pottery, jewelry, etc.) open and most are free, including Spartanburg exhibits of varying topics. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Martintown Rd., on the courtyard of the North by William Means Rhett, antique prints & maps, ums. Including Dot Goodwin, Jane Hannon, Atelier Gallery Charletson, 153 King Street, Johnston, Zita Mellon, Barbara Townsend, Isaiah and many other local, unique items from our Art Museum, Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg 9am-9pm; Sat., 9am-6pm; and Sun., 1:30-6- Hills Shopping Center, Suite 10, North Augusta. Audubons, and Civil war material. Hours: Mon.- Ann Starnes, Emily Houde, Kathy Redner, Charleston. Ongoing - The gallery’s focus is to Zagar, and local schoolchildren. Hours: Mon.- region. We also carry a variety of South Carolina Gallery, Student Galleries, Spartanburg County pm. Contact: Miranda Mims Sawyer by e-mail Ongoing - Featuring hand-produced fine and Sat., 9am-5:30pm; Sun. 11am-2pm. Contact: Benira Sutphin, Tari Federer, and Deb Maza. support and promote a variety of artists, from Thur., 8:30am-4:30pm & Fri., 8:30am-noon. Con- souvenirs. Hours: daily, 9am-5pm. Contact: History Museum, and Spartanburg Science at ([email protected]) or call 864/285- decorative art, ranging from limited-edition 843/524-3339 or at (www.rhettgallery.com). Commissions are accepted. Hours: Mon.-Fri., the Southeastern region, while merging the clas- tact: Elizabeth Thomas at 803/536-4074 or at 803/385-6800 or at (www.oldeenglishmarket.com). Center. In addition, local artists sell their 9091. The Upper Level Gallery (adminis- photographic prints to hand-stitched quilts, by 10am-4pm; Sat., 10am-3pm and by appt. Con- sics with the moderns. Traditional portraits and (http://ocfac.net/). artwork in the Zimmerli Plaza at the Sunday Art trative office on the 3rd floor), Ongoing - local and regional artists, including: Nancy B. The Craftseller, 818 Bay St., Beaufort. Ongo- tact: 803/432-9955 or e-mail at (tarifederer@ landscapes are displayed alongside contempo- Ridge Spring Market. And, as a final added attraction, a local Display local artisans artwork. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Smith, R.R. Frazier, and Joni-Dee Ross. The ing - Featuring unique works by American earthlink.net). rary canvases and sculptures. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Pawleys Island, Litchfield & Murrells Inlet musician provides a free mini-concert 2-4 p.m. 9am-5pm. Contact: Miranda Mims Sawyer by ga llery also carries books and original greeting artists in pottery, jewelry, metal, glass, textiles, 10am-6pm. Contact: 843/722-5668 or at (www. Art Association of Ridge Spring Gallery, Art Contact: call 864/542-2787. e-mail at ([email protected]) or call cards. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm or by appt. wood, painting and kaleidoscopes. Hours: Dovetails, 645 Rutledge Street, Camden. Ongo- theateliergalleries.com). Center in Ridge Spring, located behind the Ridge 864./285-9091. Contact: 803/8198533. Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm and Sun., noon-4pm. ing - Featuring custom bench crafted furniture Spring Civic Center, 108 Maintenance Shop Justine V.R. "Nita" Milliken Wing, Milliken Contact: 843/525-6104 or at by Jim Rose. Each piece is made by hand to Atrium Art Gallery, 61 Queen Street, Charles- Circle, Ridge Spring. Ongoing - Featuring works Fine Arts Building, Converse College, Spar- Great Oaks Hall, Roger Milliken Science Cen- The Artists' Parlor, 126 Laurens Street, N.W., (www.craftseller.com). the client’s specifications. Jim works in a variety ton. Ongoing - The gallery’s open beautiful in a variety of media by: Ron Buttler, Sammy tanburg. Ongoing - Featuring a collection of ter, Wofford College, Spartanburg. Through Aiken. Ongoing - Featuring fine American crafts of woods including heart pine, walnut, cypress, space in an historic Charleston building shows Clark, Christie Dunbar, Donna Minor, Joanne 52 prints, given by Spartanburg resident Frank May 16 - "7th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibi- and art objects. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-5- Belton maple, and cherry. Jim also works in exotic the works from over 10 artists offering contem- Crouch, Gloria Grizzle, Donna Hatcher, Linda Toms which includes works by Joan Miro, Sal- tion". This exhibit is composed by Wofford :30pm. Contact: 803/648-4639. woods form South America and Africa. Visitors porary, abstract, realism, landscape, lowcountry Lake, Samantha McClure, Danny O’Driscoll, vador Dali, Alexander Calder, Helmut Newton student submissions of artwork created since Carlene Shuler Brown Gallery, 3605 Old can watch individual pieces of furniture being and photography. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Gwen Power, Deborah Reeves, Mary Rogers, and others. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Con- January 2016. The juror for this year’s exhibi- Wild Hare Pottery, 1627 Georgia Avenue at the Williamston Road, Belton. Ongoing - Original built. Every piece has its own personality and Contact: 843/973-3300 or at (www.atriumartgal- Emily Short, Marion Webb, and Barbara Yon. tact: 864/596-9181 or e-mail at (artdesign@ tion is Jane Nodine, professor of art at the corner of Alpine Avenue, N. Augusta. Ongoing - watercolor paintings and prints by Carlene Shuler becomes an instant heirloom. Hours: Mon.-Sat., lery.com). Hours: Fri. & Sat., 10am-4pm or by appt. Contact: converse.edu). University of South Carolina Upstate. Hours: Featuring handcrafted pottery in porcelain, earth- Brown. Also acrylic collages and paper collages 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 770/330-5000 or 803/685-5003, 803/685-5620 or at (http://sites. Mon.-Fri., 8am-6pm. Contact: Laura H. Corbin enware, stoneware, and raku by David Stuart. using stained papers, oriental papers and lace 803/446-3124. Ben Ham Images, 416 King Street, Charleston. google.com/site/artassnridgespring/Home). Spartanburg Art Museum, Chapman Cultural by e-mail to ([email protected]) or call Hours: M-F, 10am-5pm. (Call ahead.) Contact: papers by Carlene Shuler Brown. Commis- Ongoing - Ben Ham Images recently expanded Arts Center, 200 East St. John Street, Spar- 864/597-4180. 803/279-7813. sioned paintings Painting and drawing classes Northlight Studio, 607 Rutledge Street, to its new 2200 square feet of elegant gallery Rock Hill tanburg. Through June 4 - "Is Art Work?," are offered. Custom framing is offered also. Camden. Ongoing - Featuring works by Laurie space in Charleston. Located downtown in the featuring a group exhibition featuring five artists Summerville Anderson Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: McIntosh. Hours: by appt. Contact: 803/319- “Upper” King Street design district amidst world Center for the Arts, 121 East Main St., Rock Hill. whose work is meticulous, meditative, or labori- 864/225-3922. 2223 or at (www.LaurieMcIntoshArt.com). class shopping and restaurants, the Charles- Dalton Gallery, May 5 - June 11 - "Traces," fea- ous: artworks that require hard work. Each of ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Summerville Brushstrokes, 1029 S. McDuffie St., Ander- ton gallery is truly an unique experience that turing works by Jim Frazer and Sandy Singletary. the pieces in this exhibition required dozens, if Azalea Park, Main Street and West Fifth Street son. Ongoing - Uniquely painted furniture, faux Bluffton Rutledge Street Gallery, 508 Rutledge St., transports you on a spectacular journey. Hours: A reception will be held on May 11, from 5:30-7- not hundreds, of hours to produce. The central South, Summerville. Ongoing - Featuring 21 finishes and original artwork featuring the works Camden. Ongoing - Featuring original works of Sun.-Mon., noon-5pm and Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm. :30pm. Frazer’s work evolved to incorporate the myth of the artist in our culture is that of the pieces of sculpture in Summerville's permanent of Pamela Tillinghast Sullivan. Hours: Mon.-Tues. Calhoun Street Gallery, 44 Calhoun Street, art from regional and national artists includ- Contact: 843/410-1495 or at (http://benhamim- patterns in his art. His images present the pat- “starving artist”, whose labor is so undervalued outdoor collection donated by Sculpture in the or by appt.; Wed.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm. Contact: Bluffton. Ongoing - Featuring SC artists Mi- ing Clara Blalock, Elizabeth Barber, Anne Biv- ages.com/). terns individually, as artifacts: beautiful signatures that he or she cannot even afford to eat. Yet South and a few others in other locations in 864/261-3751. chael Story and Jane Word, and local Bluffton ens, Yong Chu Chang, Marjorie Greene, Joyce which, in nature, ultimately spell destruction. we all consume what artists produce – art – Summerville. One of the sculptures is located in artists Robert Sefton, Judith Beckler, Jay Ke- Hall, Seth Haverkamkp, Carrie Payne, John Bird's I View Gallery, 119-A Church St., Charles- Sandy Singletary’s artistic process begins with on a daily basis. The design of our clothing, Hutchinson Park, Summerville’s Town Square. Beaufort Area naga, Linda Schwartz, Rima Bartkiene, as well Pototschnik, Bob Ransley, Dennis Snell, Maci ton. Ongoing - Featuring originals and prints of observational walks in nature. During these walks the shape of our homes, the expressions and Hours: daylight hours. Contact: 843/851-7800 or as 18th & 19th century antique art, and many Scheuer, and many more. Chinese Antique bird life by Anne Worsham Richardson, as well her mind begins to clear, and a shift in thoughts idioms we use to communicate, the caskets we at (www.sculptureinthesouth.com). Bay St. Gallery, 719 Bay St., Beaufort. Ongo- more. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm & Sun., Furniture Pieces. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. as works by Nancy Rushing, Alice Grimsley, and allows free association of creative ideas based will be buried in when we die: all are the work ing - Offering original works focusing on many noon-3pm. Contact: 843/837-4434 or at (www. Contact: 803/425-0071 or at (www.rutledg- Detta Cutting Zimmerman. Hours: Mon.-Sat., on what she observes. Perimeter and Edmund of artists of one kind or another. Why is a group Sumter different aspects of what is best about the Low- redschoolhouseantiques.com). estreetgallery.com). 10am-5pm. Contact 843/723-1276, 843/766- Work by Glenna Goodacre D. Lewandowski Classroom Galleries, May 5 that is at work in every sector of our society country and celebrating the beautiful fragility of 2108 or at (www.anneworshamrichardson.com). - June 11 - Featuring works by Susan Ludvigson, so marginalized? The exhibition challenges this unique wetlands area. A variety of media, Four Corners Art Gallery and Fine Framing, Charleston Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Garden and the Compass Prep Student Photo Exhibit. viewers to consider the production of art as a oil, acrylic, pastel, printmaking and sculpture 1263 May River Rd.,Historic District, Bluffton. Blue Heron Glass, 1714 Old Towne Rd., Drive, US 17, south of Murrells Inlet. May 5, Hours: Mon.-Thur., 9am-6pm; Fri., 9am-5pm; and repetitive, highly focused course of action, and sensitively interprets and conveys the essence Ongoing - Featuring works by 12 artists with Broad Street, Charleston. May 5, 5-7pm - Northbridge Shopping Center near T-Bonz starting at 7pm - "Friends Fine Art Auction," on 2nd and 4th weekends, Sat., 10am-2pm; & calls attention to the often unseen labor behind of coastal SC. Artists include Jim Draper, Su- an especially local flavor.The works are in "First Fridays on Broad," featuring an artwalk Steak House, Charleston. Ongoing - Whether presented by Morris & Whiteside Auctions, LLC, Sun., 2-4pm. Contact: 803/ 328-2787 or at (http:// every work of art. Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue.- san Graber, Lana Hefner, Mandy Johnson, Su- acrylic,oil, mixed media, pen and ink, pottery with the following galleries: Ellis-Nicholson by commissioning an exquisite stained glass benefiting The Friends of Brookgreen Gardens. www.yorkcountyarts.org/). Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun.,1-5pm; and till 9pm on san Mayfield, Marcy Dunn Ramsey, and Taylor and wire sculture.A real treat.We have a fine Gallery, Edward Dare Gallery, COCO VIVO, panel for home or office, stocking up on hard- Featuring a selection of life-size bronzes by inter- 3rd Thur. of each month. Closed on national Nicole Turner. South Carolina's finest collection collection of custom picture frame mouldings Mary Martin Fine Art, Spencer Galleries, Ella to-find supplies for the glass artist, or select- nationally renowned sculptor Glenna Goodacre McLaurin Hall, Oakland Ave., Winthrop Univer- holidays. Contact: 864/582-7616 or at (www. of sweetgrass baskets compliments the other and an experienced staff to work with anything Walton Richardson Fine Art, and Martin Gallery. ing the perfect gift, Blue Heron Glass is truly and other American paintings and sculptures. sity, Rock Hill. Lewandowski Student Gallery, spartanburgartmuseum.org). works. Hours: Mon-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: from the unusual to the museum treated piece. Contact: Jeannette Nicholson at 843/722-5353 a place where light and color blend through A preview and reception will be held May 5, Through May 5 - "Interior Design Senior Exhibi- 843/522-9210 or at (www.baystgallery.com). Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm & Sat., 11am- or at (http://www.charlestongalleryrow.com/). imagination. We offer a wide variety of classes. from 5:30-7pm. By reservations only by calling tion". 3rd Floor McLaurin Student Gallery, UPSTATE Gallery on Main, 172 E. Main 2pm. Contact: 843/757-8185. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-6pm, & Sat., 10am-3- 843/235-6016 or e-mail at (tbelanger@brook- Through May 5 - "MFA Thesis Exhibition Part III," Street, Spartanburg. May 9 - June 30 - "UP/ Charles Street Gallery, 914 Charles Street, @ Throughout Historic downtown Charleston. pm.Contact: 843/769/7299, or at (www.blue- green.org). Internet bidding via (www.invaluable. featuring works by Kevin Kempisty. The “2017 STATE," featuring a selection of recent works Charles & Greene Street, Beaufort. Ongoing - La Petite Gallerie, 56 Calhoun Street, adjacent May 5, 5-8pm - "Charleston Gallery Associa- heron-glass.com). com). Further info at 843/785-2318 or at (www. Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Thesis Exhibition” fea- by the twelve members of Southern Expo- Located in a lovingly restored building, we offer to “The Store” in that charming and historic tion Art Walk". Art galleries around Charleston hiltonheadartauction.com). A partial lists of art- tures new work by artists completing their MFA sure, Spartanburg’s oldest artist cooperative. custom framing and handcrafted furniture, and building Bluffton. Ongoing - Featuring works will be buzzing with artists and art lovers. More Carolina Clay Gallery, Freshfields Village, ists to be included are: Sigmund Abeles, Kim graduate program in the Department of Fine Arts. A reception for the artists will be held on May feature exhibits by local artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., by five local artists that have combined forces than 40 galleries participate in this quarterly 565 Freshfields Dr., located at the intersec- English, Mark Horton, Alfred Hutty, Karin Jurick, Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm. Contact: Tom Stanley at 18. from 5-8pm during Spartanburg ArtWalk. 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-3pm. Contact: 843/521- to show their work. It is “an intimate little gallery event. Galleries offer refreshments, music and tion of Seabrook and Kiawah Islands, 15 miles Dan McCaw., Anne Worsham Richardson, Rhett 803/323-2493 or at (www.winthrop.edu/arts). The featured artists include founding Southern 9054 or at (www.thecharlesstreetgallery.com). with fine local art,” as the owners proclaim. It a unique opportunity to meet their artists. For a south of Charleston, Johns Island. Ongoing Thurman, and Stephen Scott Young. Ongoing Exposure members Carol Augthun, Jes- features works in oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor calendar of official CGA Art Walk dates and a - Carolina Clay Gallery features the work of - "Lowcountry: Change and Continuity," a major The Rock Hill Pottery Center, Getty’s Art sica Barnes, Claire Miller Hopkins, and Amy I. Pinckney Simons Gallery, LLC, 711 Bay and mixed media by Peggy Duncan, Emily Wil- downloadable map of participating galleries go over 100 North and South Carolina potters and new exhibit, tells the story of human interaction Center, 201 East Main Street, in Old Town Rock Goldstein-Rice, as well as current members Street, historic downtown Beaufort. Ongoing son, Don Nagel, Margaret Crawford and Murray to (www.charlestongalleryassociation.com). glass artists. Also available are the wonderful, with this land over the centuries. It features wall Hill. Ongoing - Featuring works by Bob Hasselle, Ann Wenz, Cynthia Link, Doris Turner, Linda - Featuring fine artists of the South since 1979; Sease. There is also lovely blown glass art by whimsical life size copper frogs of Charles and size photomurals by SC naturalist photographer Christine White, Katherine Petke, Hope Fregerio, Hudgins, Sara Dame Setzer, AliceKay Mc- paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and mosaic masks. the Savannah artists at Lowcountry Glass, and Anglin-Smith Fine Art, 9 Queen Street, corner Zan Smith. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10am-8pm, & Tom Blagden, along with a range of artifacts and Brian Schauer. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm Millan, Dwight Rose, and David Zacharias. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-4:30pm, & Sat., 11am-3- whimsical and soulful clay pieces by sculp- of Queen & State Streets, Charleston. Ongo- Sun., 11am-6pm. Contact: 843/243-0043 or at tracing the history of man's occupation of this and Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: call 803/370-8109 Ongoing - The gallery is dedicated to con- Work by William Paul Thomas pm. Contact: 843/379-4774 or at (www.ipsgallery. tor Toby Wolter. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. ing - Featuring original works by Betty Anglin (www.carolinaclaygallery.com). extraordinary landscape. General Gardens, On- or find then on Facebook. temporary and original exhibitions that include com). Contact: 843/304-2319 or e-mail at (lapetitegal- Smith, Jennifer Smith Rogers, Tripp Smith, going - One of the largest collections of outdoor selections from the permanent collection by art- Sumter County Gallery of Art, Sumter County [email protected]). Shannon Smith Hughes, Kim English, Darrell Carolina Antique Maps and Prints LLC, 91 sculpture in America. This preeminent collection Winthrop University Galleries, Rutledge Build- ists Andy Warhol, Jerry Uelsmann and Beatrice Cultural Center, 135 Haynesworth St., Sumter. Indigo Gallery, 809 Bay St., Beaufort. Ongo- Davis, Colin Page, Carl Plansky, and Victor Church St., Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring of American representational sculpture includes - ing, Winthrop University, Rock Hill. Rutledge Riese. Hours: Tue.-Sat., noon-5pm or by appt. Through June 23 - "Loved Ones," featuring ing - Featuring a gallery of fine art, including Maye River Gallery, 37 Calhoun St., Bluff- Chiarizia. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. Antique Maps and Prints from the 16th to the 560 works by 240 artists - representing such well- Gallery, Through June 30 - "29th Annual Under- Contact: Jane Allen Nodine, director by e-mail works by William Paul Thomas and "Muslims a unique selection of paintings by local and ton. Ongoing - Featuring works by painters 1-5pm. Contact: 843/853-0708 or at 19th century. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm or known artists as Charles Parks, Daniel Chester graduate Juried Exhibition". Each spring, current at ([email protected]), call 864/503- Are Awesome," featuring works by Saba Taj. regional artists. Represented are: Sandra Bag- Cindy Chiappetta, Jo Dye, Anne Hakala, Judy (www.anglinsmith.com). by appt. Contact: 843/722-4773 or at (www. French, Carl Milles, August Saint-Gaudens and Winthrop University students are eligible to sub- 5838, or Mark Flowers, exhibits coordinator by These are unusual times to be an artist and gette, Alison Crossman, Gloria Dalvini, Janet Saylor McElynn, Audrey Montgomery, Joyce carolinaantiqueprints.com). Anna Hyatt Huntington. Hours: daily, 9:30am-5- mit their recent work to the Undergraduate Juried e-mail at ([email protected]), or call the recent presidential election has left many Mozley, and Polly Swenson. Also: Peter Pette- Nagel, Mary Grayson Segars, Barbara Snow pm. Admission: Yes. Admission to Brookgreen Exhibition. This exhibition is as an opportunity for 864/503-5848. people feeling vulnerable and unwelcome grew, Kelley Sanford & Liz Reitz. Fine custom and Kathy Tortorella work in a wide variety of Cecil Byrne Gallery, 140 East Bay Street, is good for seven days. Contact: 843/235-6000 , students to have their work selected by a promi- in their own country. Both Thomas and Taj framing is also available. Hours: Mon.-Sat., mediums including Oil, Watermedia, Printmak- Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring fine art from 800-849-1931, or at (www.brookgreen.org). nent regional juror to exhibit in a professional gal- West Main Artists Cooperative, 578 West belong to communities that are experiencing 10am-5pm. Contact: Janet Deaton 843/524- ing, Collage and Mixed Media, while expressing leading impressionist artists, as well as artisan lery setting. Open to students in the department Main St., Spartanburg. May 18 - June 10 - "Re- a heightened sense of anxiety as their status 1036. equally divergent points of view. Also part of the made pottery and furnishings. Visit us online ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Litchfield & Murrells Inlet of fine arts and the department of design, this siduals," by founding member Addam Duncan, as Americans is questioned. Karen Watson, group, Marci Tressel, resident photographer; or in person to see the work of painters Liz Belin Memorial United Methodist Church, yearly exhibition showcases Winthrop’s brightest "Explorations In Wax," by Terry Jarrard-Di- Director of the Sumter County Gallery of Art Longo Gallery, 103 Charles Street, Beaufort. Earline Allen, porcelain artist; two jewelers: Haywood-Sullivan, Jeanne Rosier Smith, Mike Highway 17-Business, Murrells Inlet. May 6, talent from areas such as painting, sculpture, jew- mond, and "Calming Rhythm: Washing the Soul observes, “it is more important than ever to pro- Ongoing - Featuring new works including paint- Susan Knight, silversmith and Paulette Bennett, Beeman, Cecilia Murray, Ann Watcher, Sue 9am-4pm - "21st Annual Blessing of the Inlet". elry/metals, printmaking, interior design, illustra- Clean," by Converse College students Christine vide an opportunity for the voices and visions of ings, collages and constructions by Eric Longo & lamp work bead artist, as well as Donna Ireton, Gilkey, and James Nelson Lewis. Museum The event was first started 21 years ago to tion, and photography. Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Swetenburg and Nancy Vaughn. A reception these artists to be seen and heard. The Sumter sculptures by Suzanne Longo. Hours: Mon.-Sat., contemporary basket maker and newest mem- quality pottery items from artists Susan Barrett create a festival filled with worship, food, fun, Gallery, Through May 5 - "MFA Thesis Exhibi- will be hel don May 18, from 5-9pm. Ongoing - County Gallery of Art is committed to present- 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/522-8933. ber, Laura Burcin, fiber artist. Hours: Mon.-Sat., and Liz Kinder are complemented by amazing family and fellowship that was highlighted by tion Part II," featuring works by Amanda Foshag Featuring a twenty thousand square foot facility ing challenging art that, we hope, will increase 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/757-2633 or at (http:// blown glass from artist Nicholas Kecic. Tables a ‘Blessing’ ceremony, celebrating our Lord’s and Samantha Valdez. The “2017 Master of Fine offering affordable studio space and featuring understanding and break down barriers.“ Arti- Ly Bensons Gallery & Studio, 211 Charles www.mayerivergallery.com/). for your home made right here in Charleston by continued blessings in the Inlet Community. Arts (MFA) Thesis Exhibition” features new work works by 50 local artists. Come to see works san Center Gift Shop - Featuring art objects Street, Beaufort. Ongoing - Featuring the artist Capers Cathuen can be seen throughout And the "Blessing of the Inlet" was to generate by artists completing their MFA graduate program from local artists, attend workshops, shop in the from local and regional artists. Hours: Tues-Sat exhibits,"The Gullah/African Link" and "Out of Pluff Mudd Art, 27 Calhoun St., Bluffton. May Work by William Halsey the gallery. Capers uses salvaged wood from funds for many missions, charities, and non- in the Department of Fine Arts.Hours: Mon.-Fri., retail store, or meet any of the artists in their 11-5pm & Sun., 1:30-5pm. Contact: 803//775- Africa," featuring rare Shona Verdite sculptures 4, from 3-7pm - "Pluff Mudd Art’s 15th Birthday the farms and coastal areas around Charleston profit organizations. The festival has grown to 9am-5pm. Contact: call 803/323-2493, e-mail studios. Hours: Thur., 3-6pm; Sat., 10am-4pm; 0543 or at (www.sumtergallery.org). by various artists from Zimbabwe, Africa, and Celebration". This co-op gallery opened in 2002 Ann Long Fine Art, 54 Broad Street, Charles- to fashion one of a kind pieces for your home. include more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, Karen Derksen, Galleries director, at (derksenk@ with extended hours on the 3rd Thur. of each original photographs by Gullah photographer and under the name, A Guild of Bluffton Artists in ton. May 5 - June 2 - "Wolf Kahn: Pastels". A Hours: Contact: 843.312-1891 or at (www. various Murrells Inlet restaurants and local food winthrop.edu) or at (www.winthrop.edu/arts). month until 9pm for Spartanburg’s Art Walk. Walterboro gallery owner Rev. Kennneth F. Hodges. Also, the old Mercantile Building. Four years later it reception will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. Ann cecilbyrnegallery.com). purveyors, children’s play area with inflatable Contact: 864 804-6501 or at (www.westmain- an array of antiques, batiks, and artworks for the became Pluff Mudd Art and moved across the Long Fine Art presents 16 pastels from 1958 to rides and fun events. For further info visit (www. ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Rock Hill artists.org). SC Artisans Center, 334 Wichman Street, 2 discerning collector. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- street to its present location in the little yellow 2009 by acclaimed German-born American artist blessingoftheinlet.com). City Hall Rotunda Gallery, City Hall, Rock miles off I95, exits 53 or 57, Walterboro. Ongo- 5:30pm. Contact: 843/525-9006 or at (www. cottage at 27 Calhoun. The gallery features 23 Wolf Kahn (b. 1927). Ongoing - Classical Real- ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Spartanburg lybensons.com). local artists from Bluffton, Beaufort and Hilton ism – still life, figurative work, landscapes and Hill. May 2 - 30 - "Freestyle," featuring works continued on Page 48 continued on Page 47 Page 46 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 47 with energy, commotion, almost audible. His Imaging Arts Gallery, 175 King Street, be- The Art MECCA of Charleston, 427 King Street, drawings on canvas and fiber. Giclee’s on love for France is made palatable in this new tween Clifford and Queen, Charleston. Ongo- Charleston. Ongoing - The most eclectic art canvas and paper also available. Hours: by collection of work. Ongoing - Paintings by ing - A unique showcase of photography includ- gallery in Charleston. Displaying a wide array of appt. only. Contact: 803/429-5456 or at (www. SC Commercial Galleries Victoria Platt Ellis, Jeannette Cooper Nichol- ing LeCroy’s vastly enlarged leaves, plants, SC Commercial Galleries local talent, there is a lot to see and little some- alicialeeke.com). continued from Page 47 son, Brian Scanlon and Robert M. Sweeny. and flowers - a culmination of photography continued from Page 48 thing for everyone!. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm Also representing sculptors Alex Palkovich and and technology, as they reveal detail and color & Sun., 11am-5:30pm. Contact: 843/577-0603 or ArtCan Studio & Gallery, 108 Beaufort Street, Charleston Art Brokers, AIM on King, 648 you smile - just like the Goldens! Ongoing - John Douglas Donehue, Jr.; jewelry designers that is beyond the reach of the unaided eye. canvas - specifically, old homes and buildings Reinert Fine Art Gallery, 179 King Street, at (www.artmeccaofcharleston.com). Chapin. Ongoing - Featuring original paint- King Street, Charleston. Ongoing - Represent- Did you know that many of the 30+ artists we Rebecca Johnston and Carole McDougal; pot- The fine art photography contains a selection north of Calhoun Street, in the Radcliffebor- Charleston. Ongoing - Reinert Fine Art show- ings, handpainted furnishing, and limited and ing emerging and established fine art artists represent paint people as well as animals? ter Mary Nicholson and glass blower Michael of cityscapes, black and whites, international ough, Cannonborough, Elliotborough, and other cases the contemporary impressionist works The Audubon Gallery, 190 King St., Charles- open edition lithographs by Judy Bolton Jarrett. and photographers from Charleston and the Portraits make a wonderful and unique gift and Barnett. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11am-6pm or by architecture, and others. Unique framed pieces neighborhoods, which are currently undergoing in oil by Rick Reinert and more than 40 other ton. Ongoing - "Charleston's only gallery for the Hours: Thur.& Fri., noon-5:30pm; Sat., noon- Southeast. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. are a great way to commemorate a life event appt. Contact 843/722.5353 or at (www.ellis- that combine 19th century daguerreotypes, rapid transformation. Ongoing - Permanently artists offering their unique and diverse styles. Natural History and sporting art enthusiast!" Lo- 4pm or by appt.(call before coming). Contact: Contact: ([email protected]) or or honor a beloved pet. Visit the gallery in nicholsongallery.com). ambrotypes, and tintypes with enlarged im- featuring oil paintings by distinguished artists Hours: daily from 9am-5pm. Contact: call cally owned, the gallery specializes in the golden 803/345-6588 or at (www.judyjarrettgallery. at (www.charlestonartbrokers.com). person or online and see a variety of styles and ages will delight history enthusiasts. LeCroy’s Laurie Meyer and Marissa Vogl, we also exhibit 843/694.2445 or at (www.rickreinert.com). age of natural history (1700-1900), emphasiz- com). mediums. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., Eva Carter's Studio, Wadmalaw Island, Johns photographs are additionally on exhibit at the works by local and nationally recognized guest ing John James Audubon, one of Charleston's Charleston Crafts, 161 Church Street, across 11am-5pm. Contact: 843/577-5500 or at (www. Island. Ongoing - Offering the bold abstract New York Hall of Science, New York. Hours: artists. These artists are diverse and unique, most highly regarded artist. Here, you will find a ART + CAYCE Gallery, 1329 State St., op- from Tommy Condon's, one block south of dogandhorsefineart.com). expressionist oil paintings of Eva Carter. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., 2-5pm. Contact: ranging from emerging to established contem- tour-de-force of Audubon's "Birds of America" as posite Brookland Cayce High School, Cayce. Market St., Charleston. Ongoing - Charleston by appt. only. Contact 843/478-2522 or at 843/577-7501 or at (www.imagingarts.com). porary masters; the unifying element is that well as other highly acclaimed natural history art. Ongoing - Our gallery hosts local artists from Crafts is the longest operating craft cooperative East Bay Garden Gallery, 114 E. Bay St., in ( ). they excite us. By exhibiting artwork for which A sportman's paradise with a large selection of South Carolina showing works in various me- in Charleston, featuring only items designed Coates Row, near Rainbow Row, Charleston. Indigo Fine Art Gallery, 102 Church St., we feel an emotional connection, we hope to antique wildfowl decoys, collectibles, nostalgic dia. Every show is different and unique and dis- and created by SC artists. Gallery showcases a Ongoing - Artist and owner, W. Hampton Brand FABULON, A Center for Art and Education, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring artwork by engage the senses of art lovers and introduce paintings, prints of days afield and favorite hunt- plays work from abstract painting to mixed me- blend of contemporary and traditional craft me- provides a unique and more complete "Charles- 1017 Wappoo Road, West Ashley, Charleston. Paula Lonneman and Judith Perry, along with collectors to exhilarating new works. Hours: ing dogs. We offer museum-quality framing and dia assemblages. Currently we are displaying dia plus photography. Hours: Sun.-Thur., 10am- ton experience" with his art. His primary subject Ongoing - Fabulon is a gallery in West Ashley. handblown glass seashells, raku pots and Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm & Sun., noon-4pm. Con- conservation services for works of art on paper to sculpture by Robin Jones and mixed media as- 6pm & Fri.-Sat., 10am-8pm. Contact: 843/723- is the significant architecture and beautiful his- We represent: Meyriel J.Edge, Laura McRae the work of special guest artists throughout tact: 843/452-2670 or at (www.meyervogl.com). protect and present your most treasured pieces. semblage/painting by Andrew Norton Webber. 2938 or at (www.CharlestonCrafts.org). toric buildings of our city. For those who seek Hitchcock, Hampton R. Olfus, Jr., Steven the year. Stop by and see works-in-progress Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: One can expect to visit the gallery during the the ultimate Charleston keepsake - he puts his Owen, Susan Irish, Sydney Leighton, Amanda as well, since the artist/owners are always Michael Parks Gallery, 35 Broad Street, 843/853-1100 or at (www.audubonart.com). week and experience a calm atmosphere with Chuma Gullah Gallery, 188 Meeting Street, art on the increasingly rare artifacts of historic England, Bly Triplett, Lisa Z. Lindahl, Michael there & probably painting! Hours: Mon.-Sat., Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring fine art pho- engaging pieces. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 1-4pm; Charleston. Ongoing - We are a resource roofing slate and old handmade Charleston Hayes, Vicki Hickman, and Eugene Horne. It 10am-5pm. Contact: 843-805-9696 or at (www. tography by Michael Parks and a variety of fine The Brizard Studio, one King Street, Suite 404, Sat., 1-4pm & by appt. Contact: 803/765-0838 center to learn more about the Gullah Culture brick. In addition to his art, you're invited to is a perfect stop along the way to the Historic IndigoFineArtGallery.com). artworks by selected artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Charleston. Ongoing - Original fine oil paintings or at (http://artpluscayce.blogspot.com/). through Gullah Art, Gullah Books, Gullah browse among the eclectic garden finds in Plantations. Fabulon also offers group and 10am-5pm. Contact: 803/348-3202 or e-mail to by Robin Brizard, award-winning impressionist Crafts, Gullah Storytelling, Gullah Spirituals, the courtyard including old gates, statuaries, private classes for adults, children, and home Julia Santen Gallery, 188 King Street, Charles- ([email protected]). artist. Hours: by appt. only, call 843/577-0964. Art Studios in the Historic Arcade Building, 1332 Main Street, at the corner of Washington Gullah Tours and Gullah Food. Hours: Mon.- pottery, unique iron pieces and so much more. scholars. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Con- ton. Ongoing - Offering original vintage poster art, Work by Rhett Thurman Sat., 9:30am-6pm. Contact: 843/722-1702 or at Hours: Mon.-Sun., 9am-2pm. Contact: 843/958- tact: 843/566-3383 or at (www.fabulonart.com). encompassing the Belle Epoque, Art Nouveau, Mitchell Hill Gallery, 438 King Street, located The Charleston Renaissance Gallery, 103 and Main Streets two blocks from the State- (http://gallerychuma.com/). 0490 or 843/327-6282. Art Deco and Contemporary eras. Hours: open next to Hall’s Chop House just down from Rhett Thurman Studio, 241 King St., Charles- Church Street, at St. Michael's Alley, Charleston. house, Columbia. Ongoing - Including works Galerie on Broad, 29 Broad Street, Charles- mostly, closed sometimes and by appt. Contact: the Visitor’s Center, Charleston. Ongoing - ton. Ongoing - Featuring original works by Rhett Ongoing - Showcasing nineteenth century oil by Eileen Blyth(mixed media); Sylvia Potts COCO VIVO interior and fine art for relaxed Edward Dare Gallery, 31 Broad Street, ton. Ongoing - The gallery is dedicated to 843/534-0758 or at (www.juliasantengallery. What started as a pop-up for art for charity Thurman in conjunction with The Sylvan Gallery. paintings, works on paper and sculpture of the and Richard Lund (sculptors); Page Morris, living, Gallery Row, 25 Broad St., Charleston. between Church & State Sts., Charleston. bringing national and international artists to the com). has evolved into one of Charleston’s premier Hours: by appt. only. Contact: 843/577-6066. American South. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Beth West, Suzy Shealy, Walton Selig, Martha Ongoing - Featuring works by Tony van Has- Ongoing - Located on historic Broad Street’s art scene. Art collectors from all over find their galleries Mitchell Hill features the innovative Contact: 843/723-0025 or at (www.fineartsouth. Thomas, Jan Swanson, Tish Lowe, Bettye selt, aws, Mitch Billis, Patricia Roth and Roger GALLERY ROW in the French Quarter of way into the cozy and quaint atmosphere of Lambert Gallery, 749 Willow Lake Road, artwork of over twenty regional artists. Hours: Robert Lange Studios , 2 Queen St., Charles- com). Rivers, Debra Paysinger, Meredith Paysinger, Milinowski. Also representing jewelry designer Charleston, SC, the gallery features an exten- Historic Gallery Row. Galerie on Broad features Charleston. Onging - Featuring the gallery and Mon.-Wed., 10am-6pm; Thur.-Sat., 10am-9pm; ton. Ongoing - Featuring works by Ali Ca- McKenzie Seay and Leah Wimberly (painters). Betty Holland and photographer Sandy Logan. sive variety of fine art including landscape, figu- impressionistic landscapes and figurative works studio space for Hilarie Lambert. Hours: call, & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 843/564-0034 or at vanaugh, Megan Aline, Robert Lange, Nathan The George Gallery, 50 Bogard Street, Charles- All studios on the main level have glass-fronts Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-5:30 & Fri. till 8pm. rative, still life & marine paintings plus exquisite by nationally and internationally known artists by appt. Contact: 843/822-1707 or at (www. (www.mitchelhillnc.com). Durfee, Kerry Brooks, Jessica Dunegan, Fred ton. Ongoing - Currently representing Gary so that visitors can see art and the artists Contact: 843/720-4027. pottery, photography, fine handcrafted jewelry, such as Calvin Liang, Camille Przewodek, Lori hlambert.com). Jamar, Michael Moran, Amy Lind, Adam Hall, Grier, Amanda Norman, Paul Yanko, Alan Taylor at work. Studio hours vary with each artist. unique works in glass & metal plus bronze Putnam, Dee Beard Dean, Richard Oversmith, One of a Kind Art & Fine Craft Gallery, 74 N. Joshua Flint, Sean Clancy, and JB Boyd. Hours: Jeffries and Evan Armstrong, the gallery presents Building hours: Mon.-Fri., 8am-6pm or by appt. Coleman Fine Art, 79 Church St., Charleston. sculpture – all by some of the most sought after Kate Mullin, Katie Dobson Cundiff, James Laura Liberatore Szweda Studio, Kiawah Market Street, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring Mon.-Sun., 11am-7pm. Contact: 843/805-8052 a feast for the eyes with art that is thought pro- Contact: Jan Swanson at 803/360-6794, e-mail Ongoing - Both a fine art gallery, and a gold artists in the low country and accomplished Richards, Giner Bueno, Marc Esteve, and John Island. Ongoing - Featuring contemporary unique arts and crafts from over 400 American or at (www.robertlangestudios.com). voking and visual stimulating. In addition to sales, to ([email protected]) or on Facebook. leaf studio, Coleman Fine Art has been repre- artists from across the nation. Many of the art- Michael Carter. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm. fine art paintings. Hours: by appointment only. artists, including many local artisans. Hours: we offer consulting and professional installation senting regional and national artists for over ists represented have a personal connection to Contact: 843/410-6332 or at (www.galerieon- Contact: 843/768-4795 or at Sun.-Thur., 10am-10pm & Fri.&Sat, 10-11pm. Stewart Fine Art, 12 State Street, Charleston. services. We are here to make your art collecting Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery and Coffee Bar, 906 30 years. The Coleman studio produces the Charleston and the coastal Carolinas and tend broad.com). (www.LauraLiberatoreSzweda.com). Contact: 843/534-1774. Ongoing - Featuring works by Sue Stewart, experience simple and enjoyable. Hours: Tue.- Knox Abbott Drive, Cayce. Ongoing - Featur- finest handcrafted gilt frames, and offers gilding to include pieces that celebrate the colorful tap- Charles DuPre DeAntonio, Robert Isley, Margaret Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/579-7328 or at ing art by local artists and cafe and wine bar. restoration. The gallery specializes in Contem- estry of the southern coastal culture. Visit the Gaye Sanders Fisher Gallery, 124 Church St., Lowcountry Artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay St., Paul Silva Gallery, 188 Meeting Street, Dyer, Fran Moeller Gatins, and James Wellington (www.georgegalleryart.com). We also have MIND GRAVY which is our po- porary American paintings of both the American gallery to see crashing waves, lush marshes, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring original oil and Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring works by Charleston. Ongoing - The art and musings of Taylor, Jr. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5:30pm. Con- etry night every wed 8-10pm. Hours: Wed.-Sat., Impressionist and Realist schools. We proudly still lifes of camellias & oyster shells, coastal watercolor paintings by Gaye Sanders Fisher. Norma Morris Ballentine, Helen K. Beacham, Paul Silva. All mediums from oils and acryllics tact: 843/853-7100 or at (www.suestewartfineart. The John Carroll Doyle Art Gallery, 125 7pm-2am. Contact: 803/7084731 or e-mail at represent watercolor painter Mary Whyte, wildlife and sensitive yet powerful portraits Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun. 1-5pm. Marty Biernbaum, Laura Cody, Lynne N. to mixed media digital art. Hours: Mon.-Sun., com). Church St., Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring ([email protected]). whose paintings focus on the life and culture of the south. Hours: Mon. - Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 843/958-0010 or at (www.gayesanders- Hardwick, Rana Jordahl, Rebecca Leonard 9:30am-6pm. Contact: 843/849-0031 or at works by the late John Carroll Doyle and Mar- of the indigenous people of the South Carolina Contact: 843/853-5002 or at (www.edwarddare. fisher.com). and Sandra Roper along with 25 additional (www.paulsilvaart.com). Spencer Art Gallery, 55 Broad St., in historic gret Petterson. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Bella Vista Art & Framing, 705 Gervais St., Lowcountry. Currently we represent some of com). guest artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-6pm French Quarter District, Charleston. Ongoing Contact: 843/577-7344 or at (www.johncdoyle. downstairs of City Market Antiques, Columbia. the country’s leading plein-air painters, John Gordon Wheeler Gallery, 180 East Bay Street, & Sun., 1-5. Contact: 843/577-9295 or at (www. People, Places, & Quilts, 1 Henrietta Street, - Offering the works of over 20 award winning com). Ongoing - Featuring original works of art of Cosby, Gil Dellinger, Marc R. Hanson, Kevin Charleston. Ongoing - Original paintings and lim- lowcountryartists.com). Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring fabric, books, artists in a delightfully eclectic mix of subject varied national artists, regional artists ,vintage Macpherson, Gregory Packard, George Strick- ited edition prints of golf, lowcountry landscapes patterns, notions, quilts and Folk Art. Hours: matter, styles, and media. Hours: Mon.-Sat., The Southern, 2 Carlson Court, behind the art, antiquarian engravings and etchings, origi- land, and Mary Whyte. Hours: Mon., 10am-4- and Charleston scenes by Gordon Wheeler. Martin Gallery, 18 Broad Street, ground floor Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/937-9333 or 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/722-6854 or at Pizza Hut at 483 Meeting Street, Charleston. nal photography. Also a Mort Kunstler dealer pm; Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm or by appt. Contact: Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. of the Peeople’s Building, corner of Broad and at (www.ppquilts.com). (www.spencerartgallery.com). Ongoing - Featuring a contemporary art gallery and large selection of SC artists ,giclees, and 843/853-7000 or at (www.colemanfineart.com). Contact: 843/722-2546. State Streets, Charleston. Ongoing - Featur- dealing in recent works by artists connected to limited edition prints. And, offering a full service ing paintings by Mitch Billis, Kathleen Billis, Photographics - Portrait Photography & Art Srebnick Gallery, 195 1/2 King Street, the American South. Hours: Wed.-Sat., noon-7- custom framing shop featuring professional, Corrigan Gallery, 62 Queen Street, Charles- Grand Bohemian Gallery, Grand Bohemian Italian master Imero Gobbato, William Crosby, Gallery, 458 Freshfields Dr., in the Freshfields Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring paintings, pm & Sun., noon-6pm. Contact: 843/580-8905 quality framing at below industry prices. Hours: ton. May 3 - 31 - "Fragments," featuring works Hotel Charleston, 55 Wentworth Street, Christopher Schink, Jennifer Spencer, Jared Village, Johns Island. Ongoing - Represent- pastels and drawings by C. Katriel Srebnik and or at (http://thesouthern.gallery/). Tue.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. Contact: 803/765- by Paul Mardikian. A reception will be held on Charleston. Ongoing - The collections at the Clackner, and Gilles Charest; sculpture by Leo ing painters and photographers who exemplify guest artists. Hours: call for hours. Contact: 0808 or e-mail at ([email protected]). May 5, from 5-8pm. This will be the last show Grand Bohemian Gallery are comprised of Osborne, Claire McArdle, and James R. Pyne; the greatest ability to evoke a mood or sensory 843-580-8488 or at (www.sregallery.com). The Sportsman’s Gallery, 165 King Street, at 62 Queen for this year. The gallery will be internationally and locally renowned artists. and photography by Michael Kahn. Also, offer- impression of a chosen subject matter. This Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring one of the Carol Saunders Gallery, 922 Gervais St., in a new TBA location June 1. Come help us Exclusive to the Grand Bohemian Galleries ing select jewelry and glass art by America’s subject matter varies and includes landscapes Studio 151 Fine Art Gallery, 175 Church St., largest, most diverse collections of contempo- Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring fine art objects celebrate the transition with Mardikian’s show are internationally-acclaimed artists Stefano best artisans, featuring custom designs by and still-life depictions of Lowcountry scenes just south of the corner of Market and Church St., rary sporting and wildlife art found today and and works by local artists, including Mana Hewitt, concerning the passage of time and erosion of Cecchini – famed Italian artist best known for acclaimed master goldsmith Glade Sarbach as well as themes and experiences from the Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring original once having viewed it, we are confident you Stephen Chesley, Carol Pittman, Mike Williams, materials as the building at 62 will be reha- his depictions of wildlife - and French Colorist Davis. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., travels of its artists. The gallery features origi- art in traditional, realism, wildlife, impressionism will concur. Hours: Mon,-Fri., 10:30am-5:30pm, Laura Spong, Heidi Darr-Hope, Judy Hubbard, bilitated and ending its aging decay. This is Expressionist artist Jean Claude Roy. Other 1-5pm & by appt. Contact: 843/723-7378 or at nal works in oil, watercolor, gouache, mixed- collage, and abstracts in a variety of mediums, Sat., 11am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 843/727- Jeri Burdick, Clay Burnett, and Eddie Bryan. featured artists include Ali Launer, Amber Hig- (www.martingallerycharleston.com). media and fine-art photography. Representing including photography and hand crafted jewelry. 1224 or at (www.sportsmansgallery.com). Hours: M-F, 10am-5:30pm; Sat., 11am-5pm. example of the march of time and the effects Work by Jeff Jamison of environment that inform Mardikian’s work. gins, Donna Dowless, Elizabeth Nelson, Gart- national artists: Billie Sumner, Fred Jamar, Offering the works of Colleen Wiessmann, Rosie Contact: 803/256-3046. Ongoing - Contemporary fine art including Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art, 58 Broad ner & Blade, James Kitchens, Jerry McKellar, Mary Martin Gallery, 103 Broad Street, Tammy Papa, Pam Cohen, Vickie Ellis, Aija Phillips, Shelby Parbel, Bob Graham, Amelia The Wells Gallery at The Sanctuary, at The paintings, photography, prints and sculpture. St., Charleston. May 5 - 31 - "Urban Life," Kathleen Elliot, Mitch Kolbe, Oris, Susan Gott, Charleston. Ongoing - Mary Martin Gallery Sterns, Elizabeth Drozeski, Sharlyne Duffy, and Whaley, Dixie Dugan, Nancy Davidson, Sandra Sanctuary on Kiawah Island, about 30 minutes Now showing works by Manning Williams, featuring works by renowned contemporary Peter Keil, Philippe Guillerm, Stefan Horik, has always specialized in representing top Michael Cyra. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm or Scott, Jennifer Koach, Michel McNinch, Amelia from Charleston, in Kiawah's newest and most Richard Hagerty, Joe Walters, Sue Simons Impressionist painter Jeff Jamison. A reception Thomas Arvid, and John Duckworth. Hours: contemporary artists, and has also identified by appt. Contact: 843/768-3030 or at (www. Rose Smith, Lissa Block, Debra Paysinger, luxurious resort. May 12 & 13 - "Live Painting Wallace, Gordon Nicholson, John Moore, will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. The artist Mon.-Thur., 10am-7pm, Fri. & Sat., 10am-8pm, and mentored little-known artists to national kiawahislandphoto.com). Charles Moore, Roger Tatum, Daryl Knox, Gina with Curt Butler," who brings us new encaustic William Meisburger, Mary Walker, Kristi Ryba, will be there to meet patrons. We invite you to and Sun., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/724-4130 recognition. MMG is the perfect venue for Brown and Madison Latimer. We also participate paintings full of texture and painterly strokes. Paul Mardikian, Kevin Bruce Parent and Judy escape into Jamison’s timeless realm of long- or at (www.grandbohemiangallery.com). artists who represent a variety of styles and Principle Gallery: Charleston, 125 Meeting in Charleston’s historic French Quarter art walks Join us at the gallery to watch him demonstrate Cox. Located in the heart of the downtown lost lovers as they reunite in dreamlike cities, techniques. Some of the most notable artists of Street, Charleston. Ongoing - The gallery finds every March, May, October and December. his unique method each day from 1-6pm. May Hagan Fine Art Gallery & Studio, 177 King St., museum quality are Jean-Claude Gaugy, Mar- joy in sharing museum-quality works from estab- Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-6pm, Fri. & Sat., 10am- 27 & 28 - "Live Painting with Karen Larson historic district of Charleston’s French Quarter. cozily tucked beneath the glow of a umbrella. Work by Robert O. Keith IV Artist at work on location - work in progress to You might feel the urge to suddenly ride your Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring works by Karen tin Eichinger, Andre Kohn, Vadim Klevenskiy, lished American and international artists within 8pm; and Sun., 11am-5pm. Contact: 843/579- Turner," who debuts her new "Panorama be viewed. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm or by bicycle along a sunny side street in Charles- Hewitt Hagan. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Con- Tatyana Klevenskiy, Richard Johnson, Alvar, the realm of Contemporary and Classical Real- 9725 or at (www. studio151finearts. com). Series". This show features sweeping land- City Art, 1224 Lincoln Street, Columbia. chance & appt. Contact: 843/722-9868 or at ton, or your breath might catch at the sight of tact: 843/754-0494 or at (www.HaganFineArt. Pujol, Pietro Piccoli, Baques, Mario, Monica ism. In its inaugural year, the gallery invites you scapes of Kiawah on long canvases. Come to Through May 13 - Featuring an exhibition of (www.corrigangallery.com). couples waltzing in a luxurious ballroom. All of com). Meuneir, Larry Osso, Mark Yale Harris, Philippe into its light-filled space for monthly shows featur- Tara Vis Gallery, 218 C King Street, Charleston. the gallery this Memorial Day Weekend to view paintings by Robert Keith. Robert O. Keith IV is this is normal, in fact, it is the provocation of the Guillerm, Richard Riverin, Judy Fuller, Graciela ing fresh, exciting work from the multi-faceted Ongoing - At Tara Vis Gallery, you will discover these new pieces and to watch Karen paint a native Coloradan, now happily residing in Co- Courtyard Art Gallery, 149 1/2 East Bay Street, senses that Jamison seeks in his works. Ongo- Helena Fox Fine Art, 106-A Church Street, Rodo Boulanger, Ann Dettmer, Sangita Phadke, and diverse Principle Family of Artists, along with photographic journeys, what brought each of us from 1-6pm each day. Ongoing - Featuring a lumbia, SC. He received a BFA at Colorado State Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring works by ing - Founded in 2001, this internationally ac- Charleston. Ongoing - Helena Fox Fine Art R. John Ichter, John Gregory, and others. national invitational shows, and curated events. to this place in the photography field, and why selection of paintings, jewelry and sculptures University and an MFA at the University of South Veronique Aniel, Melissa Breeland, Mary Ann claimed fine art gallery is located in the historic specializes in fine contemporary, American Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm and Sun., Hours: Mon.-Tue., 10am-3pm; Wed.-Sat., 10am- their prowess in these endeavors places them of some of the Lowcountry's finest artists, Betty Carolina. He and his wife Meagan travel around Bridgman, Renee Bruce, Beverly Brunswig, French Quarter district in Charleston. Richard- representational art. Proudly representing gold- noon-5pm. Contact: 843-723-0303 or at (www. 6pm; & Sun., 11am-4pm. Contact: 843/727-4500 at the top of the list in this field. I want Tara Vis Anglin Smith, Shannon Smith, Jennifer Smith the east coast searching for abandoned spaces Wilma Cantey, Carole Carberry, Linda Churchill, son represents American, Dutch, and Russian- smith and jeweler, Sarah Amos, original paint- marymartinart.com). or at (www.principlegallery.com). Gallery to be a place where you can lose yourself Rogers, George Pate, Glenn Harrington, Gary to fill both an artistic need as well as the thrill of Christine Crosby, Judy Jacobs, Alix Kassing, Jen- born artists of the contemporary Impressionist, ings by Kenn Backhaus, John Cosby, Julyan in the images and stories, a respite from the Gowans, Karen Larson Turner, Kim English, exploring. Ongoing - Featuring works by Jane nifer Koach, Tug Mathisen, Yvonne Rousseau, Realist, and Abstract styles. Sculpture by Davis, Terry DeLapp, Donald Demers, Kathleen Rebekah Jacobs Gallery, 54 Broad Street, 2nd mundane, taking you places that many people Felice Killian, Grainger McKoy and Darrell Aldridge, Jim Arendt, Randolph New Armstrong, Suzy Shealy, Coleen Stoioff, and Tom Tremaine. the award-winning Marianne Houtkamp and Dunphy, Mary Erickson, West Fraser, Betsy Ha- level, Charleston. Ongoing - Focusing on South- on this earth will never have the opportunity to Davis. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-8pm & Sun., Penny Baskin, Jo Dean Bauknight, Robbie Bell, Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. noon-5pm. photography by Richardson also fill the elegant vens, Jeffrey T. Larson, Joseph McGurl, Billyo ern artists and photographers who have powerful experience. Featuring work by Patrick Kelly, Ben 10am-6pm. Contact: 843/576-1290 or at Kimberly Betchman, Tarleton Blackwell, Angela Contact: 843/723-9172 or at and inviting space. In addition, the gallery is O’Donnell, Joe Paquet, Jessie Peterson Tarazi, visions of the land of their birth supported by an Reed, Brian Bielmann, Tom Whitfield, and Sorin (www.wellsgallery.com). Bradburn, Betty Bramlett, Joe Byrne, Carolita (www.courtyardartgallery.com). available as a scenic event venue. Hours: Scott Prior, Seth Tane and bronze sculptures by advanced mastery of their media. The gallery Onisor. Hours: Thur.-Sun., 10am-6pm. Contact: Cantrell, Kathy Casey, Anne Cunningham, Bob Mon.-Sat., 10am- 5pm. Contact: 843/722-3660 Kent Ullberg. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm or maintains an accelerated exhibition schedule, 843/577-0253 or at (www.taravisgallery.com). Columbia Area Doster, Gerard Erley, Claire Farrell, Amy Fichter, Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portraiture, or e-mail to ([email protected]). by appt. Contact: 843/723-0073 or at non-media specific, which features one-person Tim Floyd, Michael Fowler, Teri Goddard, Harriet 102 Church St. Charleston. May 5 - June (www.helenafoxfineart.com). and group shows throughout the year. Hours: THALO-Working Studio Gallery, LLC, 7 Broad Vista Area of Columbia. May 18, 5:30-8pm Goode, Vanessa Grubbs, Randy Hanna, Shelley 3 - "KAREN KILLIAN: It’s Cocktail Hour!". A Ellis-Nicholson Gallery, 1.5 Broad St., Tue.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm or by appt. Contact: Street, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring works - “Third Thursday in the Vista,” featuring an art Hehenberger, Mana Hewitt, David Kessler, Jan reception will be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. Charleston. May 5 - 31 - "A French Connec- Horton Hayes Fine Art, 12 State Street, 843/937-9222 or at (www.rebekahjacobgallery. by Christine Crosby and Katherine DuTremble in walk of galleries and art spaces in the Vista area Kransberger, Robert Lyon, Rena MacQueen, The widely collected Karen Killian taps into the tion - New Paintings from France by Bruce Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring marshscapes com). their working studio. DuTremble is also a print- along the Congaree River, including City Art Gal- Doug McAbee, Fred McElveen, Esther Melton, lighter side of canine paintings with her latest Nellsmith". A reception will be held on May 5, and Lowcountry images of shrimpers, crabbers, maker and brings her knowledge and expertise lery, Ellen Taylor Interiors, if ART Gallery, Lewis & Max Miller, Lee A. Monts, Marge Loudon Moody, clammers, and oyster harvesters in oils and acryl- Reinert Contemporary Fine Art, 202 King in the making of monotypes to the public’s view. Clark, The Gallery at Nonnah’s, One Eared Cow Blake Morgan, Bruce Nellsmith, Heather Noe, series, "It’s Cocktail Hour!" a celebration of from 5-8pm. The exhibit will feature paintings Work by Laurie Meyer libations and the canine spirit, featured with based on the artist’s yearly trips to France. ics by Mark Horton. Also works by Nancy Hoerter, Street, Charleston. Ongoing - Featuring They also have the late glassmaker Herman Le- Glass, Studio Cellar, and Vista Studios / Gallery Susan Nuttall, Patrick Parise, Ann Hightower- Golden Retrievers, the subject for which she is Many of the works in this exhibit focus on Shannon Runquist, and Chris Groves. Hours: Meyer Vogl Gallery, 122 Meeting Street, fine contemporary works and artisan jewelry. onhardt’s work on exhibit and available for sale. 80808. For further info contact any of the galler- Patterson, Leslie Pierce, Carol Pittman, Sylvia most famous. One of Killian’s gifts is her ability french marketplaces, although Paris is never Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-5:30pm; 2nd Sun. of each Charleston. May 5 - 19 - "North of Calhoun: Hours: daily from 9am-5pm. Contact: call Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/327- ies or visit (http://www.vistacolumbia.com). Ady-Potts, Alex Powers, Brian Rego, May Reisz, to capture the enduring bond between dogs left out of his frequent visits to what he refers to month, 12:30-5pm & by appt. Contact: 843/958- Laurie Meyer Solo Show". There will be a re- 843/694.2445 or at (www.rickreinert.com). 5926 or at (www.thalostudio.com). Tom Risser, Peggy Rivers, Cindy Saad, Sara and people. Another is her sense of humor, as the “homeland”. Nellsmith is often referred 0014 or at (www.hortonhayes.com). ception on May 5, from 5 to 8pm. Laurie Meyer Alicia Leeke Fine Art Studio, 3821 Edinburg Schneckloth, Ed Shmunes, Wanda Steppe, and these definitely have a twist. The clever to as an expressionist painter, his use of is putting Charleston’s historic architecture to Rd., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring original Nancy Thompson, Teri Tynes, Yisha Wang, acrylic cityscapes, abstracts, monotypes, and titles of the paintings, listed below, will make color is vibrant, his compositions are kinetic continued on Page 49 continued on Page 50 Page 48 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 49 Portfolio Art Gallery, Five Points area, 2007 Vista Art & Frame, 1752 Airport Blvd., Cayce. vitational shows by artist from all geographic re- Fastframe, 95 Matthews Dr., unit A-6, Hilton Devine St., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring the Ongoing - Featuring paintings of the South by gions. We represent a diverse group of artistic Head Island. Ongoing - Featuring original work of local, regional & national artists. Hours: Stephen O. Gunter. Hours: M.-Thur., 10am-6pm; styles of painting, sculptures and preeminent work in oils, acrylics, pastels, water colors, and SC Commercial Galleries Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: 803/256-2434 or Fri., 10am-4pm; & Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: SC Commercial Galleries glass collection. Hours: Tue. & Thur., 10am-4- gouache, by David Randall and a variety of local continued from Page 49 at (www.portfolioartgal.com). 803/794-7252 or at (www.vistaart.com). continued from Page 50 pm or by appt. Contact: at (www.ricstandridge. artists. Also a broad mix of limited editions, prints com). and posters also available. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Wendyth Wells, Sam Wilkins, Rod Wimer, and Achievement Exhibition," featuring works by Prompt Designs Art Gallery, 3041 N. Main Vista Studios - Gallery 80808, 808 Lady Fort Mill/ Tega Cay Cato, Dale Cochran, Robert Decker, Kathy 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/342- Katarina Zaric. This represents a rare opportunity Laura Spong and Leo Twiggs. Ongoing - St., near where the train trussel crosses Main Street, Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring exhibits DuBose, Pat Grills, Mel Hammonds, Edith Mc- Sea Island Gallery, 115 Pelham Road, Pelham 7696 or at (www.fastframe.com). to view a very wide range of acclaimed SC artists Featuring works by Don Zurlo, Paul Yanko, Ed- St., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring original by artists of the Vista Studios and occasional Olive’s, 229 Main Street, Fort Mill. Ongoing - Bee Hardaway, Chris Hartwick, Megan Heuse, Court Shopping Center, Greenville. Ongoing - at one time. City Art features three distinct gallery mund Yaghjian, David Yaghjian, Mike Williams, oils and giclees by Porter O'Brien Dodd. Hours: guest exhibitions. Vista Studio artists: Eileen Olive’s exhibits local artist in the Carolina’s. It Russell Jewell, Diarmuid Kelly, John Pendarvis, Original SC & southwest paintings by Douglas jcostello gallery, 8 Archer Rd., red fish res- spaces. A complete fine artists supply store is Katie Walker, Bram van Velde, Leo Twiggs, H. Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: 803/252-2927 or Blyth, Stephen Chesley, Heidi Darr-Hope, Pat also has a handmade by local artisan, gift shop, Miranda Sawyer, David Waldrop and Erin Grier, raku pottery by Tim Tyler, oils on paper by taurant building, Hilton Head Island. Ongoing located on the lower level. Fine custom designer Brown Thornton, Christine Tedesco, Tom Stan- e-mail at ([email protected]). Gilmartin, Robert Kennedy, Sharon C. Licata, as well as a working ceramic studio. Olive’s Webb. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., Betsy Bayne and a wide selection of prints by - Representing an international landscape in framing is available at City Art. In addition the ley, Laura Spong, Kees Salentijn, Silvia Rudolf, Michel McNinch, Kirkland Smith, Laura Spong, offers workshops and regular classes as well as 1-5pm. Contact: 864/239-3882 or at many artists. Hours: Tues. - Fri., 10am - 5:30pm; compositions of oil, photography and print- Gallery is often host to a variety of events hosted Edward Rice, Paul Reed, Anna Redwine, Herb Redbird Studio & Gallery, 2757 Rosewood and David Yaghjian. Hours: Thur.-Fri., 11am-6pm ceramic parties and events. Presently works by (www.artistsguildgalleryofgreenville.com). Sat., 10am - 4pm. Contact: 864/271-2007. making, from the Lowcountry to Morocco, by rental clients. City Art is a wonderful space Parker, Matt Overend, Janet Orselli, Marcelo Drive, Columbia. Ongoing - Redbird was created and Sat. & Sun., noon-5pm or by appt. Contact: Dottie Leatherwood, Todd Baxter, Rachel Ohls Budapest, Kyoto, Latin America, and Provence. to enjoy and purchase original art, art supplies, Novo, Dorothy Netherland, Philip Morsberger, by artists Virginia Scotchie and Bri Kinard who 803/252-6134 or at and proprietor Debbie Whitsett among others are Christopher Park Gallery, 608-A South Main 10 Central Avenue Studios, 10 Central Ave., Hours: Mon.-Sat., 1-9pm & Sun., 5-9pm or by fine framing, take art classes and have wedding Joan Mitchell, Eric Miller, Sam Middleton, Rein- saw a need for a place where experienced and (www.vistastudios80808.com). being exhibited. Hours: Tue.-Sat., noon-6pm or Street, Greenville. Ongoing - Offering hand- is centrally located in the Heritage Historic appt. Contact: 843/686-6550 or at (www.jcostel- receptions, etc. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-6pm; er Mahrlein, Peter Lenzo, Deanna Leamon, budding artists could work in a supportive and studio open until 8:30pm as reserved. Contact: made and humorous art by North and South District of Greenville. Ongoing - The studios is logallery.com). Fri., 10am-5pm, & Sat., 11am-3pm. Contact: Ger Lataster, Sjaak Korsten, Bill Jackson, Alvin accessible environment and regional artists not Webb Rawls Galleries, 5210 N. Trenholm 704/301-2619 or at (www.olivesmudpuddle.com). Carolina artists. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-6pm & a unique gallery and working space for profes- 803/252-3613 or at (www.cityartonline.com). Hollingsworth, Klaus Hartmann, Tonya Gregg, yet represented in the community could show Rd., (Forest Acres, behind First Citizens Bank) Sat., noon-6pm. Contact: 864/232-6744 or at sional and emerging artists that invites the pub- Picture This Gallery, Cypress Square, 78 Mary Gilkerson, Ralph Gelbert, Phil Garrett, their art. The gallery will feature work by some of Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring fine art and Georgetown (www.christopherparkgallery.com). lic inside the artistic process through shows, Arrow Road, Suite D, near Sea Pines, Hilton Finleaf Gallery, 2323 Devine Street, Columbia. Jacques Doucet, Jeff Donovan, Stephen Ches- the best artists of the region in ceramics, wood picture framing since 1904. South Carolina’s events, education and conversations with work- Head Island. Ongoing - Cool bohemian art Ongoing - Featuring original artwork by local ley, Steven Chapp, Ashlynn Browning, Carl and metal sculpture, prints, drawings, wearable oldest family owned art and frame gallery. Local Prince George Framing Co., 805 Front St., Liz Daly Designs, 206 East Coffee Street, ing artists. We also offer services for Giclée gallery in the exclusive resort of Hilton Head and regional artists, whose work has been Blair, Aaron Baldwin, Karel Appel, Roland Albert art and video. Among the artworks are elaborate art, museum framing of fine art at lowest prices. Georgetown. Ongoing - Featuring superior Greenville. Ongoing - The gallery continues to reproductions and framing. Featuring works by Island. We offer custom picture framing, origi- hand-selected for display in our gallery. Hours: and Benny Andrews. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 11am- tea pots and vases by Jim Connell; playful and Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm & Sat., 10am- custom framing, a broad selection of quality show many local artisits who work in various Laura K. Aiken, Joseph Ambuhl, Jeanne Blink- nal artwork, and art & frame restoration. This Tue.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm & Sat., 11am-3pm. 7pm and Sat., 11am- 5pm. Contact: 803/238- thought-provoking ceramic sculptures by Paula 3:30pm. Contact: 803/787-2787 or at (www. prints and posters and great customer service. mediums, and has expanded to include art from off, Larry Coble, Deborah Feiste, Kay Larch, adorable space has a comfortable atmosphere Contact: 803/254-8327 or at (www.finleaf.com). 2351 or e-mail at ([email protected]). Smith; the rugged but graceful ceramics of Zak webbrawlsgalleries.com). Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. other areas. Liz Daly-Korybski creates jewelry J.J. Ohlinger, Julia Peters, Georgia Pistolis, that beckons one to stay for a while. Owners Helenske; wood sculptures and paper collages Contact: 843/527-8413 or at (http://www.prince- from glass in her on site studio, and other art- Jill Patterson Schmidt and Judith Woodward. Mira Scott & Mark S. Tierney have created a Fontenay Fine Art, Antiques and Oriental John Miranda's South Carolina Artists Gal- by Paul Martyka; drawings and performance Wink Gallery, 911-A Lady St., Columbia. georgeframing.com/). ists can be seen creating in the gallery as well. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm or by space to exhibit their work and select guest Rugs, 2716 Devine St., Columbia. Ongoing lery, Dutch Square Mall, next to Belk, 421 Bush videos by Jon Prichard; prints and drawings by Ongoing - Featuring a wide range of contem- Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11am-6pm; Fri., 11am-9- appt. Contact: Julia Peters at 864/370-0301 or artists, sculptors, jewelers, photographers and - Featuring antique and contemporary fine art River Rd., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring pastel Tom Nakashima; and wearable art by Courtney porary art by Midlands artists, including Terri The Georgetown Art Gallery, 705 Front Street, pm; Sat., 11am-9pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: at (www.10CentralAve.com). writers are represented. Featuring work by Mira in our gallery of fine rugs and antiques. We portraits, pastel paintings and prints by John Starrett. Work by Virginia Scotchie and Bri Kinard Hutto, Laurie McIntosh, Page Morris, Heather Georgetown. Ongoing - Original works and 864/325-4445 or at (www.dalydesigns.com). Scott, Mark S. Tierney, Steven A. Chapp, Alexis now offer full-service framing. Hours: Tue.- Miranda, as well as other works by SC artists. will also be shown at the gallery. Redbird will LaHaise, Debbie Martin and Melony Stuckey. prints by 20 artists, including: Mimi Beaver, Ann The Art Cellar LLC, 233 N. Main Street, Kostuk, James Herrmann, Sheri Farbstein, Fri., noon-5pm & Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: Also - Featuring a large selection of works by mount a new exhibition every six weeks. Hours: Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat., 10am-3pm Boone, Mike Bowers, Agnes Boyle, Nancy Brack- across from Noma Square, Greenvile. Ongo- James Peach, Robert Stark, Terry Richard, 803/254-1352 or at Erica Hoyt, including Charleston prints, colleges Mon.-Thur., 10am-8:30pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. and by appt. Contact: 803/238-3855. en, Barbara Bush, Dottie Dixon, Susan Duke, ing - Unique art gallery in downtown Green- Mary C Leto, Kashmira Lodaya, Jeanne (www.fontenayondevine.blogspot.com). of South Carolina and numbered reproduction Contact: 803/727-2955 or at (www.redbirdstudio- Phyllis Graham, Dian Hammett, Mark Hilliard, ville featuring over 40 local artists in variety Bessette & Barbara Miller. Hours: Tue.-Fri., prints. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am -9pm & Sun. andgallery.com). Conway Gail Joley, Audrey McLeod, Myrna McMahon, Hal of mediums and styles. Hours: Mon., Tue., & 9:30am-5:30pm; Sat., 9:30am-12:30pm or Frameland, 619 Harden St., (Five Points, next 12:30pm-6pm. Contact: 803/750-6750. Moore, Drummond Murdoch, Sue Rutherford, Thur., 11am-6pm; Fri., 11am-9pm; and Sat., by appt. Contact: 843/842-5299 or at (www. to Grouchos Deli), Columbia. Ongoing - Fea- Rita Smith Gallery, at Midtown At Forest Acres Conway Glass Center, 708 12th Ave., historic Roy & Carol Smith, Susan Tiller and Nancy van 9am-9pm. Contact: 864/419-5032 or at (www. picturethishiltonhead.com). turing local art in Five Points, close to down- LAC Gallery, 121 A East Main St. (entrance on (formally Richland Mall) across from Barnes Creel Oil building Conway. Ongoing - Featur- Buren. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: greenvilleartcellar.com). town. USC and college art, diploma frames, Maiden Lane) Lexington. Ongoing - & Noble, corner of Forest Drive and Beltline ing an open-air gallery and glass educational 843/527-7711 or at (http://www.georgetownart- Pink House Gallery, 1503 Main Street Village,, Columbia and vintage SC prints. Hours: Showcasing original, collectible works of art by: Blvd., Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring original studio dedicated to raising the awareness of gallery-sc.com/index.html). ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Greenville Hilton Head Island. Ongoing - Featuring original Mon.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm & Sat., 10am-3:30pm. transcendent artist Abstract Alexandra, mixed- watercolors, acrylics and oil paintings and col- the visual arts in Conway and Horry County, Work by Philip Morsberger Coldwell Banker Caine Main Street Gallery, art work of regional and nationally known artists; Contact: 803/771-4451. media artist C.J. Martin-Marchese; landscape lector prints by Rita Smith as well as paintings SC. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: Greenville Area Hampton III Gallery, 3100 Wade Hampton Blvd., 428 S. Main Street, Greenville. Ongoing - Real plus unique handcrafted gift items. Also, the painter Susan Johnson; pop-surrealist painter and photography by 7 other SC artists. Also a 843/248-3558, or at (www.conwayglass.com). 10 Gallery Center, Taylors. Through June 10 Estate gallery with rotating art exhibits quar- best selection of prints and posters in the area. Jason Freeman and exclusive jewelry by selection of pottery, stained glass, wood turn- Downtown Greenville - "First Fridays," - "Philip Morsberger". Ongoing - works by Sig- terly. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Contact: Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am - 6pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. Esihle Designs. LAC also hosts monthly events ings, jewelry and other original crafts. Hours: Denmark featuring a gallery crawl presented on the first mund Abeles, John Acorn, Dave Appleman, Jane Shelley Windsor at 864/250-2850 or at (http:// Contact: 843/681-5169. featuring guest artists, authors, poets, musi- Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm & Sun. 12:30-6pm. Con- Fri, of the month from 6-9pm. Visit galleries Armstrong, J. Bardin, Carl Blair, Emery Bopp, blog.cbcaine.com/tag/main-street-real-estate- cians, dancers and more. Hours: Thur., 1-7pm, tact: 803/790- 0328. Jim Harrison Gallery, One South Main Street, throughout the downtown area. For info: (www. Bette Lee Coburn, Jeanet Dreskin, Tom Flowers, gallery/) or (www.christopherrico.com). Smith Galleries, Gallery of Fine Craft, Art, Fri., 1-8pm and Sat. 11am-2pm. Contact: call intersection of Main Street and Highway 78, fristfridaysonline.com). William Halsey, Lee Hall, James Kirby, Darell & Framing, in the Village at Wexford, upstairs 803/351-3333 or at (https://www.facebook.com/ Southern Pottery, 3105 Devine St., Columbia. Denmark. Ongoing - Featuring works by Jim Koons, Paul Matheny, Corrie McCallum, Glen McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture, in Ste. J-11, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, LACGallery/). Ongoing - Featuring pottery works by Ken Harrison including original paintings, limited West End area of Greenville, located on Miller, Daniel Marinelli, Mark Mulfinger, Charles Claussen Bakery Building, 400 Augusta Street, Hilton Head Island. Ongoing - Hilton Head’s Baskin, Donna Craven, Jeremy Davis, Kim edition prints and a variety of unlimited edition Pendleton Street just across from the Clemson Quest, Ed Rice, Merton Simpson, Laura Spong, Suite 200, Greenville. Through June 3 - Fea- complete gallery representing more than 300 Land Bank Lofts Gallery, 1401 Hampton Ellington, Bruce Gholson, Samantha Henneke, reproductions, bronzes, etchings and other Visual Arts Center, every Sat., from 10am-2- Carl Sublett, Leo Twiggs, Art Werger, Harrell turing works by Paul Yanko, in collaboration of the country’s finest craftsmen offering the Street, Columbia. May 1 - Aug. 29 - "South David Hooker, Rocky Lewycky, Peter Lenzo, collectible items from Harrison in his more than pm - The Village Market, a weekly artisan and Whittington, Enid Williams, Mickey Williams, Paul with Hampton III Gallery. Hours: Mon-Fri., 8am- finest in the area of jewelry, kaleidoscopes, Carolina Artists Annual Endangered Species Karen Newgard, Mark Peters, Ron Philbeck, Vir- thirty-year career as an artist. Hours: Tue., farmers market. Vendors vary, but typically in- Yanko, and Jas Zadurowicz Hours: Tue.-Fri., 5pm. For info call the gallery at 864-288-2771. wooden jewelry boxes, Sticks furniture, art Exhibit". A reception will be held on May 4, from ginia Scotchie, Gay Smith, David Stempfle, Ben Thur., & Fri., 11am-5pm and Wed. & Sat., clude arts, antiques and vintage dealers, along 1-5pm; Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 864/268-2771 glass, kitchen utensils, metal and pottery. The 6-8pm. The annual show by SC Artists is cre- Truesdale and Mike Vatalaro. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-3pm. Contact: 803/793-5796 or at (www. with produce and seafood providers and a or at Greenwood gallery carries original art as well as fine prints ated to raise awareness of animals, who by the 11am-6pm & Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact 803/251- jimharrison.com). small army of food trucks. For more information (www.HamptoniiiGallery.com). and reproductions and offers complete framing opening of the show may already be extinct. 3001 or at (http://southern-pottery.com/). or to request a vendor space, please contact services. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Con- Hours: Contact Manager to view art 803/828- Edgefield Teresa Slack, organizer, by e-mail at (teresa. Little House Art Studios, 602 Strange Rd., tact: 843/842-2280 or at Work by Jocelyn Chateauvert, detail 7790 as viewing times vary Mon – Sat. Contact: The Gallery at Nonnah's, 923 Gervais Street [email protected]). Taylors. Ongoing - Featuring exhibits of fiber art, (www.smithgalleries.com). 803/602-4814 or at (www.SouthCarolinaArtists. (right across the street from our old place), Jane Bess Pottery LLC, 206 Lynch St., mixed media collages and painting by Susan R. Gallery West, 134 State Street in West Colum- com). Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring works by Edie just off of Main St., around the corner from Art Crossing at River Place, 300 River Sorrell and Anne K. Taylor’s photography, paint- The Red Piano Art Gallery, 220 Cordillo bia. Through May 27 - "Jocelyn Chateauvert: Biddle, Ingrid Carson, Jan Fleetwood, Donna Glass Images, Edgefield. Ongoing - Func- Street, @ S. Main, along the Reedy River, ings and collages. Hours: by appt. only. Contact: Parkway, Hilton Head Is. Ongoing - Presenting Plant, Fiber, Paper, Object". Gallery West is Lewis & Clark Gallery, 1001 Huger Street, Rozier, Jennifer Edwards, and Michael Mott, in tional stoneware pottery by artist/owner, Jane Greenville, SC, or at (www.artcrossing.org). 864/517-4023 or at (www.littlehouseartstudios. a broad collection of 19th and 20th century rep- pleased to present an exhibition of the work of behind One Eared Cow Glass, Columbia. Ongo- various media. Hours: Lunch: M.-F., 11:30am-2- Bess. Working pottery studio and retail shop Ongoing - This site includes: Studio # 105 - com). resentational American paintings and sculpture. Jocelyn Chateauvert, an internationally known ing - Featuring work by Clark Ellefson and other pm; Evenings: M.-Th., 5-11pm; F., 5pm-12:30am; featuring many one-of-a-kind items....wonderful Cheryl Combs, call 864/650-6041 or at (http:// Landscapes, still lifes, genre scenes, figures artist based in Charleston, South Carolina. Cha- contemporary artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-6pm; Sat., 6pm-12:30am. Contact: 803/779-9599 or at entertaining pieces.Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am- www.skylarkstudios.net/); Studio # 111 - Kathy llyn strong, 119 North Main Street, Greenville. and historical subjects by many of America's teauvert uses traditional papermaking techniques Sat., 9am-3pm & by appt. Contact: 803/765-2405 (www.nonnahs.com). 5pm; Sat., 10am-2pm; or by appt. Contact: Young, call 864/266-9956 or at (http://www. Ongoing - featuring the works of over 60 na- leading representational artists, impressionists and plant fibers such as abaca, Manila hemp, or or at (www.lewisandclarklamps.com). 803/637-2434 or at (www.janebesspottery. jewelrybykathyyoung.com/); Studio # 109 - tional custom jewelry designers and glass blow- and expressionists are available for discriminat- flax. The paper itself is archival and with proper The Great Frame Up, 252-M Harbison Blvd., com). Steve Wallace, call 864/423-8863 or at (http:// ers. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am - 5:30pm. Contact: ing private, corporate and institutional collec- care, will last for hundreds of years. Work created Michael Story Studio/Gallery, 116 Brook Columbia. Ongoing - Original works by Edie www.creativeconceptsfoto.com/); Studio # 107 - 864/233-5900 or at (www.llynstrong.com). tors. Hours: M-F, 9am-5pm; Sat., 10am-3pm for this show will include sculpture, wearable art, Trout Ct., Lexington. Ongoing - Featuring Biddle and Suzanne Amodio. Variety of work by Edisto Island Jared Emerson, call 864/304-5124 or at (http:// or by appt. Contact: 843/785-2318 or at (http:// and objects made with light. Ongoing - Gallery traditional landscapes in oil & pastel by Michael local and regional artists. Giclee and serigraph jaredemerson.com/); Studio # 110 - Ron Gillen, Mary Praytor Gallery, 26 So. Main Street, redpianoartgallery.com/). West shares in Columbia’s creative life with art Story. Giclee & reproduction prints. Hours by reproductions on paper and canvas from some With These Hands Gallery, 1444 Hwy. 174, call 864/918-3341 or at (http://www.rongillen- Greenville. Ongoing - Exhibit of gallery artists from around the world and across the centuries. appt. only. Contact: 803/356-4268 or at of the world’s most collectible artists. Dealer next to the Old Post Office Restaurant, Edisto finearts.com); Studio # 103 - Larry Seymour, include; Scott Belville, Judy Jones, Kent Ambler, Kingstree Come and discover early prints and paintings, (www.michaelstory.com). for Somerset House Publishing, Gregory Edi- Island. Ongoing - The gallery offers a col- call 864/403-8863 or at (http://larryseymour- Stephen Dell, Spela Brencic, Jack Burgess, including work from established as well as tions / Washington Green Fine Art, Historical lection of unique handmade, one-of-a-kind, wildlifeart.com/); Studio # 104 - Al Keiser, call Margaret Dyer, Ashley Norwood Cooper, Jona- C. Williams Rush Gallery of African-Amer- emerging artists, all staged with antique furniture Mouse House, Inc/Susan Lenz Studio., 2123 Art Prints and others. Specialists in custom American craft. Representing over 150 artists, 864/313-1587 or at (http://www.alkeiser.com/); than Fenske, Dobee Snowber, Jim Heiser, Mary ican Arts & Culture, 200 Hampton Ave., and objects designed to make you feel “at home.” Park St. (historic Elmwood Park), Colum- framing. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-7pm. Contact: you will find: kaleidoscopes, wind chimes, jew- Studio # 106 - Matthew Zedler, call 828/404- Walker, Ken Page, Mark Mulfinger, and Mark Kingstree. Through June 1 - "The Color of Fine contemporary craft is likewise incorporated Work by Denise Waldrep bia. Ongoing - Featuring the working studio, 803/407-2156 or at (www.columbiasc.thegreat- elry, hand blown glass, stained glass, pottery, 6882 or at (http://www.matthewzedlerfineart. Anderson. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Thur.& Civil Rights". Researching and Documenting into our comfortable and welcoming surround- original fibers, and mixed-media artwork by frameup.com). oil lamps, wooden toys, wooden sculptures & com/); Studio # 101 B - Mark Mulfinger, call Fri. evenings & Sun. afternoons by appt. Contact: Main & Maxwell, 210 Main Street, at the the Williamsburg County Civil Rights Move- ings. A feature of the gallery is the unusual and Susan Lenz. After 14 years at Vista Studios, decoys, metal sculpture, fiber to wear, photog- 864/607-2769 or at (http://www.markmulfin- 864/235-1800. intersection of Main Street and Maxwell Avenue ment. Admission: Yes. Hours: by appt. Contact: beautifully crafted art jewelry from international, Susan will now be working at Mouse House. The Hive Studio and Gallery, 3310 Harrison raphy, original paintings, giclee’s, prints, and ger.com/); Studio # 112 - Cece Burnett, call Greenwood. May 10 - 31 - "Studies of Studio 803/397-1859 or at (www.cwilliamsrushgallery. national and regional designers. The gallery Also offering custom picture framing as well as Rd., across from Zesto just off Forest Dr., near more! Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 864/386-6806 or at (http://www.ceceburnett. Midtown Artery, 718-A S. Main St., West End, One: Drawing from Dance," features the work com). also specializes in the unique, offering exquisite a wide selection of antiquarian prints and bev- Richland Fashion Mall, Columbia. Ongoing 843/869-3509 or at (www.WithTheseHandsGal- com/); and Studio # 101 A - Judith Machmer, just one block below the Army/Navy Store and of painter, Denise Waldrep. A reception will objects for every budget. Whether shopping for eled mirrors. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-5pm & - Featuring exuberant watercolors by Betty Riv- lery.com). call 201/394-2468. Hours: Tuesday thru Satur- one block above The American Grocery Res- be held on May 10, from 5:30-7pm. Currently, Lake City the home, a holiday or your own heartstrings, you most Sat., 10am-2 pm. Contact: 803/254-0842; ers; soft and emotional mixed media by Martha day, 11am to 5pm and on 1st Fri., from 6-9pm. taurant, Greenville. Ongoing – Featuring con- Waldrep serves as Artist in Residence at Studio will enjoy art, antiques, and artisan-made objects, at (www.susanlenz.com); or M. T. Herman; spirited equestrian photography Florence Contact: at (www.artcrossing.org). temporary paintings by world renowned Andre One School of Ballet in Greenwood, SC. This Olio Studio, 104 West Main Street, Lake City. just across the Congaree. Hours: Wed.-Sat., (www.mousehouseinc.blogspot.com). by Tina W. Brown; sculpture by Jessica Barnes Desjardins, Fidel Garcia and Anita Lewis. Also month-long exhibit will feature painting and Ongoing - Olio Studio is an art studio that of- 11am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 803/207- 9265 or Smith, Elizabeth M. Barnes and Darlene Lynda English Gallery-Studio, 403 Second Art & Light, 16 Aiken Street, Greenville. Ongo- featuring original works by international artists figure sketches of current dance students of the fers classes, workshops, arty parties, paint your at (www.gallerywestcolumbia.com). Noble's Fine Art Gallery, 3300 Forest Drive, Doerr; ceramics by Sonya Wilkins and Janice Loop Rd., Florence. Ongoing - Featuring ing - The gallery brings together visual arts and Hengki Pudjianto, Eugenia Mangra, Yogendra school as well as a collection of nudes and figure own pottery, local art and other art events & Columbia. Ongoing - Featuring African- Sczescy. Also, offering classes ages 5-adult in works by local and regional artists in a variety of home accessories to provide a boutique that is Sethi and Victoria Stewart. Bronze sculpture drawings. Ongoing - A gallery and retail shop activities. Hours: Mon., 1-6pm; Tue.-Fri., 10am- Havens Framemakers and Gallery, 1616 American art, originals, giclees, serigraphs, a variety of mediums. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 1pm-6- media. Hours: Mon.-Fri., noon-5pm and by appt. at once unique and incredibly usable. This is by South Vietnamese artist Tuan and glass specializing in local South Carolina artists offering 6pm; and Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/374- Gervais St., Columbia. Ongoing - Exhibiting and lithographs. Portrait artist available. Artists pm and by appt. Contact: 803/467-4112 or at Contact: 843/673-9144 or at (www.lyndaenglish- the first fusion gallery in the area to offer varied sculpture by Barry Entner can also be seen. handcrafted art, pottery, jewelry, fiber and gifts 6546 or at (www.olio-studio.com). paintings by local artists: Jamie Blackburn, featured include: Jim Wider, Tyrone Geter, (home.sc.rr.com/hivestudio/). studio.net). and affordable original art along with wonder- Hours: Wed.-Sat., 11am-7pm, Sun., noon-5pm. for all occasions. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Diane Gilbert, Betsy Havens, Rob Shaw, Steven John W. Jones, Alice Simmons Bing, Keith fully original home furnishings and accessories. Contact: 864/232-0018 or at Contact: 864/223-6229 or at Lancaster Whetstone, James E. Calk and others. Featuring Tolen, Lori Starnes, and Carl Crawford. Also The Picture Place, 4711-9 Forest Drive, next Running Horse Gallery (Feather Pottery & Hours: Wed.-Fri., 11am-5pm & Sat., 11am-3pm. (www.midtownartery.com). (www.mainandmaxwell.com). an extensive collection of handcarved museum high quality African sculptures and handmade to CVS. Columbia. Ongoing - We have water- Interiors, LLC) 928 Old Wallace Gregg Road, Contact: 864/363-8172 or at (www.artandlight- Bob Doster’s Backstreet Studio, Gallery, & quality frames. Art and frame restoration. Hours: baskets. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-6pm; & Sat., colors, oils, acrylics and handmade papers by Florence. Ongoing - Featuring ceramic works gallery.com). Olde Towne Galleries, 1300 Laurens Road, Hilton Head Island Garden, 217 E. Gay St., at the intersection of Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-6pm; Sat., 10am-5pm. Con- 10:30am-5pm. Contact: 803-790-5892 or e-mail artist, Alicia Leeke, Lyssa Harvey, Lisa Gibson, by Sasha and Tari Federer. Their artwork is one- Greenville. Ongoing - A fine art gallery featur- White St. & Gay St., one and one half blocks tact: 803/256-1616 or at (www.havensframemak- at ([email protected]). Rita Smith, Jim Finch, Jan Swanson, Kathryn of-a-kind, hand crafted, using an array of firing Art Takes Over, a gallery of eclectic ele- ing works by local, regional and international Camellia Art, 8 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head east of Main St., Lancaster. Ongoing - Fea- ersandgallery.com). VanAernum, Noel Brault, Nita Yancy and F.M. techniques and surface decoration. Hours; 10am- ments of style, 5 Smith Street, @ A. Carrier artists, including watercolor landscapes and Island. Ongoing - Featuring custon framing and turing works by award winning sculptor Bob One Eared Cow Glass Gallery & Studio, 1001 Steingrers. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm and 6pm daily, but call first. Contact: 843/992-2178 or Studio, Pendleton Street Arts District, Green- florals by Judy Sahm, Celtic landscapes by art gallery with works by Marge Agin, Evelyn B. Doster, along with changing exhibits of local, HoFP, 2828 Devine Street, Columbia. Ongo- Huger St., Columbia. Ongoing - Handblown Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 803/782-6138. e-mail at ([email protected]). ville. Ongoing - Interior design, furniture, art, Donna Nyzio, pottery by Veronica Inman, pho- Ballentine, Vickie Ebbers, Cassandra M. Gillens, regional, and national artists working in all me- ing - Featuring original works of art from around glass by Tom Lockart, including perfume bottles, jewelry, pottery and lighting. Hours: Thur.-Sat., tography and hand-woven linens and garments Kelly Graham, Ben Ham, Brucie Holler, Bill Little, diums. Hours: by appt only. Contact: 803/285- the world and around the corner. Hours: Mon.- ornaments, vases, sculpture, bowls, and paper- Village Artists, Village at Sandhill, 631-8 The Clay Pot Coffee Shop, 166 S. Dargan 11am-5pm. Contact: 864/385-4884 or at (www. by Gail Gray and Russian Gzhel ceramics and Louanne Laroache, Lynn Parrott, Laurie McIn- 9190 or at (www.bobdoster.com). Fri.,9am-5:30pm; Sat.,10am-5pm, & by appt.. weights, in all price ranges. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Promenade Place, next door to Panera, off Two Street, Florence. Ongoing - Featuring works atogallery.com). handpainted boxes. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5- tosh, Brian Vaughn, and Martha Worthy. Hours: Contact: 803/799-7405 or at (www.hofpgallery. 9am-5pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 803/254- Notch and Clemson Rds., near I-20, Columbia. by local and regional artists. Hours: Mon.-Tue., pm. Contact: 864/235-5592. Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5:30pm & Sat., 9am-1pm. Chastain's Studio Lofts, 107 South Main com). 2444 or at Ongoing - The gallery features the works of 28 6:30am-3pm; Wed.-Sat., 6:30am-3pm & 5-9pm; Artists Guild Gallery of Greenville, 200 N. Contact: 843/785-3535 or at (http://camelliaart. Street, Lancaster. Ongoing - Chastain’s Studio (www.oneearedcow.com). local artists offering: workshops, monthly shows Sun. 8:30am-2:30pm. Contact: 943/407-1646. Main St. Greenville. Ongoing - The eclectic Ric Standridge Gallery, 1021 S. Main St., com). Lofts is a place for artists, wanna-be artists if ART Gallery, 1221 - 1223 Lincoln St., and exhibits. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-9pm & mix of works by the Aritsts members is always Greenville. Ongoing - We feature a continuing and those who appreciate visual arts or want Columbia. Through May 13 - "The Elizabeth Sun., noon-6pm. Contact: 803/699-8886. on display. Come in and enjoy the works of; series of Standridge paintings and individual to learn more about it. It’s a place of color and O’Neill Verner Governor’s Award for Lifetime continued on Page 51 Dottie Blair, Laura Buxo, Gerda Bowman, Pat artist exhibitions as well as theme and in- continued on Page 52 Page 50 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 51 exhibiting artists. We represent artists from North Asheville Urban Landscape Project to bring pro- mer sessions. In fall 1949 photography began and South Carolina in a variety of mediums fessional and emerging artists together to paint to be offered as part of the school’s regular including oil, pastel, acrylic and watercolor. We “en plein air”. She was a featured artist for the curriculum, with former student Hazel-Frieda SC Commercial Galleries offer ongoing studio art classes and workshops SC Commercial Galleries Asheville Urban Landscape Project in 2016. May Larsen being appointed the first full-time in- continued from Page 51 from established local and visiting artists. Hours: continued from Page 52 19 - June 23 - "Current Effects: Contemporary structor in photography. Photographic educa- Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. Contact: call 843-314- Woodfiring in Western North Carolina," curated tion at Black Mountain College often focused shapes, of imagination and beauty, of heart and Myrtle Beach / Grand Strand 0298 or at (www.pawleysislandart.com). People, Places, & Quilts, 129 W. Richardson Sumter by Josh Copus. The mountains of North Carolina on learning to see photographically, taking soul. Most of the pieces were done by artists Avenue, Summerville. Ongoing - Featuring harbor a rich history of woodfired ceramics that photographs, and the medium’s history. “Begin from Lancaster County and the surrounding Chapin Park, 1400 Kings Hwy and 16th Ave. The Cheryl Newby Gallery, 11096 Ocean Hwy fabric, books, patterns, notions, quilts and Folk Elephant Ear Gallery Fine Arts and Creations, forms the foundation of the region’s vibrant to See” will feature photographs by a variety communities, and most pieces are for sale at N., Myrtle Beach. 2017 Dates include: June 17., in The Shops at Oak Lea, Pawleys Island. Art. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm and Sat., 672 Bultman Dr., Sumter. Ongoing - Featuring contemporary practice. Western North Carolina is of artists including Josef Albers, Hazel Larsen reasonable prices. Classes are also offered at 24 & 25; Oct. 7 & 8; and Nov. 4 & 5 - "45th An- Ongoing - Representing Sigmund Abeles, 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/937-9333 or at (www. works by 23 artists offering every medium from home to some of the field’s top artists and also to Archer, Josef Breitenbach, Harry Callahan, the gallery. Hours: Tue. and Thur., 1-5pm and nual Art in the Park - Show & Sale," sponsored Ellen Buselli, Ray Ellis, Joseph Cave, Laura ppquilts.com). watercolor to angora grown rabbits producing a number of valuable young voices that continue Trude Guermonprez, Robert Haas, Clemens by appt. Contact: 803/804-3659 or at (www. by Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Guild. We will Edwards, Claire K. Farrell, Kathy Metts, Mike fur for spinning. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. to push the field of woodfired ceramics in new Kalischer, Barbara Morgan, Beaumont Newhall, chastainsstudiolofts,com). have over 60 artists from the East Coast, as far Williams, and Charles Williams; also sculptors Tea Farm Cottage, 808 N. Cedar St., Summer- Contact: 803/773-2268. directions. This exhibition speaks to the diversity Nancy Newhall, Andy Oates, Aaron Siskind, Work by Keith Spencer away as TN, with about 20 of those artists from Gwen Marcus and Catherine Ferrell. A large ville. Ongoing - Featuring works by the largest and strength of woodfiring in our region by bring- Stan VanDerBeek, and Jonathan Williams. Latta our local area. Typical art will include paintings, inventory of original antique natural history Carolina Gallery, 523 W. Main Street, Spartan- group of artisans and crafters in the tri-county Travelers Rest ing together established and emerging makers Ongoing - An exhibition space dedicated to woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, prints and engravings by Mark Catesby, John burg. Ongoing - Featuring fine art originals by area with 90 sellers under one roof, plus locally- alike to highlight the quality of what’s being made exploring the history and legacy of the world’s RJK Frames and Things, 112 E. Main Street, metal, pottery, leather and stone. Free admission J. Audubon, John Gould, and others. Also Sara Bonk, Julia Burnett, Linda Cancel, Scott made foods and antiques. Monthly arts and crafts White Rabbit Fine Art Gallery, 5 So. Main in the mountains today. As we survey the state most acclaimed experimental educational com- Latta. Ongoing - Featuring Imperial Russian and Kid friendly. For info call JoAnne Utterback, original antique maps and charts from the 16th Cunningham, Gerard Erley, Jack Farmer, Ann shows on our 1/2 acre property. Hours: Mon.- Street, Travelers Rest. Visiting Artists Hall, of woodfiring in Western North Carolina, this exhi- munity, Black Mountain College. Hours: Wed.- bone china, exceptional gold trimmed lacquer 843/446-3830 or at through the 19th centuries. Hours: Tue-Sat., Fields, Scott Harris, Robert Logrippo, Guido Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 843/871-1113. Through May 1 - Featuring an exhibit of works bition clearly conveys that the future is as bright Sat., noon-4pm or by appt. Contact: 828/350- boxes, Soviet propaganda posters, rare Rus- (www.artsyparksy.com). 10am-5:30pm. Contact: 843/979-0149 or (www. Migiano, Henry Nguyen, Michelle Petty, Mike by guest artists Cindy Hammond, Brad Carroway as our past. Participating artists include: Josh 8484 or at (www.blackmountaincollege.org). sian Orthodox Icons and Avant Garde draw- cherylnewbygallery.com). Reagan, Sylvia Spears, Keith Spencer, Staci Treasure the View - Sand Carved Glass, 129 and Ed Gibson. Ongoing - Our ongoing exhibit Copus, Akira Satake, Courtney Martin, Shawn ings. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 8am-6pm. Contact: Valor Memorial Park, 1120 Farrow Parkway, Swider, Kate Thayer, Robert Urban, Carey 1/2 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville. Ongoing - is ever-changing and features the work of the Ireland, William Baker, Joy Tanner, Michael Hunt Flood Gallery Fine Arts Center, 109 Roberts 843/752-9319 or (http://www.rjkframesandth- The Market Common, Myrtle Beach. Valor Pendleton Watson, and David Zacharias. Hours: Wed.- Unique sand carved glass sculptures created by founding members of the Gallery; all are local and Naomi Dalglish,Will Dickert, Shane Mickey, St., Asheville. Ongoing - Dedicated to advanc- ings.com/). Park, at The Market Common, in Myrtle Beach. Fri., 10:30am-5pm, Mon., Tues., & Sat. by appt. renowned artist Lex Melfi. Each piece is a one-of- artists from the Upstate area. Hours: Tue.-Sun., Eric Knoche, Joey Sheehan, Ken Sedberry, ing the careers of emerging and mid career Nov. 11 & 12 - "Waccamaw Arts and Crafts New Location Contact: 864/585-3335 or at (www. carolinagal- a-kind masterpiece produced by cutting images 11am-5pm; Fri. & Sat., 11am-6pm and lter on Linda McFarling, Amanda Holloman-Cook, Micah artists, as well as educating the public and fur- Lexington Guild's 45th Annual Art in the Park". We will Art Gallery on Pendleton Square, 150 Ex- leryart.com). into glass using high-pressured sand. Hours: by First Fri. Contact: Patty Cunningham at 610/659- Thanhauser, Matt Weigleitner, Andrew Stephen- thering the understanding of contemporary art have over 60 artists from the East Coast and change Street, Pendleton. Ongoing - The gallery appt. only. Contact: 843/875-7822 or at (www. 4669; or Susan Savage at 864/903-3371; or at son, Dustin Fowler, Dian Magie, David Vorhees, and its importance within the community and Mary Elliott Williams’ Studio, 1044 Hope Fer- as far away as Tennessee with about 20 of is operated by the Gallery of the Pendleton Creals Studio and Gallery, Suite 950, lexmelfi.com). (http://www.artintr.com/white-rabbit-gallery.html). Kim Ellington, and Matt Jones. May 19 - June beyond. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: ry Rd., Lexington. Ongoing - Precious Faces, those artists from our local area. Typical art will Square Artist Coop. Media include: paint in oils, Montgomery Building, 187 N. Church St. , 23 - "Iconography of the Early Anthropocene by 828/255-0066. artworks mainly in pastel and oil, commissions include paintings, woodworking, photography, acrylics and watercolor; mixed media; jewelry; Spartanburg. Ongoing - Featuring works by Jim Rees Perry". These new works are the result of accepted. Hours: by appt. Contact: 803/356- jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone. pottery and ceramics; sculpture in modern Creal. Hours: by appt. only or chance. Contact: mining the current collective consciousness to NC Homespun Museum, next to Grovewood 0381 or at (www.artistsofthesouth.com). No admission charge. Child and Pet Friendly! materials; fabric art; photography. Second Friday 864/597-0879 or e-mail at (jimcreal@mindspring. form a developing narrative of a posthuman cul- Gallery, at Grove Park Inn, 111 Grovewood Contact: JoAnne Utterback at 843/446-3830 or receptions (6-8pm) present works of a featured com). ture. Blending elements of human origin stories, Road, Asheville. Ongoing - This museum Sandlapper Art & Frame, 711 E. Main St., (www.artsyparksy.com). (non-member) artist or selected (member) artist, pop-science, conspiracy theories and medieval presents a historical overview of Biltmore Suite M, downstairs in Lexington’s Historic Old with refreshments. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5- Gallery East, 512 East Main Street, NC Institutional Galleries heraldry, the images speak through their symbol- Industries, an Arts and Crafts enterprise once Mill, Lexington. Ongoing - Offering custom pic- ARTSPACE 506, 506 37th Ave. South, North :30pm & Sun., 10am-2pm. Contact: 864/221- Spartanburg. Ongoing - The gallery features ogy and are laden with satire. An uncanny saga renowned for its hand-loomed fabrics. The ture framing and fine art sales. Also handmade Myrtle Beach. Ongoing - An alternative art gal- 0129 or at (http://www.artgalleryps.org). original art by local artists in various mediums Aberdeen The gallery is a cooperative venue of the Stanly is viewed as if from the distant future. Perry museum showcases memorabilia including gifts such as pottery, jewelry, metal art, etc. The lery in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina that as well as unique items for the home - antique Arts Guild. Member staffed, this gallery offers graduated in 1989 from the Ringling School of photographs, letters, artifacts, woven samples store has a very “coastal” flair but all mediums provides exhibition opportunities for established Pickens to modern, vintage and eclectic. We will also The Exchange Street Gallery of Fine Art, 129 the very best in local art and crafts including oil Art & Design in Sarasota, FL, with a focus on and tailored suits from the active years of the and subjects are exhibited. Hours: Tue.-Fri., and emerging artists. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 11am-6- be hosting art openings and special events for Exchange Street, in the old Aberdeen Rockfish and watercolor, photography, pottery and illustration and printmaking. Perry has maintained industry. Located on the historic Grovewood 10am-6pm; Sat., 10am-3pm; & by appt. Con- pm. Contact: at (www.artspace506.com). Court Street Gallery, 107 Court Street, Pickens. upcomming artists. We welcome you to come Railroad storage terminal, Aberdeen. May 5 - ceramic art, jewelry, native American art, gourd a working studio in the Asheville area since 1990, grounds, adjacent to The Omni Grove Park tact: 803/785-4278 or at (www.sandlapperart. Ongoing - Featuring works by Donald Collins by for a visit and as always please support the 25 - "InkMagic-Alcohol Ink and Beyond," featur- sculpture and much more. Hours: Tue.-Fri., where he experiments and hones his skills - al- Inn. Admission is free (donations appreciated). com). Collectors Cafe & Gallery, 7726 North Kings (painting); Kevin Collins (photography); Jamie the local arts! Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm, Sat., ing works by Deane Billings, Linda Drott, Pam 10am-5pm; Thur. till 6:30pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. ways chasing the ideal of the perfect iconography Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm, & Sun., 11am-5- Highway, Hwy. 17 and 78th Avenue, Myrtle Davis (ceramics); Joy Spirit Hawk Evans (jew- 10am-2pm, & for Artwalk Every Third Thursday, Griner, Clara Hulon, Kathy Leuck, Sandy Scott, Contact: 704/983-4278 or at (www.fallingrivers- for now. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Contact: pm. Contact: 828/253-7651. Mt. Pleasant - Isle of Palms - Sullivan's Is. Beach. Ongoing - 5,000 square foot gallery fea- elry); Robin Giddings (painting); Griz Hockwalt from 6 - 9pm. Contact: 864/804-6067 or at (www. KC Sorvari, Ann Truemper, and Emma Wilson. gallery.com). 828/258-0710 or at (http://ashevillearts.com/). turing local and regional artists. Hours: Regular (blacksmith); Renee Mendola (jewelry); and Joel thegalleryeast.com). A reception will be held on May 5, from 4-6pm. NC Glass Center, 140 Roberts Street, Suite C, A Simple Tree, 1304 Erckmann Drive, Suite cafe hours. Contact: 843/449-9370. Wilkinson (painting). Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am- Ongoing - The Artist’s League of the San- Asheboro Asheville Art Museum On The Slope, 175 Asheville. Ongoing - The North Carolina Glass D, Mt. Pleasant. Ongoing - Framing for artists 6pm & open until 9pm on the 3rd Fri. of each H + K Gallery, 151 W. Main Street, Spartanburg. dhills currently houses 35 artists-in-residence Biltmore Avenue, Asheville. Through May 14 - Center is a non-profit, public access glass and art galleries. Ready made frames in stock. The Howard Gallery, 532 West Broadway St., month. Call ahead to confirm times and dates. Ongoing - The gallery is c ommitted to restoring, studios and offers classes by local professional "Pop ‘n’ Op," an exhibition featuring works from studio providing daily educational offerings & Hours: call for hours. Contact: 843/606-0017 or Myrtle Beach. Ongoing - Featuring a frame Contact: call Kevin at 864/293-9078 or at (www. preserving and promoting the visual heritage of artists and workshops by nationally known the 1960s and 1970s that are considered part of demonstrations. We are proud to represent the at (www.asimpletree.com). Shop and gallery of local award winning artists courtstreetgallery.net). the region, we offer clients a broad spectrum of artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., noon -3pm. Contact: the Pop/Op era. Apr. 2 at 11am - "Slow Art Day". work of our artists and instructors in the NCGC with cards and small gifts as well. Hours: Mon.- collectible fine art. The depth and quality of our 910/944-3979, or at (www.artistleague.org). A reception will be held on Apr. 7, from 5-8pm. glass gallery. Hours: Mon.-Sun., 10am-6pm. Accent Framing & Gallery, 1303 Ben Sawyer Fri., 9:30am-5:30pm & 3rd Thur. of the month Rock Hill inventory is supported by a carefully curatorial On Apr. 28, at noon - "Art Break". The exhibi- Contact: 828/505-3552 or at (www.ncglasscen- Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. Ongoing - Original art by from 5-7:30pm. Contact: 843/626-3118. protocol. We ensure that every painting is Alamance County tion brings together over 30 works by Pop and ter.org). many of the Lowcountry’s best artists featur- Gallery 5, a contemporary artspace, 131 East original, has been appropriately restored and Op artists who rose to popularity in the 1960s. ing Martin Ahrens, Fletcher Crossman, Lynn The Loft at The Howard Gallery, 532 West Main Street, Suite 506 on fifth floor, downtown properly framed, and will present well. Hours: BAL Gallery, Holly Hill Mall and Business Throughout the 1950s, Abstract Expressionism Odyssey Co-Op Gallery, 238 Clingman Salkeld, Charles Parnell and Shea Fowler. Broadway St., Myrtle Beach. Ongoing - Featur- Rock Hill. Ongoing - Representing award- Tue.-Fri., 11am-4pm or by appt. Contact: Center, 309 Huffman Mill Rd., Exit 141 off of dominated the art world. Its practitioners - art- Avenue, Asheville. Ongoing - Our Gallery fea- Hundreds of prints and photographs in stock. ing a gallery of award winning artists, featuring winning American artists, over 40 from 18 states, 864/345-2262 or at (www.handkgallery.com). I85/I40, Burlington. Ongoing - Since the begin- ists like Jackson Pollack, Willem De Kooning, tures 24 local clay artists, working in a variety We also offer painting lessons by master art- paintings by Carol Belcher, Elaine Bigelow, including paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramics ning of Burlington Artists League in 1972, we and Mark Rothko - aimed to express their inner of styles to create functional and non-functional ists. Hours: M.-F., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-4- Sue Coley, Judy O’Brien and Jan Wurst, with and functional art. Hours: by appt., call 803/985- The Art Lounge, 500 E. Main Street, Spar- have grown to represent many local artists in psyche through energetic brushstrokes, spon- pottery and works of figurative and abstract pm. Contact: 843/884-5828. collage, origami and ceramics by Millie Doud, 5000 and e-mail at ([email protected]). tanburg. Ongoing - Local art and artists come our immediate area. BAL’s express purpose taneous drips and contemplative fields of color sculpture. Hours: Tue.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Con- ceramics by John Bolicki, photos by Suzanne “hang” at The Art Lounge. Monthly art events, is to promote and elevate the area artists and on monumental canvases. While their popularity tact: 828/285-9700 or at (https://www.facebook. Adele’s Pottery Studio & Gallery, 1659 Mid- Gaff, and photos and jewelry by Kelly Mez- The Frame Shop and Gallery, 570 N. Ander- painting workshops, and weekend “art markets” their fine art spirit in Burlington, NC, and sur- rose throughout the decade, the Abstract Expres- com/odysseycoopgallery). dle St., Sullivan’s Island. Ongoing - Featuring zapelle. Also a fine selection of framing by The son Rd., Rock Hill. Ongoing - Offering original are just part of what The Art Lounge has to rounding areas, thereby creating outlets for the sionist painters came to be seen as elitist and wheel thrown & hand-built clay works by Adele Howard Gallery. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-5- fine art, limited edition prints and posters as offer. Custom frame shop and gallery with the artists and encourging their continuing efforts to disconnected from the real world, attitudes that Southern Highland Craft Guild, Biltmore Works by Kate Johnston Deas Tobin. Also offering classes for children :30pm & 3rd Thur. of the month from 5-7:30pm. well as custom framing services. Hours: Mon.- newest frame samples and designs. Custom improve and create more art work. Along with opened the way for significant changes in artistic Village, 26 Lodge Street, former Biltmore Oteen and teens. Pottery on the wheel Sept.-May. Contact: 843/626-3118. Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 803-328-8744. mirrors, shadowboxes, canvas stretching and wall art and bin reproductions, the BAL Artists Sara Smith Self Gallery, W.H. Moring, Jr. production. This exhibition is one of the many Bank Building in Biltmore Village, Asheville. Hours: daily, 11am-5pm & by appt. Contact: framing, and more. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am- Gallery also includes 3-D art such as sculp- Arts Center,123 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. “pop-up” exhibitions the Museum is presenting at Ongoing - Featuring a wide range of work by 843/883-9545. North Charleston Seneca 5pm & Fri., 10am-4pm or by appt. Contact: tures and pottery. Hours: Mon.-Fri., noon-8pm; May 1 - 30 - Featuring works by Kate John- and in partner venues throughout Western North members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. 864/804-6566 or at (www.artlounge1.com). Sat., 10am-9pm, & Sun. for special events. ston. Johnston opened her pottery studio in Carolina while 2 South Pack Square undergoes including: pottery, glass, wood, jewelry, fiber, Artwerx Framing & Galleria, The Plaza @ Steve Hazard Studio & Art Gallery, 4790 Patina on the Alley, 114 Ram Cat Alley, Contact: 336-584-3005 or at (http://balartists. Seagrove, NC, in 2010. Her pots are made with its state-of the-art transformation. Hours: Tue.- metal, paper, mixed media and natural materials. Park West, Mt. Pleasant. Ongoing - Featuring Trade Street, located in the business park Seneca. Ongoing - Featuring limited edition Summerville com/joomla/). local materials, boldly carved with organic pat- Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. 1-5pm. Contact: at (www. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-7pm & Sun. noon-5pm. a unique, one-of-a-kind collection of original across from the Festival Center, off Patriot prints, giclees, originals, pottery and sculp- terns inspired by Art Deco design, and fired in ashevilleart.org). Contact: 828-277-6222 or at (www.craftguild.org). artwork, prints, giclees, hand painted gifts, Blvd. between Dorchester Road & Ashley tures by local and regional artists such as Beti Art Central, Ltd. Gallery, 130 Central Ave., 1873 Capt. James & Emma Holt White House, a large wood-burning kiln. Kate shows her pots custom mirrors, hand blown glass lamps, and Phosphate Road, Suite H, North Charleston. Strobeck, Wanda Heffelfinger, Gale McKinley, Summerville. Ongoing - Featuring fine art 213 South Main Street, 2 1/2 blocks off I85/40, throughout North Carolina and has lectured and Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square at hand made jewelry by local artists such as Ongoing - A new venue for on-going art shows Diana Pursch, Fran Humphries, Paul Frederick, originals, reproductions, one-of-a-kind jewelry exit#147, Graham. Home of the Alamance Coun- taught in North Carolina, Tennessee, and New Pack Place, Asheville. Ongoing - The Museum Greg Drexler, Susan Hauser, Will Helger, Steve of Contemporary Fine Craft and Fine Art avail- Connie Lippert, Kate Krause, Karen Dittman, and photography by local award winning artists. ty Arts Council. Sisters Gallery, May 5 - June 17 Jersey. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., is temporarily closed for major construction as we Neff, Richard Rose, Michael Story, and photog- able for purchase. A gallery and working studio Sue Grier, Bob Doster, and Brandy Weiner. We Representing: Bette Lu Bentley-Layne, Mary - "Moving Colors," featuring works by Sally Anger. 10am-2pm. Contact: 336/629-0399 or at (www. create the new Asheville Art Museum. Contact: rapher Lea Dales. Also - Professional, on-site featuring works by Steve Hazard including 2-D also have baskets by Pati English and Nancy Ann Bridgman, Renee Bruce, Christine Crosby, SunTrust Galleries, May 5 - June 17 - "Moving randolphartsguild.com). 828/253-3227 or at (www.ashevilleart.org). custom framing, as well as a space for gifts. & 3-D wall art, welded metal furniture, sculp- Basket. Photography by Jack Kates, Carl Judy Jacobs, Alexandra Kassing, Sarah Allums Colors," featuring works by Sally Anger. Ongoing Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-6pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. ture, functional objects, and jewelry in fused Ackerman, Dede Norungolo, and Witt Lang- Kuhnell, Yvonne L. Rousseau, June Sullivan, - We are committed to shaping the cultural iden- Asheville Area Asheville Gallery of Art, Ltd., 82 Patton Avenue, Contact: 843/971-4643. glass and etched clear glass. Art commis- staff. Also the working studio of Michael Brown. Delaine Walters, Kathleen Wiley and Detta C. tity of Alamance County by making art a tangible across from Pritchard Park opposite the old sions & unique design projects accepted. Find Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm. Contact: 864/888- Zimmerman. Featuring consignment artists presence in the lives of its citizens. We strive to Asheville Area Arts Council Gallery, 207 Coxe location, Asheville. May 1 - 31 - "Light + Line," Complements Gallery, 630 Johnny Dodds art beyond the ordinary, off the beaten path. 1110 or at (www.patinaalley.com). Wilma Cantey/pottery, Gary Nunn/woodworking, enhance the quality of life by engaging people Ave., in the Refinery Creator Space, downtown features new work by Asheville watercolor artist Road, Mt. Pleasant. Ongoing - Featuring pottery Contemporary abstracts, nonrepresentational Guenter Weber/walking sticks and sweetgrass in a diverse array of art through the delivery of Asheville. Through May 12 - "The Art of Portrai- Sandra Brugh Moore. A reception will be held by Mary Jeffries. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. & figurative works created by local, national & The Artist’s Loft, 121-B Townville St., (up- baskets and gourds by Sharon Perkins. Hours: programming and education, and through the ture: An Exploration of Modern Photography," on May 5, from 5-8pm. The artist describes her Contact: 843/881-4035. international artists including sculpture, objects, stairs) Seneca. Ongoing - Gallery and studio Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 843/871-0297 or provision of facilities, advocacy, promotion, and celebrates the differences, as well as the similari- show as combining three paths she likes to take original paintings & reproductions. Free admis- space for local artists/members including Edie at (www.artcgalleryltd.com). funding. Ongoing - Picasso’s Gift Shop, located ties that go into making an image of a person in her work. “One is my studio work where I am Karen's Korner, Gateway to the Beach sion and free parking. Hours: by appt only. Hamblin (winner of the "Blue Ridge Arts Coun- in the Captain White House, promises unique or a group of people a successful photograph. exploring how to define light in the landscape. An- center,1405 Ben Sawyer Blvd., near CVS, Contact: 843/864 4638 or e-mail to (afgraffiti@ cil 19th Annual Juried Exhibition)" and the new Four Green Fields Gallery & Gifts, 117-A finds of local, regional, and international art. The Each photographer creates images of people other path is creating my small designs by adding Mt. Pleasant. Ongoing - Offering high quality aol.com). pARTy, Social Art Classes. Hours: Wed.-Sat. Central Ave., Summerville. Ongoing - Featur- beautiful arts and craft items sold in the store help to document lives, make statements, tap into curvilinear lines to unfinished watercolors. The custon framing, originals and prints by Charlynn ,10am-5pm. Contact: 864/882-2711, e-mail at ing the new home of Silver Pail Pottery by support the artist in the community. Featuring emotions, express themselves, or capitalize third path is as a plein air painter,” Moore said. Work by Diane Tunkel Hanson Knight, Carol McGill, Sabine Avacalade, Kevin Pawleys Island, Litchfield & Murrells Inlet ([email protected]). potters Jillian and Robin Carway. The gallery a wide variety of art, pottery and glass. Admis- ideas. We encounter technical challenges and Ongoing - Featuring original works of art by 31 Curran, and Carol Ann Curran. Photography showcases the work of 45+ American fine craft sion: free. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: problem solve in infinite manners. The artists in local artists in oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastel, en- Southern Highland Craft Guild at the Folk by Scott Henderson, Marc Epstein, as well as Art Works in the Litchfield Exchange, 14363 Spartanburg artists with an emphasis on local and South 336/226-4495 or at (http://www.alamancearts. this exhibition invite the viewer to participate in caustic, and prints. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm, Art Center, Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 382, pottery, stained glass and other fine art objects. Ocean Highway, 2 miles south of Brookgreen Carolina artisans. Offering a wide range of org/). our exploration of 21st century portraiture that Sun., 1-4pm and first Fri. of the month till 8pm. Asheville. Main Gallery, Through May 21 - "Ar- Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. Gardens, Pawleys Island. Ongoing - Featuring Downtown Spartanburg, May 18, 5-9pm - talent from the master potter to the emerging captures a moment in time that will not be lost Contact: 828/251-5796 or at (www.ashevillegal- rowmont School of Arts and Crafts: 2016-2017 Contact: 843/971-4110 or at (www.karenskorner- original fine, functional and folk art by a score "Art Walk Spartanburg". Held on the 3rd Thur, silversmith. Other media represented include Mebane Arts and Community Center, 622 forever.Curated by Libby Gamble. Participating lery-of-art.com). Instructor Exhibition". The exhibition show- frameandart.com). of local artists in regularly changing displays. of every month art galleries and art spaces in fiber, wood, photography, baskets, paper, glass, Corregidor Street, Mebane. Through May 17 artists include: Cat Ford-Coates, Dathan Bran- cases works from fifteen Arrowmont instructors Paintings by Nancy Bracken, Barnie Slice, M. downtown Spartanburg will open their doors. metal, leather and handmade artisan products. - "Chrystal Hardt". Hardt is a visual artist with non, Rene Treece Roberts, Travis Eagledove, Black Mountain College Museum + Arts – professional working artists and university Sandpiper Gallery, 2201 Middle Street, across P. “Squeaky” Swenson and Jane Woodward, Participating are: Spartanburg Art Museum, Craft artists interested in exhibiting with Four 30 years of experience painting and exploring David Simchock, Joshua Niven, and Libby Center, 56 Broadway, Asheville. Through faculty from across the nation. These works the street from Poe’s Restaurant and beside as well as works in mixed media by Terry Artists' Guild of Spartanburg Gallery, HUB-BUB Green Fields can find an “Artist Info Packet” the world through visual media. She lives in Gamble. Through May 12 - "Plein Mountain Air: May 20 - “Begin To See: The Photographers represent the diversity of materials, techniques Station 22 Restaurant, Sullivan's Island. Ong- Belanger, Kathi Bixler, Roger Cleveland, Gwen showroom, Carolina Gallery, and West Main on the website. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. her hometown of Roxboro, North Carolina. She Magic and Mystery by Lisa Blackshear". After of Black Mountain College,” curated by Julie and artists who visit Arrowmont to teach their ing - Minutes from Charleston on charming Coley, Millie Doud, Zenobia Harper, Barbara Artists Cooperative. For more information call Contact: 843/261-7680 or at (www.fourgreen- has been exhibiting her work since her first solo graduating from the University of Minnesota in J. Thomson. While thousands of photographs craft. Participating artists include: Erin Anfinson, Sullivan’s Island, the gallery features a fresh Linderman, Mary Helen Lowrimore and Cindy 864/585-3335 or visit (www.carolinagalleryart. fieldsgallery.com). show in Hillsborough in 1991. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Studio Arts, Blackshear moved to New York City were taken at Black Mountain College there Christina Boy, Béatrice Coron, Heather Mae mix of breath-taking paintings, pottery, exquisite Valentine, and stained and fused glass by Sha- com). 9am-4pm. Contact: call the Center at 919/563- to pursue a career in art and illustration. Her has not been a detailed examination of photog- Erickson, Kenyon Hanson, Ana Lisa Hedstrom, jewelry and unique works in wood, glass and ron Knost, Suz Mole and Kathy Welde. Hours: Imperial Framing & Specialities, 960 Bacons 3629, ext. 2 or 919/304-3378 or contact the illustrations have appeared in “Newsweek”, the raphy at the College. “Begin to See: The Pho- Bryant Holsenbeck, Mi Sook Hur, Kristin LeVier, metal. The eclectic collection of works in this Mon.-Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: 843/235-9600 Art & Frame Gallery, 880 East Main, Bridge Road, Palmetto Plaza, Summerville. On- Alamance County Arts Council at 336-226-4495 “New York Times”, the “Wall St Journal”, and the tographers of Black Mountain College” will be Ana Lopez, Harvey Meyer, Angela Piehl, Liz Zlot gallery is sure to bring a smile and will interest or at (www.ClassAtPawleys.com). Spartanburg. Ongoing - Featuring works by local going - Featuring works by Lowcountry artists. or at (http://www.alamancearts.org/). “Village Voice” among other publications. Mean- the first in-depth exhibition and catalog devoted Summerfield, Jen Swearington, and Kimberly both the seasoned fine art collector as well as artists, custom framing and art supplies. Hours: Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. while her watercolor paintings inspired by street to this topic. Photography began as a workshop Winkle. Permanent Collection Gallery, Ongo- the fine craft enthusiast; from stunning paint- Island Art Gallery, a Fine Art Gallery, Villages Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 864/585-3700. Contact: 843/871-9712. Albemarle life in New York City were exhibited in galleries in at Black Mountain College in the 1930s. In ing - "Craft Traditions: The Southern Highland ings to special gifts from the lowcountry. Hours: Shops, 10744m Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island. New York and Minneapolis. A move to Asheville the 1940s visiting photographers gave some Craft Guild Collection". The Guild’s Perma- Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm. Contact: 843/883-0200 Ongoing - Island Art Gallery is an artist-owned Falling Rivers Gallery, 119 West Main St., allowed Blackshear to pursue her lifelong dream instruction, and starting in 1944 photography nent Collection is comprised of approximately or at (www.sandpipergallery.net). gallery with eight owner artists and twenty-seven next to Starnes jewelers, Albemarle. Ongoing - of fine art oil painting. In 2013 she organized the courses were offered during the College’s sum- continued on Page 53 continued on Page 54 Page 52 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 53 document the day-to-day life on the beloved Burlington The ArtsCenter, 300-G East Main Street, Carr- Lake Norman Art League Gallery, 442 Hickory Nut Gap Farm outside of Ashville. The boro. Ongoing - Nurturing the arts in the triangle S. Main St., located across the street from photos are also featured in the book Useful Point of View Gallery, 717 Chapel Hill Road, since 1974 through performance, education and Wooden Stone, next to Masterworks; enter at NC Institutional Galleries Work: Photographs of Hickory Nut Gap Farm Burlington. Ongoing - Featuring works by NC Institutional Galleries exhibition. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-9pm and Sat. the rear of the building, and turn right into the (Goosepen Studio & Press, 2015, with essays member artists: Kathy Alderman, Frances 10am-5pm. Contact: 919/929-2787 or at (http:// lobby, Davidson. Ongoing - Featuring works continued from Page 53 by Ken Neufeld). Mayer Gallery, Through July Baker, India Cain, John Dodson, Steven Dur- continued from Page 54 artscenterlive.org). by Lake Norman Art League members. Hours: 2400 craft objects and dates from the late 19th Museum is presenting a number of exhibitions 29 - "Collective Vigilance: Speaking for the New land, Debra Farmer, Bill Ferree, Brenda Garner, Paintings, pencil and colored pencil artwork screens by the painter Kajino Genzan (1868– Mon.-Fri., 8am-7pm. Contact: 704/620-4450 or century to present. Beginning with a donation and programs out in the WNC community while River". The 320-mile New River begins high in Wendy Gellert, Michael Kennedy, Cheryl Knox, varies from traditional still lifes and landscapes 1939), dazzling with their gold leaf background, Charlotte Area at (www.LKNart.org). from Frances Goodrich in 1931, the Permanent its 2 S. Pack Square location is closed for a the mountains of northwestern North Carolina, Peggy McCormick, Jacqueline Mehring, Chris- to abstracts. Portraits of people or animals are exquisite colors, and beautifully rendered flowers. Collection serves the Guild’s mission of craft major renovation and expansion project. Hours: deep in the heart of the Southern Appalachians. tine Seiler, Lane Watson, and Rose Wenkel. available. Photographic work captures mag- Through May 13, 2018 - "Color Across Asia," North Davidson Arts District Gallery Crawl - Latin American Contemporary Art Projects conservation and education. This new installation Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Contact: call the Museum The New, as it is affectionately called, actually Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm and Sat. & Sun., nificent landscapes, small moments in life, is part of a groundbreaking re-installation of the From 6-9 or 10pm on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of (LaCa), 1429 Bryant Street, in the heart of the will feature over 200 works that highlight our hold- at 828/253-3227. begins as two rivers, the North Fork in Ashe 1-5pm. Contact: 336/270-4998 or at (www. portraits, and far away places. The pottery and Ackland Art Museum’s Asian galleries, presenting each month. For info check (www.noda.org). revitalized FreeMoreWest neighborhood, Char- ings in traditional art: woodcarving, pottery, dolls, County and South Fork in Watauga County. PointOfViewGallery.com). clay art includes edgy handbuilt pieces, thought- the Museum’s acclaimed collection of art from lotte. Ongoing - LaCa Projects is a platform basketry, weavings and furniture. The subject of Black Mountain - Swannanoa The two forks join in Alleghany County and flow provoking sculpted masks, and decorative across the continent. Through June 4 - "Focus Uptown Gallery Crawl - From 6-8pm on the dedicated to the presentation, development, this ongoing exhibition is craft history – that of north from North Carolina’s Blue Ridge into Burnsville and functional pottery that captures images of on the Peck Collection". In January 2017, the 1st Friday of each month. and promotion of Latin American art and culture the Southern Highland Craft Guild and the Studio Black Mountain Center for the Arts, Old City Virginia and West Virginia. One of the oldest nature. Our jewelry artists provide a wide range Ackland Art Museum received its largest gift to within the United States. The gallery encour- Craft Movement. Focus Gallery, Through May Hall, 225 West State St., Black Mountain. Upper rivers in the world and certainly the oldest in the Throughout Mitchell and Yancey Counties, of hand-crafted necklaces, earrings, bracelets date when Sheldon Peck and his wife Leena South End Art Gallery Crawl - From 6-9pm on ages cross-cultural dialogue by representing a 9 - "Roots in the Guild: 9 Women Artists Today". Gallery, Through May 12 - "Orchestration," fea- United States, the headwaters of the New wind June 2 - 4, from 10am to 5pm - "Toe River and other ornaments from metals, stones, beads donated their extraordinary collection of 134 the 1st Friday of each month. small group of influential and thought-provoking The exhibit features works by Jimmie Benedict, turing a full scale installation by Julia C. Burr. This more than 100 miles through the Appalachians; Studio Tour." We have 53 studio sites with and fused glass. Our glass artist creates stained mostly 17th-century Dutch and Flemish master contemporary, emerging and mid-career artists, Ellen Crandall, Bernie Rowell, Gina Anderson, will be Burr’s 4th show at the Arts Center over the the forks join just a few miles south of the North 83 artists, in one of the largest and longest glass hangings, custom stained glass windows drawings, as well as significant funds for the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Levine as well as exhibiting a broader range of work by Pat Herzog, Judi Gaston, Ann Hughes, Diane past 15 years. Her evocative work challenges Carolina-Virginia line. The New River continues running studio tours in the country; you will and fused glass art. You can also find unusual stewardship of the collection, new acquisitions, Center for the Arts, 420 South Tryon St., established and Master Latin American artists. Tunkel Hanson, and Rosa Kennedy. Hours: daily viewers with its power, simplicity, intricate atten- its somewhat unusual northward flow through find craftspeople and artists in nearly every hand-made books and hand-painted porcelain and an endowed curatorial position in European Charlotte. Through July 3 - "Summing It Up The gallery, which has expertise in a number from 9am-6pm. Contact: 828/298-7928 or at tion to detail and humor, illustrating core emotions southwestern Virginia and West Virginia into medium, many tops in their field—from clay to both antique and new. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am- and American art before 1950. "Focus on the at the End: Alberto Giacometti’s 45 Drawings of different art media with a significant focus on (www.southernhighlandguild.org). of yearning, love, celebration, freedom and loss. the Kanawha and Ohio rivers - its waters even- glass, fiber to paper, 2 and 3-dimensional work, 5:30pm. Contact: 919/462-2035 or at (www. Peck Collection" is an ongoing series of installa- Portfolio". In 1963, in failing health, Giacometti paintings, will also be part of a larger planned Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/669- tually reaching the Gulf of Mexico by way of the soap to candles, jewelry, metal, recycled and carygalleryofartists.org). tions selected from the Peck Collection and the put together this portfolio of 45 photogravure expansion that includes open artist studios Southern Highland Craft Guild on Tunnel 0930 or at (www.blackmountainarts.org). Mississippi River. Main Gallery, Through June waiting to be used. The tour is a FREE, self- Ackland’s other holdings of related works of art, copies of drawings that illustrate his artistic and a dining concept. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 1-5pm Road, 930 Tunnel Road, Asheville. Ongoing 3 - "Studio Practices: Penland 9". So often the guided trip that will lead you to some unique Cary Senior Center, 120 Maury O’Dell Pl., in with the goal of supporting education in compara- evolution. May 12 - Sept. 10 - "Celebrating or by appt. Contact: Neely Verano at (neely@ - Work by members of the Southern Highland Blowing Rock hardworking artists who coordinate studio prac- places in our community that is situated be- Bond Park, Cary. Through June 17 - "Granpa- tive looking, historical analysis, and appreciation Jean Tinguely and ‘Santana’ . Tinguely’s Iconic lacaprojects.com) or call 704/609-8487. Craft Guild in various media. Hours: Mon.-Sat., tices at any institution are, truly, “behind the tween Mt. Mitchell and Roan Mountain. Studios parazzi Photography Club Exhibition". Granpa- of quality. Through Sept. 17 - "Los Trompos," is Sculpture," completed in 1966, turned 50 in 9:30am-5pm. Contact: 828/298-7903. Blowing Rock Art and History Museum, corner scenes.” “Studio Practices: Penland 9” brings are cleaned and open, usually with snacks and parazzi Photography Club was formed in the a large-scale, interactive installation of much- 2016; this survey of the sculptor’s development Levine Museum of the New South, 200 E. of Chestnut and Main streets, downtown Blowing the nine talented Penland Studio Coordinators a smile. For more information about the Studio spring of 2011 as a collection of avid photogra- larger-than-life spinning tops (trompos) in a will have sculptures from the Bechtler collec- Seventh St., corner of College St & Seventh The Center for Craft, Creativity and Design, Rock. Rankin West Gallery, Through July out of the studio shadows and into the bright Tour, visit the website at (www.toeriverarts.org) phers and those wanting to learn more about variety of colors and shapes. The tops will create tion and on loan, and more. May 12 - Sept. St., Charlotte. Through Oct. 22 - "K(NO) 67 Broadway, Asheville. Benchwork Gallery, 23 - "Inside Looking Out / Outside Looking In: lights of the Turchin Center. Working together or call 828/682-7215 (Burnsville) or 828/765- their cameras, specifically digital cameras. This is a playful destination for recreation and social in- 10 - "The Swiss Effect: Swiss Artists from the W Justice K(NO)W Peace," is a community- Through May 20 - "The Good Making of Good Paintings by Ronna S. Harris". Harris was trained to support the practices of other artists at 0520 (Spruce Pine). the third exhibition of the Granpaparazzi Photog- teraction on the terrace in front of the Ackland Art Collection". This is a companion exhibition to created exhibit about police-involved shoot- Things: Craft Horizons Magazine 1941-1979". in the philosophy of impressionism and its warm Penland has given the talented coordinators a raphy Club and we look forward to many more! Museum. In collaboration with Arts Everywhere, the Tinguely show, highlighting other Swiss art- ings throughout the nation and in Charlotte. The exhibit investigates "Craft Horizons", a wa- and cool palette, yet her current practice involves remarkable synergy; their artwork is individu- Burnsville Gallery, Toe River Arts Council, 102 For more about the club, join the group on the the campus-wide arts initiative established by ists with global impact. Ongoing - The Bechtler Co-created with activists and law enforcement, tershed publication, which ran from 1941-1979, a back-and-forth and intertwined relationship ally strong and compatible with one another W. Main St., Burnsville. Ongoing - Featuring 4th Thursday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm in UNC’s Chancellor Carol L. Folt, four other tops Museum of Modern Art is named after the the media, students, clergy and civic leaders, and explores how the magazine documented between American realism and abstract expres- – creating a dynamic and moving installation. works by artists from Mitchell and Yancey Coun- classroom 302. Bring your camera! Hours: Mon.- will be located in outdoor spaces on the UNC family of Andreas Bechtler, a Charlotte resident the exhibit explores the historical roots of the and shaped the concept of craft as a movement, sion. Formally, her paintings depict still lifes, Mezzanine Gallery, Through June 3 - "14th ties sponsored by the Toe River Arts Council. Thur., 9am-9pm & Fri.-Sat., 9am-6pm. Contact: campus. Designed by contemporary Mexican and native of Switzerland who assembled and distrust between police and community, tells career, way of life, and cultural phenomenon. portraiture, and details pulled from the landscape. Annual Appalachian Mountain Photography Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/682- 919/469-4081. designers Héctor Esrawe and Ignacio Cadena, inherited a collection of more than 1,400 art- the human stories beyond the headlines, and Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: call Conceptually, Harris discloses connections Competition & Exhibition." In its 14th year, the 7215 or at (www.toeriverarts.org). "Los Trompos" are inspired by spinning tops, the works created by major figures of 20th-century engages viewers in creating constructive solu- 828/785-1357 or at (www.craftcreativitydesign. between all three. The exhibition celebrates competition (AMPC) provides both amateur Herb Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson children’s toys that are popular around the world. modernism and donated it to the public trust. tions. The exhibition also captures the voices of org). this and many other diverging and converging and professional photographers the oppor- Cary Avenue, Cary. Through May 21 - "Nature Ap- The colorful surfaces of Esrawe and Cadena’s The Bechtler collection comprises artworks by local police, protesters, emergency personnel, relationships in her work through an exhibition tunity to showcase their interpretation of the preciation: Yun Soo-Hoo". The artist describes, “I tops are made of fabric woven in a traditional seminal figures such as Alberto Giacometti, faith leaders and others reflecting on their per- YMI Gallery, YMI Cultural Center, 39 S. Market of twenty oil paintings. Fort Gallery, Through unique character, people, places and pursuits Bond Park Community Center, 150 Metro Park always love nature and my paintings are mostly style by Mexican artisans. The Collection Gal- Joan Miro, Jean Tinguely, Max Ernst, Andy sonal experiences during Charlotte’s protests. Street @ Eagle Street, Asheville. Ongoing - "In July 23 - "Fire & Form: North Carolina Glass. The that distinguish the Southern Appalachians. Drive, Cary. May 1 - June 30 - "Jarrett Burch". about landscape. Each one of them is a piece of leries, Through May 18, 2018 - "The Collection Warhol, Alexander Calder, Le Corbusier, Sol The exhibit features photographer Alvin C. the Spirit of Africa". Featuring traditional and con- Museum is excited to present a curated selection The categories include: Adventure, Blue Ridge Burch’s series of colorful abstract acrylic paint- Heaven.” May 26 - July 23 - "Heidi Rabe: Button Galleries". In this beautifully designed installation, LeWitt, Edgar Degas, Nicolas de Stael, Barbara Jacobs Jr.’s powerful images of local and na- temporary African masks, figurative woodcarv- of regional contemporary glass sculpture. The Parkway, Culture, Our Ecological Footprint, ings on canvas. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-10pm Tree Photography". A reception will be hel don the Ackland presents a powerful and stimulating Hepworth and Picasso. Only a handful of the tional protests and compelling displays curated ings, beadwork, jewelry, and textiles. Discover exhibition will explore the history of glass as a tra- Flora/Fauna and Landscape. Community Gal- and Sat., 9am-6pm. Contact: 919/462-3970 or at Jone 30, from 6-9pm. Rabe’s interest in buttons selection of over 260 works from its extensive artworks in the Bechtler collection have been by Dr. Tiffany Packer and students at Johnson the purpose of mask and sculptures, which reflect ditional Appalachian craft and the studio practices lery, Through June 3 - "Pieces of the Puzzle: (www.townofcary.org). began when she was a little girl at her grand- permanent collection. Museum Store Gallery on public view in the United States. Admission: C. Smith University. A community-response African ancestral heritage and learn to appreci- of several contemporary glass artists across the An exhibition of the Educational Outreach mother’s house. Like so many moms and grand- (Franklin and Columbia Street), Store hours: Yes. Hours: Mon., Wed.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun. section looks at the meaning of the Charlotte ate symbolism and abstraction in African art. YMI region." Ongoing - "Selections from the Collec- Program of TCVA". The Turchin Center’s arts mas at the time, she had a box filled with buttons. Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm & Sun., noon-5pm. noon-5pm; and open until 9pm the 1st. and 3rd. Protests—highlighting the diverse perspectives Conference Room, Ongoing - "Forebears & tion". The Museum has dedicated three exhibition and education outreach programs connect the Heidi has taken her love for buttons to the great Museum Hours: Wed, & Thur., 10am-9pm; 2nd Fri. of each month. Contact: 704/353-9200 or at held by community stakeholders and others Trailblazers: Asheville’s African American Lead- spaces to its permanent collection. Works in university arts resources to a diverse audi- outdoors. She calls it “button tree photography.” Fris. 10am-9pm; all other Fris., 10am-5pm; Sat. (www.bechtler.org). impacted by recent events. Ongoing - "Cotton ers, 1800s –1900s". The permanent exhibit offers the collection range from prominent American ence of students, arts patrons, teachers and Each picture reminds her of the women who 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 919/966- Fields to Skyscrapers," featuring a permanent a pictorial history of African-Americans from Impressionists, such as Elliott Daingerfield and learners. There are many “pieces of the puzzle” stitched buttons on her clothing and taught her 5736 or at (www.ackland.org). Charlotte Art League Gallery & Studios, exhibition featuring interactive environments throughout Western North Carolina. Photographs William Charles Anthony Frerichs, to works of the Turchin’s outreach programs and each how to sew. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-10pm; and 1517 Camden Road, South End, Charlotte. On- that trace the history of the New South from of both influential and everyday people create by more locally based artists, including Philip piece strengthens community participation in Sat., 9am-6pm. Contact: 919/4604965 or (www. going - CAL houses one of the area’s largest the end of the Civil War until today. Admission: a panorama of the variety of life among blacks Moose and Herb Cohen. The opening display the arts by creating an environment in which in- townofcary.org). collections of local professional and emerging Yes. Free on Sat. Parking: next door in Seventh in the mountain region. Here are the young and is guest curated by Jonathan Stulhman, Senior dividuals of all ages experience the power and artists, offering affordable fine art in a variety of Street Station. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & old, the prominent and the unknown, the men Curator of Modern, American, and Contemporary excitement of creating art. Hours: 10am-6pm, Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 styles and media: acrylics, oil, pastel, water- Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 704/333-1887 or at and women who helped create our city's life. YMI Art at the Mint Museum, Charlotte. Ongoing - the Tue., Wed., Thur., & Sat. and Fri.,noon -8pm. Ambassador Loop, Cary. Through June 24 - " color, mixed media, photography and sculpture, (www.museumofthenewsouth.org). Drugstore Gallery, Ongoing - "Mirrors of Hope BRAHM will host exhibits, educational programs Contact: Hank T. Foreman at 828/262-3017 or PAQA-South (Professional Art Quilters Alliance and fiber art. Tour studios of working artists. and Dignity". A moving and powerful collection of and classes that promote the visual arts, history at (www.turchincenter.org). - South) the 13th International juried exhibit Admission: Free. Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11am-3- McColl Center for Art + Innovation, 721 drawings by the renowned African-American art- and heritage of the mountains of western North ARTQUILTS respite, featuring innovative art pm; Fri., 5-9pm; Sat., noon-4pm; Sun., 1-5pm. North Tryon Street, Charlotte. Through May ist Charles W. White. Entry, Ongoing - "George Carolina. Admission: Yes. The Museum will be Brasstown quilts will be on display reflecting the artist’s Closed Dec. 22-Jan. 1. Contact: 704/376-2787 27 - "Tell Me More," featuring works by Dustin Vanderbilt's Young Men's Institute, 1892-Pres- free on Thursdays from 4-7pm. Hours: Tue., interpretation of respite - a short period of rest or at (www.charlotteartleague.org). Farnsworth, Joyce J. Scott, and Mary Tuma. ent". Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-5- Wed., Fri., & Sat., 10am-5pm; Thur., 10am-7pm; Folk School Craft Shop, John C. Campbell Folk from something difficult. Respite is a short period Hours: Thur.-Fri., 3-9pm & Sat., 11am-6pm. pm. Contact: 828/252-4614. and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 828/295-9099 or at School, Olive D. Campbell Building, Brasstown. of rest from something difficult. Exhibiting artists Davidson College Art Galleries, Belk Visual Contact: 704/332-5535 or at (www.mccollcen- (www.blowingrockmuseum.org). Ongoing - The shop represents more than 300 will share their interpretation of respite in art quilt rts Center, 315 North Main and Griffith Streets, ter.org). ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Asheville juried craftspeople and features an impressive form. For info visit (www.paqa-south.org).Hours: Davidson. Van Every Gallery, Through May 10 The North Carolina Arboretum, Milepost 393, Southern Highland Craft Guild at Moses Cone collection of traditional and contemporary Appala- Mon.-Thur., 10am-9:30pm; Fri., 10am-5pm; & - "Annual Student Exhibition." Juror is Endia Beal, Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Road, Blue Ridge Parkway, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Manor, Milepost 294, Blue Ridge Parkway, chian craft, including jewelry, pottery, wood, fiber, Sat., 10am-1pm. (It is strongly advised that you Director at the Diggs Gallery at Winston-Salem Charlotte. Through Aug. 13 - "The Wyeths: Way, Asheville. Ongoing - The Asheville Quilt Blowing Rock. Ongoing - Featuring the work of ironwork, basketry and other disciplines. You’ll call ahead about hours this space will be open.) State University. May 30 - July 27 - "Recent Ac- Three Generations, Works from the Bank of Guild features a permanent, rotating quilt exhibit members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild find marquetry earrings, clay serving platters, Contact: 919/460-4963. quisitions". Smith Gallery, May 15 - 20 - "Group America Collection". This exhibition is a testa- at Arboretum’s Education Center. Visitors can members in various media. Demonstrations turned-wood bowls, functional fireplace poker Show: Senior Art Majors 2017". May 30 - July 27 ment to the profound artistic impact made by sets and many more unique items. The shop is Town Hall Gallery, City of Cary Town Hall, 316 - "Group Show: Rising Senior Art Majors, Class also enjoy the Arboretum’s Quilt Garden year- offered each month. Hours: daily 9am - 5pm. Works by Kenny Piper the Wyeth family, providing a window onto the round, with plantings and patterns that change Contact: 828/295-7938 or e-mail at (parkway- also proud to be the home of the world-renowned North Academy Street, Cary. Through May of 2018". Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm and Sat. careers of five of the family’s artists through more with the seasons. Admission: Yes. Hours: Educa- [email protected]). Brasstown Carvers. A book room houses hun- Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. Cary 21 - "Kyle Jerrett: A Journey through Colors". & Sun., noon-4pm. Contact: 704/894-2519 or at than fifty remarkable paintings and drawings. For tion Center hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: dreds of instructional and celebratory books on Arts Center Gallery, Through May 14 - "Lost The exhibit is a series of acrylic paintings. Jerrett (www.davidsoncollegeartgalleries.org). more than a century, the members of the Wyeth 828/665.2492 or at (www.ncarboretum.org). Boone everything from basketry to writing. Buy a few art Language: Susan Brandeis". This body of work describes “I started doing abstract art about two family have been renowned for creating works of Work by Chieko Murasugi supplies or a CD from our collection of tradi- has evolved over a number of years. Brandeis’ years ago after going through a big change in Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-Amer- art that fascinate and captivate the imaginations Appalachian Cultural Museum, University Hall tional Appalachian music. You can take home fiber works interweave the personal and the my life. I expressed myself through my paintings FRANK, 109 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. ican Arts & Culture, Levine Center for the of their viewers, making the Wyeth tradition one Drive, off Hwy. 321 (Blowing Rock Road), Boone. a Folk School t-shirt, hat or bag as a souvenir. universal, the past and the present. The artist and found it to be relaxing and therapeutic.” May May 9 - June 3 - "Featured Artists," with works Arts, 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte. Through July of the most enduring and celebrated legacies in Ongoing - The permanent exhibit area includes, Find the perfect scenic postcard to tell everyone describes “Lost Language a blend and interpreta- 26 - July 23 - "Saskia Leary: Portraits". A recep- by Keith Allen & Alan Dehmer, and "Special 6 - "Jordan Casteel: Harlem Notes," featuring all of American art. The Wyeths: Three Genera- TIME AND CHANGE, featuring thousands of back home about your visit to the Folk School. tion of diverse influences through the stitched tion will be held on June 30, from 6-9pm. Leary’s Guests," featuring works by Kenia Brea, Bryant an exhibition of recent paintings by Harlem tions, Works from the Bank of America Collection objects ranging from fossils to Winston Cup Hours: Mon.-Sat., 8am-5pm; Thur. til 6pm and marks of my hand and the joining of collected portraits are inspired from the people and places Holsenbeck, Chieko Murasugi & Jason Smith. based artist, Jordan Casteel. The exhibition is a testament to the profound artistic impact race cars to the Yellow Brick Road, a section of Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 800/365-5724 or at (www. and layered fabrics. Old household lines and she has encountered during her extensive trav- A reception will be held on May 12, from 6-9pm. combines her exterior portraits with details that made by the Wyeth family, providing a window the now closed theme park, "The Land of Oz". folkschool.org). remnants from my own past works combine with els. Leary is a native of the Netherlands and after May brings to the spotlight furniture maker explore intimacy and the document. Through onto the careers of five of the family’s artists Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & new materials to hold the stories. Each layer moving to Cary in 2005 she became seriously Keith Allen, and alternative process photogra- July 8 - "Zun Lee: Father Figure," is at once through more than fifty remarkable paintings and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 828/262-3117. Brevard interweaves with the last—words and pages, interested in photography. She is influenced by pher Alan Dehmer. These two artists highlight documentary photography and personal visual drawings. Bridges and Levine Galleries, Ongo- smudged and partly hidden meaning, impre- painters that use naturalism and realism to depict the excellence of the FRANK members and storytelling. Through intimate black-and-white ing - "Contemporary British Studio Ceramics: Turchin Center for the Visual Arts, Ap- New Location cisely erased and reused, familiar-seeming yet things as they actually are. Hours: Mon.-Fri., bring together two artists whose work is visu- frames, the aim is to provide insight into The Grainer Collection". Focused on the collec- Art Booth of Dan Neil Barnes palachian State University, 423 West King Number 7 Fine Arts and Crafts Gallery, 2 West unreadable scripts.” May 26 - July 23 - "Glass 8am-5pm. Contact: 919/469-4061. ally complementary, and highlight the use often-overlooked aspects of Black fatherhood. tion of Diane and Marc Grainer, this installation is US Cellular Center, 87 Haywood Street, down- Street, Boone. Gallery A, Through May 6 Main Street, historic McMinn building, Brevard. on Fire in the Mountains". A reception will be held of materials and process to bring their work Through July 8 - "Alison Saar: The Nature of a survey of contemporary British studio ceramics. town Asheville. May 20 and 21, from 10am-5pm - "A Thousand Steps, A Thousand Stitches: Ongoing - A Fine Arts and Fine Crafts coopera- on June 30, from 6-9pm. The exhibition features Chapel Hill - Carrboro to life. The 2017 Guest Invitational includes Us," explores themes of motherhood, the role Comprising functional and sculptural objects - "1st annual Asheville Fine Art Show," produced Figurative Quilts by Susan Sharpe". Sharpe tive featuring the juried works of 22 of Transyl- the studio work of seven glass artists working on painters Kenia Brea, Chieko Murasugi, mixed of women, the intensity of their hearts, and made between the 1980s and today, the show by Hot Works, LLC. This is a high quality, juried embraces the “odd and interesting over the vania County's finest artists and craftspeople. the Burnsville Glass Gateway, a public art project Plaza at 140 West Franklin Street in down- media installation artist Bryant Holsenbeck, and their embodiment as nature by highlighting the features work by artists either born or residing in fine art show, featuring up to 150 artists, where predictable and reasonable.” Her playful quilts New works on display daily. Hours: Mon.-Sat., designed by public artist Jack Mackie in collabo- town Chapel Hill. 1st & 2nd Fri. - Every sculptor Jason Smith, each chosen based on works of renowned artist Alison Saar. Through Great Britain, including established “contempo- all work is original and personally handmade by are not for for the guest bedroom. They are 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/883-2294 or at (www. ration with renowned glass artists from Mitchell, Friday beginning in April we will host our Live the quality of their work, while also considering July 8 - "The Future is Abstract,: curated by rary classics” like Gordon Baldwin and Rupert the artist in the show. All disciplines are for sale colorful, quite large, and tell complicated stories number7arts.com). Yancey and Buncombe counties in western North and Local Music and Art Series at the 140 West at how they align with FRANK Gallery’s values Dexter Wimberly, the exhibit highlights the work Spira, and cutting-edge ceramicists such as and there is something for everyone, in all price in the best tradition of narrative quilt-making. Carolina. They are developing public art features Plaza. Our 2nd Friday events will include visual and community initiatives. Each brings a very of four multidisciplinary, contemporary artists Julian Stair and Kate Malone. Several recently- ranges. Hot Works, LLC, which has been produc- Throughout history, many diverse communi- Transylvania Community Arts Center as gateways into Burnsville’s Main Streets from arts. 2nd Fridays are the Chapel Hill Downtown unique, contemporary voice to their work and working in abstract painting and mixed-media. gifted works from the Grainers are included. ing quality art fairs and festivals since 2003. ties have explored the art of quilting: to keep Gallery, 349 S. Caldwell St., Brevard. May Highway 19E. The exhibition will highlight the Partnerships Art Walk. For info visit (www. to FRANK. Ongoing - Featuring work from The exhibition includes an array of rigorous, Alexander, Spangler, and Harris Galleries, Today, Hot Works owns four top 100 art shows in warm, to decorate their homes, as gifts, to 5 – 26 - " T h e O t h e r S i d e , " a n o p e n a r t e x h i b i t . studio work of these extraordinary glass artists townofchapelhill.org). over 70 artists, Frank offers more than you’d process-driven works made from reclaimed or Ongoing - "Portals to the Past: British Ceramics the nation. There will also be a Youth art competi- express political and cultural view points, and A reception will be held on May 5, from 5-7pm. and tell the story of how they came together to expect from an art gallery. Frank is a collective, found materials, as well as classic painting and 1675 - 1825". The Mint Museum’s collection of tion for K-8 or ages 5-13. Admission: $8 per day to commemorate loved ones. Traditionally May 26 – 29 - "White Squirrel Photo Contest create a glass icon for this beautiful small NC Ackland Art Museum, UNC - Chapel Hill, Co- founded by the area’s finest artists working production techniques. Rushern Baker, De- eighteenth-century British pottery and porcelain or $10 for 2-day. For more information, please made by hand and often collaboratively, quilts 2017". The TC Arts Council and the Heart of town. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 9am-10pm & Fri.-Sat., lumbia & Franklin Streets, Chapel Hill. Through together to open the door for creative innova- Shawn Dumas, Torkwase Dyson’, and Brenna is widely respected for its scope and quality. visit (www.hotworks.org) or e-mail Executive Pro- are frequently made of whatever fabric can be Brevard Present the "13th Annual White Squir- 9am-11pm. Contact: 919/469-4069 or at (www. May 14 - "Flora and Fauna". A glorious display of tion in the arts. Hours: Summer, Wed.-Thur., Youngblood. Ongoing - Featuring selections The collection numbers over 2,000 objects and ducer Patty Narozny at ([email protected]). easily found. Sharpe uses alpaca, mohair, silk rel Photography Contest," as part of the White townofcary.org). the importance of animals and plants in Asian art, noon-5pm; Fri., Noon-8pm; Sat., 10am-5pm from the John & Vivian Hewitt Collection of includes important examples of both salt-glazed and a variety of natural fibers: milkweed, yucca Squirrel Festival Weekend (May 27 – 29). Hours: “Flora and Fauna” will feature a wide variety of and Sun. 1-5pm. Contact: 919/636-4135 or at African-American Art, one of the nation's most and dry-bodied stoneware from Staffordshire; Wells Fargo Bank, 1 Haywood Street, down- and hops in her hand-made and machined Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 828/884-2787 or Cary Gallery of Artists, 200 S Academy St, Ste art works, including prayer rugs from the Middle (www.frankisart.com). important and comprehensive collections of tin-glazed earthenware from Bristol, Liverpool, town Asheville. Through June 30 - "Dodge quilts. Gallery B, Through May 6 - "Useful at (http://www.tcarts.org/). 120, Ashworth Square, Cary. Ongoing - The East, statues from India, Chinese paintings, African-American art. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am- and London; and cream-colored earthenware Silver 'Pop-Up' Exhibition", featuring works Work: Photographs of Hickory Nut Gap Farm gallery offers high quality art in a variety of styles. and much more. It will also mark the debut of 5pm & Sun. 1-5pm. Contact: 704/547-3700 or from Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Yorkshire. the Ackland’s newly acquired pair of Japanese at (www.ganttcenter.org). of silver by William Waldo Dodge, Jr. The by Ken Abbott". Ken Abbott’s quiet photographs continued on Page 55 continued on Page 56 Page 54 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 55 Professor Tom Ashcraft and Peter Winant. on public and private commissions, in addition :30pm. Contact: 336/273-6605. refer to something beyond itself or of it being Through May 5 - "MIWA MATREYEK: INFINITE- to exhibiting and selling their work at the Liberty executed by the artist’s own hand. For example, LY YOURS." Animator, director, designer, and Arts Gallery. Hours: call for hours. Contact: NC A&T State University Galleries, 1601 E. Sol LeWitt’s wall piece displays the Minimalists’ NC Institutional Galleries performance artist Miwa Matreyek creates live, 919-260-2931, e-mail at (info@libertyartsnc. NC Institutional Galleries Market Street, Dudley Building, NC A&T State preference for the impersonal, geometric, and continued from Page 55 staged performances where she interacts with org) or at (www.libertyartsnc.org). continued from Page 56 University, Greensboro. Ongoing - The Mat- modular. In addition, by hanging it on the wall, her animations as a shadow silhouette. Hours: tye Reed African Heritage Collection seeks to LeWitt questioned and compressed the hereto- Notable eighteenth-century porcelain factories collections of the Mint Museum of Craft + Design, Tue.- Fri.,10am-4pm & Sat., 1-4pm. Contact: North Carolina Central University Museum art that hangs within our walls. Stained glass, theartscouncil.com/). educate people about the culture, history and ac- fore division between two- and three-dimensional represented include Chelsea, Bow, and Vauxhall as well as the American Art and Contemporary 828/227-3591 or at (http://www.wcu.edu/mu- of Art, 1801 Fayetteville Street, Durham. pottery, photography, fiber arts, and painting in complishments of African societies and peoples work, a concept later explored by Allan McCollum in London, Longton Hall in Staffordshire, Worces- Art collections and selected works from the Eu- seum/). Ongoing - Permanent collection focuses on various media. We have metal art by Jonathan Fuquay-Varina of African descent. It achieves this through the in his plaster “paintings.” Still other artists such as ter, Bristol, and others. Individual works in the ropean Art collection. The building also includes African American art of the 19th & 20th century, Bowling and Woodrow Slade, various forms of development of exhibits drawn from its extensive Fred Sandback and Richard Haas, and later Emil collection are exceptional because of their rarity, a café, a Family Gallery, painting and ceramics Dillsboro including works by Edward Mitchell Bannister, art by Christine Henninger, oils by Jane Perry, 600 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, 2nd collection of African artifacts, which represent a Lukas and Peter Alexander, investigated non-art craftsmanship, provenance, or as representa- studios, classrooms, a 240-seat auditorium, a Henry Ossawa Tanner, Romare Bearden, Jacob wood art by several local artist. You will find Friday, 5-9pm - "Art after Dark". The Fuquay- cross-section of African cultures from over thirty- materials like spring steel, paper cups, and resin. tive examples of particular types or methods of Special Events Pavilion with outdoor terrace, and Jackson County Green Energy Park, 100 Lawrence, Elizabeth Catlett, and Norman Lewis. your visit to Edenton enjoyable and the Gallery Varina Arts Council will showcase local talent. five countries. The collection is made up of fine Rounding out the exhibition are works by Agnes production or decoration. Ongoing - "American an expanded Museum Shop specializing in crafts Green Energy Park Rd., Dillsboro. Ongoing As well as more contemporary works by Sam a delight to your artist senses. Hours: Mon.-Fri., This free event will include live music, an artist examples of African material culture including Martin, Eva Hesse, Ellsworth Kelly, Sean Scully, Glass". The nineteenth and early twentieth cen- of the Carolinas. Admission: Yes. Hours: Wed., - Featuring art created with renewable energy Gilliam, Richard Hunt, William Artis, and Kerry 11am-4pm & Sat.-Sun., 10am-2pm. Contact: market, and kids creative activities. For further sculptures, masks, figures, household imple- and Christopher French, among others. The turies represented a time of extraordinary growth 11am-9pm (free admission 5-9pm); Thur.-Sat., featuring blown glass, forge-hammered metals, James Marshall. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 9am-4:30pm & 252/482-8005 or at (www.chowanarts.com). info visit (www.FVartscouncil.org). ments, musical instruments, and textiles. The Gregory D. Ivy Gallery and The Weatherspoon for the American glass industry. Such companies 11am-6pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 704/337- ceramics. The Jackson County Green Energy Sun., 2-5pm. Contact: 919/560-6211 or at (http:// modern collection includes works from Nigeria, Guild Gallery, Through Aug. 6 - "Affinities & as Boston & Sandwich Glass Company in Sand- 2000 or at (www.mintmuseum.org). Park (JCGEP) utilizes clean, renewable energy www.nccu.edu/artmuseum/). Elizabeth City Gastonia Ghana, Ethiopia, Haiti and elsewhere in the Variations". This exhibition pairs paintings in the wich, MA; Steuben Glass Works in Corning, NY; resources to encourage economic develop- African Diaspora. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm & museum’s collection to show visual affinities in and Libbey Glass Company in Toledo, OH, began The Civic & Cultural Arts Center of Pineville, ment, provide environmental protection, and Power Plant Gallery at ATC, 318 Blackwell St Arts of the Albemarle, a regional arts partner Arts on Main Art Center, 212 W Main Avenue, sat., 1-5pm. Contact: 336/334-3209. structure, theme, technique, emphasis or palette, operation and soon developed notable reputa- 316 Main Street, right next door to “old” Pin- offer educational opportunities that together will Durham. Ongoing - The Power Plant Gallery is serving Pasquotank, Camden and Gates Coun- at the intersection of Main and South, formerly as well as distinct variations between the two tions for producing fashionable wares that were eville Police Station, Pineville. Ongoing - The help lead towards a more sustainable future an off-site extension of the arts at Duke, promot- ties of NC, The Center, 516 East Main Street, the historic Citizens National Bank, Gastonia. Revolution Mill, 1250 Revolution Mill Drive, works. While none of the artists were responding coveted by many middle- and upper-class con- CCAC is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization for Western North Carolina. Hours: Tue.-Thur., ing visual arts engagement with students, faculty (corner of Main & Poindexter Streets), Eliza- Ongoing - Home of Gaston County Art Guild Greensboro. Ongoing - WAM and Revolution to each other’s work, it is fascinating to see how sumers. "American Glass" showcases objects offering a place where artist of every discipline 1-4pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 828/631- and visitors from Durham and beyond. With beth City. Ongoing - Our galleries are home and we offer a fine arts gallery, gift shop, 18 are working to make this installation the first in a they tackled similar issues in their own personal by these and other American glass companies, have an opportunity to network and enhance 0271 or at (www.jcgep.org). 1,500 square feet of exhibition space, the gallery to over 250 artists, craftsmen, photographers, working studio spaces and classroom areas. series of ongoing WAMRev collaborations, re- way, sometimes decades apart. Visitors will be illustrating the variety of forms and styles that their gifts. The CCAC is a gathering place for is equipped to exhibit a range of media, from pho- potters, fiber artists and jewelers. The AofA at Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11:30am-5:30pm and Fri.- flecting a shared commitment to presenting bold challenged to look closely at each pairing and prevailed during this period. Glass-manufacturing emerging and established artists of all ages to Durham tography and painting to video and installation. “The Center” hosts solo and shared exhibits Sat., 11am-7pm. Contact: 704/865-4224 or at and imaginative exhibitions and reaching new consider to what extent the paintings cohere and/ techniques will be another focus of the exhibition, present, create and collaborate in giving life to Featuring a rotating program of work by Duke once a month followed by opening receptions (www.gastoncountyartguild.com). audiences. Gallery 1250 is a new art space on or vary. Atrium and Lobbies - Featuring works with representative examples of pressed, cut, their art, with a goal of embracing and promot- Center for Documentary Studies at Duke students, faculty, and visiting scholars, as well as during Downtown Elizabeth City’s First Friday the first floor of Revolution Mill’s newly redevel- of art complementing current gallery exhibitions blown, and molded glass. Nearly all of the works ing the artistic, creative and entrepreneurial University,1317 West Pettigrew Street, locally, nationally and internationally recognized ArtWalk each month, as well as workshops Goldsboro oped 1250 building. The gallery was designed in which are rotated in the atrium and public areas on view are from The Mint Museum’s perma- possibilities available in our community through Durham. Kreps and Lyndhurst Galleries, artists, the gallery is a new and exciting addition with some of our exhibiting and visiting art- the center of the floor, with walkways through the throughout both floors of the gallery. Tom Otter- nent collection of glass, which is second in size classes, workshops and on-going events and Through June 3 - "In Conditions of Fresh Wa- to the growing, vibrant Durham art scene. Hours: ists. These workshops are open to members Arts Council of Wayne County, 2406 E. Ash space and large glass windows so that tenants ness' site-specific work, "The Frieze" is perma- only to the ceramics collection in the museum’s programs. Hours: Sat. 9am-1pm and most ter," featuring works by Torkwase Dyson and Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm & Sat., noon-5pm. Contact: and non-members. Admission: Free. Hours: Street, Goldsboro. Ongoing - The Art Market is and visitors can continually view and experience nently installed in the atrium. Sculpture Courtyard Decorative Arts holdings. Ongoing - "Arts of week nights from 6:30-9pm. Contact: call Lee Danielle Purifoy. In the summer of 2016, artist call 919/660-3695 or e-mail at (mfaeda@duke. Mon.-Sat.,10am-5pm. Contact: Katie Murray, located on the second floor of the Arts Council the art. The 1250 building is part of the 50-acre - Featuring selections of American sculpture Africa". The African continent is remarkable in its Baumgarten at 704/889-2434, or visit (www. Torkwase Dyson and attorney/environmental edu). Executive Director ([email protected]) or of Wayne County building. We represent ap- mixed-use campus, and is home to artist studios, from 1900 to the present from the Weatherspoon geographic, social, political, and cultural diversity. ccacpineville.org). scientist Danielle Purifoy began a collabora- Barbara Putnam, Gallery Manager (bputnam@ proximatley 50 NC based artists including pot- creative office spaces. It also features a multime- Collection and on loan works from contemporary This impressive diversity is reflected in the visual tion research project with citizens of historic Room 100 Gallery, Golden Belt complex, Build- artsaoa.com). Both can be reached at 252/338- ters, jewelry designers, wood turners, painters dia gallery for film installations, a café area, and artists. Admission: Free. Hours: Tue., Wed. & arts through a variety of media and forms includ- The Sonia and Isaac Luski Gallery, at the black communities in North Carolina (Alamance ing 2, room 100, 807 East Main Street, Durham. 6455 or at (www.artsaoa.com). and writers. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-7pm & Sat., an outdoor event and performance space named Fri.,10am-5pm, Thur., 10am to 9pm and Sat. & ing ceramics, masks, textiles, sculptures, prestige Foundation for the Carolinas building, 220 N. County) and Alabama (Lowndes County). Ongoing - The gallery is committed to promoting 11am-2pm. Contact: 919/736-3300 or at (www. Revolution Docks. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 11am-6pm, Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 336/334-5770 or at (http:// staffs, and shrines. With exceptional loans from Tryon Street, (old Montaldo’s/Mint Museum Traveling in Dyson's mobile solar-powered the work of emerging local, regional and national Fayetteville artsinwayne.org). select evening + weekend hours will begin this weatherspoon.uncg.edu/). private collectors and The Mint Museum’s own of Craft + Design site), Charlotte. Ongoing - workspace - Studio South Zero - they docu- contemporary artists. Exhibitions of varying fall. Contact: (www.revolutionmillgreensboro. collection of African Art, the museum is pleased Featuring work on loan from Sonia and Isaac mented places that date back to the post - Civil size and theme will be on view throughout the Throughout Fayetteville, Through Oct. - The Greensboro Area com/WAMRev). Greenville to announce the expansion of its presentation of Luski including works by: Chuck Close, Lewis War era, when free blacks established com- year with openings coinciding with Third Friday Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County Arts of Africa, thereby providing visitors a more Jones, Herb Jackson, Mark Peiser, Richard munities of their own to distance themselves Durham. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-7pm and Sun., is presenting the installation of 11 temporary Throughout Greensboro, first Fri. of the The Center for Visual Artists Greensboro, Emerge Gallery & Art Center, 404 S. Evans in-depth, meaningful, and exciting overview of Ritter, Richard Jolley, Harvey Littleton, Lino from white terrorism, often on land undesirable noon-6pm. Contact: 919/967-7700 or at (www. pieces of public art. The artists and artwork month, till 9pm - "First Friday," featuring a gal- second floor of the Cultural Arts Center, 200 St., Greenville. Ongoing - Featuring works in a African art. Heritage Gallery, Ongoing - Feature Tagliapietra and many more. Hours: Mon.-Fri., to white property interests. The exhibit features goldenbeltarts.com). are varied. Phil Hathcock’s piece “Windstone,” lery crawl of several gallery spaces in Greens- North Davie St., Greensboro. Ongoing - Fea- variety of media by students, faculty, alumni (East works of art, archival documents, and photo- 10am-5:30pm. Contact: 704/973-4500 or at photographs, drawings, paintings, writing, and made with aluminum, copper and brass, will boro. For further info (www.uacarts.org). turing works by member artists from throughout Carolina University) and local artists. Hours: Tue.- graphs documenting the growth and evolution of (www.fftc.org). audio recordings inspired by these places and The Carrack Modern Art, 111 West Parrish echo the sounds of clacking bamboo when a the greater Greensboro area. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Fri., 10am-9pm; Sat., 10am-4pm & Sun., 1-4pm. the museum, from its beginnings as the original their people, histories, power struggles, and Street, Durham. Ongoing - The Carrack Mod- good breeze blows near the Fayetteville Area Open Air Market, corner of South Elm & MLK 10am-5pm; Weds. till 7pm; & Sun., 2-5pm. Contact: 252/551-6947 or at (www.emergegal- branch of the US Mint to its founding as an art Cherokee victories. Hours: Mon.-Thur, 9am-7pm; Fri., ern Art features work by local artists in group Transportation & Local History Museum. Addi- in downtown Greensboro. First Fri. of every Contact: 336/333-7485 or at (www.greensboro- lery.com). museum to the present and beyond. Ongoing 9am-5pm; Sat., 11am-4pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. and solo exhibitions, punctuated by a myriad of tional locations of the temporary pieces include month, 4-9pm - "Indie Market," a place where art.org). - "Art for the Millions: WPA Prints" and "Carolina Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, 645 Tsali Contact: 919/660-3663 or at (http://documenta- shorter artistic events that include outdoor pro- Linear Park, City Hall and the Arts Council. local artists and crafts people can come together Greenville Museum of Art, 802 South Evans Clay," featuring a display of colorful wares made Blvd., across from the Museum of the Chero- rystudies.duke.edu/). jections, slam poetry, film screenings and musi- Support for the temporary public art project has to offer handmade and vintage goods. Street, Greenville. May 5 - 25 - "Pitt Commu- between 1920 and 1950 as potters from NC kee Indian, Cherokee. Ongoing - Featuring cal performances. Hours: Mon.-Fri., noon-6pm; been provided by private donors with matching nity College Graphic Design and Photography adapted their works to a market economy. "Art of basket weaving, pottery, wood carving, finger Claymakers, Gallery of Fine Handmade Pot- Sat., 2-5pm or by appt. Contact: 704/213-6666 funding from the Arts Council. For furthe rinfo African American Atelier & Bennett College Portfolio Exhibition". A reception will be held the United States," featuring contemporary works weaving, beadwork, stone carving and fine tery, 705 Foster St., Durham. Ongoing - Shows or at (http://thecarrack.org). contact Mary Kinney, at 910/323-1776, ext. 239 for Women Gallery, Greensboro Cultural Cen- on May 5, from 5-8pm. The Rachel Maxwell from the Mint's permanent collection, including painting by members of the Eastern Band of an ongoing, but rotating, exhibit of Claymakers or visit (www.theartscouncil.com). ter, 200 N. Davie Street, Greensboro. Ongoing Moore Gallery, Ongoing - Featuring works works by Romare Bearden, Maud Gatewood, Cherokee Indians. Artisans must go through Community artists. Current exhibitors include The Durham Art Guild, Royall Center for the - Featuring works by local, regional and national by NC artists and American landscape artists John Biggers Juan Logan, Tarlton Blackwell, a juried process to become affiliated with the Corinne Fox, Deborah Harris, Laura Korch, Arts, 120 Morris Street, Durham. SunTrust Cape Fear Studios, Inc., 148-1 Maxwell African American artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am- including: Nena Allen, Charles Bashum, Charles Radcliffe Bailey, Kojo Griffin, and others. "Art in organization and current membership stands at Barbara McKenzie, Teresa Pietsch, Elizabeth Gallery, Through June 10 - "Durham Art Guild Street, Fayetteville. Ongoing – New Gallery 5pm; Wed., till 7pm & Sun., 2-5pm. Contact: Burchfield, Jasper Cropsey, Arthur Dove, Daniel the Americas," featuring paintings, precious met- about 300. Hours: open daily, year round, with Paley, Gillian Parke, Savannah Scarborough, 2017 Members’ Showcase". A reception will be exhibit every 4th Friday of the month. We are a 336/333-6885. Garber, David Johnson and David Kapp. Look alwork, sculpture, furniture and decorative arts seasonal hours. Contact: 828/497-3103 or at and Evelyn Ward. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 1-6pm held on May 19, from 5-8pm. Through July 30 nonprofit cooperative of 30 local artist (always & Learn Gallery, Ongoing - On display are two from the 17th through the 19th centuries illustrate (www.cherokee-nc.com). & 3rd fri. of the month from 6-9pm. Contact: - "With Every Mile - Triangle Community Foun- looking for new members) creating 2D & 3D art. Anne Rudd Galyon and Irene Cullis Galler- and three-dimensional art from the Museum's the unique culture that emerged from the Spanish 919/530-8355 or at (http://www.claymakers. dation". The Triangle Community Foundation Our Gallery displays exhibits of visiting artist’s ies, Cowan Humanities Building, Greensboro Education Collection. Young visitors are invited colonization of the Americas. Crosland Gallery Concord org/). and the Durham Art Guild present “With Every work as well as our own exhibits with individual College, 815 W. Market Street, Greensboro. to browse through the gallery and engage in the - Featuring a presentation of portraits with many Mile” featuring a photo-documentary project by studios where member artists create fantastic Ongoing - Featuring works by student, faculty project sheets found in the Activity Corner. Admis- fascinating images presented. Rankin Gallery - DAG member artist Veronique Moses center- works of art onsite. The Gallery show is free of and others. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm & Sun., sion: Free. Hours: Tue., - Fri., 10am - 4:30pm and Featuring a presentation of the Romare Bearden ing around people and the stories behind the charge and the public is welcome to watch the 2-5pm. Contact: 336/272-7102, ext. 301. Sat.&Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 252/758-1946 or at Collection, including two “new” Beardens. Moore Square Transit Station in Downtown artists at work. Group and individual classes in (www.gmoa.org). Delhom Gallery, Ongoing - The European Raleigh. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-9pm & Sun., a variety of media are ongoing. Hours: Mon.– Elliott University Center Art Gallery, 221 Elliott Work by Charles Williams Collection of ceramic works. Admission: Yes. 1-6pm. Contact: 919/560-2713 or at (www. Fri., 11am–5pm & Sat., 10am–4pm. Contact: University Center, UNC-G, Greensboro. Ongo- Weatherspoon Art Museum, University of North Wellington B. Gray Gallery, Jenkins Fine Arts Hours: Wed., 11am-9pm (free admission 5-9pm); durhamartguild.org). 910/433-2986, e-mail to (capefearstudios@ ing - Featuring works by student and alumni Carolina - Greensboro, Cone Building, Tate and Center, East Carolina University, East 5th St. Thur.-Sat., 11am-6pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: capefearstudios.com) or at (www.capefearstu- artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8am-9pm. Contact: Spring Garden Streets, Greensboro. The Leah and Jarvis Street, Greenville. Through May 12 704/337-2000 or at (www.mintmuseum.org). The Nasher Museum of Art, Duke University dios.com). 336/408-3659. Louise B. Tannenbaum Gallery, The Louise - "2017 MFA Thesis Exhibition". A reception will Central Campus, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham. D. and Herbert S. Falk, Sr. Gallery, Through be held on May 5, from 5-8pm. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Mint Museum Uptown, Levine Center for the Through May 28 - "The Collection Galleries". Ellington-White Contemporary Gallery, 113 GreenHill, a space for NC art, 200 North Davie May 21 - "2017 MFA Thesis Exhibition". This 10am-5pm; Thur., till 8pm; & Sat., 10am-3pm. Arts, 500 South Tryon St., Charlotte. Through Highlighting 5,000 years of art, The Collection Gillespie Street, Fayetteville. Through May Street, Greensboro Cultural Center, Greensboro. exhibition features new work by seven MFA Contact: 252/328-6336 or at (http://www.ecu.edu/ Work by Christine Hager Braun May 18 - "Romare Bearden: Odysseus Series". Galleries contain rotating installations of the 27 - "Randy Akers," featuring mixed media paint- Main Gallery, Through June 8 - "M.A.D | Mo- candidates in the UNCG School of Art: Caro- cs-cfac/soad/graygallery/graygallery-exhibitions. In the suite of twenty watercolors, originally Durham Arts Council Building, 120 Morris Nasher Museum’s extensive holdings. Eight ings by Savannah, GA, based artist. Akers will torcycle. Art. Design," a multi-media, experiential line Bugby, Codey Gallas, Kate Gordon, Julia cfm). conceived as collages, Beareden reinterprets Street, Durham. Allenton Gallery, Through May galleries, and also the entrance to Wilson Pavil- present a collection of site specific and memory exhibition combining art, sound, industrial design Caston, Joyce Watkins King, Sherrill Roland, and scenes from Homer’s epic poem “The Odyssey”. 12 - "Peace of Mind," featuring works by Durham ion, are dedicated to the collection’s strengths, based paintings from locations in the Lowcountry. and cultural elements. As an opening kick-off Charles Williams. Reflecting a variety of studio Hickory Through May 20 - "Kidnapped Pagans" is not fiber artist, Christine Hager-Braun. Hager-Braun which include a variety of cultures and time Ongoing - A visual arts venue for emerging and party, GreenHill will host a Leather and Lace areas, their work represents the culmination of your traditional exhibition. Organized by Jonell was born in Wasserburg am Inn in Germany periods. The Incubator is a flexible gallery professional artists with exhibitions of original art party on Feb. 11. Tickets sold online or at the each student’s unique experience at UNCG. The Full Circle Arts, 42-B Third Street NW, Hickory. Logan, founder of 300 Art Project, this arts public/ and attended the University of Regensburg, used for continuously changing faculty- and and events that reflect and respond to cultural door. For more details visit (GreenHillnc.org/ exhibition demonstrates the research, reflection, Ongoing - Featuring works by member artists in private art installation features work by former Germany, receiving a M.S. in Biology (1994) and student-curated projects and thematic instal- arts diversity. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 1-6pm. Contact: MAD). "M.A.D | Motorcycle. Art. Design," is the experimentation, critical thinking, and artistic a variety of mediums. Full Circle Arts is a not-for- Charlotte resident Antoine Williams. Engaging in a Ph.D. in Biochemistry (1997). In 1999, she and lations. These galleries provide context for the 910/483-1388 or at (http://www.ellington-white. first major exhibition combining cutting-edge skills honed by these artists while in the program. profit educational organization whose mission is issues of history, culture, and the black experi- her husband moved to North Carolina to continue collection while also illustrating a brief history com). contemporary visual art and some of the most The Bob & Lissa Shelley McDowell Gallery, to encourage public appreciation and education ence, Williams combines drawing, painting, and their research interests. To balance work and of human creativity from different parts of the exquisite design accomplishments of the 20th May 21 - Sept. 3 - "Art on Paper 2017: The 44th for the arts. Hours: Wed.Fri., 11am-5pm & Sat., collage to present and challenge the spaces that family life Mrs. Hager-Braun started creating art world. Visit often to make new discoveries at The Arts Center, Arts Council of Fayetteville/ and 21st centuries related to a modern icon: the Exhibition". The exhibition celebrates contem- 10am-2pm. Contact: 828/322-7545 or at (www. people of color occupy within our society. This quilts as a hobby. However, in 2006 she resigned the Nasher! Also - Nasher Museum Café and Cumberland County, 301 Hay Street, Fayette- motorcycle. Admission: ArtQuest Studios: $6 porary art in which the use of paper—either fullcirclearts.org). show will be on view in the Level 5 exhibition Work by Do Palma from her work as scientist and focused on a ca- Museum Shop. Admission: Yes, but free to Dur- ville. Through May 20 - "The 3rd Annual Art adult/child; children under 1 are free and free as surface or material—is a primary concern. space at Mint Museum Uptown at Levine Center The Galleries of the Cabarrus Arts Council, reer as professional fiber artist.May 19 - July 7 - ham residents, courtesy of “The Herald-Sun” and Flowers Juried Competition". As part of an admission with Household-Level Membership or Longstanding support from xpedx (formerly the for the Arts, and throughout various neighbor- in Concord’s Historic Courthouse, 65 Union "Works by Julie Anne Greenberg". A reception will newspaper. Hours: Tue.- Sat., 10am-5pm; Thur. ongoing commitment to promote the visual arts in higher. The Gallery, InFocus Gallery + the Shop: Dillard Paper Company) and, today, the Dillard hoods in Charlotte. Through July 20 - "John Street South, Concord. May 5 - July 21 - be held on May 26, from 5-7pm. Semans Gal- till 9pm; & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 919/684- Fayetteville, Ellington-White Contemporary Gal- $5 (suggested donation). GreenHill hours: Tue.- Fund has allowed the Weatherspoon to acquire Biggers: Wheels in Wheels". If Gastonia native "Place/Settings". A reception will be held on lery, Through May 12 - "Fiber Art Group Show 5135 or at (www.nasher.duke.edu). lery (EWCG) will presents its 3rd Art and Flowers Fri., noon-7pm; Sat., noon-5pm; & Sun. 2-5pm. work from each “Art on Paper” exhibition since John Biggers (1924-2001) was alive today, he June 9, from 6-9pm. A Family Day event will by Threads". May 19 - July 7 - "Our House: DAC Exhibition,” a celebration pairing of original floral ArtQuest Studios are closed on Sun. Group visits 1965. This significant support has fostered the might give us the following advice about interpret- be held on June 24, from 10am-2pm. "Place/ Student & Instructor Show". A reception will be ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Durham artworks created by today’s contemporary artists, can be scheduled online for Tue.-Thur., 9am- growth of the Weatherspoon’s nationally recog- ing his art: “It’s all in there - you just have to look.” Settings," is an exhibition that establishes the held on May 26, from 5-7pm. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Durham Convention Center, pre-function cor- with eye-catching floral arrangements created by 12:30pm. Contact: 336/333-7460 or at (www. nized Dillard Collection of Art on Paper. Today its Through Sept. 3 - "State of the Art: Discovering stages for histories, stories and experiences as 9am-9pm & Sun. 1-6pm. Contact: 919/560-2787 ridor, located next to the Carolina Theatre and local area floral designers and event planners. greenhillnc.org). holdings number some 600 works of art. Follow- American Art Now." Consisting of approximately they correspond with place. Featuring artwork or at (www.durhamarts.org). the Durham Marriot, 201 Foster Street, Durham. May 26 - July 22 - "Annual Public Works Exhibi- ing a slate of exhibitions timed to celebrate the 75 remarkable works, the exhibition seeks to de- from Wendy Lemen Bredehoft, Ashley Hope Through Oct. 15 - "Fluid by MyLoan Dinh". A tion," featuring works in 2-D & 3-D by artists of Guilford College Bauman Galleries, Founders Weatherspoon’s 75th anniversary, this biennial mystify contemporary American art. In 2013, rep- Carlisle, Jenny Dowd, Leah Hardy, Bronwyn Liberty Arts Gallery, 918 Pearl Street in the reception will be held on May 26, from 5-7pm. all ages are invited to enter all types of artwork. Hall, 2nd floor, 5800 W Friendly Ave. Greensboro. exhibition will shift seasons and open in May of resentatives from the Crystal Bridges Museum of Minton, Susan Moldenhauer, Connie Norman, Cleveland-Holloway neighborhood of East Hours: reg convention hours. Contact: Durham One of the most eclectic exhibitions of the year! May 5 - 20 - "Disparate: 2017 Guilford College 2017. As with “Art on Paper” 2014, the installation Art embarked on a coast-to-coast curatorial road Do Palma, Dandee Pattee, Jennider Rife, Durham. Ongoing - Liberty Arts is a nonprofit Arts Council at 919/560-2787 or at (www.dur- Sculpture, painting, mixed media and photogra- Senior Thesis Art Exhibition," featuring works by will include several works by each artist, rather Jonathan Brilliant working on an installation trip. Their objective: to discover new and intrigu- Georgia Rowswell and Sue Sommers. Hours: arts community whose collaborative practice hamarts.org). phy are among the work that artists can submit Kate Mitchell )BA Printmaking), Colin Nollet (BA than a single representative piece. This approach ing works of art existing outside of typical metro- Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Contact: 704/920-ARTS or reflects the dynamic personality of Durham. for inclusion. Gallery visitors are invited to vote for Drawing), Grace VanFleet (BA Printmaking), Seth aims to provide greater context for individual Hickory Museum of Art, Arts and Science politan venues. Former Director Don Bacigalupe at (www.cabarrusartscouncil.org). Our mission is to expand access to three- Edenton the People’s Choice Awards during the opening Premo (BA Sculpture), and Martin Brown (BA artworks and a broader understanding of each Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory. Coe and Curator Chad Aligood traveled 100,000 miles dimensional art and share the skills required to on 4th Friday, May 26, from 7 to 9pm. The exhibit, Drawing). A reception will be held on May 5, from artist’s practice. Space limitations will again make Gallery, Through Sept. 9 - "HICKORY STICKS: and conducted nearly 1,000 studio visits with Cullowhee make it. All are welcome to take part through Chowan Arts Council/Your Community Arts which is expected to exceed 100 works of art, is 7-9pm. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-9pm. Contact: the selection process highly competitive. Gallery Jonathan Brilliant Installation". On May 6, from artists who had been recommended by their col- hands-on classes, public events, mentorships, Center, 504 S. Broad, Edenton. Ongoing - The an example of the cross section of subject matter, 336-316-2301 or at (www.guilford.edu). 6, Through June 4 - "Minimalism/Post-Minimal- 1:30-3:30pm - Opening Celebration. HMA invites leagues in each state. Their findings formed the Fine Art Museum, Fine & Performing Arts and commissions. Liberty Arts believes in Gallery features art from North East NC artists styles and skill levels of our artistic community. ism". Works in this exhibition explore the develop- North Carolina artist Jonathan Brilliant for a basis for "State of the Art: Discovering American Center, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee. community outreach and encourages visionary as well as some from within a 5 hour driving And if you see artwork you like, buy it! Many of Guilford Native American Art Gallery, Greens- ment of and stylistic variety within Minimalism, as week-long residency to create a site-specific Art Now", an unprecedented nationwide survey of Through May 5 - "Soft Diplomacy: Quilting thinking. Founded in 2001, Liberty Arts serves radius. You will find our beautiful waterfront lo- the pieces will be for sale. Hours: Mon.-Thur., boro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., Greens- well as its continued influence on visual art today. installation in the Museum’s Coe Gallery using contemporary American art. Ongoing - The Mint Cultural Diplomacy in Liberia". Liberian quilters an an incubator in which artists work together cation a pleasant destination as well as the fine 8:30am-5pm; Fri., 8:30-noon; and Sat., noon-4- boro. Ongoing - Featuring works by Carolina's Beginning in the 1960s, many artists started to-go coffee accoutrements as his art materials. Museum Uptown will house the world renowned with Workingman Collective members, WCU to teach, learn, and inspire. All artists also take pm. Contact: 910/323-1776 or at (http://www. Native Americans. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5- to question the importance of having an object continued on Page 57 continued on Page 58 Page 56 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 57 Morehead City and crafts, visitors can walk through a wide 9am-5pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 919/807- 3D media suitable for the outdoors. There are archway on the right to view more fine art and 7900 or at (http://www.ncmuseumofhistory. currently 19 sculptures installed around the Carolina Artists Gallery, 800 Evans Street, craft work and talk to the artists and students org/). pond. The landscaped and natural areas have NC Institutional Galleries at 8th Street, Morehead City. Ongoing - The in several studios and the AGS classroom. If a NC Institutional Galleries a focus on NC native plants and trees. As an continued from Page 57 co-op continues to nurture emerging artists, studio door is open, visitors are being invited to continued from Page 58 extension of this park, a sculpture is installed in gives them an opportunity to show and sell step inside and enjoy the work. Currently, our the downtown area of Seagrove. Hours: Mon.- The artist will laboriously weave 50,000+ wood to visit walkable Historic Hip Hillsborough. Park their work. The Gallery enjoys a steady stream Gallery and studio artists and artisans include: and much more. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm complicated relationship is that of the photogra- Fri., 8:30am-4pm. Contact: 336/873-8291 or at coffee stirrers to create a site-responsive, colos- once and enjoy art galleries, artist studios, fine of visitors. Vacationers and local residents Lorelle Bacon, Ann Whisenaut, Karen Piquette, & Sun. noon-5pm. Contact: 828/765-6211 or at pher and his or her subjects. The camera calls (www.cbsculpturegarden.com). sal sculpture influenced by the gallery’s 25 foot jewelers, boutique shops and award winning purchase art and gifts. Nonmember artists David Kaylor, Dawn Driebus, Len Eskew, (http://penland.org/gallery/). into question the candidness of the relationship in ceiling and unique architectural features – spiral restaurants. Stops on the Hillsborough Art frequently stop in for inspiration. Hours: Wed.- Wayne Stroud, Susan Taylor, Cathy Green, the portrait, whether it changes because it is seen Seagrove Area Pottery Center (Not the NC staircases and Palladian windows. Visitors will be Walk Last Fridays include: Hillsborough Arts Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. noon-5pm. Contact: Anne Bevan, John Sullivan, Evelyn Chrisawn, Raleigh through a lens. Artists in the exhibition include Pottery Center), 122 E. Main St., Seagrove. able to walk under, in and around the undulating Council Gallery and Gift Shop, Orange County 252/726-7550 or at (www.carolinaartistgallery. Tim Muench, Chuck Aldridge, Charles Davis, Ralph Burns, Sue de Beer, Harry Callahan, Ongoing - The former museum organiza- walls of this structure. The woven stirrers are held Historical Museum, Hillsborough Gallery of com). Fredreen Bernatovicz, Anne Allison, Darlene CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin Street, between Carolyn DeMeritt, Sarah Anne Johnson, Deborah tion was founded twenty-five years ago in in place without the use of adhesives; tension Arts, Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber Matzer, Billie Haney, Marguerite Welty, Jean Harrington and West streets, Raleigh. May 21 - Luster, Danny Lyon, Barbara Morgan, Caroline Seagrove, and is dedicated to preserving and and compression are what gives the structure of Commerce, Hillsborough Artists Coopera- Ryan, Kasha Baxter, Linda Magnus, Kim Aug. 6 - "Gun Show: David Hess". May 21 - Aug. Vaughan, Alec Soth, and Luis Rey Velasco. East perpetuating the pottery tradition. We strive to strength and stability. Complementary smaller tive and The Skylight Gallery, Cup A Joe, The Hostetter, Bunnie Burgin, Sonya Russell, Helen 6 - "No Damsel: Dorian Lynde". Admission: Yes. Building, Education Wing, Through May 14 - impart to new generations the history of tradi- installations comprised of coffee cup sleeves, Gourmet Grove, Thomas Stevens Gallery, ENO Sullivan, Janet Bennett, and Sabrina Miller. Hours: Mon., 11am-6:30pm; Wed.-Fri., 11am-6- "College Exhibition: Roots: Getting Reacquainted tional pottery and an appreciation for its simple disposable lids and coffee stain wall drawings will Gallery, Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., 1-4pm. :30pm; Sat. & Sun., noon-5pm; and 1st & 3rd Fri., with Eastern North Carolina". Inspired by the and elegant beauty. A display of area pottery also be included in the exhibition. Shuford Gal- Walston, The Paynter Law Firm, Melissa De- Contact: 828/668-1100 or at ( http://arrowhead- open till 9pm. Contact: 919/513-0946 or at (http:// work of Ansel Adams, photography students from is now offered in the old Seagrove grocery lery, Gifford & Regal Galleries, May 6 - Sept. signer Jewelry, and Margaret Lane Gallery. For art.org/). camraleigh.org/). Pitt Community College present traditional and building. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-3:30pm. 17 - "PAST LIVES: Installation by Brian Lackey." further info visit (www.lastfridaysartwalk.org). digital black-and-white photographs of the chang- Contact: 336/873-7887. An installation by Hickory, NC, native Brian Lack- Outer Banks Area Collective Arts Gallery & Ceramic Supply, ing industrial and agricultural landscape of East- ey of photographic prints including a rare body of The HAC Gallery, Hillsborough Arts Council, 8801 Leadmine Road, Suite 103, Raleigh. Ongo- ern North Carolina. East Building, Joyce W. North Carolina Pottery Center, 233 East work using Polaroid type 55 film; original music; 102 North Churton Street, across the street Dare County Arts Council Gallery, 300 ing - Featuring works by local and nationally Pope Gallery, Through May 7 - "Ansel Adams: Avenue, Seagrove. May 6 - July 22 - "Great and film projections. HMA Board of Trustees from the Wooden Nickel, Hillsborough. Ongo- Queen Elizabeth, Manteo. Through May renowned artists on permanent exhibit. Hours: Masterworks," featuring 48 iconic photographs of Pots: From the Traditions of North & South Past President and current co-Vice President Kit ing - Offers a venue for emerging and mid-ca- 30 - "20th Annual Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Tue.-Fri. 11am-7pm & Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: American landscapes. In a career that spanned Carolina." A reception will be held on May 6, Cannon is serving as Guest Curator. Entrance reer artists to show and sell their work. Hours: Show". The annual show is held in memory of 919/844-0765. five decades, Ansel Adams (1902–84) became Work by Jan-Ru Wan from noon-2pm. Also the same afternoon, there Gallery, Through June 11 - "IMAGE*INATION: Wed.-Sat., noon-4pm. Contact: 919/643-2500 Mollie A. Fearing, one of the founders of the one of America’s most renowned photographers. will be a panel discussion: "NC vs, SC: Which Catawba Valley Camera Club’s 10th Annual or at (http://www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/ Dare County Arts Council, and features an Miriam Preston Block Gallery, Raleigh Mu- This exhibition focuses on his “Museum Set,” a Sertoma Arts Center, City of Raleigh Parks, Tradition is Better?" from 2-3:30pm, featuring Photo Competition". Objects Gallery, Through index.html). eclectic mix of artwork. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am- nicipal Building, lobby of the Avery C. Upchurch collection of 48 photographs carefully selected Recreation and Cultural Resources located several collectors. While the North Carolina May 21 - "SOLITUDE & MYSTERY: John Julius 5pm and Sat., noon-4pm. Contact: Peggy Government Complex, presented by the City and printed by Adams. Adams designated these in the heart of Shelley Lake Park, 1400 West and South Carolina traditions are linked by Wilnoty". Features carvings in stone and wood, Kings Mountain Seporito at 252/475-4843, (www.DareArts.org) of Raleigh Arts Commission, 222 West Hargett works late in his life as a succinct representation Millbrook Road, Raleigh. Raleigh Room Gal- history, culture, and material, significant stylistic and mixed media by Cherokee artisan John Ju- or (www.ncwatercolor.com). Street, Raleigh. May 31 - July 21 - "Precarious of the best work of his career. East Building, lery, Through May 31 - "Half the Sky, featuring differences exist between the two, as individual lius Wilnoty. Works range from purely sculptural Southern Arts Society Gift Shop & Gallery, Edifices," featuring works by Ashlynn Browning. Meymandi Exhibition Gallery, Through June works by Jan-Ru Wan. For 20 years, sculptor, potters used their consummate skills to give pieces to carvings that function as ceremonial 301 N. Piedmont Ave. (NC 216), located in the ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Outer Banks Area A reception will be held on June 2, from 5-7pm. 18 - "Glory of Venice: Renaissance Paintings installation and fiber artist educator Jan-Ru singular voice to their time and place. The last objects. Native American dolls and jewelry, as old Southern Railway Depot at the corner of Dowdy Park, 3005 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5:15pm. Contact: 1470–1520," featuring 50 paintings by such Wan has been re-inventing discarded objects thirty years has seen extraordinary levels of well as Catawba and Cherokee Pottery, are also Battleground Ave and N. Piedmont Ave in the Raffle Quilt May 13, from 10am-8pm - "Dowdy Park Grand 919/996-3610 or at (http://www.raleighnc.gov/ masters as Giorgione, Giovanni Bellini, and Vit- to create soul-moving environments. These en- interest in this regional ceramic heritage, and on display. Whitener Gallery, Through July Kings Mountain Art Center, Kings Mountain. Opening," will be a free, family-friendly event parks/content/Arts/Articles/BlockGallery.html). tore Carpaccio, many of which have never been vironments are filled with poignant memories, "Great Pots" brings together several voices to 16 - "Warhol & Whitener: JUXTAPOSED". A rare Ongoing - Exhibits, gift shop & classes. Hours: ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Morehead City celebrating the visual, performing and culinary seen outside of Venice. The exhibition features profound concepts and shared emotions. Using examine the aesthetics, folklore, archeology, pairing of works by Museum founder Paul Whit- Tue.-Sat.,10am-4pm and by appt. Contact: Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell arts. The event will feature the Dare County Arts 50 paintings and a significant group of printed found garments, Wan creates forms that sug- and collection of this mighty, shared tradition. ener and famed pop artist Andy Warhol. Third 704/739-5585, e-mail at (southernartssociety@ Street, Morehead City. May 19 & 20 - "33rd Council’s 28th Annual Artrageous Kids Art Fes- books and individual pages that illustrate a crucial gest the presence of bodies, yet subtly focuses A catalog/book will be available for purchase Floor Mezzanine, Ongoing - "Discover Folk Art: gmail.com) or at (www.southernartssociety.org) Crystal Coast Judged Quilt Show". A quilt tival from 10am-3pm, followed by a free outdoor period in the history of Venetian art and culture, your attention on the space that surrounds and with this exhibition curated and edited by Mark Unique Visions by Southern Self-taught Artists". and Facebook. named "Navigating My Way Back Home," made concert from 4-8 pm. The event’s theme, "Art is widely regarded as one of the most exciting “embraces” them. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 9am-10- Hewitt, with essays by Charles (Terry) Zug, Explore re-creations of artist work environments, by members of the Crystal Coast Quilters’ the Heart of the Park", focuses on the importance chapters in the history of Western art. It features pm; Fri., 9am-1pm; Sat., 10am-5pm; & Sun., Linda Carnes-McNaughton, and Phillip Wing- including a school bus and a barn, family activity Lenoir Guild, Laurie Mayo, Eileen Williams, Nancy of art in the community. “This project is a once- masterworks from the world-renowned collection noon-5pm. Contact: 919/996-2329 or at (www. ard, Photography by Jason Dowdle with book stations, more than 250 folk art objects, interac- Smith and Susan Foster, will be awarded to a in-a-lifetime opportunity for DCAC,” said Dare of the Gallerie dell’Accademia in Venice: major raleighnc.gov). design by Rich Hendel. Ongoing - Featuring tive touch screens and more. Free family guides lucky winner chosen at the 33rd Judged Quilt County Arts Council Executive Director Chris altarpieces, private devotional paintings, secular permanent and changing exhibits on the history available at check-in. Little Hands, Big Hands Show. "Navigating My Way Back Home” will be Sawin. “It is beyond remarkable that the Town of works, and portraits by Giovanni Bellini, Vittore Rocky Mount of North Carolina pottery, "The North Carolina Gallery, Ongoing - "Little Hands, Big Hands". raffled off to one very lucky winner on Saturday, Nags Head has envisioned Dowdy Park as an art Carpaccio, Cima da Conegliano, Giorgione, and Pottery Tradition" and "Seagrove Area Pottery". Younger visitors can be imaginative through May 20th at 4:30pm at the Crystal Coast Quilt park - and that the Arts Council would be asked Titian. This rare selection includes works that Mims Art Gallery, Dunn Center for the Perform- The Center also offers information on activi- creative exploration and play. Includes a puppet Show. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00 to help with its grand opening. For decades, the have never before traveled across the Atlantic; ing Arts, NC Wesleyan College Campus, 3400 ties, maps and information about the potteries theater, mini art gallery, giant reading throne and and can be purchased in advance from guild Town of Nags Head has taken a leadership role it is supplemented with significant Venetian N. Wesleyan Blvd., Rocky Mount. Through May located in the Seagrove area and across the more. Objects Gallery, Ongoing - "American Art members or at the show.Show hours 9am-5- in the Outer Banks arts community and I applaud paintings from U.S. collections, including six from 14 - "Watson’s Grave Concern," featuring an state. A display of representative works from Pottery": From the Museum’s Moody Collection pm, admission is $7 and children under 12 are and thank them for taking it to a new level with the NCMA. NCMA Park - The North Carolina exhibit of photographs by Richard L. Watson III, more than 90 area potteries is also offered. and "Born of Fire: Glass from the Museum’s Lus- admitted free. Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 the creation of Dowdy Park.” For info call 252) Museum of Art (NCMA) announces new works Professor Emeritus of History at NC Wesleyan Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact 336/873- ki Collection". Admission: Free. Hours: Tue.-Sat., for $5 and can be purchased at the show or in 473-5558 or e-mail to ([email protected]). of art to be installed in the 164-acre NCMA Park. College.Watson is exhibiting 53 photographs 8430 or at (www.ncpotterycenter.org). 10am-4pm & Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 828/327- advance from any guild members. For info visit The works include a bronze tree by Italian artist of grave markers and tombstones of notables 8576 or at (www.hickorymuseumofart.org). (www.crystalcoastquiltersguild.org) or e-mail to Pembroke Giuseppe Penone, a playful pair of benches from all over the world. May 19 - Aug. 13 - "Vollis STARworks Center for Creative Enterprise, ([email protected]). designed by Hank Willis Thomas, and a 10-day Visionaries: Art in Motion," featuring paintings 100 Russell Drive, just seven miles south of Highlands A.D. Gallery, University of NC at Pembroke, 1 installation of 23-foot-tall illuminated rabbits by by Marion Weathers and photographs by Ron Seagrove in Star. June 8 – 11 - "Woodfire NC," Morganton University Dr, Pembroke. Ongoing - The A.D. Australian artist Amanda Parer. The sculptures Sowers. A reception will be held on May 19, from an international wood fire conference. Panel- The Bascom, a center for the visual arts, 323 Gallery is sponsored by the Art Department of will be featured at the NCMA’s Park Celebration 7-8:30pm. Weathers and Sowers, both have ists, lecturers and demonstrators will explore Franklin Rd., covered bridge entrance at the KATZ Arts Collective, 116 W. Union Street, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Eudora Welty, “A Woman of the Thirties” on Nov. 6, when the public is invited to experi- been inspired by world famous NC folk artist the all aspects of wood firing during the three-day end of Main Street, Highlands. Bunzl Gallery, Morganton. Ongoing - It is a collective of art- Serving the university and local community, the (Jackson), 1930s–early 1940s, printed 1992, ence the newly expanded Park with a variety late Vollis Simpson and his whirlygigs. Hours: conference. Topics will include the historical, Through May 28 - "North Carolina, A Sense of ists, both online and in-house. It operates as a gallery provides a venue for student and faculty toned gelatin-silver print, 17 1/4 x 12 1/2 in., of outdoor activities. Ongoing - Featuring 10 Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm & Sat., 9am-noon. Contact: ethical and environmental aspects pertaining Home - Selections from The Do Good Fund". non-profit; any money left over after expenses work, as well as that of local, regional, national Gift of Robert P. Venuti in honor of Lawrence J. additional sculptures by the celebrated French call 252/985-5268 or at (www.ncwc.edu/Arts/ to the field. Panelists will discuss the role of On loan from The Do Good Fund, this exhibit goes back into the cooperative. Many different and international artists. The gallery helps fulfill Wheeler, © 1992 Eudora Welty, LLC, Courtesy artist Rodin on loan from Iris Cantor’s private Mims/). clay in the firing process, along with loading, focuses on photographers who have called specialties including weaving, painting, photogra- the department’s goal of providing outstand- Eudora Welty Collection–Mississippi Depart- cooling, color, kiln design and marketing wood ment of Archives and History. collection. Ongoing - "John James Audubon's North Carolina home. Photographers exhibited phy, pottery, sculpture, and more are represented ing educational opportunities for its students The Birds of America". The state has owned this Rutherfordton fired pots. There are 60 wood fire ceramic included John Menapace, David Simonton, Work by Christopher Fowler at the KATZ. Included in its amenities are a free by bringing quality visual arts to the university North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue treasured volume since 1848, but it has never artists participating in the main conference. A Rob Amberg, Rachel Boillot and others. Loft Caldwell Arts Council Gallery, 601 College children’s area, display galleries and shelves, and the community at large. Hours: Mon.-Thur., Ridge Road, Raleigh. East Building, Level B, been exhibited. Ongoing - The North Carolina Rutherford County Visual Arts Center & Gal- series of pre-conference wood firing workshops Gallery, Through June 9 - "Guerra de la Avenue, SW, Lenoir. May 5 - 27 - "POP!" will rental studios, and an event space. Hours: N/A. 9am-5pm; Fri., 9am-3pm and Wed. evenings, Video Gallery, Through Aug. 13 - "Quayola: Museum of Art has an outstanding permanent lery, 160 N. Main Street, at the intersection of W. will take place May 26 - June 7 in Asheville and Paz - Intertwined". Driven by a combination of feature artwork by Christopher Fowler, Richard Contact: visit us on Facebook (https://www. 5-8pm. Contact: Dr. Nancy Palm at 910/775- Pleasant Places". The exhibition consists of a collection of more than 5,000 objects spanning Court St., Rutherfordton. Ongoing - Offering a Seagrove, NC. A full schedule of events for tradition and experimentation, Guerra de la Paz Wright, Michelle Johnson Fairchild, and Mary facebook.com/thekatzartcollective) or e-mail us 4264 or e-mail to ([email protected]). series of digital paintings exploring the boundary antiquity to the present day. On the occasion of changing exhibit of 2D and 3D art including oils, both pre-conferences and the main conference applies an essential sense of duality to lush, Margaret Myers. A reception will be held on May at ([email protected]). between representation and abstraction. Inspired the expansion, the Museum has acquired more watercolor, scratchboard, calligraphy, fiber, wood, can be found online at (www.woodfirenc.com). multi-layered artworks. They find inspiration in 5, from 5-7pm. May 20 - "Hues and Brews Artist ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Pembroke by the work of Vincent van Gogh, U.K.–based than 100 new works of art. Representing com- glass, pottery and fine craft by local artists/fine Woodfire NC is sponsored in part by STAR- the familiarity of ready-made – whose archaeo- & Craft Beer Celebration". This will be a street Artist Market Pembroke, at the UNCP artist Quayola traveled to Provence, France, missions, gifts, and purchases, the new works crafters. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-3pm. Contact: works Ceramics, North Carolina Pottery Center, logical qualities and encapsulated energies festival that will run from 11am to 6pm, and will be New Bern Enterpreneurship Incubator, 202 Main Street, 125 years after Van Gogh famously painted encompass important and diverse examples 828/288-5009 or at (http://www.rcvag.com/). National Endowment of the Arts, North Carolina evoke the significance of the human footprint located along Main Street in Historic Down- Pembroke. 2nd Sat. every month - Featur- there. As a nod to that painter’s expression- of historic and contemporary art from around Arts Council, The Log Book and Larkin. School and reveal psychosocial and environmental town Lenoir, NC. Satie’s Gift Shop, Ongoing Gallery on Craven Artists’ Co-Op, 228 Craven ing handmade art and jewelry by local artists. ist style, Quayola’s own Provence landscapes the world, and will be installed in the Museum’s Salisbury/Spencer House Gallery, Through May 13 - "Shababik: messages – while exploring themes with cultur- - featuring gift items made by local artists. Hours: Street, located in the historic Isaac Taylor House Hours: 10am-4pm. Contact: 910/775-4065. morph from realistic images of windblown trees new building and the surrounding landscape. New Ceramic Sculptures". Said is a ceramic al and historical relevance. The Joel Gallery, Tue.-Fri., 9am-5pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: and Garden, across from Mitchell’s Hardware to abstracted scenes of color and texture, as the Highlights include a gift of 28 sculptures by Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty artist from the Fustat area of Cairo, Egypt, May 6 - July 23 - "Julyan Davis: New Paintings 828/754-2486 or at (www.caldwellarts.com). and Morgans Bar and Grill, New Bern. Ongo- Penland natural forms begin to bleed into one another in Auguste Rodin, and work by such internation- St.,Salisbury. Through May 20 - "A Sense of who currently lives and works in Greensboro. of the South". Julyan Davis is an English-born ing - The gallery is one of the many projects swirls of disintegrating pixels. Simultaneously, ally acclaimed artists as Roxy Paine, Ursula von Place": Norvell Gallery - Harriet Hoover, “Fam- Fustat is historically known for its pottery artist who has painted the American South Mars Hill supported by Community Artist Will, a non-profit Penland Gallery & Visitors Center, Pen- the audio of rustling leaves and wind becomes Rydingsvard, El Anatsui, Jaume Plensa, Jackie ily Fruit,” featuring sculptures, drawings, and industry. Said comes from a family of potters, for over twenty five years. He received his art dedicated to expanding the art community of New land School of Crafts, 3135 Conley Ridge distorted and abstracted. Baker Jr. Photogra- Ferrara, Ellsworth Kelly, and David Park, among performance. YPG Gallery - Ann Marie Kennedy, with his father being his first teacher. He is training at the Byam Shaw School of Art in North Carolina Welcome Center, 6178 I-26 Bern, NC. The gallery is filled with the work of ten Rd, Penland. John & Robyn Horn Gallery, phy Gallery, Through Sept. 3 - "Looking South: others. Admission: Yes for some exhibits. Hours: “New Work”, featuring an installation and works inspired by the strong lines and bold shapes of London. Davis now lives in Asheville, North West, Mars Hill. Through June 20 - "Artists different artists who work in a variety of mediums Through May 14 - "Inspired," featuring work by Photographs by Eudora Welty". This exhibition Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm; Sun., 10am-5pm; & open on paper. Osborne and Woodson Galleries ancient Egyptian works. Ongoing - The gallery Carolina. His work is exhibited internationally, Count Series," featuring works by Teri Leigh including: Jay Manning (Sculptor, Graphic De- 32 artists from Penland’s Resident Artist and features a portfolio of 18 photographs by the ac- until 9pm on Fri. Contact: 919/839-6262 or at - “The Do Good Fund,” a selection of contempo- features hand crafted glass and ceramic items. and is in many public and private collections. Teed of Sylva, NC. The "Artists Count Series" will signer and Illustrator); Jon Derby (Photographer, Core Fellowship Programs. This exhibition will claimed American novelist and short story writer (www.ncartmuseum.org). rary Southern photography from the collection, The gallery will feature work from STARworks Adult Education Gallery, May 5 - June 11 - highlight the work of artists in Jackson and Swain Digital Art); Bernice Abraham (Painter); Dara highlight work across a range of mediums by Eudora Welty (1909–2001), produced by the curated by Alan Rothchild. Two artists explore staff artists, interns and resident artists, as well "The Bascom’s 2017 Photography Club Annual Counties, supported by a grant from the North Morgan (Painter); Sarah Thrasher (Photographer some of the incredible talent that has come out Mississippi Department of Archives and History North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East the concept of place. Site specific installations by as local ceramic artists and glass artists from Member Exhibition". The Bascom Photography Carolina Arts Council through the Blue Ridge and Jewelry Designer); Becky Preece (Photog- of Penland School’s residency programs. The in 1992 (with Welty selecting the images and Edenton Street, (between Salisbury and mixed media artist Ann Marie Kennedy will focus across the Southeast. Gallery Hours: Mon.- Club is a creative community that rides on the National Heritage Area and sponsored by the rapher); Kevin Strickland (Glass Blower); Brandy thirty-two artists on display will include furniture printing techniques) to represent the range of her Wilmington Streets), Raleigh. Lobby Case, on elements of “the space we occupy.” Raleigh- Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: passions of professionals, amateurs, teachers, North Carolina Division of Tourism. Hours: Daily Baxter (Painter); Elaine Meyer (Painter) and Dot- designer Vivian Beer, ceramic artist Cristina photographs from the 1930s and early 1940s. Through May 29 - "Jugtown Pottery 1917– based mixed media artist Harriet Hoover will fuse (www.starworksnc.org). and students of the photographic medium. The from 8am-5pm. Contact: 828/689-4257. tie Miller (Fused Glass Designer, China Painter, Córdova, metal sculptor Hoss Haley, and glass Welty’s iconic images of the South during this 2017: A Century of Art and Craft in Clay." Would drawing, sculpture, and performance. Photo- exhibition was open to all photography club and Photographer). Hours: Thur.-Sat., 11am-7pm artist Mark Peiser. Ongoing - The Penland time bring to mind the photographs of Helen Lev- you believe the concept for Jugtown came after graphs from The Do Good Fund, a nonprofit Siler City participants. Education Gallery, Ongoing - Marshall and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 252-649-1712 or at Gallery and Visitors Center is one of the finest itt, Dorothea Lange, and Walker Evans, among seeing a farmer’s entry of apples displayed collector of contemporary southern photography The Bascom offers our students and instructors (www.galleryoncraven.org). showcases for contemporary craft in the South- others. In comparing Welty’s work to Levitt’s in a “dirt dish” at the Davidson County fair in will be on display concurrently. Proposed pro- Throughout Siler City, May 19, 6-9pm - "Siler an opportunity to display their creative works Flow Gallery, 14 S. Main St., Marshall. Ongoing east. The gallery exhibits and sells work by cur- photographs of New York, critic John Szarkowski 1915? Jacques and Juliana Busbee, both from gramming includes artist lectures and hands-on City Art Walk," featuring exhibits at many of from workshops and classes. The perspec- - Flow is a cooperative gallery owned, operated Old Fort rent and former Penland instructors, resident wrote, “Like those of Levitt, Welty’s photographs Raleigh, had a vision inspired by that “dirt dish” workshops. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Thur. till the city's exhibit spaces, live entertainment, tives of these talented individuals reveal self- and curated by artists, offering for sale the best artists, and former students from around the do not show us the only truths of her subjects’ that initiated an industry devoted to preserving 7pm & Sat., 11am-3pm. Contact: 704/636-1882 artist demonstrations, food, local wine or beer expression, cultural awareness and technical of local and regional crafted objects and arts, Arrowhead Artists and Artisans League country. A knowledgeable staff provides infor- lives; perhaps they show us only the rarest and North Carolina’s pottery traditions from 1917 or at (www.waterworks.org). tastings, offered in town on the 3rd Fri. of the discipline. These ongoing displays expose traditional and contemporary. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Inc., 78 Catawba Avenue, Suite C-D, next to mation about the school’s programs, the artists, most evanescent truths, in which case we are the until today. Michael A. Ausbon, Associate Cura- month. Hosted by the North Carolina Arts the viewer to the analysis, invention, explora- 10am-4pm or by appt. Contact: 828/649-1686 or the parker hosiery building, 2 minutes from and studios in the area. The expanded exhibi- more grateful for these proofs of their existence.” tor of Decorative Arts, was assisted by Jugtown Seagrove Area Incubator. Contact: 919/663-2072 or at (www. tion and decision making processes used by at (www.flowmarshall.com). Exit 73 on Interstate I-40, Old Fort. Ongo- tion spaces, sales gallery, and educational visi- East Building, Level B, Allen G. Thomas Jr. and Stephen C. Compton in developing this ncartsincubator.org). students during the development of ideas into a ing - The main Gallery space is about 1800 tors center gallery provides a remarkable des- Photography Gallery, Through Sept. 3 - "You + case exhibit. Compton is the author of an up- Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden, 6108 Ma- work of art. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Con- Mooresville square feet, with an open, industrial feel. Art, tination for visitors to Penland School and the Me". The photographs featured in this exhibit re- coming book, "Jugtown Pottery 1917–2017: A ple Springs Road, Seagrove. Ongoing - The North Carolina Arts Incubator Gallery, 223 N tact: 828/526-4949 or at (www.thebascom.org). ranging from traditional to abstract and mixed surrounding arts community. Focus Gallery, veal the complexities of relationships, particularly Century of Art and Craft in Clay". The selected Carolina Bronze Sculpture Garden is a natural Chatham Ave., Siler City. Ongoing - Featuring Depot Visual Arts Center, 103 West Center media, hangs on the walls. On the main floor Through May 14 - "Well-Designed Objects," those between two people: mother and daughter, pieces have been chosen to celebrate the and landscaped area overlooking a beautiful the handcrafted work of over 30 Incubator and Hillsborough Ave., Mooresville. Ongoing - MAGical Gallery are displays of various types of fine crafts, which presents exquisitely crafted functional a married couple, two friends, colleagues, multi- evolution from utilitarian pottery to art pottery, 1.25 acre pond. A walking trail loops around regional artists in a variety of mediums includ- shop, a great source for unique gifts. Hours: such as jewelry, pottery, fiber art, hand crafted items including screenprinted hand towels and ple generations, and neighbors. Each photograph recognized and purchased both nationally and the pond with benches and a picnic area along ing painting, pottery, stained and fused glass, Downtown Hillsborough, May 26, from Tue.-Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: 704/663-6661 baskets, and hand turned wooden bowls. You zippered bags, metal key chains, leather-bound shows the gray spaces among independence internationally today. Ongoing - Featuring the trail. The Sculpture Garden collection fabric art, cards, photography, wood, jewelry, 6-9pm - "Hillsborough Art Walk Last Fridays". or at (www.MAGart.org). might even see a welded “junk yard” critter journals, pewter cups, steel bottle openers, and dependence, vulnerability and resistance, exhibits dealing with North Carolina's history as consists of donated and loaned sculptures from metal, baskets and more. There is a broad The Hillsborough Arts Council invites everyone or two. After viewing all of the various arts emerging and established artists working in all continued on Page 59 or compassion and indifference. An even more a theme. Admission: Free. Hours: Mon.-Sat., continued on Page 60 Page 58 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 59 Table of Contents Table of Contents turing the handicrafts of North Carolina in the Anderson and from artists Rick Beck; Shannon Ariel Gallery, 19 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. Ongo- Roberts St., Asheville. Ongoing - The Clay- historic Sheldon House. Hours: Museum hours Brunskill; John Littleton and Kate Vogel; Kenny ing - Presenting the best in clay, fiber, paper, space Co-op is a cooperative ceramics studio change seasonally, call 828/452-1551. Pieper and Pablo Soto. Sponsored in part by books, jewelry, metal, sculpture, furniture and and showroom located in the historic river arts NC Institutional Galleries Corning and the Art Alliance for Contemporary NC Institutional Galleries glass by members of the Ariel Contemporary district of Asheville, North Carolina. The main continued from Page 59 Wentworth Glass. Pancoe Art Education Center, Exhibi- continued from Page 60 Craft Cooperative. A gallery owned and operated aim of the Clayspace Cooperative is to provide tion Cases, Ongoing - View some of the by artists. Hours: Tue.-Thur., 10am-6pm; Fri. an environment that promotes the artistic range of items and prices. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Tryon Dan River Art Market & Gallery, 1122 NC Hwy. Seagrove and contemporary pottery from the the African-American Music Trails of Eastern Salon Carré in the Musée du Louvre. Morse & Sat., 10am-7pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: growth and success of its members through 10am-5pm; & 3rd Fri., 10am-9pm. Contact: 65, Wentworth. Ongoing - The gallery offers art museum’s permanent collection in the cases. North Carolina, a project of the North Carolina spent months walking the halls of the museum, 828/236-2660 or at (www.arielcraftgallery.com). cooperation and education. Hours: hours by 919/663-2072 or at (www.ncartsincubator.org). Tryon Arts and Crafts School, 373 Harmon and craft by local artists and 6 gallery exhibits These include the works of resident artist Arts Council, and agency of the Department of selecting Old Master paintings for his composi- chance. Contact: 828/279-3811. Field Rd., in the old Tryon Middle School, throughout the year, workshops and lectures. Hiroshi Sueyoshi, Ben Owen III and Jugtown Natural & Cultural Resources. Hours: Tue.-Fri., tion, then painstakingly copying the paintings and Bellagio, 5 Biltmore Plaza, Historic Biltmore Vil- PAF Gallery, 223 N Chatham Ave., Siler City. Tryon. Gallery & Gift Shop, Ongoing - Gift Hours: Thur., 10am-4pm; Fri., 11am-2pm; and by Pottery among other works. Admission: Yes. 10am-5pm; Sat., 11am-3pm and closed the 3rd “installed” them in the virtual gallery. The resulting lage, Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring exquisitely Cold River Gallery, 32-A Biltmore Ave., Ongoing - A gallery featuring works by local Shop features juried works by regional artisans appt. Contact: 336/349-4039 or at (www.artsin- Hours: Tue.-Sun., 10am-5pm and Thur. till 9pm. Sat. every month. Contact: 336-722-2625 or at monumental canvas—six feet by nine feet—was handcrafted jewelry and clothing. Hours: Mon.- Asheville. Ongoing - Welcome to the artis- and regional artists. Hours: 3rd Fri. 6-9pm. to selected work produced by our instructors rockingham.org). Contact: 910/395-5999 or at (www.cameronart- (http://deltaartscenter.org/). both an example of Morse’s erudition and skill Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: tic expression of messages found in ancient Contact: 919/663-2072 or at (www.ncartsincu- and students. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm & museum.org). and a tool of instruction for American viewers 828/277-8100 or at (www.bellagioarttowear.com). wisdom, philosophies and our Earth’s gifts, bator.org). Sat. 10am -1pm. Contact: 828/859-8323 or at Wilmington 4th Dimension Gallery, Commerce Plaza, 411 who did not have access to Renaissance and presented as the fine art of Karen Pierre. Work- (www.tryonartsandcrafts.org). W. Fourth St., downstairs from Cat's Corner, Baroque paintings. Ongoing - Collection of 18th Bella Vista Art Gallery, 14 Lodge St., Historic ing studio, jewelry, pottery. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Southern Pines Throughout Wilmington, May 1-6, 2017 - Winston-Salem. Ongoing - Featuring works through 20th century art, sculpture, American art, Biltmore Village, Asheville. Ongoing - Featur- noon-5pm. Contact: 828/350-0955. Tryon Painters and Sculptors, 78 N. Trade "Paint Out Wilmington". The Arts Council of by art students from Winston-Salem's colleges and pottery. Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue.-Sat., ing works by regional and national artists in a Street, Tryon. TPS Gallery, Through May Wilmington invites artists to participate in its and universities - the NC School of the Arts, 9:30am-4:30pm & Sun., 1:30-4:30pm. Contact: variety of mediums. Offering contemporary oil Corey C. McNabb Studio, River Arts District, 23 - Featuring works by guest artists Leslie annual plein air in downtown Wilmington. Pic- Salem College, Wake Forest University and 336/725-5325 or at (www.reynoldahouse.org). paintings, blown glass, pottery, black & white 1 Roberts Street, Suite 201, above White Duck Rowland, Beverly Kies, painters & Toby Walter turesque backdrops abound in North Carolina’s Winston-Salem State University. Hours: Fri., photography, stoneware sculptures, and Taco Shop, Asheville. Ongoing - An Asheville ceramic sculptor and member artists Marie King, “favorite” city, including the USS North Caro- 5-8pm & Sat., 5-8pm. Contact: 336/249-0418. SEED Collective Gallery, 205 W. Sixth Street, jewelry. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., native, McNabb paints only with a palette knife, Mike McCarthy, Norma Bachlelder, painters & lina, a 230+ block National Register Historic entrance is on "Soho Alley" , Winston-Salem. 10am-4pm. Contact: 828/768-0246 or at (www. applying oils or acrylics to canvas, creating bold Nancy Wall, paper mache. A reception will be District, and a host of unique and contemporary Piedmont Craftsmen Gallery, 601 North Trade Ongoing - Featuring works by a cooperative BellaVistaArt.com). bright images with an impressionistic impasto held on Apr. 15, from 5-7pm. Hours: Tue.-Sat., scenes. Sponsored by the Arts Council in as- Street, Winston-Salem. Ongoing - Featuring group of artists in various mediums. Hours: Sat. style. Hours: Thur.-Tue., 11am-5pm. Contact: at 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/859-0141 or e-mail to sociation with the Wilmington Art Association, fine art crafts by over 350 of the best artisans of from 11am-5pm & by appt. Contact: 336/722- (www.mcnabbfineart.com). (tpsnews@tryonpaintersand sculptors.com). "Paint Out Wilmington" will feature adult and the Southeast. Hours: Tue.-Fri.., 10:30am-5pm 2345. youth divisions. Contact: 910/343-0998 or at & Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: 336/725-1516 or at CURVE studios & garden, 6, 9 & 12 River- (www.ArtsCouncilofWilmington.org). Work by Janette K. Hopper (www.piedmontcraftsmen.org). The Gallery of the Arts, Commerce Plaza, side Dr., River Arts District, Asheville. Ongo- Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, Cape Fear Com- 411 West Fourth Street, just next door to ing - Working studios of Constance Williams, Ann Flack Boseman Gallery, Fisher Uni- munity College, 200 Hanover Street, first floor Red Dog Gallery, 606 N. Trade Street, Winston- the Stevens Center, Winston-Salem. Ongo- Sutherland Handweaving, Pattiy Torno, Maria versity Union, 2nd Floor, UNC - Wilmington, of the Hanover Parking Deck, Wilmington. Salem. Ongoing - The gallery showcases the ing - the facility includes The Community Arts Troya, Kyle Carpenter, Akira Satake, Cynthia Wilmington. Through Aug. 4 - "It’s A Blue May 15 - June 23 - "Natural Milieu: An Altered work of a consortium of talented local artists and Cafe’s Gallery of the Arts, Underground Theare Wynn, Fran Welch, Jenny Mastin, Cassie Ry- World After All". A collaborative exhibit featur- Point of View, Recent Works and New Genre craftsmen from the group Art For Art’s Sake. Gallery, and Arts Alley featuring works from alls & more. Hours: 11am-4pm daily. Contact: ing photographs from UNCW’s Plastic Ocean Collaborations by Janette K Hopper. Recep- From rich paintings and raku pottery to hand- artists of the Triad region of North Carolina 828/388-3526 or at (www.CURVEstudiosNC. Project organization and research from the tions will be held on May 26, from 6-9pm and made jewelry and whimsical sculpture, the items including fine art, fine craft, literature, recorded com). UNCW Chemistry department visually com- June 23, from 6-9pm. A panel discussion will and styles on display at the gallery are constantly music, videos and any other products available municating the growing problem with plastics be held on June 14, from 4-6pm. This deeply changing - and there always is something new exclusively through CAC. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Desert Moon Designs Studios & Gallery, pollution, this exhibit will showcase to viewers layered and varied show expresses her love of to discover for every sensibility and budget. noon-6pm & during First Friday Gallery Hop. 372 Depot Street, Suite 44, River Arts District, how powerful, beautiful, and critical our oceans the sea and forest. Projections, oil paintings, Hours: Tue.- Fri., noon-6pm and Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: 336/793-8000 or at (www.communit- Asheville. Ongoing - The gallery is a progres- Work by Tommy B, McDonell are to our everyday lives. The art in this exhibit multimedia prints, sounds, a collaborative panel Contact: 336/413-6667 or at (www.theafasgroup. yartscafe.com). sive contemporary gallery that includes working is intended to inspire and motivate individuals discussion and 3-D installations both interac- com). Work by Stephen Pon studios. The focus of the gallery is to showcase Campbell House Galleries, Arts Council of to do everything in their power to conserve tive and contemplative will fill the gallery with Unleashed Arts Center, 204 West 6th Street, both emerging/established local and visiting re- Moore County, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., South- and protect our world’s oceans. Hours: Mon.- imagery and sound. Hours: Tue.-Sat., noon-5- Reynolda House Museum of American Art, Winston-Salem. Ongoing - The Center is a Bender Gallery, 12 S. Lexington Ave., gional artists. Several times a year special exhi- ern Pines. May 5 - 27 - "Life’s Layers," featuring Fri., 7am-11pm; Sat., 10am-11pm; and Sun., pm. Contact: call 910/362-7252 or at (http:// Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem. Mary and special initiative by The AFAS Group to foster an Asheville. Through June 30 - "Crossings – A bitions are scheduled to introduce new talent or works by Tommy B. McDonell and Deborah Kline. 1-11pm. Contact: 910/962-7972, 910/962-3842 cfcc.edu/blogs/wilmagallery/). Charlie Babcock Wing Gallery, Through appreciation of art and to encourage the develop- Boat Show," featuring the work of six promi- to bring focus to a certain art medium. Hours: They are studio members of the Artist League of or e-mail at ([email protected]). June 4 - "Samuel F.B. Morse’s ‘Gallery of the ment of emerging artists. The center provides nent contemporary artists in the field of glass Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/575-2227 the Sandhills (ALS) in Aberdeen, NC. Their work ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Wilmington Louvre’ and the Art of Invention". Reynolda a venue for art shows, seminars, artist demon- and mixed media sculpture. Philip Baldwin & or at (http://www.desertmoondesigns-studios. has been juried into several shows, and in 2015, Art Gallery at the Cultural Arts Building, Burgwin-Wright House & Gardens, 224 House Museum of American Art will welcome an strations and includes working artists studios. Monica Guggisberg, Steve Jensen, Stephen com). Tommy won second place in Mixed Media at the ground floor, corner of Randall Parkway and Market Street, Wilmington. Florence Kid- American masterwork for this exhibition, Samuel Hours: Tue.- Fri., noon-6pm and Sat., 11am-4pm. Pon, Toland Sand and Bertil Vallien express Campbell House. They see their art as a state- Work by Addam Duncan Reynolds Drive, UNC-Wilmington, Wilmington. der Room, Through May 19 - "Unleashing F.B. Morse’s Gallery of the Louvre (1831–33). Contact: 336/413-6667 or at (www.theafasgroup. their vision of life’s journeys in the embodi- FW Gallery at Woolworth Walk, 25 Haywood ment from two strong independent women artists Through May 7 - "Spring Senior Exhibition". Nature," featuring acrylic paintings by Joan Created when the artist was living and work- com). ment of boats and vessels. Ongoing - The St., Asheville. May 1 - 30 - "Ed + Kate Cole- who know the rules yet don’t always follow them. Upstairs Artspace, 49 South Trade Street, The Senior Exhibition is the culmination of McLoughlin. May 21 - June 19 - Featuring plein ing in Paris, the painting represents the famed region’s largest and most diverse studio glass man," featuring works in clay by Ed and Kate They create their lives in art. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Tryon. May 6 - June 16 - The Upstairs Artspace study in studio art. The exhibition is juried by air painting in the colonial revival gardens by gallery on two sun-filled levels features artists Coleman. A reception will be held on May 5, 9am-5pm. Contact: 910/692-4356 or at (www. presents three unique exhibits featuring pho- the studio art faculty and mounted by graduat- various artists. Admission: Yes. Hours: Tue- from around the country as well as around the from 5-7pm. Their work is a collaboration be- mooreart.org). tography, painting and sculpture by a group of ing seniors. It is the capstone event for studio Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 910/762-0570 or at world. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-5pm & Sun., tween two artists - separate people with ideas accomplished artists from the Upstate-South art majors. Hours: Mon.-Fri., noon-4pm (closed (wwwburgwinwrighthouse.com). noon-5pm. Contact: 828/505-8341 or at (www. that merge. In sharing their lives together, work- Southport Carolina. On the main level photographs by Jane Fri. during the summer). Contact: call art dept. bendergallery.com). ing side by side, Ed and Kate share moments Dorn and Jo Carol Mitchell-Rogers can be seen at 910/962-3440 or at (www.uncw.edu/art/gal- Expo 216, 216 N. Front Street, Wilmington. of inspiration, and many common themes Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West St., as well as painter/watercolor artist Connie Bostic lery). Ongoing - Expo 216 is a non-profit, specialty NC Commercial Galleries BlackBird Frame & Art, 365 Merrimon Ave- appear in their work. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 11am- Southport. Ongoing - Works by members of the in our Small Works Gallery. On the lower level museum, which encourages conscious liv- nue, just 3/4 mile north of downtown, Asheville. 6pm; Fri., 11am-7pm; Sat., 10am-7pm; & Sun., Associated Artists of Southport. Hours: Mon.- painters Addam Duncan, Annette Giaco, Ludovic Expo 216, a Gallerium, located at 216 N Front ing through heightened awareness of social Aberdeen at ([email protected]). May 4 - June 17 - “Appalachian Pastel 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/254-9234 or at (www. Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/457-5450 or at Nkoth, Nancy O’Dell-Keim, Beth Regula, and Street, Wilmington. Ongoing - Expo 216 was and environmental issues. It incorporates Society’s Member Show: BIG LITTLE PAINT- woolworthwalk.com). (www.franklinsquaregallery.com). Dwight Rose along with wall art sculptor Glenda founded by Linda Look and Wade Hughes in over 5,000 square feet of a newly renovated Artistic Impressions, 103 North Poplar Street, Susan Harrell Studio Gallery, 375 S. Fayette- INGS.” A reception will be held on May 11, from Guion with their show curated by Scott Cunning- 2016 and is a “gallerium,” part gallery and part building in historic downtown Wilmington. We Aberdeen. Ongoing - Featuring custom stained ville Street, Asheboro. Ongoing - Featuring a fine 6:30-8:30pm. “Big Little Paintings” is an exhibi- Gallery Minerva Fine Art, 8 Biltmore Ave., Spruce Pine ham. A reception will be held on May 06, from 6 to museum, focusing on themes related to envi- are a theme-driven “gallerium” focusing on a glass, glass etching, repairs, restoration and art gallery showcasing the work of contemporary tion of small works created by Appalachian Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring painting, 7:30pm with a Walk & Talk program by the artists ronmental and social issues. Hours: Wed.-Sun., single social or environmental issue each year. church windows, plus a full supply for the hobby- photorealism painter Susan Harrell and other se- Pastel Society artists. The Appalachian Pastel sculpture, photography, ceramics and glass by Throughout Mitchell and Yancey Counties, at 5pm. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: noon-6pm. Contact: Brook Bower, Gallerium Admission: Free. Hours: Wed.-Sun., noon-6- ist. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm & Sat., 10am-2- lect artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Society is centered in western North Carolina local and regional artists. Hours: Mon.-Thur., June 2 - 4, from 10am to 5pm - "Toe River 828-859-2828 or at (www.upstairsartspace.org). Manager by calling 910/769-3899 or at (www. pm. Contact: Brook Bower, Alexandra Morse at pm. Contact: 910/944-1930. 336/267-8286 or at (www.susanharrell.com). and serves members from North Carolina, Ten- 11am-6pm;Fri. & Sat., 11am-8pm; & Sun., Studio Tour." We have 53 studio sites with expo216.com). 910/769-3899 or at (www.expo216.com). nessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and noon-5pm. Contact: 828/255-8850 or at (www. 83 artists, in one of the largest and longest Valdese Seagrove Pottery of the Sandhills, 1680 NC Asheville other states. The society was formed in 2006 galleryminerva.com). running studio tours in the country; you will Louise Wells Cameron Art Museum, @ in- Winston-Salem Highway 5, less than 2 miles from the Village of to promote an understanding of pastel painting find craftspeople and artists in nearly every Valdese Heritage Arts Center, 146 Main tersection of Independence Blvd. & South 17th Pinehurst in the Food Lion/Bowling Alley Plaza, Downtown Asheville, May 5, 5-8pm - "Down- throughout the Appalachian region. For ad- Gallery of the Mountains, Inside the Grove Park medium, many tops in their field—from clay to Street West, Valdese. Ongoing - The center of- Street, Wilmington. Through July 9 - "Beyond Artworks Gallery, 564 N. Trade Street, Winston- Aberdeen. Ongoing - Featuring only NC pot- town Art Walks," presented by the 25 members of ditional information visit (www.appalachianpas- Inn, 290 Macon Ave., Asheville. Ongoing - Now glass, fiber to paper, 2 and 3-dimensional work, fers a great selection of unique gifts on exhibit the Horizon". Our relationship to the land has Salem. Ongoing - The gallery is the longest ters and primarily those of Seagrove, NC. We the Asheville Downtown Gallery Association. Pick telsociety.com). Ongoing - Currently, about 25 part of the Grovewood Gallery family, featuring soap to candles, jewelry, metal, recycled and and for sale, including, but not limited to original inspired artists for centuries. Contemporary running cooperative gallery established by artists typically have over 1000 pieces from 25 pottery up a Downtown Gallery Guide with a map to help painters, photographers and crafters show their handcrafted wearables, jewelry, pottery and waiting to be used. The tour is a FREE, self- paintings, pottery, needlework, wood-carvings, artists continue to investigate place and create for artist members, showing 12 exhibits per artist’s on display. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. you along the way at any downtown gallery, the work at BlackBird. We also offer expert custom many one-of-a-kind objects. Hours: Mon.-Tue., guided trip that will lead you to some unique hand crafted furniture, ceramic sculptures, artwork that explores human connections to our year in the heart of Winston-Salem’s Art District. Contact: 910/420-8056 or at (www.pinehurstpot- Chamber of Commerce, or Pack Place. Contact: framing. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 9am-6pm; Wed.-Sat., 9am-9pm & Sun., 9am-5- places in our community that is situated be- stained glass, photography, jewelry, floral changing world. Employing various mediums, Approx. 21 artists show their work in mediums tery.com). 828/258-0710, ext. 108 or at (www.asheville- 10am-3pm. Contact: 828/252-6036 or at (www. pm. Contact: 828/254-2068. tween Mt. Mitchell and Roan Mountain. Studios arangements greeting cards, quilts and home these artists examine, challenge, and redefine such as painting, watercolor, drawing, photog- downtowngalleries.org). BlackBirdFrame.com). are cleaned and open, usually with snacks and made soap. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm & Sat., the concept of landscape. Beyond the horizon, raphy, sculpture, encaustic wax, and digital Apex Grovewood Gallery, next to The Omni Grove a smile. For more information about the Studio 11am-3pm. Contact: 828/874-1849 or at (http:// beyond the scope of our current understanding art. The gallery features the work of Mary Beth Aesthetic Gallery, 6 College St., across from Blue Ridge Frame & Gallery, 545 Merrimon Park Inn, 111 Grovewood Road, Asheville. Tour, visit the website at (www.toeriverarts.org) vhac.webs.com). or range of perception, lies what we are unable Blackwell-Chapman, E.Faye Collins, Chris Flory, Cocoon Gallery, 221 N. Salem Street, Apex. Pritchard Park, Asheville. Ongoing - Offer- Ave., Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring works by lo- Through May 21 - "Visions of Nature by Brad or call 828/682-7215 (Burnsville) or 828/765- to foresee or anticipate. Exploring our evolv- Carl Gericke, Don Green, Nancy Hayes, Ted Ongoing - Featuring the functional art of 30+ ing a variety of international works, including cal artist Linda Cheek, Ann Vasilik, Carol Bomer, Stroman". The exhibition features 10 new acrylic 0520 (Spruce Pine). Washington ing perceptions of the natural world, Teresita Hill, Alix Hitchcock, Virginia Ingram, Steven Hull Carolina artists working in ceramics, wood, tex- terracotta ceramics from Viet Nam and stone Kelly Wilkinson, and many more. Plus a large paintings from Santa Fe-based artist Brad Stro- Fernández, Maya Lin, Jason Mitcham, and Jones, Lea Lackey-Zachmann, Nanu LaRosee, tiles, metal, glass & jewelry. Hours: Mon., Wed., sculpture from Zimbabwe. In addition, there is selection of prints, posters, and quality custom man. Stroman’s work focuses on the small, TRAC Arts Center, Toe River Arts Council. 269 River Walk Gallery and Arts Center, 139 W. Colby Parsons unearth our understanding of Kate Magruder, Beverly Noyes, Nelida Otero, Thur. & Sat., 11am-6pm; Fri., 11am-8pm; Sun., an assortment of intricately detailed hand- framing. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-6pm & Sat., incidental natural objects that we often pass over Oak Avenue, Spruce Pine.May 13 - June 4 - "Toe Main Street, Washington. Ongoing - All work is and our effect on the landscape. Sponsored Dave Riedel, Ben Rouzie, Inez Ruchte, Virginia 1-5; and closed Tue. Contact: 919/267-4321. crafted pictorial textiles from Australia and 10am-4pm. Contact: 828/253-3559. in our everyday activities - a crinkled leaf, a torn River Studio Tour Exhibition," featuring works done by local artists and has to be juried into the in part by the Landfall Foundation and the Shepley, Ed Shewmake, Mitzi Shewmake, Lesotho, many of which depict local Asheville feather, an abandoned nest, a worn stone. May by tour participants. A reception will be held on gallery. The gallery includes watercolor, oil, and City of Wilmington. Through July 9 - "Land- Anne Kesler Shields, Kimberly Varnadoe, Jody Asheboro scenes. Also available are Australian Aboriginal Blue Spiral 1, 38 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. Ongo- 20, from 2-6pm - Grovewood Gallery Celebrates June 2, from 5:30-7:30pm. This is an opportunity acrylic paintings, photography, pottery, mixed me- scapes from the Collection". Our relationship Walker, Mona Wu, Tyrie Brown, Mike Foley, and oil paintings, Bruni Sablan oil paintings from ing - Featuring works in a variety of mediums by 25 Years of American-Made Art and Craft. Con- to view some of the riches of this area and plan dia, fiber arts, jewelry, wood work, stained glass, to the land has inspired artists for centuries. John Hamilton. Hours: Tue.- Sat. 11am-5pm and Circa Gallery, 150 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. the "Jazz Masters Series," and ceramic tiles regional, national and international artists. Hours: sidered one of Asheville’s premiere art and craft your weekend of travel and search. Tour guides and books written by local authors. Hours: Mon.- Contemporary artists continue to investigate Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 336/723-5890 or at (www. Ongoing - Featuring works by local, regional, from the Southwest (US). Hours: Tue-Sat, Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun. noon-5pm. Con- galleries, Grovewood Gallery - located in Grove- containing maps and locations of participating Sat., 10:30am-5pm. Contact: 252/974-0400. place and create artwork that explores human artworks-gallery.org). and established artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am- noon-6pm. Contact: 828/301-0391 or at (www. tact: 828/251-0202 or at (www.bluespiral1.com). wood Village adjacent to The Omni Grove Park artists are now available at both TRAC galler- connections to our changing world. The art- 6pm. Contact: 336/736-8015. aestheticgallery.com). Inn - will mark its 25th year in 2017. Plans are ies, participant studios, local businesses, and Waynesville ists in "Beyond the Horizon" employ various Charlotte & Philip Hanes Gallery, Reynolda Castell Photography, 2C Wilson Alley off underway for the anniversary celebration, which online at (www.toeriverarts.org).Hours: Tue.-Sat., mediums to examine, challenge, and redefine Road, Scales Fine Arts Center, Wake Forest Uni- Colorshow Gallery, 151 N. Fayetteville Street, American Folk Art & Antiques, 64 Biltmore Eagle St., Asheville. Ongoing - The gallery will include an outdoor sculpture exhibition, artist 10:30am-5pm. Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-5pm. Con- Little Gallery on Church Street, 37 Church the concept of landscape. Ranging from 1855 versity, Winston-Salem. Through May 15 - "2017 located on the second floor of Bell & Browne Ave., Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring antique is owned by internationally recognized artist demonstrations, live music from The Bad Penny tact: 828/682-7215 or at (www.toeriverarts.org). Street, Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring montly to 2002 the fourteen artworks from CAM’s Student Art + Honors Exhibitions". The exhibition Law Offices, Asheboro. Ongoing - The gallery folk art, functional and contemporary folk pottery, Brie Castell, is a unique photographic Salon & Pleasuremakers, and local food and drinks. exhibits by regional arts. Sponsored by the permanent collection in Landscapes from will feature artwork by Wake Forest University offers an assortment of artworks by NC artists, furniture and paintings. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- Gallery dedicated solely to photo based media. Customers will also have a chance to enter a free Sylva Haywood County Arts Council. Hours: Mon.-Fri., the Collection illustrate the varied styles and undergraduate student artists selected by a jury from pottery and blown glass, to fiber arts, jew- 6pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 828/281-2134 The gallery features the work of Brie Castell, raffle to win a handcrafted kinetic Wind Sculp- 9am-5pm. Contact: 828/452-0593, e-mail at lasting influence of nature within the fabric of of studio art faculty. Hours: Mon.-Fri.,10am-5pm elry and paintings. We also have an assortment or at (www.amerifolk.com). and also hosts several rotating exhibitions each ture by Lyman Whitaker. Ongoing - Grovewood Gallery One, Main Street, Sylva. Ongoing ([email protected]) or at (www.haywoo- our shared cultural landscape. Through Aug. amd Sat. & Sun., 1-5pm, except university holi- of hand-poured candles and handmade soap. year of other talented photographers. Hours: Gallery was opened in 1992 to revitalize the - Home of the Jackson County Visual Arts darts.org). 27 - "From the Fire". In 1962, renowned glass days. Contact: 336/758-5585 or at (http://www. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 11am-6pm; Fri., 11am-4pm Appalachian Craft Center, 10 North Spruce Wed.-Fri., noon-6pm, Sat., noon-7pm or by Homespun Shops that once housed the famous Association. The association has also offered artist Harvey Littleton (American, 1922-2013) wfu.edu/art/gallery/gall_index.html). and every 3rd. Fri., is our Open House from St., Asheville. Ongoing - Folk pottery, face jugs, appt. Contact: 828.255.1188 or at (www.castell- weaving and woodworking complex of Biltmore workshops: including utilizing social media, The Haywood County Arts Council's Gallery demonstrated the potential of studio created 5:30-8:30pm, where you can meet the artists traditional crafts, and other collectables. Hours: photography.com). Industries. Today, Grovewood showcases 9,000 book binding, drawing and art history. Exhibi- 86, 86 N. Main Street, Waynesville. Ongoing - glass and artists have continued to push the Delta Arts Center, 2611 New Walkertown and enjoy some refreshments. Contact: Betsy Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/253-8499 or square feet of handmade American crafts by tions usually include paintings, photographs, The gallery lends itself to showcase high quality material in new directions. This exhibition cel- Road, Winston-Salem. May 1 - June 30 Browne at 336/465-2387 or at (http://www. at (www.appalachiancraftcenter.com). Chatsworth Art and Antiques, 54 N. Lexing- more than 400 artists. Resident artists include: sculptures and occasionally contemporary fine art by local and regional artists. Hours: ebrates the 55th anniversary of the studio glass - "African-American Music Trails of North colorshowgallery.com). ton Ave., Asheville. Ongoing - Specializing in Chris Abell, Rick Eckerd, Kathleen Doyle, Daniel crafts. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 1pm-4pm and by appt. Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/452-0593 movement, the influence of Littleton and the Carolina". The exhibition features 69 framed ArtEtude Gallery, 89 Patton Avenue, Asheville. 19th and early 20th century oils, watercolors Essig, Russell Gale, Lisa Gluckin, Carl Powell, Contact: Tim Lewis 828/337-3468 or James or at (www.haywoodarts.org). current innovative processes in contemporary photos taken by renowned photographers Little River Art Works, 6417 Abner Rd., Ongoing - Featuring compelling contemporary and prints. Also jewelry, silver, china, small fur- Thomas Reardon, Brent Skidmore, & Jessica Smythe 828/507-4248. glass. The exhibition includes loans from the Cedric Chatterley and Titus Brooks Heagins, Asheboro. Ongoing - Featuring stoneware art, by talented artists, for discerning collectors. niture and fine accessories. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Stoddart. Also, the gallery is noted for its impres- The Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts, Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC; Chrysler Museum as well as a variety of historic photographs luminaries and hand carved folk art scenes on Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-6pm; Fri.-Sat., 10am- 11am-5pm. Contact: 828.252.6004. 307 Shelton Street, corner of US 276 So. and of Art, Norfolk, VA; Corning Museum of Glass, from private collectors. The exhibition is part of our pottery by Nora & Barry Walbourn. Hours: 7pm; & Sun. noon-5pm. Contact: 828/252-1466 Shelton Street, Waynesville. Ongoing - Fea- Corning, NY; the collection of Lisa and Dudley by appt. only. Contact: 336/381-4708 or e-mail or at (http://artetudegallery.sqsp.com/). Clayspace Co-op, River Arts District, 119A continued on Page 63 continued on Page 62 Page 60 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 61 Woolworth Walk, 25 Haywood Street, Asheville. carltongallery.com). Gallery on Main, 36 East Main Street, Brevard. Ongoing - Featuring artwork and crafts by over Ongoing - Featuring original art, limited editon 170 artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm, closed Sally Nooney, Artists Studio Gallery, located prints, collectibles and gifts. Hours: Mon.-Sat., NC Commercial Galleries Tue. (until Mar.), & Sun. 11am-5pm. Contact: midway between Banner Elk & Valle Crucis NC Commercial Galleries 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/885-7299 or at (www. continued from Page 61 828/254-9234 or at (www.woolworthwalk.com). on Hwy 194 So. Ongoing - Featuring the rich, continued from Page 62 galleryonmain.com). vibrant works of Sally Nooney in oil, acrylic, sive second-floor studio furniture collection and ing. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm & Sat., ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Asheville and watercolor. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Denise Geiger, Jean Hope, Elizabeth Kirk, Ida 5pm and Sun. 1-5pm. Contact: 828/295-6991. Gravy, 17 W. Main St., Brevard. Ongoing - An outdoor sculpture gardens. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-3pm. Contact: 828/225-5200 or at (www. The Captain’s Bookshelf, 31 Page Ave., Contact: 828/963-7347 or at (www.sallynooney. O’Connell, Billy Ogle, Eileen Ross, Marilyn artisan and retail market, benefiting the Boys 10am-6pm & Sun. 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/253- galleryatstudiob.com). Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring original art, com). Sobanski, Jenean Stone, Susan Taylor, Sum- Reinert Fine Art, 1153 Main Street, Blowing and Girls Club of Transylvania County. Gravy’s 7651 or at (www.grovewood.com). prints and poetry broadsides are displayed mer G. Ventis, Ann Whisenant, and Katherine Rock. Ongoing - Reinert Fine Art showcases the 71 dealers donate at least 15% of their profits Sutherland Handweaving Studio, 122 River- along with a quality selection of secondhand Beaufort Youtz. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: contemporary impressionist works in oil by Rick to our local club. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Jewels That Dance: Jewelry Design, 63 Hay- side Dr., inside Cotton Mill Studios in River Arts and rare books. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6- 828/669-4975. Reinert and other artists offering their unique Contact: 828/862-4900 or at (www.gravyon- wood St., next door to the Library, Asheville. On- District, Asheville. Ongoing - This handweaving pm. Contact: 828/253-6631 or at (http://www. Craving Art Studio, 121 Craven Street, Beau- and diverse styles. Hours: Mon.-Sun., 9am-5pm. main.blogspot.com). going - Featuring hand-crafted jewelry by some studio, gallery and learning center features fine, captainsbookshelf.com/). fort. Ongoing - Featuring the working spaces Studio 103 Fine Art Gallery, 103 West Contact: 828/414-9580 or at (www.rickreinert. Work by Ruth Cox of America's foremost jewelry artists. Hours: one-of-a-kind and limited edition handwoven of artists Heather Sink and Lisa Tuchek. This St, Black Mountain. Ongoing - Owned and com). Hollingsworth Gallery, 147 E. Main Street, Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-6pm. Contact: 828/254-5088 fashion accessories and household textiles, Atlantic Beach space is shared with community through classes, curated by photographer Rebecca D’Angelo, between Main Street Ltd. and Quotations Cof- Sunset River Marketplace, 10283 Beach Drive, or at (www.jewelsthatdance.com). including scarves, shawls, garments, hand- events and workshops and exhibits of other art- the gallery will feature monthly shows by local The Bob Timberlake Gallery at Blowing fee Cafe, Brevard. Ongoing - Showcasing local SW, Calabash. Through June 3 - "Blooms". bags, towels, table linens, blankets and wall Vision Gallery, 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, ists. Hours: daily, 10am-5pm. Contact: 252-728- and national artists. It will also offer local art Rock, 946 Main Street Blowing Rock. Ongo- and emerging artists. Hours: call for hours. According to gallery owner Ginny Lassiter, the Jonas Gerard Fine Art, 240 Clingman Ave., art. Sutherland also offers a series of classes Atlantic Beach. Ongoing - Featuring original 0243 or at (www. cravingartstudio.com). and crafts for sale in its retail section. Hours: ing - Featuring original artwork and reproduc- Contact: 828/884-4974. exhibition is celebrating Spring and rebirth with Asheville. Ongoing - "Explosions of Color on and workshops for beginning weavers, weavers paintings and three-dimensional work from Wed.-Sat., noon-6pm or by appt. Contact: call tions by Bob Timberlake. Also furniture, gifts, a colorful mix of works in a range of media. Canvas". Nationally known artist Jonas Gerard needing a refresher course or experienced weav- regional and national artists, and one and Handscapes Gallery Fine Arts and Crafts, 410 Rebecca D’Angelo at 828/357-8327 or at (www. apparel and collectibles. Hours: they vary - call Mountain Forest Pottery, 2395 Greenville Included in the show are works by Ruth Cox (oil), displays his most recent collection of abstract ers. A monthly Sutherland Weavers’ Study Group two-person shows in summer months. Hours: Front Street, Beaufort. Ongoing - The Gallery studio103fineartgallery.com). ahead. Contact: 828/295-4855 or at (www. Hwy., Brevard. Ongoing - Offering functional Ginny Lassiter (acrylic), Gene Horne (oil), Karen acrylics. His 5,000 square feet studio / gallery brings area weavers together to discuss design 10:30am-5pm, closed Wed, Sun. Contact promotes American traditions in pottery, jewelry bobtimberlake.com). and whimsical pottery made on site by artist Casciani (watercolor), Brenda Butka (oil), Beverly is filled with years of passion and dedication. challenges, share successes and work through 252/247-5550 or at and glasswork with an emphasis on North Caro- Ten Thousand Villages, 303 Lookout Rd., Mary Murray. “Handmade comes to life” in the Offitt (pressed flowers), Louis Aliotta (photog- He uses bold, passionate, sweeping gestures problems in a casual, small group format. Hours: (www.twogalleries.net). lina artists. Over 200 artists are represented in a Montreat. Ongoing - Fair trade source for Winterfire Craft Gallery, 1087 Main Street, homey gallery, offering the work of many re- raphy), Roseann Bellinger (oil), Joyce Volmer of saturated color that form unexpected images Tue.-Sat., from 10am-4pm. Contact: Barb Butler, full range of work from the traditional to the con- handmade items from more than 30 countries Blowing Rock. Ongoing - Featuring pottery by gional artists – handmade teddy bears, jewelry, (oil), Mark Hilliard (photography), Sue Marion ( of poetic stature. Gerard paints in house to 828/513-1814, or Karen Donde, 854/261-4324, Bakersville temporary in pottery, glass, jewelry, metal, wood in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Hours: Mon.- Bill Campbell as well as hand-crafted jewelry, quilts, folk art, sculpture, drawings, and paint- watercolor), Ardie Praetorius (clay), Kim Clayton upbeat inspiring music, come unannounced or or at (www.sutherlandhandweaving.com). and other media. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm Sat. 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/669-1406. metal sculpture, hand-thrown pottery, art glass, ings. Recipes accompany many pottery pieces (folk art), Pat Smelkoff (batik), Celia Wester (oil), by appointment. Hours: Mon.-Sun., 10am-6pm In Tandem Gallery, 20 North Mitchell Ave., & Sun., 10am-5pm. Contact: 252-728-6805 or at and calligraphy prints. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6- that are designed for baking apples, pies, and Micheline Sansregret (watercolor), and Karen & by appt. Contact: 828/350-7711 or at (www. Bakersville. Ongoing - Featuring a gallery in (http://www.handscapesgallery.com/). The Gingko Tree Photo Gallery & Frame pm & Sun., 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/295-4880. other dishes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm Day-Vath. Sterling Edwards (acrylic), and the jonasgerard.com). downtown Bakersville to attract, display, and pro- Shop, 128 Broadway, Black Mountain. Ongoing & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 828/885-2149 or at late Ramona Batsford Bendin (oil). Ongoing - A mote artists from coast to coast. Hours: Tue.-Sat., The Artestry Hideaway, 129 Middle Lane, (in - Gifts, cards, prints, photography and framing. Boone (www.scenic276.com). unique eclectic gallery showcasing over 200 local K2 Studio, 59 College St., Asheville. Ongoing or by appt. Contact: 828/688-6428 or at (www. the alley behind Clawson’s Resturant) Beaufort. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. artists in virtually every medium. Enjoy gour- - Featuring a unique collection of fine furniture intandemgallery.com). Ongoing - The Artestry Hideaway features over Contact: 828/669-7721. Miters Touch Woodworking, 6858 Hwy. Mud Dabber's Pottery and Crafts, 3623 met coffee, tea and treats as you stroll through by local artists and pieces from around the 60 North Carolina Artists. We offer fine art, whim- 105 S., Foscoe, near Hound Ears. Ongo- Greenville Hwy., Brevard. Ongoing - Featuring the 10,000 square-foot space. Art classes and world, home accessories and changing fine Mica - Fine Contemporary Craft, 37 N. Mitchell sical and funky jewelry, pottery, glass, fiber, wood, The Old Depot Arts & Crafts Gallery, inter- ing - Featuring fine furniture by Denise Grohs the work of six family members including: John custom framing are offered on-site. Hours: Mon.- art exhibitions. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm & Avenue, Bakersville. Through May 31- Featur- metal, fun chimes and other ‘stuff’. We also offer section of Sutton and Cherry Streets, Black and Miters Touch, pottery by Eric Reichard, art O., Sybil, John E., Carol and Brandon (Brad), Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/575-5999 or at Sun. noon-5pm. Contact: 828/250-0500 or at ing new works by Robbie Bell of Speckled Dog classes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., Mountain. Ongoing - A non-profit arts/crafts quilts by Linda Smith, stained glass by Dianne and Becky Dodson and friends Phillip Johnston, (www.SunsetRiverMarketplace.com). (www.homeredefined.com). Pottery, Marita Strauss’ jewelry and Katherine 10am-6pm. Contact: 919/244-7354 or at (www. gallery representing local artists. Proceeds sup- Radford, and wood turnings by Todd Davidson. Carolyn Becker, Susan Peterson, and Matthew McCarty’s oil paintings. And as a special surprise artestryhideaway.com). port arts in the schools program. Pottery, folk art Also cabinetwork and kitchen design services Nevenschwander, Elizabeth Galloway, Jonlyn ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Ocean Isle Beach Kress Emporium, 19 Patton Ave., Patton & to celebrate Mother’s Day and the joy of spring, a and more. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., available. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm, Sat. Parker, Charlie Parker, Mary Ey, and Sue Jones. Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd., Lexington Aves., downtown Asheville. Ongo- garden gift will be included in each purchase, as Belmont 1-5pm. Contact: 828/669-6583. 10am-2pm or by appt. Contact: 828/963-4445 Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Ocean Isle Beach. Ongoing - Art gallery featur- ing - Featuring works by over 100 artists and well as an opportunity to sign up for the draw- or at (www.miterstouchinc.com). Contact: 828/884-5131 or at (www.muddabbers. ing local artists, David McCune, Steven Schu- craftsmen. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm & Sun., ing of a Mica gift certificate, with the drawing JS Pottery Antiques and Collectibles, 27 Visions of Creation Gallery, 114 Cherry State com). man, and Suzanne C. Hunady, as well as daily noon-6pm. Contact: 828/281-2252 or at (www. taking place the Saturday before Mother’s Day. North Main Street, Belmont. Ongoing - Offering Street, Black Mountain. Ongoing - Featur- Brevard - Cedar Mountain Area tours, tastings and the art of wine making. Hours thekressemporium.com). Work by Bridget Benton Ongoing - Our cooperative gallery currently has pieces ranging from face jugs, vases, pitchers ing unique, contemporary fine gold jewelry of Red Wolf Gallery, 8 E. Main St., Brevard. Mon.-Sat., 11-6pm & Sun. 12-5pm. Contact: fourteen members who are from the Bakersville, and planters with hand-painted iris, dogwood, incomparable beauty and quality handcrafted by Andrea Brewer Art Studio, 22 West Main Ongoing - Featuring original works of art by over 910/287-2800 or at Montford Arts Center, 235 Montford Avenue, 310 ARTGallery, 191 Lyman St, #310, Penland, and Burnsville areas including: Jon and magnolia designs to beautiful hand-carved Robert Vengoechea. Hours: Tue.-Sat., noon-6pm Street, upstairs, next to The Proper Pot, Brevard. twenty regional artists in a historic downtown (www.silvercoastwinery.com). Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring works in a Asheville. Through June 30 - "Inside Out". esi- Ellenbogen & Becky Plummer, Kent McLaughlin North Carolina lighthouses. Hours: Mon.-Sat., & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 828/669-0065. Ongoing - Natural fiber landscapes and wildlife building. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., variety of media by over twenty-five area art- dent artists draw from their inner vision to cre- & Suze Lindsay, Gertrude Graham Smith, Susan 9am-6pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 704/829- scenes. Hours: by appt. only and fall art walks 1-5pm and by appt. Contact: 828/862-8620. Cary ists. Watch artists at work. Hours: Tue.-Fri., ate art that reflects integrity, hope and passion. Feagin, Cynthia Bringle, David Ross, Shaunna 0360 or at (www.jspottery.com). Blowing Rock from 5-8pm. Contact: 828/577-1968 or at (http:// 11:30am-6pm & Sat., 11:30am-5pm. Contact: Ongoing - Featuring original, contemporary Lyons, Joy Tanner, William Baker, Claudia www.andreabrewerfiber.com). The Haen Gallery, 200 King Street, Brevard Stonehaven Jewelry Gallery, 101 Ledge 828/777-1014. fine art by 21 regional artists. Hours: Fri.-Sun., Dunaway, Jenny Lou Sherburne, Jacque Allen, Black Mountain/Montreat/Swannanoa Blowing Rock Frameworks & Gallery, LTD, Lumberyard Arts District, Brevard. Ongoing Stone Way, Stonecreek Village Shopping 9:30am-3:30pm and most weekdays or by appt. and Pablo Soto. Visit any day and you’re likely 7539 Valley Blvd (Next to Food Lion), Blowing ART Works Brevard, 27 S. Broad Street, Bre- - Committed to providing access to stunning Center, corner of Davis Drive and High House Mountain Made, Grove Arcade Public Market, Contact: 828-776-2716 or at (http://www.310art. to meet one or two of the Mica artists. Hours: Acoustic Corner, 105 F Montreat Rd, Black Rock. Ongoing - Blowing Rock Frameworks vard. Ongoing - This new working studio/gallery and unique artwork for discerning collectors Rd., Cary. Ongoing - Featuring custom design, 1 Page Ave., Suite 123, Asheville. Ongoing - com/main/). Thur.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Mountain. Ongoing - Acoustic instruments and Gallery is celebrating their 23rd year in the of fine art at is in a beautiful light-filled space in and our community in general. Our offerings jewelry repair, original oil paintings, limited Featuring the work of over a 150 WNC artisans, 828/688-6422 or at (www.micagallerync.com). hand-made or manufactured by hand in business of custom framing and fine art sales. the restored historic Aethelwold Hotel building. will reflect the character and sensibilities of this edition prints, and fine art glass. Hours: Mon.- in both contemporary and traditional mountain 352 Depot St. Fine Art Studio, 352 Depot small factories. Guitars, mandolins, bou- They represent some of the High Country’s Deborah Kidwell, originator of the idea of the wonderful region. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm; Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: handcrafts. This one-of-a-kind, gallery and Street, Suite 110, next to The Junction Res- Michael Kline Pottery, 4062 Snow Creek zoukis, banjos, violins, lap dulcimers, and most prolific and profound artists, displaying working studio/gallery in Brevard, grew up in Bos- Sat., 11am-6pm; and Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 919/462-8888 or at (www.stonehavenjewelry. gift shop caters to those shoppers who wish taurant, River Arts District, Ashevile. Ongoing Road, Bakersville. Ongoing - Featuring pottery other instruments popular in Celtic, Old-Time, an array of subject matter from landscapes to ton in a family of artists Co-Owner M. Lee Abell, 828/883-3268 or at (www.haengallery.com). com). to take a “piece of the mountains” home with - Working artists studio of Richard C. Nelson, by Michael Kline and jewelry by Stacey Lane. Bluegrass, and other folk genres. Plus all ac- historical paintings. A few artist’s on display a Florida native, pursued a successful career as them. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., Jeff Pittman, Karen Weihs and Constance Vla- Contact: call 828/675-4097 or visit (http://mi- cessories. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-7pm & Sat., at the gallery include best seller, Lita Gatlin, a residential real estate appraiser for the firm she Twin Willows Studio, 15 Crestview Dr., Brevard. The Nature of Art Gallery, 106-D Colonades noon-5pm. Contact: 828/350-0307 or at (www. houlis. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: chaelklinepottery.blogspot.com/). 10-5pm. Contact: 828/669-5162. Jason Drake, watercolorist Wes Waugh, Robin co-owned there. Virginia Pendergrass, a Brevard Ongoing - Featuring the works of Ann DerGara. Way, Waverly Place Shopping Center, Cary. mtnmade.com). 828/329-2918 or at (http://www.riverartsdistrict. Wellner, folk artist Wiili, and even oils from the resident for 14 years, shares their vision for this Hours: by appt. only. Contact: 828/877-5275. Ongoing - Featuring whimsical and eclectic com/352-depot-street-studio.html). Banner Elk Area Black Mountain Iron Works, 120 Broadway, famous Elliott Daingerfield. Hours: Mon.-Fri., space in downtown Brevard. Hours: Tue.-Sat., artworks for interiors and gardens with a native Mudhunter Pottery, 66 Broadway St., Black Mountain. Ongoing - Featuring works 9am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 828/295.0041 or 11am-4pm. Beginning Apr. 22, they will extend Burnsville/ Micaville flair. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm, except Wed. Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring a rustic gallery The Haen Gallery, 52 Biltmore Ave., a few Alta Vista Gallery, 2839 Broadstone Road, handcrafted in iron & other metals by Tekla and at )www.blowingrockgalleries.com). to 6pm, Fri. and Sat. Contact: call 828/553-1063, till 9pm. Contact: 919/859-6004. shop showcasing functional and sculptural work steps south of the movie theatre, Asheville. (between Banner Elk and Boone) Valle Crucis. Dan Howachyn. Hours: Mon. -Sat., 10am-5pm. e-mail at ([email protected]), or at The Design Gallery, 7 South Main St., from over 20 local potters. Our artists’ diverse Ongoing - Committed to providing access to Ongoing - Featuring fine art gallery in historic Contact: 1/888/689-9021 or at (www.BlackMoun- Bolick and Traditions Pottery, 1155 Main (http://artworksbrevardnc.com). Burnsville. Ongoing - Feature fine arts and Village Art Circle, 200 South Academy Street, styles ad affordable prices set them apart. stunning and unique artwork for discerning farmhouse, located near the Original Mast tainiron.com). Street, Blowing Rock. Ongoing - The shop crafts consisting of original paintings, etchings, Cary. Through May 21 - "inter-depend-dance," Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11am-5:30pm & Fri.& Sat., collectors and our community in general. Our General Store. In its 20th year and representing incorporates Bolick, Traditions, and Original BernWell Pottery Studio and Gallery, 324 King prints, art glass, pottery, wood work, furniture, featuring works by Jayne Walther. The ex- 11am-6pm. Contact: 828/225-5869. offerings will reflect the character and sensibili- over 100 artists, the gallery specializes in oils Black Mountain Quilts, 121 Cherry St., Black Owens Pottery into one great location. Known for Road, Pisgah Forest. Ongoing - Featuring works textiles, sculpture, metals, book art and jewelry. hibit features a collection of abstract paintings ties of this wonderful region. Including works and watercolors depicting mountain land- Mountain. Ongoing - Heirloom quality quilts, our cobalt blues, greens, and earthtone glazes by Wendy Elwell and Dennis Bern. Hours: Mon.- In addition we have furniture, lighting, home created with oil paint/cold wax , and photo New Morning Gallery, 7 Boston Way, Historic by Lynn Boggess, GC Myers, Jerry Bowman, scapes. Artists include: B. Jean Baird, Alan Mc- accessories, handbags, tabletop, and baby we also carry the much desired Owens Red Sat., 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 828/883- accents and gifts. Hours: Mon.-Sat.,10am-5pm. encaustic works. Jayne uses visual art to bring Biltmore Village, Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring Alvena McCormick, Volkmar Wentzel, and Carter, Louise Pinto, Jean Pollock, Ray Byram, quilts. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10-6pm & Sun. 12- glaze. Teapots, mugs, bowls, serving pieces, 8300 or at (www.bernwellpottery.com). Contact: 828/678-9869. awareness to the concept of interdependence fine art and crafts by some of America's finest MM Pipkin. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., Joan Sporn, Elizabeth Ellison, Dotti Shelton. 5pm. Contact: 828/669-0730. many other forms are ready for a home. Not only and the plight of the honeybee. Walther’s work artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-7pm & Sun., 11am-6pm; and Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: Also shown are original lithographs and original do we have handmade pottery, we make your Blue Moon Gallery, 10771 Greenville Hwy., Calabash - Ocean Isle Beach is created with the idea that when we are in noon-5pm. Contact: 828/274-2831 or at (www. 828/254-8577 or at (www.thehaengallery.com). serigraphs from internationally-acclaimed Black Mountain Studios Inc., 626 Lytle Cove shopping experience exciting with unique fashion the gallery is located at the intersection of the energetic space of oneness there is no newmorninggallerync.com). artists such as ALVAR, Boulanger, and folk Rd., just 3 miles from downtown Black Moun- items such as clothing, jewelry, leather goods, Cascade Lake Road and Hwy 276, Cedar Jewelry by Wendy-Beach House Fine Arts language or form. Since beeswax is used in The Satellite Gallery, 55 Broadway, Asheville. artist Will Moses, great-grandson of "Grandma tain, Swannanoa. Ongoing - A fine pottery craft and handbags,. Locally made lotions, soaps, Mountain. Ongoing - Specializing in photogra- Gallery, 10152 Beach Drive, Unit 6, Cala- her artwork she realized having this exhibit Overström Studio, 35 Wall St., Asheville. On- Ongoing - Featuring works by the next wave Moses." Also: kaleidoscopes, stained-glass, and art gallery featuring many local as well candles, and honey. Christian based gifts such as phy and offering paintings, pottery, jewelry and bash. Ongoing - Wendy specializes in unique was a perfect opportunity to offer support to going - This architecturally significant gallery of innovative and creative artists that are rising pottery, jewelry, sculpture, and custom framing. as some nationally know artists. Owner and jewelry, books, and wall decor can also be found. sculpture has opened in Cedar Mountain, North designs of handcrafted jewelry of sterling silver, the honeybee. The name of the exhibit is also exclusively represents work by internationally- from the underground of contemporary street Designer Bed-and-Breakfast rooms on-site. operated by award winning potters Austin and We know you will find our store unique and will Carolina. In addition to Rob Travis’s photog- genuine beach glass and fine gems at afford- derived from the fact that honeybees dance. recognized designer Michael Overström, who and pop culture. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm & Open all year; hours vary according to season. Maud Boleman. Hours: 11am-6pm seven days become one of your favorite spots while visiting raphy, the gallery artists include Lucy Clark able prices. Among forty five regional artists on Honeybees perform a dance that gives vectors with his wife Susan, present their original, Sun., 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/505-2225 or at Summer/Fall Hours: 11 am-5pm daily, except a week. Contact: 828/686-1011. the Village of Blowing Rock. Hours: Mon.-Sat., (pottery), Ray Byram (paintings) and Hanes display at the gallery are watercolorists Julia to other worker bees directing them to the loca- handformed jewelry designs that embrace the (http://www.thesatellitegallery.com/). for Sun., which are by appt. Contact: 828/963- 10am-6pm & Sun. noon-6pm. Contact: 828/295- Hoffman (sculpture). In addition to the four Frost of Jacksonville, NC, and Marilyn Pounds tion of nectar. Ongoing - Our gallery is located designer’s Scandinavian heritage and define 5247 or at (www.altavistagallery.com). Garrou Pottery, 100 State St., Black Mountain. 6128 or at (www.traditionspottery.com). presenting artists, Blue Moon Gallery will hold of Ocean Isle Beach, photographer Marko An- in Ashworth Village in historic downtown Cary, Asheville’s elegant style. Hours: Tue.-Sat., The Updraft Fine Art Gallery, 84 Walnut Ongoing - Featuring a wide variety of handmade exhibits that rotate on a two month basis. The gelo of Calabash, NC, and now introducing the behind Ashworth Drug in the plaza, corner of 10am-8pm. Contact: 828/258-1761 or at (www. Street, directly across from Zambras and right Art Cellar Gallery, 920 Shawneehaw Ave., pottery by father and son, John and Derrick IAGO, 1165 Main St., Blowing Rock. Ongo- gallery is located at. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10am- pottery of Tristan Mardall, Carolina Shores, NC. Academy and Chatham Streets. Parking is overstrom.com). around the corner from Malaprops, Asheville. Hwy 184, Banner Elk. Ongoing - Three floors Garrou, and the works of other area craftsmen. ing - Featuring inspired, contemporary, fine art 5pm or by appt. Contact: 828/565-2566 or at Hours Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 910/575- available in the plaza in front of the gallery as Ongoing - The gallery is owned and operated of exhibition space featuring painting and Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/669- and handcrafts from a variety of artists working (www.BlueMoonGalleryNC.com). 0024 or at (www.jewelrybyWendy.com). well as on Chatham and Academy Streets, and Pura Vida, 39-B Biltmore Ave., Asheville. by four local artists including: Andrew Montrie, sculpture from regionally and nationally known 0222`. in the fields of jewelry, fashion accessories, on Waldo Street. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Ongoing - Featuring a space for the senses, Matt Christie, Minne Kane and William Hunter. artists. Featured artists include: William Dunlap, art glass, functional art for the home, pottery, Drew Deane Gallery,114 W. Main St., across Phthalo Blue Gallery, 7199 Beach Drive, Contact: (www.villageartcircle.com). offering the finest in artwork appealing to all It is run by artists for artists and features exhi- Herb Jackson, Gregory Smith, Norma Murphy, Seven Sisters Gallery, 117 Cherry Street, Black lighting, furniture, and garden art. Hours: daily, from City Hall and Brevard Fire Station, Bre- Ocean Isle Beach. Ongoing - The gallery is five senses. Hours: daily noon-10pm. Contact: bitionary glass blowing and pottery throwing. Tim Turner, Deborah Jacobs Purves, Bill Mountain. Ongoing - Featuring a large selection 10am-6pm. Contact: 828/295-0033 or at (www. vard. Ongoing - Featuring a premier emerging an artist owned, art gallery featuring local and Celo 828/271-6997 or at (www.pura-vida-asheville. Additional works of art offered are functional Brown, Scott Boyle, Margaret Salisbury, and of arts and crafts by local, regional and national iagoblowingrock.com). contemporary fine arts gallerys in Western national artists. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-4pm & com). fine woodwork, jewelry, encaustic, mixed media others. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., North Carolina. Including works by: Devin Bur- Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: 910/209-6025 or at Toe River Crafts, 6274 on Hwy. 80 South, and oil painting, photography, metal and leather 828/898-5175 or at (www.artcellaronline.com). noon-5. Contact: 828/669-5107 or at (www. Main Street Gallery, 960-5 Main St., Blow- gess, Jerry Cutler, Drew Deane, Greg Fidler, (http://www.phthaolbulegallery.com). 7 miles north of the Blue Ridge Parkway, 16 Patton Fine Art Gallery, 16 Patton Avenue, work. All exclusively from local area artists. sevensistersgallery.com). ing Rock. Ongoing - Featuring a co-op of John Geci, Richard Lane, Courtney Erin Martin Celo. Ongoing - Providing a showcase for Asheville. Ongoing - Featuring works by Hours: Sun., Mon.-Thur., 11am-7pm and Fri.- Carlton Gallery, 10360 Hwy. 105 south in area artists that has been opened since 1982. and Mark Mulfinger. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am- Sea Gallery, 6885 Beach Dr., SW Route 199, handmade objects in many media such as William McCullough, Deborah Squier, John Sat., 11am-9pm. Contact: 828-582-2112. the Foscoe/Grandfather Mountain commu- Song of the Wood, 203 West State St., Black The gallery offers baskets, pottery, weaving, 5pm or by appt. Contact: 828/877-5272 or at Ocean Isle Beach. Ongoing - Featuring fine art clay, wood, fiber, glass, paper, metal, jewelry, MacKah, Greg Osterhaus, Jerry La Point, nity, located 10 miles south of Boone and 7 Mountain. Ongoing - Home of rare, one photography, jewelry, woodworking, glass art, (www.drewdeanegallery.com). by local, regional and nationally acclaimed artists. photography, printmaking, and painting. Hours: Richard Oversmith, Scott Lowery, Dawn Rentz, Trackside Studios, 375 Depot Street, River miles north of Linville or Banner Elk. Ongo- of a kind, handcrafted musical instruments fibers and much more. Hours: daily, 10am-6pm. Tasteful and inviting original oils, Gicleés on can- e-mail for hours. Contact: e-mail at (toeriver- Laura Young, Margaret Dyer, Suzy Schultz and Arts District, Asheville. THrough May 31 ing - Traditional and abstract paintings in and enchanting recordings. Come enjoy our Contact: 828/295-7839. Duckpond Pottery, 2398 Greenville Hwy., Bre- vas, watercolors, and charcoals are presented in [email protected]) or at (http://www.toeriver- Stuart Roper. Studio glass by Herman Leon- - Featuring an exhibit of works by Virginia landscapes, still life’s, figurative, non-objective intimate approach to the senses. Hours: Mon.- vard. Ongoing - Duckpond Pottery specializes our 7,000 square-foot gallery. Sculpture and pot- crafts.com/). hardt. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: Pendergrass, featuring new watercolor and abstracts, cityscapes and structural design Sat.,10am-5pm. Contact: 828/669-7675. Morning Star Gallery, 915 Main Street, across in custom, handcrafted sinks and tiles. The pot- tery are also offered. Artists we exhibit are: Phyllis 828/236-2889. ink sketches inspired by her travels in Japan, abound at Carlton Gallery by artists Andrew the street form the Speckled Trout Cafe, Blowing tery also features handcrafted kitchenware and Arnold, Ken Buckner, Terry Buckner, Karen Chapel Hill - Carrboro St. Martin, France, and Quebec, as well as des- Braitman, Connie Winters, Egi Antonaccio, Sourwood Gallery, 110 Broadway, Black Rock. Ongoing - Featuring oil and acrylic paint- accent pieces for both indoors and out. Torches Edgar, Gary Halberstadt, V. Ryan Lauzon, Nancy Studio B Custom Framing & Fine Art, Reyn- tinations in the US. Ongoing - Featuring works Kate Worm, Warren Dennis, Helen Farson, Mountain. Ongoing - Featuring a co-op gallery ings by Ann Thompson featured with ceramic bas topped with custom faces are potter Nick Fried- Hughes Miller, Miller Pope, Tom Wooldridge, and Chapel Hill/Carrboro Art Walks - second olds Village (near the Woodfin YMCA) 61 N. by 20 artists with 14 working studios. Hours: Roy Nichols, Mike Ham, Michael Grady, Mary of local artists offering original art for sale, reliefs and sculptures from the studios of John man’s signature pieces. The deck plays host to Mary M. Wright. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. Friday of each month from 6-9pm. Info at Merrimon Ave., Suite 109, Asheville. Ongo- Daily 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/545-2904 or at Dobbin, Edie Maney, Sharon Rusch Shaver, including: paintings, pottery, jewelry, photog- Martin and Maryanne Bona Dayman and wildlife weekly concerts and a new coffeeshop. Hours: Contact: 910/575-8222. (www.2ndfridayartwalk.com). ing - Browse our new gallery featuring works (www.tracksidestudios375.com). Holly Glasscock, Gina Strumpf, and new to the raphy, stained glass and other fine art. Artists carvings by H. Gray Turner. Rod Shaw's terra Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm or by appt. Contact: by national and international artists, including gallery this season, Amy Sullivan and Kevin are: Kent A. Barnes, Katrina Bass, Judith cotta sculptures. Also, multiplate ecthings, water- 828/883-4512 or at (www.duckpondpotter.etsy. paintings. prints & posters, jewelry, ceramics, Lee Aita. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., Bush, Sarah Campbell, Charley, Ruth Connar, colors, jewelry, pottery, garden accessories, glass com). wood and textiles. Also offering custon fram- 11am-5pm. Contact: 828/963-4288 or at (www and wooden treasures. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- continued on Page 63 continued on Page 64 Page 62 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 63 Dilworth Artisan Station, 118 E. Kingston collectors, corporations and museums. Hours: appt. Contact: 919/688-8852. Contact: 336/275-1202 or at (www.earthwork- Avenue. Charlotte. Ongoing - Dilworth Artistan Mon. - Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: 704/365-3000 spotterygallery.com). Station houses more than two dozen fine art- or at (www.jeraldmelberg.com). Pleiades Gallery, 109 East Chapel Hill Street, NC Commercial Galleries ists that maintain active studios at the Dilworth NC Commercial Galleries Five Points, Durham. Ongoing - The gallery Elements Gallery, 526 South Elm Street, continued from Page 63 Artisan Station, a center for arts for more than the Lark & Key Gallery and Boutique, 128 continued from Page 64 promotes the beauty and mystery of visual art. Greensboro. Ongoing - The gallery is a co-op last two decades. Contact: (www.dilworthartisan. E. Park Ave, Ste B, (South End) Charlotte. Pleiades is a fine art gallery owned and operat- of over 30 local artists exhibiting a wide range of Animation and Fine Art Galleries, University the 1st Friday of each month. com). Through May 27 - "Garden Party". Ongoing Sozo Gallery, 214 North Tryon Street, (located Concord ed by local artists who celebrate Durham’s rich, art in different mediums. Paintings, sculpture, pot- Mall, 201 S Estes Dr., Chapel Hill. Ongo- - Lark & Key showcases a variety of artwork, at Hearst Tower tucked in between Luce Res- diverse cultural energy. Pleiades welcomes tery, glass art, wood turning, fiber art and mixed ing - Featuring contemporary works of art and Allison Sprock Fine Art, 600 Queens Rd., Elder Gallery, 1520 South Tryon Street, pottery, jewelry from local and national artists taurant and Foundation of the Carolinas) Char- Boyd Afficher Gallery, 21 Union Street South new art appreciators as well as established media is for sale. Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11am-6pm; animation art. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. the gallery shares space with The Nichols Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring a selection of including Duy Huynh, Judy Klich, Jessica Pisa- lotte. Ongoing - Tucked in a small storefront on (2nd Floor Suit 200), Concord. Ongoing - collectors and strives to build strong relation- Fri., 11am-9pm; Sat., 11am-6pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 919/968-8008 or at (www.animatio- Company in one of Myers Park’s oldest landscape paintings by Leon A. Makielski (1885 no, Angie Renfro, Jim Connell, Julie Covington, the plaza of the beautiful Hearst Tower in Char- Featuring works by Boyd Smith and artists from ships with our customers. We are a gallery that Contact: 336/790-8703 or at http://elementsgal- nandfineart.com). houses, Charlotte. Ongoing - The gallery – 1974) which were executed in France and in Amy Sanders Paula Smith, Julie Wiggins, Lisa lotte’s Center City, Sozo Gallery brings fresh, the tri-county area. Hours: Sat.-Sun., 1-7pm. celebrates Durham artists and connects the lery.wordpress.com). represents many well-known artists from all the United States over his long career of painting, Hopkins, Alice Scott and more! Hours: Tue.- original artwork from local and national artists Contact: 704/699-5032, 704/956-8934 or at various arts communities where we live. Hours: Black Mountain Gallery, 1800 #9 E. Franklin over the world. Some of the featured artists are as well as works from the the Ernest Walker Col- Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 704/334-4616. to Charlotte collectors. The gallery’s focus is (www.boydzworkz.com). Wed.-Thur., 11am-6pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-8pm; JMR Sculptures, Gateway Center, 620 S. Elm Street, Eastgate Shopping Center, Chapel Hill. very famous; others are emerging including: lection, and the Carl Plansky Collection. Hours: to support and promote a variety of artists and and Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: e-mail at (info@ Street, Suite 240, Greensboro. Ongoing - Fea- Ongoing - Featuring handwrough designer Andre Bludov, Constantin Chatov, Marc Chatov, Wed.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm; Sat., 10am-2pm; or by Maddi's Gallery, 1530 East Boulevard, Char- works - blending classic with modern, emerg- Mud Slingers Pottery, 9 Union St. North, Suite pleiadesartdurham.com) or at (http://pleiade- turing sculpture by Jay M Rotberg. Hours: Mon.- jewelry by artisans from throughout the United Roman Chatov, Gee Gee Collins, Larry Davis, appt. Contact: 704/370-6337 or at (www.elderart. lotte. Named “Top Retailer of American Craft ing with established, and displaying traditional 150, Concord. Ongoing - We feature a variety sartdurham.com/). Fri., 10am-4:30pm or by appt. Contact: 336/389- States. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: Noah Desmond, Margaret Dyer, Sabre Esler, com). in the United States for 2009” by The "Niche landscapes alongside contemporary canvases. of arts from the area to include traditional and 0333 or at (www.jmrsculptures.com). 919/967-8101. Stephen Fry, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Linda Magazine”. Ongoing - Featuring fine contem- We cater to both experienced art buyers and contemporary pottery, most of which is made Supergraphic, 601 Ramseur Street, Dur- James, Dimitri Kourouniotis, Stan Mullins, Anne Foster’s Frame & Art Gallery, 403-A Old porary craft by more than 160 national artists; those starting their collections. We look forward in our Studio. In addition to pottery, we feature ham. Ongoing - Supergraphic is a creative Lost & Found Gallery, 517 South Elm Street, Blackwood Station Gallery, 6113 Hwy. 86N., Neilson, Becky Ollinger, Spencer Reid, Felice Statesville Rd. N, Huntersville. Ongoing - Fea- specializing in Southern folk art with paintings, introducing our Uptown visitors to high quality, fused and slumped glass as well as fused glass art studio dedicated to providing work space, Greensboro. Ongoing - Folk art, tribal art, Chapel Hill. Ongoing - Featuring functional Sharp, Tracy Sharp, Louis St. Lewis, Elizabeth turing original paintings by local artists: Nellie pottery and carvings by many of the South's affordable, and collectible pieces of fine art. We jewelry. We also display paintings and fiber equipment and instruction for the production of textiles, and beads of the world. Hours: noon & fine art, sculpture and fine art prints. Hours: Stehling, Harry Stewart, Cate Wagoner, Karen Ashford - folk art, Edna Barker - landscape, most notable folk artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., will exhibit the work of one featured artist every art created by the local Cabarrus Art Guild. fine art prints and print media. Hours: open by - 5:30pm, closed Wed. & Sun. Call ahead. Con- Tue.-Fri., 11am-7pm; Sat., 10am-6pm, & Sun., Weihs, Alice Williams, Sean Williams, and Andrea Cook - Abstract/Fabric, Evelyn Kadir, 10am-7pm; Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun. noon-5pm. 6-8 weeks, as well as a regular display of other Hours: Tue.-Fri., noon-5pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. appointment and during Third Friday art walks. tact: 336/271-6954. noon-6pm. Contact: 919/968-1360. Kathy Wochele. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Abstract/Musical, Carolyn Saine, landscape. Contact: 704/332-0007. gallery artists. Hours: they vary so call ahead Contact: 704/796-1600 or at (www.mudslinger- Contact: 919/360-4077 or at (http://durhamsu- Contact: 404/274-5829 or visit (www.allison- Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm, Sat. 10am-4pm. or by appt. Contact: 704/578-8457 or at (www. spotterync.com). pergraphic.com/). The Art Shop, 3900 W. Market St., Greensboro. Cameron's, University Mall, Chapel Hill. Ongo- sprockfineart.com). Contact: 704-948-1750. Nancy Couick Studios and Gallery, 10100 sozogallery.net). Ongoing - Featuring works by Pino, Arvid, Park, ing - Featuring contemporary American crafts Park Cedar Dr., Suite 188, Charlotte. Ongo- Creedmoor Through This Lens Photo Gallery, 303 East Garmash, Sabzi, Hessam and others. We feature and pottery, folk art and functional art objects. New Location Harris Holt Gallery, 1717 Kenilworth Avenue, ing - Gallery features works by New Orleans The Garden Shoppe and Gallery, at McGill Chapel Hill St, Durham. Ongoing - Featur- America’s most collected artists. We also carry Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-9pm & Sun., 1-6pm. Anne Neilson Fine Art, to Shops of Morrison Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring watercolors, artist: Michael Smiraldo, regional artists: Nancy Rose Garden, 940 N. Davidson St., Charlotte. Cedar Creek Gallery, 1150 Fleming Rd., ing work of national and local artists. Books sculpture by Frogman (Tim Cotterill), Leon Bron- Contact: 919/942-5554. in SouthPark Charlotte. Ongoing - The gallery oil paintings and limited edition prints by Harris Smith Couick, Sharron Burns, Susan Hinrichs, Ongoing - Featuring a permanent exhibit of outside the small town of Creedmoor. May and postcards also for sale. Framing services. stein & Paige Bradley and fine art glass by Randy represents over 30 esteemed national and Holt. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:30am-5:30pm. Contact: Charlotte Fairman, Mary Ellen Wilkerson, Vivian paintings by Stefan Duncan. There are over 20 19 - Sept. 5 - "National Teapot Show X". Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10:30am-5:30pm & Sat., Strong, John McDonald & Scott Bayless. Thomas Chapellier Fine Art, 105 Arlen Park Drive, Cha- international artists, as well as works by noted 704/373-9090 or at (www.fostersframeandartgal- Carroll and others. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm paintings of flowers plus a large oil painting of Cedar Creek’s highly anticipated tenth teapot 10:30am-2:30pm or by appt. Contact: 919/687- Kinkade; original oil paintings, limited edition pel Hill. Ongoing - Fine, investment quality 19th painter and author Anne H. Neilson. The gallery lery.com). (except Tues. 1-9pm) and Sat. & Sun. by appt. Henry McGill in the rose garden named after show is debuting this spring. Collectors from 0250 or at (www.throughthislens.com). prints and posters. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm; & 20th century American art. Hours: Mon. - Fri. by is an outgrowth of Neilson’s ever-growing popu- Contact: 704/541-6944 or at (www.nancycouick. him. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-4pm & Sat., 10am- across the country enjoy our eclectic display Tue. & Wed till 7pm & Sat. 10am-5pm. Contact: appointment. Contact: 919/967-9960 or at (www. larity sparked by her Angels Series paintings Hodges Taylor Art Consultancy 118 East com). 5pm. Contact: 704/333-6497. of teapots:ugly to exquisite, playful to funky, Fairview 336/855-8500 or at (www.artshopnc.com). citysearch.com/rdu/chapellier/). and book. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat. Kingston Avenue, Suite 25, Charlotte. Ongoing whimsical to functional . . . we’ve got it all. Our by appt. Contact: 980/253-9566 or at (http:// - The gallery represents contemporary artists of Picture House Gallery, 1520 E. 4th Street, The New Gallery of Modern Art, 435 South Viewer’s Choice Award, where attendees vote Willow Wisp Farm Studios Gallery, 1615 The Artery Gallery, 1711 Spring Garden Dirt Road Gallery, 8218 Bright's Way, Chapel www.anneneilsonfineart.com/ourgallery). the southeast, including paintings, prints, photo- Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring Frederick Hart Tryon Street, Ste 110, across from Bechtler on the most spectacular teapot, has become Charlotte Hwy, Fairview. Ongoing - Featuring Street, Greensboro. Ongoing - Featuring Hill. Ongoing - Featuring handcrafted items - graphs and sculpture. The gallery offers a public sculpture, works by Jamali; paintings, original Museum of Modern Art, Charlotte. Ongoing - a popular feature of the show with artists and works by the instructors and students who have works by David Thomas, Roy Nydorf, Bruce including paintings, carvings, molas, textiles & Art House Studios, 3103 Cullman Ave., off venue in uptown Charlotte for viewing artwork art, sculpture, art glass, and fine custom framing. The gallery brings together the most significant attendees alike. Ongoing - Showcasing a per- attended Willow Wisp Farm Studios. Hours: Shores, Matthew Micca, Lisa Woods, Bill fabrics, ceramics, beads and jewelry from West 36th Street in the NoDa District, Charlotte. On- and serves as art consultants for collectors and Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-3pm. privately-held collection of works by artists manent collection of American Pottery. Featur- Fri.-Sat., 10am-5pm and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Clubb, Jack Stratton, Erin Stesch, Vito Ciccone, Africa, the Middle East, Central America, and going - Featuring a complex of working studios businesses. Hours: Tue.-Sat., by appt. only. Contact: 704/333-8235 or at (www.PictureHouse- such as Picasso, Chagall, Dali, Miro, Matisse ing works by on site glassblower, Lisa Oakley, 888/590-4ART, 828/628-0401, or e-mail at Alex Forsyth, Martin Dunn, and more. Hours: the US collected over years of traveling. Hours: by area artists. Hours: during Gallery Crawls Contact: 704/334-3799 or at (www.hodgestaylor. Gallery.com). and Warhol, an elite selection of contemporary and potters, Brad Tucker and John Martin. ([email protected]). Mon.-Thur., 10am-6pm; Fri., 10am-5pm; & Sat., Sat. & Sun., 11am-6pm & by appt. Contact: and by appt. Contact: 704/577-4587 or e-mail com). artists, as well as some of the best regional Joining them are over 250 other local, regional 10am-4pm. Contact: 336/274-9814 or at (www. 919/933-6999 or at (www.dirtroadgallery.net). at ([email protected]). Providence Gallery, 601-A Providence Rd., artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-7pm; Sun. & national craftspersons offering a selec- Gastonia arterygallery.com). House of Africa Gallery, 1215 Thomas Avenue, in the Manor Theatre Shops, in Myers Park, noon-6pm and by appt. Contact: 704/373-1464 tion of functional stoneware, ceramics, blown N.C. Crafts Gallery, 212 W. Main St., corner of Artists' Atelier Carolina, located in the Pentes Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring the area's largest Charlotte. Ongoing - Representing over 30 or at (www.newgalleryofmodernart.com). glass, jewelry, furniture, candles, wind chimes, Butler Studio Fine Art Gallery, 171 W. Main Tyler White O’Brien Gallery, 307 State Street, Weaver and West Main Sts., Carrboro. Ongoing Artworks Gallery & Studios bldg., 1346 Hill selection of African art, including: masks, statues, regional and national fine art painters working toys baskets, and even handmade musical St., located on the 2nd floor of the brick building beside Cafe Pasta at the intersection of Golden - Offering a wide assortment of items handcrafted Rd., Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring works by carved artwork, handmade jewelry, paintings, in a variety of mediums and styles ranging from Wentworth Gallery, South Park Mall, 4400 instruments. Hours: daily,10am-6pm. Contact: next to the Park on Main, Gastonia. Ongoing - Gate & State Streets, Greensboro. Ongoing - Ty- by North Carolina artisans. You'll find contempo- Jim Fales, Fay M. Miller, Jack Pentes, Betty G. plus traditional African musical instruments. traditional compositions to representational Sharon Road, Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring an 919/528-1041 or at (www.cedarcreekgallery. The gallery will continue to rotate in new works ler White Gallery offers residential and corporate rary and traditional pottery, blown glass, wood, Robinson, Gregory Weston, and Peggy Hutson Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-8pm. Contact: 704/376- and non-representational abstractions. Artists extensive selection of original paintings, limited com). by Curt Butler. Hours: M, T, Th, F, 9am-5pm or fine art consulting services. We will outline a jewelry, metalwork, toys, folk art, garden sculp- Weston. Hours: by appt. Contact: 704/552- 6160. include Luz Aveleyra, Todd Baxter, Travis Bruce edition prints, and sculpture from over 100 artists, by appt. Contact: 704/460-2386 or at (www. personalized budget plan for your specific needs. ture, kaleidoscopes, baskets, fiber art and more. 6200. Black, Kathy Caudill, Jim Celano, Kathy Collins, such as Peter Max, Alexandra Nechita, Charles Dillsboro butlerstudio.org). We also offer art research, presentation and The Gallery currently carries the work of more Hughes Gallery, 2015 Ayrsley Town Blvd. @ N Steve Dininno, Lita Gatlin, Anne Harkness, Fazzino, Grace Slick, Ronnie Wood, and Paul installation services. Whether you are an avid art than 500 North Carolinians, from the mountains Ben Owen Pottery Gallery, inside The Ritz- Kings Parade, Ste. 107-c, Charlotte. Ongo- Janine Medlin, P. Basille Nikitchenko, Ada Of- Stanley. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-9pm and Sun., The Golden Carp Gift Shop & Gallery, Webster Greensboro Area collector or a first time purchaser,Tyler White Gal- to the shore. The gallery also hosts two shows a Carlton, Charlotte, 201 East Trade Street, ing - The gallery is a modern art gallery with a ferdahl, Sean Parnell, Ann B. Rhodes, Sheryl 12:30-6pm. Contact: 704/365-2733. Street, Dillsboro. Ongoing - Featuring works by lery will guide you every step of the way. Hours: month. Shows begin the first of each month and Charlotte. Ongoing - The gallery offers 75-100 focus on sculpture, installation, works on paper, Stalnaker, Tres Taylor, Diane Virkler, Andres local and select American watercolorist, including Throughout Greensboro, first Fri. of the Mon.-Fri., 11am-5pm & Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: give the featured artist the opportunity to show- one-of-a-kind pieces of Ben Owen III pottery, photography and painting. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Vivo, Dru Warmath & Rod Wimer. Hours: Mon.- Wooden Stone, 445 South Main Street, works by artist-in-residence, John P. Miele. Also, month, till 9pm - "First Friday," featuring a gal- call Kathy O’Brien (owner) at 336/279-1124 or at case an entire body of work. Hours: Mon.-Sat., with prices beginning at $45. Works will range 10am-6pm. Contact: 704/492-9934 or at (www. Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. Contact: Davidson. Ongoing - Featuring a breathtaking baskets, pottery, fiber arts, and more. Hours: . lery crawl of several gallery spaces in Greens- (www.tylerwhitegallery.com). 10am-6pm & Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 919/942- from pots, vases, jars, bowls and platters to hughesgallery.artlogsites.com). 704/333-4535 or at (www.providencegallery.net). collection of functional fine art handmade by Contact: 828/586-5477 or at (www.thegolden- boro. For further info (www.uacarts.org). 4048 or at (http://nccraftsgallery.com/). major showpieces and spectacular larger works US and Canadian artists and craftsmen, includ- carp.com). Uptown Artworks, 1007 Arnold Street, located of art. All items are hand-created by Ben Owen, Pura Vida Worldly Art, 3202-B N. Davidson, ing many from North Carolina. These artists Ambleside Gallery, 528 South Elm Street, between E. Wendover Ave. and E. Bessemer Studio 91 Fine Art Gallery, Meadowmont who also will make special appearances at The Charlotte. Ongoing - Freaturing wordly art represent a variety of media, from hand-carved Village Studio Gallery, 130 Front Street, Weav- Greensboro. Ongoing - Featuring works by Ave., Greensboro. Ongoing - Primarily a “work- Village, Chapel Hill. Ongoing - Featuring Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte for 2011 art weekends - folk art, jewelry, paintings, spiritual art and woodwork, to blown glass, pottery, metalwork erville. Ongoing - Featuring works from regional artists from around the world. Among them are ing artist studio,” our 5,400 square foot facility works by Jean Abadie, Thomas Arvid, Dimitri and art demonstrations. Hours: open daily from home accents. Including artworks by local art- and fiber. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm and artists including D. Morgan and Paula Vaughn English artists Phil Hobbs, Kenneth Denton, has a large front gallery and currently houses 10 Danish, Michael Flohr, Edward Lewis, and 9am-6pm. Contact: 704/547-2244) or at (http:// ists: Brenda Civiletto, Marisela Moncada, Tim Sun., 1-6pm. Contact: 704/892-1449 or at and other national artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., and Matthew Hillier. American painters Bill studios with room to build 7 more. Hours: Mon., Fabian Perez. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-6pm; www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Charlotte/ McMahon, Lita, Gustavo Luis, Alejandra Dans, (www.woodenstonegallery.com). 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/586-4060. Hosner, Tracy Reid, Richard Sedlack and Rich 10am-4pm; Sat., 10am-2pm; Sun., 1-4pm or by Fri., 10am-8pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Default.htm). Luis Fernando Ramirez, along with unique art Nelson, and internationally recognized Chinese appt. Contact: Joseph A. Wilkerson at 336/255- 919/933-3700. from Peru, Mexico, Guatemala, Morocco, Tur- ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Charlotte Durham watercolorist Guan Weixing, plus many other 6345. Charlotte Fine Art Gallery, 7510 Pineville-Mat- key, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Costa Rica, Thai- The Gallery at Carillon, 227 West Trade Street, noteworthy artists are included in the gallery thews Road, located in South Charlotte’s Carmel land, Brazil, and many other countries. Hours: Charlotte. Ongoing - Permanent onsite works of Alizarin Gallery, 119 West Main Street, Durham. collections. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm or William Mangum Watercolors/Carey-Mangum Village at the corner of Pineville-Matthews and Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: 704/335-8587 art including: "Cascade," a 40' x 25' construction Ongoing - The gallery’s vision is to support by appt. Contact: 336/275-9844 or at (www. Gallery, 2182 Lawndale Dr., Greensboro. Ongo- Carmel Road, Charlotte. Ongoing - Original or at (www.puravidaart.com). of machinery parts and metal by Jean Tinguely; local artists and provide a deeper connection amblesidearts.com). ing - Original paintings, limited edition prints, works of art from award-winning artists across "The Garden," a site-specific sculpture by Jerry with people who create art and the people who miniature prints, posters and notecards by Wil- the United States, as well as the Carolinas. Queen's Gallery & Art Center, 1212 The Peart; and "Wall Drawing #683," by So LeWitt. buy art. Alizarin seeks to help emerging artists ArtWorks Collective Gallery, 205 Lyndon liam Mangum. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm Nationally and internationally-recognized artists Plaza, Charlotte. Ongoing - Featuring works by The exhibition is sponsored by Hines Charlotte as well as known regional artists selected by a Street, Greensboro. Ongoing - Featuring works & Sat., 10am-3pm. Contact: 336/379-9200 or in 2-and 3-dimensional fine art. Specializing in Rebecca Briley, Warren Burgess, Laura Buxton, Carillon LP. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm; Sat., juried board to exhibit at Alizarin. The mission of by members of Lyndon Street ArtWorks center. 800/887-5380. a wide array of media and styles represented: Bob Crum, James Daniel, Drew Gatlin, Meredith 8am-7pm & Sun., noon-8pm. Contact: Larry Alizarin is to provide a beautiful multi-use gallery Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & by appt. Contact: Representational, Impressionism, Expression- Green, Tony Griffin, Vicki Kaseorg, Danny Mal- Elder at 704/370-6337 or at for exhibits, events, and workshops, thereby 336/370-0025 or at (www.artworkscollective. Winter Light Gallery & Art Studios, 410 ism, Abstraction / Paintings, Sculpture, Prints. boeuf, Cathy Melesh, and Mark Spangenberg. (www.elderart.com). increasing the exposure and opportunity for art- com). Blandwood Ave., corner of Blandwood Ave. Consulting Services for individual and corporate Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. ists to become better known and sell their work. and Spring Garden St., Greensboro. Ongo- clients, as well as, private event opportunities. Contact: 704/372-2993 or at (www.thequeensgal- Clemmons Artists represented include: Marty Allran, Jane ing - Featuring works by Kim Holleman, Vicki Hours: Tues 10am-4pm; Wed.-Thur., 10am-9- Work by Janet Monafo lery.com). Carter, Robert Cretkovski, Catherine Crumpton, Johnson, Judy Meyler, Carol Meetze-Moates, pm; Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., 10am-2pm or by appt. Jerald Melberg Gallery, 625 South Sharon Am- Warm Glass Gallery and Studio, 2575 Old Christine Debrosky, Jeff Erickson, Hai-OU Hou, Work by Jane Filer Kathy Phillips, Steve Robinson, Carol Sams, Al- Contact: call 704/541-0741 or at (www.Charlot- ity Road, near corner of Providence Road, next Shain Gallery, Selwyn Corners, 2823 Selwyn Glory Road, Suite 700, Clemmons. Through Jan. Ben Knight, Bernice Koff, Eduardo Lapetina, lie Scott, Phyllis Sharpe, Jane Smith, Stephanie Tyndall Galleries, University Mall, 201 S. Es- teFineArt.com). to restaurant Hotel Charlotte, Charlotte. Through Ave., Charlotte. Ongoing - Specializing in 30, 2016 - "Ice Age: The White Series," by Jody Kim Maselli, David McCarthy, Trish McKinney, Thomas, Steve Thomas and Jeanne Twilley. tes Drive, at the corner of Fordham Blvd. (US May 6 - "The Wyeth Family". Jerald Melberg Gal- original art paintings by Carolina, National and Danner Walker. A solo exhibition of the artist’s Larry Moore, Sandy Nelson, and Rick Reinert. Hours: Mon., Tue., Thur., & Sat., 11am-2pm. 15-501 Bypass) and S. Estes Drive, Chapel Ciel Gallery: A Fine Arts Collective, 128-C E. lery is pleased to present an exhibition of draw- European artists, including works by Perry unique and original Pate de Verre Sucré artwork, Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm, by appt and 3rd Contact: 336/274-7372 or at (www.winterlight- Hill. Through May 20 - "Jane Filer: Untold," Park Ave., Historic Southend, Charlotte. Ongo- ings, watercolors and paintings by America’s First Austin, Henry Barnes, Roger Dale Brown, Jim in which glass appears as sugary crystalline Fri. art walk. Contact: 919-943-8370 or at (www. artists.com). featuring new paintings. Filer’s colorful expres- ing - Featuring works by: Tina Alberni (painter), Family of Art, the Wyeths. We will celebrate the Chapman, Veronica Clark, Terry DeLapp, Amy shapes. Ongoing - The gallery specializes in alizaringallery.com). sionistic paintings fairly sing with exuberant Tim Shaeffer (painter), Teresa Hollmeyer (glass great achievements of N.C., Andrew and Jamie Dobbs, Laura Duis, Chas Fagan, Brent Fun- contemporary kiln-formed fine art glass, featuring Yew Tree Gallery, 604 S. Elm St., Greens- energy from the imaginative spiritual worlds mosaic), Amy Hart (metal sculpture), Caroline Wyeth, who have collectively captured the spirit derburk, Nicora Gangi, Cassandra Gillens, Ted works by national and international artists. Warm Craven Allen Gallery, 1106 1/2 Broad St., Dur- boro. Ongoing - The gallery is a subsidiary of she creates on canvas. Ongoing - In 2002 Coolidge Brown (collage and mixed media), of 20th century America, depicting its people and Goershner, Tony Griffin, Paul Hunter, William Glass also serves as a working artist studio and ham. Ongoing - Featuring local artists in various Ambleside Gallery, and is home to 16 painters the Tyndall Galleries relocated from Durham Diane Pike (painter), Donna Sandoe (jewelry), landscapes. This exhibition coincides with the Jameson, Curtis Jaunsen, Geoffrey Johnson, offers kilnformed glass classes on a regular mediums. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., who work in a varienty of media and styles, in- to a beautiful award-winning contemporary Miriam Durkin (painter), Chris Craft (encaus- Mint Museum’s "The Wyeths: Three Generations, Christy Kinard, Angela Nesbit, Kevin Sand- basis. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-4:30pm. Contact: 10am-4pm. Contact: 919/286-4837 or at (www. cluding oils, acrylic, pastel, pen and ink, and space designed by architect Philip Szostak at tic), Cindi Spillman (photography), Elyse Works from the Bank of America Collection", ers, Jane Schmidt, Kim Schuessler, Marilyn 336/712-8003 or at (www.warmglass.org). cravenallengallery.com). watercolor. The gallery also features pottery. University Mall in Chapel Hill. We have always Frederick (mixed media), Randy Leibowitz affording the Charlotte area an opportunity to see Simandle, Kathy Sosa, Alice Williams, Connie Hours: Wed.- Sat., 11am-5pm or by appt. Con- been pleased and honored to represent a re- Dean (wood carving and painting), Rebecca two major exhibitions at the same time. May 13 - Winters, and Darren Young. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Columbia Horizon Gallery, 905 W. Main Street, Brightleaf tact: 336/790-8703. nowned group of the finest painters, sculptors, Haworth (collage and mixed media), Laura July 8 - "The Dust on Butterflies’ Wings: A Pastel 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 704/334-7744 Square, Durham. Ongoing - Featuring contem- photographers, ceramicists and textile artists McRae Hitchcock (painting), Emily Andress Invitational" Jerald Melberg Gallery is pleased or at (www.shaingallery.com). Columbia Art Space, 112 S. Broad Street, porary crafts including pottery, art glass, wood ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Greensboro in the Southeast. Hours: Thur.-Sat.., 11am-6- (paintings), Claudia Soria (painting) and Pam to present a new invitational exhibition of artists Columbia. Ongoing - The gallery exhibits both works, jewelry, garden art, kaleidoscopes and Bliss & Co. Salon, 238 S. Elm Street, Greens- pm. Contact: call 919-942-2290 or at (www. Goode (mosaic). Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-6pm from across the United States who are known for SOCO Gallery, Southern Comfort Gallery, functional and fine art in a variety of mediums much more. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-8pm & boro. Ongoing - Featuring an ever-changing tyndallgalleries.com). & Sat., 10am-5pm and 1st Fri. 6-9pm. Contact: their mastery in pastel. The title of the exhibition 421 Providence Road, Charlotte. Ongoing and price points. One of the gallery’s mis- Sun., 1-6pm. Contact: 919/688-0313. exhibit of works by Charlotte and Erik Strom. 980/202-2435 or at (www.cielcharlotte.com). comes from a well-known quote by Wolf Kahn - Founded by Chandra Johnson in 2014, the sions is to give young artists a chance to sell Work by Molly Lithgo Hours: Mon., 10am-6pm; Tue.-Fri., 10am-8pm; Charlotte Area that resonates with pastels artists and admirers gallery represents emerging and established and exhibit work in a professional setting. The LabourLove Gallery, Golden Belt complex, & Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: 336/373-0299 or Coffey and Thompson Gallery, 109 W. More- alike, "Pastel is the dust on butterflies’ wings. artists working in all mediums with a special- studio consists of a metals studio for Maura Suite 2-130, 807 E. Main Street, Durham. Ongo- Earthworks Gallery, (formerly South Elm Pot- the Stroms at 336/691-8036 or e-mail to (char- North Davidson Street Arts District Gallery head @ S. Tryon St., Charlotte. Ongoing - Oils This velvety medium is capable of remarkable ization in photography. SOCO is housed in a Cartwright and Maia Leppo and fibers studio ing - Featuring works by a collective of North tery) 500 S. Elm Street, Greensboro. Ongo- [email protected]). Crawl - From 6-9pm on the 1st & 3rd Fridays by Richard Plasschaert, etchings by Gordon Al- diversity if directed by a proficient artist, one who newly renovated 1920’s bungalow centrally lo- for Lynsey Gwilliam, the three founders of the Carolina fine artists, designers, and musicians. ing - Featuring works by Molly Lithgo and Jim of each month. len, prints by Ralph McDonald, Bev Doolittle, G. can capture its opposing realms of delicacy and cated in Myers Park and features 1,200 square gallery. Hours: closed Tue.; Mon., Wed., Sat. & Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-7pm. Contact: 919/373- Rientjes, proprietors, focusing on NC made art. Just Be, 352 S. Elm Street, Greensboro. Harvey, Mort Kunstler, Don Troiani and Charles power". Ongoing - The gallery represents artists feet of exhibition space, as well as a bookshop Sun., 10am-4; Thur.-Fri., 10am-6pm. Contact: 4451 or at (http://labourlove.com/). The primary focus will be pottery, but the gallery Ongoing - Just Be is a specialty boutique filled Uptown Gallery Crawl - From 6-8pm on the Frace. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5:30pm & Sat., from all regions of the United States, Argentina and garden. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. 252/766-0121 or at (www.columbiaartspace. will also offer other gift items, such as jewelry, with handmade and unique items like jewelry, 1st Friday of each month. 10am-2pm. Contact: 704/375-7232 or at (www. and Spain, exhibiting paintings, prints, and sculp- & Sun. by appt. Contact: 980/498-2881 or at com). Nancy Tuttle May Studio, 806 Ninth St, soap, note cards and candles; all made by North handbags, apparel, home décor and much more. coffeyandthompson.com). ture. The gallery features solo and group exhibi- (www.soco-gallery.com). Durham. Ongoing - Featuring works by Nancy Carolina artisans. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm; Shop in the store or online at. Hours: Mon.-Thur, SouthEnd Gallery Crawl - From 6-9pm on tions as well as consulting services for individual Tuttle May. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-1pm or by Sun.,noon-5pm & open until 9pm on each 1st Fri. continued on Page 65 continued on Page 66 Page 64 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 65 www.enogallery.net/). shop, and large classroom area. Hours: Wed.- Broadhurst Gallery, 2212 Midland Rd., Braldt Bralds and John Weiss and reproduc- Fri., 11am-6pm, and Sat., 9am-2pm. Contact: Pinehurst. Ongoing - Featuring works by re- tions by Pino, Robert Bateman, Carl Brenders, Hillsborough Artists Cooperative and The 704/240-9060 or at (www.ncgallery27.com). gional, national and international artists. Hours: Bev Doolittle and William Mangum. Hours: NC Commercial Galleries Skylight Gallery, 102 West King Street, up- NC Commercial Galleries Tue.-Fri., 11am-5pm & Sat., 1-4pm. Contact: Mon.-Thur., 11am-6pm & Fri.-Sat. 10:30am-5- continued from Page 65 stairs over Antonia’s Restaurant, Hillsborough. Linville/Linville Falls Area continued from Page 66 910/295-4817 or at (www.broadhurstgallery. pm. Contact: 919/552-7533 ext.3 or at (www. Ongoing - Founded in 1992, featuring works com). ashleyart.com). 10am-6pm; Fri.&Sat., 10am-8pm; and Sun., Silver Fox Gallery, 508 N. Main Street, Hen- by Jayne Bomberg and Tom Guthrie (The Anvil Arts Studio & Sculpture Gardens, Hwy. Morehead City and violets. McRay is best know for a portfolio 1-5pm. Contact: 336/274-2212 or at (www. dersonville. Ongoing - Featuring contemporary Studio of Collective Effervescence); Jennifer 221, Linville Falls. Ongoing - While in Linville of work that touches a variety or genres and Hollyhocks Art Gallery, 905 Linden Rd., one Flanders Gallery, 505 S. Blount Street, Ra- onlyjustbe.com). fine art, hand-crafted artworks from the US E. Miller, Andrea DeGette, Jacquelin Liggins, Falls, be sure to come by and stroll through the BluSail Gallery, Artists’ School & Pottery styles depiected through the Washington, DC mile from Pinehurst next to Elliott’s restaurant, leigh. Ongoing - Flanders Gallery is committed only, from primarily regional artists. And, now and Tiffney Marley. Hours: last Fri. of the month gallery, studio, and sculpture gardens of artist Studio, 903 Arendell Street, downtown art native’s jazz, landscape, abstract painting and Pinehurst. Ongoing - Featuring original work to cultivating the careers of emerging artists. Greenville Home Furnishings. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am- from 6-9pm or by appt. Contact: 919/929-2691 Bill Brown. His works include contemporary district, Morehead City. Ongoing - The gallery signature “Heart Series” that puts the heart at by award winning local artists Jane Casnel- Through its rigorous exhibition program, the 6pm; Fri.,10am-7pm; Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., or 919/644-8637. sculpture, sculptural lighting, and paintings. represents and exhibits work by over 30 local the center of everything from history to pop lie, Diane Kraudelt, Irene McFarland, Paula gallery continues to explore new concepts in City Art Gallery, 511 Red Banks Road, noon-5pm. Contact: 828/698-0601 or at (www. Youíll be drawn into each piece of art as it ap- artists. The Artists’ School and Pottery Studio culture. Ongoing - A fine art gallery dedicated Montgomery, and Robert Gera. Offering a wide contemporary art using various media. Flan- Greenville. Ongoing - The gallery features silverfoxonline.com). peals to your understanding from a myriad of are working studios designed to educate and to promoting regional and national artists; range of work from contemporary to traditional, ders Gallery is dedicated to exhibiting provoca- the works of established regional and national materials including steel, copper, bronze, and enhance local talent for children and adults of bringing awareness and appreciation of fine the gallery includes portraiture, vibrant Tuscan tive and innovative contemporary art, producing artists and craftspeople. The gallery offers an The Art House Gallery and Studio, 5 High- various patinas. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm all ages and all levels of experience. Hours: art to the community through exhibits, shows, scenes, palpable pet portraits, beautiful florals 14-18 exhibits each year both in the gallery and extensive collection of paintings, sculpture, land Park Road, East Flat Rock. Ongoing should call ahead at 828-765-6226 or at (www. Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30 or by chance. Contact: demonstrations and by providing fine art to es- and more, in a wide variety of mediums includ- in alternative exhibit spaces. Hours: Wed.-Sat., ceramics, glass, drawings and photography. - Fine art gallery and private party venue featur- studiosculpture.com). 252/723-9516 or at (www.blu-sail.com). tablished and new art lovers. We offer a diverse ing oils, acrylics, pastels and unusual black and 11am-6pm. Contact: 919/757-9533 or at (http:// Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-4pm ing works by Susan Johnston-Olivari and other selection of styles, subject matter and mediums white washes. Hours: Mon.-Sat.,10am-9:30pm. flandersartgallery.com). or by appt. Contact: 252/353-7000 or at (www. local artists. Hours: by appt. only. Contact: 87 Ruffin Street Gallery, located next to the Old Budding Artists, Ltd., 3000 Arendell Street, including paintings, pottery, ceramics, sculp- Contact: 910/255-0665 or at (www.Hollyhock- CityArtGreenville.com). 828/808-3594 or at (www.arthousegalleryand- Hampton General Store and Barbeque, Hwy. Unit 9, Morehead City. Ongoing - The gallery ture, and jewelry. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm sArtGallery.com). Gallery C, 540 North Blount Street, Raleigh. studio.com). 221 in Linville. Ongoing - The gallery features provides custom framing and artist liaisons for & Sat., 10am -5pm. Contact: 252/634-9002 or Through May 27 - "Best of North Carolina Strickland Art Gallery, 817 Dickinson Ave., the work of local and regional folk artists, potters, commissioned pieces. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- at (www.fineartatbaxters.com). Midland Crafters, 2220 Midland Rd., Pine- 2017". With special guest Catherine Lawrence. Greenville. Ongoing - The gallery specializes The Gallery at Flat Rock, 2702A Greenville figural wood carvers, glass artists and painters. 6pm. Contact: 252/247-5111. hurst. Ongoing - Featuring the finest in Ameri- During her distinguished career in New York in art by North Carolina artists including Francis Highway, Flat Rock. Through May 14 - "Tem- This unique gallery also carries beautiful furniture Stardust Gallery, 244 1/2 Middle Street, Suite can traditionl and contemporary hand crafts. City, Catherine Lawrence was a prominent Speight, Sarah Blakeslee, Hobson Pittman and poral Witness: Tracing Nature’s Path," featuring handcrafted by local artists from local woods. Carteret Contemporary Art, 1106 Arendell St., D, New Bern. Ongoing - Featuring works by The gallery carries something for everyone. researcher, writer and lecturer at Hunter Col- Claude Howell. Contemporary NC artists are also works by Alice Ballard, Christina Laurel, and The gallery has its own framing shop for all your Morehead City. Ongoing - Featuring original over 25 NC artists including works in acrylic, oil Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-5:30pm & Sun., lege, Columbia University, New York Institute shown. Hours: Mon.-Tue., 10am-6pm and by Rosemond Purcell. Artist Talk on May 6, at picture framing needs. Whether you are looking paintings and sculpture from regional and & watercolor; photography; pen & ink; digital pop 2-5pm. Contact: 910/295-6156. of Technology, and Harlem School of the Arts, appt. Contact: Barbour Strickland 252/561-7980 1pm. May 26 - 29 - “2nd annual Art in Bloom”. for original artwork for you home or for a gift national artists, and shows with gallery artists art; pottery; weaving; handmade wood and iron as well as an administrator and educator at the or at (www.StricklandArtGallery.com). A reception will be held on May 26, from 5-8pm. Ruffin Street gallery is the perfect destination. during spring and summer. Hours: Mon.-Fri., creations; lampwork glass jewelry & handblown Pittsboro Metropolitan Museum of Art. Catherine moved The reception is free and open to the public, Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 11am-5pm. 10am- 5pm and Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact glass; fine handmade silver jewelry; stained home to NC in 2016 and is currently an adjunct Uptown Art Supply & Gallery, a division of but donations are encouraged to benefit the Contact: 828/737-0420 or at (www.ruffinstreetart- 252/726-4071 or at (www.twogalleries.net). glass; and handwoven baskets. Hours: Tue.- All In One Pottery, 115 Hobbs Road, Pittsboro. professor at Meredith College and William UBE, 529 S Evans Street, Greenville. Ongoing - Open Studio Tour of Henderson County, held gallery.com). Thur., 11am-5pm & Fri.-Sat., 11am-7pm. Contact: Ongoing - The pottery houses an eclectic mix Peace University. Hours: Tue.-Fri., noon-6pm; Featuring works in a variety of media by localand the weekend of Sept. 23 & 24, 2017. The Gal- Morehead City Photography Gallery, 1300 252/617-0209 or at (http://www.stardustart. of hand-painted mailolica dinnerware, pitfired & Sat., 11am-5pm & Sun. 1-5pm thru Apr. 30. regional artists. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-6pm and lery at Flat Rock pairs two dozen professional Mars Hill E Arendell Street, Morehead City. Ongoing - gallery/). raku vases, and hand-crafted musical instru- Contact: 919/828-3165 or at (www.galleryc. Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 252/752-0688 or at floral designers with an equal number of artists The gallery showcases the personal work of ments by Allen McCanless; as well as pitfired net). (www.uptownart.net). to present imaginative interpretations of juried Tom Turner Porcelain, 381 Turner Lane, Mars Mike Basher with a collection of limited edition The Art Gallery @ Le Bistro & Fine Dining, sculptural ceramic artwork by Louise Hobbs works of art for its second annual “Art in Bloom” Hill. Ongoing - Featuring wheel thrown and black and white silver prints–images gath- 3402-B Trent Road, New Bern. Ongoing - Fea- McCanless. Hours: by appointment only. Con- Glenwood Gallery Art & Antiques, 610 W. Hendersonville - Flat Rock exhibit. Ongoing - a premier destination for high fired porcelain art pottery by Tom Turner ered alongside his fifteen-year career as an turing works by local artists who explore a wide tact: 919/542-6162 Johnson St., Raleigh. Ongoing - Featuring finely curated art and craft. Hours: Tue.-Sat., with classical glazes like copper red oxblood, advertising and editorial photographer. A recent range of media including Gayle George, Nell works by Edwin D. Alexander, Barbara Evans, Throughout Hendersonville/Flat Rock, Every 10am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm or by appt. Contact: oilspot, celadons, and ash glazes. Hours: by transplant to the Beaufort/Morehead City area, Maha, John Dreas, Nada Behr, Doris Walker, Liquidambar Gallery, 80 Hillsborough Street, Michael Manas, Nancee Clark, Michael Van 3rd Fri. of the month, 5-8pm - "Art Gallery 828/698-7000, e-mail at (info@galleryflatrock. appt. Contact: 828/689-9430 or at (www.tom- his collection consists of serene photographs Barbara Cornish, B. Chris Munyan, Douglas Pittsboro. Ongoing – We represent over 75 Horn, Rob Cox, Jim Green, Stan Strikland, Trail WNC Hendersonville/Flat Rock Gallery com) or at (galleryflatrock.com). turnerporcelain.com). of beautiful local coastal scenes, and diverse Rowe, Tess Luper, James King, William K. different artists in the retail store and both, Kitty Mark Tomczyk. Hours: Call. Contact: 919/829- Hop," featuring a tour of local galleries and art landscapes from around the country. Hours: Henson, John Mitchell, Joan Russell, Betty and John the store owners, are artists as well. 7202. spaces, held May - Dec. For further info e-mail The Portrait Source, Hwy. 225 S., along "Little Marshall Thur.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Sun., noon-4pm and Brown, Blain Kruger and Dan Wilson. Come in We carry handmade, one-of-a-kind artwork to ([email protected]). Rainbow Row", Flat Rock. Ongoing - Repre- by appt. Contact: 661/305-7026 or at (www. for lunch or dinner, have a glass of wine and - everything from local pottery, jewelry, steel, Lee Hansley Gallery, 1053 E. Whitaker Mill senting the nation's finest portrait artists and we East Fork Pottery, 268 Ras Grooms Road, bashergallery.com). peruse the work of these fine artists. Hours: glass, baskets, cards, fine art, and hand turned- Road @ Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh. Through Art MoB Studios & Marketplace, 124 4th help clients find the perfect artist for both fami- Marshall. Ongoing - East Fork Pottery was Tue.-Wed., 10am-5pm; Thur.-Sat., 10am-8pm; wood items. In the front gallery we have new May 17 - Featuring and exhibit of works by Avenue East, Downtown Hendersonville just off lies and the corporate world. We have expert Work by Jude Lobe founder in 2010 by Alexander Matisse. We Morganton and Sun., 9am-2pm. Contact: 252/637-7331 or featured artists, with a reception on First Sun- John Beerman and Conrad Weiser. The Beer- of Main Street, Hendersonville. Ongoing - Art sales consultants throughout the country. Visit Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton make a full range of functional and sculptural at (http://www.lebistrofinediningandtheartgal- days, 2-4pm. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10:30am-5- man show is comprised of 34 landscape and MoB now represents over 90 local artists and our unique gallery where we have a continuing St., Suite 1-D, Hillsborough. Through May 21 - ceramics, fired in a large wood bruning kiln, Hamilton Williams Gallery, 403 East Union lery.com). :30pm and Sun., noon-4pm. Contact: 919/542- still life paintings on canvas and paper. The has been proudly open for three years, and display of sample paintings. Hours: Mon.-Sat., "Parallel Play," featuring paintings by Ellie Rein- Striving to understand our place in the tapestry St., downtown Morganton. Ongoing – A gallery 1773 or at (www.liquidambarstudio.com). Weiser exhibition is made up of 19 raku pots counting. Art MoB also features 5,000 square 10am-4pm or by appt. Contact 800/586-6575 hold, sculpture by Jason Smith, and pottery by of American ceramics, we hold the past, pres- of fine craft featuring the pottery, jewelry, metal, The Dirty Bird, 244½ Middle Street, New Bern. including a series of new brightly colored Asian feet of space including fours studios with or at (www.theportraitsource.com). Evelyn Ward. May 22 - June 25 - "Earthworks," ent, and future on equal ground, for the three in fiber, and art of artists from Western North Ongoing - Featuring an eclectic mix of paintings, 123 Art Studios, 123 Beech Forest Way, Pitts- inspired lidded vessels. Ongoing - "NC Mas- wonderful resident artists. These artists can be featuring paintings by Chris Graebner and Jude concert make the most beautifu chord. Hours: Carolina and the Appalachian region, adjoin- ceramic items, jewelry and repaired and painted boro. May 5 - June 4 - Featuring works by Zoe ters," featuring works by prominent deceased found fast at work in their studios most days High Point Lobe, and pottery by Garry Childs. A reception by appointment. Contact: 828/689-4109 or at ing the production studio of resident potter, furniture. Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11am-6pm & Fri.- Allison, Joseph Asterita, RJ Dobs, Kathleen NC artists including George Bireline, Edith of the week. We invite you to come and join will be held on May 26, from 6-9pm. Ongoing (www.eastforkpottery.com). Hamilton Williams. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 252/626-1983. Jardine, Cat Manolis, Colleen Black Semelka, London, Francis Speight and Joe Cox. There us... see our work, meet our artists, and take J.Gallery at JH Adams Inn, 1108 North Main - Founded in 2006, the Hillsborough Gallery & Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact 828/438-1595 or at Nate Shaeffer, Francis Shepherd, and Nathalie are 35 artists in the gallery’s stable whose classes with us. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm Street, High Point. Ongoing - Featuring works of Arts is owned & operated by 21 artists and Firewalker Gallery, Main St., across from the (www.hamiltonwilliams.com). Ocracoke Island Worthington. A reception will be held on May works are shown on a rotating basis. The & Sun., 1-4:30pm. Contact: 828/693-4545 or at by artists from across the country with an features painting, sculpture, photography, glass Madison County courthouse, Marshall. Ongo- 5, from 11am-7pm. Hours: Fri., noon-7pm; Sat. gallery also mounts invitational exhibitions in (www.artmobstudios.com). emphasis on North Carolina artists. Hours: art, jewelry, wood, pottery & fiber art. Hours: ing - The gallery features artists from Madison Nags Head Village Craftsmen, 170 Howard Street, Oc- & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 919/338-1519 or which non-gallery artists show alongside stable Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm, but it is suggested you 10am-6pm, Mon.-Thur.; 10am-8pm, Fri. & Sat.; County and east Tenn. who work in a variety racoke Island. Ongoing - We feature pottery, e-mail to ([email protected]). artists. The gallery organizes at least one Carolina Mountain Artists, 444 N. Main Street, make an appointment. Contact: Julie Delgaudio and noon-4pm, Sun. Contact: 919/732-5001 or of mediums. Hours: Thur., Fri. & Sat., 10am-6- Seaside Art Gallery, 2716 Virginia Dare Trail glass, jewelry, kitchen items, musical instru- historical exhibition annually exploring the work Hendersonville. Ongoing - Featuring works by at 336/8478672 or by e-mail at (phonefrnzy@ at (www.HillsboroughGallery.com). pm and by appt. Contact: 828/649-0134 or at South, Nags Head. Ongoing - Featuring works ments, wrought iron, baskets, bells, boxes, The Joyful Jewel, 44-A Hillsborough2 Street, of a single artist or group of stylistically related regional and local artists in every media. Hours: aol.com). (www.firewalkergallery.com). of local and contemporary artists, as well as a soaps, accessories, clothes, games, kaleido- Pittsboro. Ongoing - Featuring local art fresh artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm & 1st Fri. Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Sovero Art Gallery & Studio, 121 North Chur- wonderful selection of art by such masters as scopes, lawn sprinklers, lamps & lampshades, from the Heart. Mariah Wheeler is shoppe keeper till 10pm. Contact: 919/828-7557 or at (www. 828/696-0707. JK Gallery, 342 North Wrenn Street, High ton Street, Suite 2-B, Hillsborough. Ongoing - Mebane Picasso, Chagall, Whistler, Icart, Renoir and prints, tin ware, pewter items, tiles and much at this gallery/gift store in downtown Pittsboro. leehansleygallery.com). Point. Ongoing - Featuring fine art photog- Featuring jewelry and oil paintings by Peruvian many others. Sculpture, porcelain and art glass more - all made by American artists. Hours: We feature exquisite art and gifts from over ninety Custom Built Quilts, 411 N. Wall Street, Hen- raphy by Jim Koch. Exhibiting black & white artist David Sovero, who was born in 1971 in Fine Art Carolina Gallery, 116 West Clay by Hummel, Staffordshire, Tiffany and others Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm & Sun., 10am-2pm. local artists, with a price range to suit your bud- Litmus Gallery & Studios, 312 W. Cabarrus dersonville. Ongoing - Custom built quilts from original silver gelatin prints and interpretations Lima, Peru. He graduated from the Peruvian St., Mebane. Ongoing - The gallery offers are represented. As well as a fine selection of Contact: 252-928-5541 or at (www.villagecrafts- get. You will find baskets, books, jewelry, cards, Street, (across the tracks from Amtrak Train aprons to wall hangings. Hours: open on week- of color, architectural images, landscapes and National Arts College where he attended from traditional and contemporary art in various me- estate jewelry. Since the early 1980's, a major men.com). paintings, photography, sculpture, from glass, Station) Raleigh. Ongoing - Regional emerg- ends - call ahead to be sure. Contact: 828/808- portraits. Hours: M.-F., 9am-5pm. Contact: 1990 -1996. He has a strong academic founda- diums. The gallery will also feature guest artists feature of Seaside Art Gallery has been our wood, clay, fiber, and more. On Fri. evenings ing and/or established artists are featured 1567 or at (www.custombuiltquilts.com). 336/883-2370 or at (http://www.jk-gallery.com/). tion. His Incan ancestral roots are saturated and offer art workshops. Hours: Mon.-Sat., large collection of original animation art by such Old Fort the gallery features local musicians, poets, and every month with a reception from 6-9pm the with thousands of years of Andean stylized 11am-5pm. Contact: 919/455-5965 or at (http:// studios as Disney, Warner Bros., Hanna-Bar- other performance art with a wide array of talent. first Friday of each month. Studios of resident East End Gallery on 7th Avenue, 518 7th Kelly Brooke Pottery & Gallery, 709 W. figures. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-7pm. Contact: FineArtCarolina.com). bera, United Features Ltd., and other animation Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10:30am-5:30pm & Sun., artists are open for touring, viewing, and selling Avenue East, Hendersonville. Ongoing - Lexington Ave., inside of DeBeen Espresso, 919/619-5616 or at (http://soveroart.com/). studios. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: noon-4pm. Contact: 919/883-2775 or at (www. of art (paintings, sketches, sculptures, pottery, Featuring a unique collection of fine art and High Point. Ongoing - All of my work is wheel Micaville 252/441-5418, 1-800/828-2444 or at (http:// joyfuljewel.com). mixed media, photography, etc.). Hours: Thur., craft. Hours: Thur.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: thrown and/or hand built from a porcelain clay Lenoir www.seasideart.com/). 10am-2pm or by appt. Contact: 919/571-3605 828/551-3278 or at (www.eastendgallery7. body made right here in North Carolina. I use a Crabtree Creek Art and Floral Gallery, 4161 Raleigh Area or at (www.litmusgallery.com). com). centuries old style of surface decoration known Morning Song Gallery, at old Victorian house, E. Hwy 19-E, between Burnsville & Spruce New Bern as sprigging where I individually apply hand 512 West Avenue, NW, across from the Lenoir Pine, in Micaville. Ongoing - A 2,400 sq. ft. Adam Cave Fine Art, 2009 Progress Court, Local Color Gallery, Carter Building, 22 South Firefly Craft Gallery, 2689-D Greenville carved dragonflies or flowers to the leather Post Office and to the right of Baker Realty, gallery offering pottery, blown glass, paint- Historic Downtown New Bern, 2nd Fri. of Raleigh. Ongoing - Representing a select Glenwood Ave., Raleigh. Ongoing - The gallery Highway, Flat Rock. Ongoing - Featuring fine hardened pots. Choose from mugs, bowls, Lenoir. Ongoing - Featuring works by local and ings, stained glass, wood carvings and bowls, the month, 5-8pm - "artCRAWL!," sponsored group of regional and nationally known art- has now grown into a women’s artist coopera- craft and art - all the little things that make vases, honey pots, teapots, plates, platters, etc. regional artists. Hours: Call ahead. Contact: jewelry, handmade handbags, sweaters & by Community Artist Will. See you downtown at ists, including Joseph Cave, David Hewson, tive 13 members strong. Hours: Thur., Fri., & living beautiful. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. All of the pottery is food safe, microwave, and Margaret Carter Martine at 828/754-5693. hats, Christmas trees, ornaments and holiday Isaac Taylor Garden and Greater Good Gallery! Stephen Aubuchon, Wayne Taylor, and Donald Sat., 11am-3pm. Contact: 919/754-3887 or at Contact: 828/231-0764 or at (www.fireflycraft- dishwasher safe and very durable. Hours: daily decorations, metal sculptures and ironwork, Greater Good Gallery will be open extended Furst. The gallery will also be introducing some (www.localcoloraleigh.com). gallery.com). 8am-8pm. Contact: 336/889-2107 or at (www. Lexington handmade soaps and lotions, fragrances and hours from 5pm to 8pm showcase artwork by new, young talent to the area, including Mas- kellybrookepottery.com). candles, wildlife & floral photography, home ac- more than seventy artists! The Isaac Taylor sachusetts painter Jennifer O’Connell. Hours: Nicole's Studio & Art Gallery, 719 N. Person Framing Arts, 119 3rd Avenue West, Hender- The Bob Timberlake Gallery, 1714 E. Center cessories, lamps, handmade tables, chairs and Garden will be brimming with the G3's artists who Work from Turtle Island Pottery Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm & by appt. Contact: St., Raleigh. Ongoing - The gallery represents sonville. Ongoing - Framing Arts will elegantly Hillsborough Street Extension, Lexington. Ongoing - Featur- home accents, silk floral creations and fresh will be demonstrating their talents with painting, 919/838-6692 or at (www.adamcavefineart. local and nationally recognized artists in all frame all your artwork to fit your decor and ing original artwork and reproductions by Bob floral arrangements, textile pieces, handmade sketching, performing and making crafts and Turtle Island Pottery, 2782 Bat Cave Road, com). genre specializing in excellence in Contem- budget. Using preservation techniques and Callaway Jewelry & Spiral Studios, 115 North Timberlake. Also furniture, gifts, apparel and baskets and local crafts from the western North jewelry. For further info visit (www.communityar- Old Fort. Showroom open on Saturdays. On- porary Realism. Up to 20 artists represented archival materials, your art will be protected Churton Street, Hillsborough. Ongoing - Offer- collectibles. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Carolina region. Also a complete garden center tistwill.org). going - Featuring handmade pottery by Maggie Artcraft Gallery, 406 W Hillsborough Street, include; Rick McClure, Lori Putnam, Dawn for a lifetime of enjoyment. Hours: Mon.-Fri., ing beautiful handmade jewelry in sterling silver Contact: 800-244-0095 or at (www.bobtimber- with blooming plants, hanging baskets, dish and Freeman Jones, who create one of a kind, Raleigh. Ongoing - Funky, functional and fine Whitelaw, Nicole Kennedy, Kim Maselli, Dan 9:30am-5:30pm & Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: and gold by metalsmiths/designers Catharine lake.com). and herb gardens is located on property includ- Carolina Creations Fine Art and Contempo- functional, decorative stoneware items. From art by several co-op artists. Hours: Mon.-Thur., Nelson. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10:30am-5pm; Sat., 828/696-3818 or at (www.framingarts.net). Callaway and Jeannine Rogers. Hours: Mon.- ing landscape art, hardscape and fountains. rary Craft Gallery, 317-A Pollock Street, New cups to umbrella stands, mirror frames and 9am-5pm; Fri., 9am-1pm & 1st Fri., 6pm- noon-4:30pm; and 1st Fri., till 8:30pm. Contact: Fri., 10am-6pm & Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: Lincolnton Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/675- Bern. NC. Ongoing - Featuring fine art and clocks. Sculptural and inspired by nature, many midnight. Contact: 919/832-5058 or at (www. 919/838-8580 or at (www.nicolestudio.com). McCarter Gallery, 451 N. Main St., Hender- 919/732-2013 or at (http://www.sterlingspirals. 0612 or at (www.crabtreecreekgallery.com). contemporary crafts including pottery, paint- forms are reminiscent of antique pottery from artcraftsignco.com). sonville. Ongoing - Featuring the working com/). Gallery 27, 808 W. Hwy. 27, Lincolnton, NC. ings, glass, sculpture, and wood by over 300 the arts and crafts movement and art nouveau Roundabout Art Collective, 305 Oberlin studio-gallery of landscape artist Alan McCa- May 20 - June 7 - "Gallery 27’s Fifth Anniver- Crimson Laurel Gallery, inside Appalachian of the countries top artists. Hours: Mon.-Sat., styles. Hours: Showroom open most Saturdays, ArtSource Fine Art & Framing, 4421-123 Six Road, Raleigh. Ongoing - Bringing together rter, specializing in his acrylic paintings of the ENO Gallery, 100 South Churton Street, sary Show," featuring works by Liz McKay and Terroir, 621 Micaville Loop, Micaville. Ongo- 10am-6pm; Fri., till 8pm: & Sun. 11am-4pm. call ahead for any day of the week. Contact: Forks Road (behind Bonefish Grill, across from a diverse group of Wake County artists who beauty of Nature in the Blue Ridge and Great Hillsborough. Through June 24 - "Southern Stacey Pilkington-Smith. A reception will be held ing - Appalachian Terroir is comprised of three Contact: 252/633-4369 or at 828/669-2713 or at Brother’s Cleaners at North Hills...look for the have created a magnet location for exhibiting Smoky Mountains. Also, featuring a display Light," featuring works by T Chad Smith. on May 20, from 7-9pm. The multi-faceted realm divisions: Crimson Laurel Gallery, a studio (www.carolinacreations.com). (www.Turtleislandpottery.com). red door), Raleigh. Ongoing - ArtSource is a and selling art. Hours: Wed.-Sat., noon-5pm, of new works monthly. And, watercolors and Smith is a Durham, NC, artist that successfully of mixed media is showcased in an explosion of ceramics retailer; Smoky Mountain Pottery fine art gallery housing over 1,600 works of art and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 919/747-9495 or at acrylics of Robbin McCarter and art glass by captures the changing light and mood of local color and texture by artists Liz McKay and Stacey Studio, a ceramics manufacturer; and Appala- Fine Art at Baxters Gallery (formally the Pinehurst - Southern Pines Area by 65+ artists. This award-winning gallery has (www.roundaboutartcollective.com). Czech glass master Igor Muller and Canadian landscapes. Ongoing - The gallery repre- Pilkington-Smith in celebration of Gallery 27’s fifth chian Terroir, designer and producer of original historic Baxter’s Jewelry Store), 323 Pollock assisted collectors and businesses in the selec- Robert Held. Hours Mon.-Sat.,10:30am-5:30pm sents exceptional contemporary emerging and anniversary. Pilkington-Smith, owner of Gallery dinnerware and housewares. Hours: Mon.-Fri., Street, New Bern. May 12 - June 9 - Featur- Artist Alley, 167 E. New Hampshire Ave., tion of fine art, custom art pieces and framing The Collectors Gallery, The Pavilions at City & by appt. Contact: 828/698-7117 or at (www. established artists for both first time buyers and 27, and McKay, the gallery manager, have com- 8am-5pm & Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: call Ben ing works by artists Joanne Geisel, Karen Southern Pines. Ongoing - Featuring a for over 20 years. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm Plaza, 443 Fayetteville St., Raleigh. Ongoing mccarter-gallery.com). discerning collectors. Eno Gallery is a unique bined their current works in a show that visually Philips at 904/716-3116 or e-mail to (contact@ Crenshaw & Eric McRay. A reception will be wide variety of affordable artwork and fine and Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 919/787-9533, or at - Featuring a full service fine art and fine craft and intimate exhibition space. We offer work represents the inception, nurturing and ultimate crimsonlaurelgallery.com). held on May 12, from 5-8pm. Geisel’s paintings crafts made exclusively here in North Caro- (www.artsource-raleigh.com). gallery, providing residential and commercial Narnia Studios, 315 N. Main St., Henderson- from artists of exceptional quality and dedica- fruition of following an artistic dream. Ongoing - reflect a moment in time where it is important to lina. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: consulting and custom conservation fram- ville. Ongoing - Featuring works by local and tion. Representing some of the most creative The gallery is the area’s only working art gallery capture an immediate impression. Crenshaw’s 910/692-6077. Ashley’s Art Gallery,701 N. Main St, located ing. Representing over 60 national, regional regional artists in a variety of media. Hours: individuals from regional and national commu- specializing in representing new and emerging palette show the influence of the Impressionists 12 miles south of Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina. and North Carolina artists, the gallery offers Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-6pm. Contact: 828/697- nities. Hours: Tue.-Thur., noon-6pm & Fri.-Sat., artists. We also represents established artists. with her use of high-keyed hues – soft cobalt Ongoing - Featuring fine art originals by paintings, etchings, photography, sculpture, 6393 or at (www.narniastudios.com). noon-8pm. Contact: 919/833-1415 or at (http:// The space houses a formal fine art gallery, gift and cerulean blues and deep, rich greens national and local artist including Terry Isaac, continued on Page 67 continued on Page 68 Page 66 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 67 10am-4pm & Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: 336/879- 4th generation potter of Seagrove’s Chriscoe and Sun. noon-5pm. Contact: 336/873-1001 or safe by Susan & Danny Richardson. Hours: 2615 or e-mail at (audreyvalone@bellsouth. pottery family. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. at (www.gypsypotters.com). Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-5672. net). Contact: 336/301-3254 or at (www.chrisluther- NC Commercial Galleries pottery.com). NC Commercial Galleries Moore Pots Pottery, 333 Jugtown Rd., Sea- Rockhouse Pottery, 1792 Hwy. 705 S., continued from Page 67 continued from Page 68 grove. Ongoing - Featuring traditional and folk Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring Salt glaze Chrisco Pottery, 1360 Hwy. 705, Seagrove. art pottery; candlesticks, Rebekah pitchers, and and hand carved grapes, dogwood, pines, pottery and glass. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm; Southern Spirit Gallery, 102 South Main St., Ongoing - Featuring functional pottery includ- designs, with crystaline and celadon glazes. Pam Owens and Travis Owens. Hours: Tue.- chickens; wood fired salt glazed. Hours: Mon.- tulips, oak leaves and chili peppers on pots Sun., noon-4pm; & 1st. Fri, until 9pm Contact: Salisbury. Ongoing - The shop offers a wide ing tableware, vases, and large platters. Hours: Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. noon-5pm. Sat., 8:30am-5pm. Contact: 910/464-3266 or at Sat. 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/464-1453. by Carolyn Poole. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5- 919/828-6500 or at (www.thecollectorsgallery. array of art and crafts from over 60 artists, most Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm (Sept.-Dec.) & Tue.-Sat., Contact: 336/872-4013 or at (www.potteryby- (www.jugtownware.com). pm. Contact: 336/879-2053 or at (www.rtmc. com). from North Carolina. There is jewelry, paintings, 10am-5pm (Jan.-Aug.). Contact: 336/879-5272. frankneef.com). Nichols Pottery, 1400 Hwy. 705 S., Seagrove. net/~rockhouse). glass and pottery. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5- Keith Martindale Pottery, Boyd Dr., Seagrove. Ongoing - Country yet classic, functional The Mahler Fine Art, Mahler Building, 228 pm. Contact: 704/633-0761. Cross Creek Pottery, 481 King. Rd., Sea- Freeman Pottery, 1147 McDuffie Rd., Eagle Ongoing - Featuring functional and decora- and decorative. Hand-thrown stoneware with Scott's Pottery, 143 Jugtown Rd., Seagrove. Fayetteville St., Raleigh. Ongoing - Featuring grove. Ongoing - Featuring decorative and Springs. Ongoing - Featuring hand-turned min- tive pottery with a new red glaze and an ocean timeless appeal, including an ongoing Biblical Ongoing - Featuring functional hand-made pot- a dynamic venue dedicated to significant art Saluda Area functional pottery by Terry and Vivian Hunt. iatures 1/2 to 2 inches, functional ware decorat- glaze by Keith Martindale. Hours: Mon.-Sat., appeal. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & (Oct.- tery by Tina Scott. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10:30am- of our time, committed to offering the best in Hours: Mon.-Sat., 8am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. ed with farm scenes and vessel puzzles. Hours: 10am-3pm & Sun. 1-5pm (closed Jan.-Mar.). Dec.) Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 910/948-4392 or 5pm. Contact: 910/464-2306 or e-mail at regional and national fine art by emerging and Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery, 21 Contact: 336/873-8425 or at (www.crosscreek- Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: 910/673-2044 or Contact: 336/302-3571 or at (www.keithmartin- at (www.nicholspotteryshop.com). ([email protected]). established artists. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-5pm; East Main Street, Saluda. Ongoing - Featuring pottery.com). e-mail at ([email protected]). dalepottery.com). Sat., noon-4pm.. Contact: 919/828-6500 or at contemporary works of handmade wearables, O'Quinn Pottery, 4456 Busbee Rd., Seagrove. Seagrove Creations Pottery Gallery, 354 Lit- (www.themahlerfineart.com). jewelry, paper, paintings, fine porcelain, stone- Crystal King Pottery, 2475 Hwy. 705, Sea- King’s Pottery, 4905 Reeder Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring multi-colored gas fired tle River Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Showcas- ware, glass, metal and wood. Hours: Mon.- grove. Ongoing - Featuring functional and Ongoing - Hand-turned traditional stoneware. functional and decorative pottery by Sandra O ing over 60+ potters and arts from craftsmen 311 - Martin St Gallery and Studios, 311 Mar- Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: decorative stoneware by Seagrove native and Wood-fired salt glaze. Folk pottery. face jugs, Quinn. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: within the Seagrove area. Hours: (Apr.-Dec.) tin Street, Warehouse District, Raleigh. Ongo- 828/749-9365 or at (www.heartwoodsaluda. family-taught potter Crystal King. Face jugs, and more. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Con- 910/464-5125. Mon.-Sat., 9am-6pm & Sun., 1-6pm (Jan.-Mar.) ing - Featuring three exhibit galleries, studios com). Work by Bruce Gholson salt glazes, and folk art. Hours: Tue.-Sat., tact: 336/381-3090 or at (www.kingspottery. Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. 1-5pm. Contact: by tenant artists, The Print Studio, and the 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-6990 or at (www. com). Old Gap Pottery, 944 NC Hwy. 705, Seagrove. 336/873-7204 or at (www.potteryofseagrove. meeting place for The North Carolina Printmak- Seagrove Area Bulldog Pottery, 3306 Alt. 220, Seagrove. CrystalKingPottery.net). Ongoing - Contemporary in design; oriental in com). ers. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm and 6-9pm on June 3 & 4 - "9th annual Cousins in Clay," a Kovack Pottery, 1298 Fork Creek Mill Rd., nature. One-of-a-kind stoneware, Raku, and 1st Friday of the month. Contact: 919/821-2262 Throughout Seagrove, May 20, 9am-4pm - pottery show and sale offers the opportunity Dean and Martin Pottery, 7739 Nathan Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring hand-turned, porcelain by Phillip Pollet. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Seagrove Pottery, 106 N Broad St., Seagrove. or at (http://311gallery.com/). "Pots and Paint". Experience a new adventure as to find original ceramic art at very accessible Lane, Seagrove. Ongoing - Jeff Dean and hand-painted, lead-free functional stoneware 10am-4 (call ahead). Contact: 336-873-7664. Ongoing - Featuring works by 50 local potters potters and painters come together to share their prices, featuring works by Lindsay Oesterrit- Stephanie Martin make contemporary, vibrantly and wood-fired, salt-glazed pottery by Craig functional and decorative pieces. Hours: Mon.- Tipping Paint Gallery, 428 S. McDowell inspiration. Seven Seagrove NC pottery shops ter and Kenyon Hansen with Bruce Gholson, glazed stoneware vessels, sculpture, and wall Kovack and Michelle Kovack. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Old Hard Times Pottery, 7672 Union Grove Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., 11am-5pm. Contact: Street, Raleigh. Ongoing - The gallery is a and seven painters from NC Plein Air Painters Samantha Henneke, and Michael Kline. This pieces. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Mon. 9am-5pm & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 336/873- Church Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring 336/873-7280. group of artists that have worked together since of the Carolinas have a special day. Become an popular yearly pottery event features a wide by chance. Contact: 336/879-0683 or at (www. 8727 or at (www.geocities.com/kovackpottery/). traditional, as well as utilitarian and decorative 2009 planning and hanging exhibits, marketing, art enthusiast as you meet the artists, learn about spectrum of ceramics ranging from traditional deanandmartinpottery.com). pottery. Salt glaze, red glaze, and a variety community outreach, and supporting and en- pottery and plein air or outdoor painting. Watch to contemporary designs and from decora- Lantern Hill Pottery, 110 East Avenue, of colors. Dinnerware, face jugs, angels and couraging each other in our artistic endeavors. the painters’ artistic visions of still life arrange- tive to functional ware -- beautiful and useful Dirt Works Pottery, 1226 Hwy. 705, Seagrove. Seagrove. Ongoing - We focus on making our luminaries by Janey McNeill. Hours: Mon.- In 2011, the group found a great location in the ments, landscapes and historical buildings devel- -- ceramic art for the wall and table. “Cousins in Ongoing - Featuring contemporary, sculptural pottery that is not only hand-crafted and an Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., 10am-5pm. Contact: heart of downtown Raleigh where we opened op before your eyes. The best part is you’ll have Clay” begins on Saturday, June 3 from 10am- and functional pottery; Raku, stoneware, wood- enjoyment to use, but also beautiful in their own 336/879-2481 or e-mail at (oldhardtimes@rtmc. Tipping Paint Gallery in June. Our mission is the opportunity to own the paintings and pottery 5pm, and Sunday June 4, from 10am-4pm. On fired and salt glazed by Dan Triece. Hours: form of art to be seen and held by all. Hours: net). two-fold: to exhibit quality art on a year-round as a fond reminder of your trip! Make plans to Saturday enjoy the music of Chronis Vasiliou of Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-5pm. Contact: 336/873- Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun. 11am-5pm. basis and to continue to strive for personal spend the day in Seagrove on a self guided tour Greensboro playing his bouzouki music and a 8979 or at (www.dirtworkspottery.com). Contact: 336-873-8222 or at (www.lanternhill- Old House Pottery, 236 Beane Lane, Sea- artistic growth. Hours: Thur., 11am-3pm; Fri., for this paint-out event on May 20, 2017, rain date pottery demonstration by Lindsay Oesterritter Work by From the Ground Up pottery pottery.com). grove. Ongoing - Featuring functional stone- 11am-3pm & 5-8pm; Sat., noon-8pm or by will be the following weekend May 27th. Free and at 3-4pm. On Sunday come out and meet some Dixieland Pottery, 1162 Cagle Loop Rd., ware by Fred Beane. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5- appt. Contact: 919/928-5279. open to the public. Maps are available at each of the Seagrove Potters at a Potters’ Potluck Seagrove. Ongoing - Hand-turned functional From The Ground Up Pottery, 172 Crest- Latham's Pottery, 7297 US Hwy 220 S., pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: 336/879-2052. pottery shop. Questions visit (www.Potsand- followed by a pottery demonstration by Kenyon stoneware, colorful glazes to plain earth tones. wood Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring funtional and Randleman PaintSeagrove.com) or call 336/879-4145. Hansen 1:30-2:30p,. The annual Potters’ Specialize in dinnerware, face jugs, etc. Hours: handmade pottery by Michael Mahan and his tradional stoneware by Bruce and Janice Original Owens Pottery, 3728 Busbee Rd., Potluck will be at noon, all are welcome -- bring Mon.-Sat., 9:30am-5pm. Contact: 336/873- two children, Chelsea and Levi. Tree platters, Latham. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring gray ware with Joseph Sand Pottery, 2555 George York A. Teague Pottery/EJ King Pottery, 2132 Hwy. a dish to share. Ongoing - Bruce Gholson and 8463. meditation bells, dinnerware, and southwestern 336/873-7303 or e-mail at (lathamspottery@ flower designs and other painting, blues, and Road, Randleman. Ongoing - Featuring wood- 705, Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring works Samantha Henneke collaborate to make grace- glaze. Contemporary and traditional forms. embarqmail.com). lots of red ware by Boyd Owens. Hours: Mon.- fired, salt and ash glazed pottery by Joseph by several potters form the "village" with their ful forms, and develop their own unique glazes. Donna Craven Pottery, 2616 Old Cox Rd., Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm (call ahead). Con- Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., nnon-5pm. Contact: Sand at kiln openings held three times each traditional shapes of the Seagrove area. Con- Expect distinctively unusual work at Bulldog Asheboro. Ongoing - Featuring wood-fired tact: 910/464-6228 or at Lovin hillss pottery, 564 Loving Hill Rd., 910/464-3553. Works from Seagrove Stoneware year. Hours: by appt. only. Contact: 612/518- temporary, electric fired stoneware. Traditional Pottery. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 9:30am-5pm; Sun. or salt-glazed, mostly traditional with some (www.fromthegrounduppots.com). Candor. Ongoing - Featuring hand-thrown 4051 or 336/460-0259 and at (http://www. glazes and melted glass glaze. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Mon. by chance or call. Contact: 910/428-9728 decorative and contemporary forms by Donna functional and decorative pieces. Known for Pebbles Pottery, 7127 Hwy. 705, Eagle Seagrove Stoneware, 136 West Main St., jsspottery.com/). 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/464-5400. or at Craven. Hours: by appt. only. Contact: 336/629- Graham Chriscoe Pottery, 2719 220 N., hand carved pottery. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5- Springs. Ongoing - Hand-turned functional & Seagrove. Ongoing - Functional and decora- (www.bulldogpottery.com). 8173. Seagrove. Ongoing - Functional hand-thrown pm (closed Jan.-Mar.). Contact: 910/974-7787 decorative stoneware with lead-free glazes by tive stoneware vases, bowls, lamps, dinner- New Salem Pottery, 789 New Salem Road, A.R. Britt Pottery, 5650 Hwy, 220 S., Sea- pottery using glazes of white, brown, burgundy, or e-mail at ([email protected]). Pebbles Bryson. Hand-carved folk art scenes ware, fountains, and floor pieces. All wheel Randleman. Ongoing - Established in 1972, grove. Ongoing - Hand-turned/handmade Cady Clay Works, 3883 Busbee Rd., Sea- Dover Pottery, 634 NC Hwy. 705, Seagrove. cobalt blue, teal blue, red and Christmas green. & dogwoods. North Carolina vases are my turned and unique glazes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., New Salem Pottery is owned and operated by traditional Seagrove style pottery, original grove. Ongoing - Johannes "John" Mellage Ongoing - Featuring a variety of colored crys- Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: 910/428- Luck's Ware, 1606 Adams Rd., Seagrove. special items. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm 10am-5pm & Sun., 11am-4pm. Contact: Hal Pugh and Eleanor Minnock-Pugh. Hal and formulated glazes, and functional stoneware in and Beth Gore work with a variety of clays and talline ware, freehand-decorated majolica, and 4536. Ongoing - Traditional, utilitarian pottery forms (closed Jan.). Contact: 910/948-4120 or e-mail 336/873-8283 or at (www.seagrovestoneware. Eleanor produce a variety of original redware and the tradition of Nell Cole Graves style by Aaron glazes to create functional and decorative ware raku by Milly, Fiva, and Zeke McCanless, but in a wide range of colors including Sid Luck's at ([email protected]). com). stoneware pottery. Years of work at the wheel R. Britt. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., with richly layered surfaces. Hours: Tue.-Sat., we also carry ceramic work by Allen McCanless Great White Oak Gallery, 437 N. Broad St., “CRAWDAD” slip. Salt-glazed stoneware from and the subtle evolutionary convergence of noon-6pm. Contact: 336/873-7736 or at (www. 10am-5pm or by appt. Contact: 910/464-5661 and Stephen Baxter and quilts by Scott Murkin. Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring functional wood-fired groundhog kiln. Pottery turned by Phil Morgan Pottery, 966 Hwy. 705, Sea- Semper Fi Pottery, 481 King Road, off of Busi- originality with past traditions make their pottery seagrovepottery.net). or at (www.cadyclayworks.com). Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Contact: 336/879- thrown forms and hand-built pottery by Ben- son Matt, a 6th generation potter, also avail- grove. Ongoing - Featuring 100% hand-thrown ness 220 S. before you get to Blackankle Rd., recognizable by its own style. The slip decorated 3610 or at (Doverpotteryseagrove.com). jamin Burns and Bonnie Burns. Exquisitely able. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: pottery, crystalline glazed porcelain, wood fired Seagrove. Ongoing - A family owned and oper- redware pitcher shown above is illustrative of Albright Pottery, 6597 New Center Church Cagle Road Pottery, 603 Cagle Rd., Sea- glazed and hand decorated with rare unusual 336/879-3261 or e-mail at (lucksware@rtmc. salt-glaze, stoneware, and copper red glazes ated business. We are not the traditional pot- their art. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring traditional, grove. Ongoing - Featuring dinnerware and a Down To Earth Pottery, 11792 Hwy. 24/27, glazes and hand-painted motifs. Hours: daily net). by Phil Morgan. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. ters that you would more than likely see around 336/498-2178 or at (www.newsalempottery.com). salt glaze and red functional pottery by Arlie G. wide variety of glazes. Electric, gas and wood- Carthage. Ongoing - Featuring utilitarian 9am-5pm. Contact: 336/873-8066 or at (www. Contact: 336/873-7304. Seagrove. We like to make each and every Albright. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: fired salt and ash glazes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., and decorative pieces by Jim, Nick & Mary greatwhiteoakgallery.com). Lufkin Pottery, 7437 Hwy 220 S., Asheboro. piece that we create unique. Hours: Mon.-Sun., Rutherfordton 336/879-4209. 8am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-2802 or e-mail at Havner. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Ongoing - Featuring jewel tone glazes and Piney Woods Pottery, 1430 Ether Rd., Star. 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/975-1215. ([email protected]). 910/948-2619. Hatfield Pottery, 187 Atkinson Farm Rd., specialize in kitchenware and functional pieces Ongoing - Sculpted pottery figures - snow- Ornamentals and Finer Welding, Inc., Anita's Pottery & Dogwood Gallery, 2513 Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring functional and by Sally Lufkin Saylor. Hours: Mon.-Sat., men, clowns and angels; hand appliqués and Shelton's Pottery, 391 Cagle Rd., Seagrove. 142 West Court St., Rutherfordton. Ongo- Hwy. 705, Seagrove. Ongoing - Turning since Caldwell-Hohl Artworks, 155 Cabin Trail, Eck McCanless Pottery, 6077 Old US Hwy. whimsical art deco, as well as folk styles of 9:30am-5pm (closed Wed.). Contact: 336/873- functional pottery. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Ongoing - Featuring salt glaze and purple, ing - Featuring works by master artisan Tom 1987, Anita Morgan is best known for her Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring contempo- 220, Seagrove. Ongoing - The pottery will sell hand turned pottery by Morgan Hatfield. Hours: 8764 or e-mail at ([email protected]). Contact: 910/572-3554. red, yellow, yellow w/blue, green, blue, dark Elfers. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm and Sat., miniature pottery, but also has many functional rary stoneware, sculptures, large garden urns crystalline works made by this second-genera- Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-8458. blue, light blue, specks, sponge colors, blue w/ 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/288-3001 or at (www. and decorative items. Glazes include cobalt and contemporary fiber art. Hours: Mon.-Sat., tion Seagrove potter but, the main focus will be Maness Pottery, 10995 Hwy. 24/27, Carthage. Pottery Junction, 413 E. Main St., Seagrove. brown, brown, and beige glazes by Mitchell & ornametals1.com). blue, burgundy, hunter green, shiny black, 10am-5pm (call first). Contact: 336/879-9090 or on agateware, which is made by turning several Hickory Hill Pottery, 4539 Busbee Rd., Sea- Ongoing - Featuring functional and decora- Ongoing - Featuring srong forms drawing Sherri Shelton. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm & yellow, rose pink, earthy brown, lime green and at (www.caldwellhohl.com). different colors of clay at one time. Hours: Tue.- grove. Ongoing - Featuring traditional shapes tive pieces in all colors except red by Clyde inspiration from all cultures, history, and tradi- Sun., 9am-5pm (Oct.-Mar.). Contact: 336/963- Salisbury/Spencer purple. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Sat., 10am-5pm or by appt. and open all Mon. of the area, stoneware that is functional and Maness. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 8am-6pm & Sun., tion. Thoughtful designs and some of my own 2444 or e-mail at ([email protected]). 336/879-3040 or at (www.anitaspottery.com). Callicutt Pottery, 5137 Seagrove Plank Rd., Holidays. Contact: 336/964-4206 or at beautiful. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: 1-5pm. Contact: 910/948-4897. "whimsy" pieces as well as useful art collec- Green Goat Gallery, 516 S. Salisbury Ave., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring a good selec- (www.EckMcCanless.webs.com). 910/464-3166. tion by Regina Voncannon. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Smith Pottery, 743 South Hwy 705, Seagrove. just off I-85, across from the North Carolina Avery Pottery and Tileworks, 636 Potters tion of functional stoneware in many colors MasterWorks, 246 East Ave., Seagrove. 10am-5pm (closed Thur.). Contact: 336/873- Ongoing - Spirited - imaginative - unique “art Transportation Museum, Spencer. Ongoing Way, Seagrove. Ongoing - Finely crafted including brown, black and white, green and The English Potter, 825 Hwy. 705 S., Sea- His Hands Pottery, 7029 New Center Church Ongoing - Featuring antique, traditional, and 9266. pottery” handcrafted by the Smith family. Hours: - Housed in the historic 20th century Sands ceramic forms by Blaine Avery. Extrordinary burgundy, green and gold, black and burgundy grove. Ongoing - Featuring hand thrown por- Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring functional, contemporary pottery. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am- Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-1174 Building, the gallery features fine and folk art, vessels, unique hand-painted titles. Hours: and yellow by Gary Callicutt. Hours: Mon.-Sat., celain and stoneware pottery by Robert Saxby. decorative, folk art, and Biblical pieces by Jea- 5pm. Contact: 336/873-7779. Pottery Road Studio and Gallery, 1387 NC or at (www.smithpotterync.com). photography, exquisite handcrafted functional Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7923 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7898 or e-mail at Fine stoneware glazes range from copper red nette Lowdermilk. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm S Hwy. 705, 6 miles south of Seagrove town crafts and jewelry, and eclectic recycled and or at (www.averypotteryandtileworks.com). ([email protected]). to tenmoku. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10a-5pm & Sun., (closed Jan.-Mar.). Contact: 336/879-5866 or McCanless Pottery Downtown Seagrove, limits. Ongoing - Named after the scenic Snowhill Pottery & Tileworks, 402 East found art by local, regional, and national noon-4pm. Contact: 336/879-1352 or at (www. e-mail at ([email protected]). 213 E. Main St., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featur- byway which runs through the Seagrove pot- Main Street, Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring artists. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10:30am -5:30pm. Carolina Crockery Gallery, 326 Adams Road, english-potter.com). ing a new gallery owned by Will McCanless tery community, the gallery represents over handmade tile, stoneware sculpture, porce- Contact: 704/639-0606 or at (www.greengoat- (Just off of Hwy 705 between WhyNot and Humble Mill Pottery, 121 N Broad St., showcasing Seagrove-area potters and quilts 100 exclusive artists from NC as well as other lain jewelry, and slip-trailed pottery by Laura gallery.com). Westmoore, or take Steeds Road exit from Hwy Fat Beagle Pottery, 719 Potter’s Way Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring classical and by Dr. Scott Murkin. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10am- areas of the country. Potters, Don and Susan Weant-Johnson. Also also custom tile installa- 73/74 or Hwy 220 and head towards Seagrove, Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring wheel-turned, traditional stoneware influenced by 2 years of 5pm. Contact: 336/873-7036 or at http://www. Walton work in a studio attached to the front tions. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm or by appt. Pottery 101, 101 S. Main St., from I-85, take just down the road from Sid Lucks!) Seagrove. gas-fired, functional and contemporary stone- work in Japan by Charlotte Wooten. Hours: mccanlesspottery.com/). gallery with a window so that visitors can see Contact: 336/301-6681. exit #76 (Innes St.) toward downtown - we are Ongoing - The gallery is a multi-media gal- ware. Also features uniquely stunning, pit-fired Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7145 the day to day tasks of pottery production. A on the corner of Innes and Main, Salisbury. lery, offering handmade pottery from Morgan vases. Hours: Tue., Thur. Fri., Sat., 9:30am-5- or at (www.humblemillpottery.com). McCanless Pottery, 634 NC Hwy 705, large selection of art stamps by Rubber Stamp Stuempfle Pottery, 1224 Dover Church Rd., Ongoing - The destination for beautiful hand- Hatfield of Hatfield Pottery, Levi Mahan, and pm. Contact: 336/953-0608 or e-mail at (fatbea- Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring Zinc Silicate Tapestry is also located in the gallery. Come Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring pottery with ex- crafted pottery. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-6pm & assorted potters from the area. We also carry [email protected]). JLK Jewelry at Jugtown, 330 Jugtown Rd., crystalline glazes by Will McCanless. Also see both functional and contemporary pottery pressive shapes and natural surfaces by David Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 704/209-1632. Ben Owen III working large scale wood art pieces including cutting boards and Seagrove. Ongoing - Jennie Lorette Keatts featuring wood-fired pottery by David Stuempfle along with other fine crafts at Pottery Road. Stuempfle. Hours: during kiln openings and custom furniture from Joel Tucker of Southern Fiber and Fire Gallery, 253 E Main Street, takes clay to a different level! She hand makes and Daniel Johnston. Hours: daily 10am-5pm. Hours: Tue. - Sat., 10am-5pm, & closed major by appt. Contact: 910/464-2689 or at (www. Rail Walk Studios & Gallery, 409 – 413 N Ben Owen Pottery, 2199 S. Hwy. 705, Sea- Wood Creations. We have hand-blown glass Seagrove. Ongoing - A gallery of wearable fi- pottery cabochons and sets them in sterling Contact: 336/879-3610 or at (www.mccanless- holidays. Contact: 336-879-2600 or (info@pot- stuempflepottery.com). Lee St., in the Rail Walk Arts District, Salisbury. grove. Ongoing - Wood-fired, traditional and from Nicuzzie Glass Designs (Nick Fruin and ber art by Kathy Fernandez. “Sewing has been silver or 14K and 18K gold, copper, brass pottery.com). teryroad.com). Ongoing - Featuring works on display by Mari- contemporary works using local clay by Ben Suzanne Ririe), jewelry and fiber pieces from a part of my life since I was a child. Successful and semi-precious stones. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Studio Touya, 4911 Busbee Road, Seagrove. etta F. Smith, Sharon Forthofer, Karen Frazer, Owen III. Colors ranging from Chinese red to The Fuchsia Flamingo. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 2-5pm; sewing includes the ability to “see” how fabric 8:30am-5pm. Contact: 910/464-2653 or at McKay Pottery, 2596 Pottery Rd., Seagrove. Potts Pottery, 630 East Main St., Seagrove. Ongoing - Studio Touya is a handmade pot- Kenneth Koskela, Elizabeth H. McAdams, Julie Chinese blue. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., noon to 5pm. Contact: and design complement one another.” Hours: (www.jlkjewelry.com). Ongoing - Featuring traditional shape including Ongoing - Featuring many colors of functional tery studio located in Seagrove, where Hitomi Pontell and Keyth Kahrs. Each of the artists (closed in Jan.). Contact: 910/464-2261 or at 336/879-2426 or at (www.carolinacrockery. call for hours. Contact: 336/872-4007 or at face jugs and Aladdin teapots. Hours: Tue.- tableware, wood-fired salt-glaze and wood ash and Takuro Shibata set up studio and built a has a unique style and body of work. Visitors (www.benowenpottery.com). com). (www.fiberandfire.net). Johnston and Gentithes Art Pottery, 741 Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-4255. glazes by Jeff Potts. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5- Japanese style wood kiln. Our focus is to make will find original art in oil, acrylic, watercolor, Fork Creek Mill Road, Whynot. Ongoing - Fea- pm. Contact: 336/873-9660. simple and functional pottery by using local wild pastel, and other mediums, as well as sculp- Blue Hen Pottery, 247 West Main Street, Chad Brown Pottery, 2719 US 220 N., Fireshadow Pottery, 244 Falls Dr., Eagle turing traditional and contemporary museum- McNeills Pottery, 1208 Upper Rd., Seagrove. clay and wood firing technique. We named our ture, hand-made jewelry, pottery, and digital Seagrove. Ongoing - Narrative pots for daily Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring high fired Springs. Ongoing - Featuring one-of-a-kind quality pottery and sculpture by Fred Johnston Ongoing - Featuring hand-built one-of-a-kind Ray Pottery, 460 Cagle Rd., Seagrove. Ongo- pottery as "Touya" when we started our small photography, making Rail Walk a great place use. Wood-salt stoneware and colorful earthen- stoneware, decorative and functional with ash "primitive elegant" ceramic art. Hours: Tue.- and Carol Gentithes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am- designs in porcelain and stoneware by Judy ing - Featuring high-quality, gas-fired stonware pottery studio in Shigaraki, Japan, and it literary to purchase a wide variety of original art in all ware. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10am-5pmor by appt. and alkaline glazes, by Chad Brown. Hours: Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/673-8317 or at 5pm (call first). Contact: 336/873-9176 or at McNeill. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: by Paul and Sheila Ray. Hours: Mon.-Sat., means "pottery house" in Japanese which we price ranges. Hours: Thur.-Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: 336/653-9551 or at (wwwbluehenpot- Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 910/571-1691 (www.fireshadow.com). (www.johnstonandgentithes.com). 336 879-3002. 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-6707 or at (www. really like. Contact: (336)510-7385 or at (www. Contact: 704/431-8964 or at (www.railwalkgal- tery.com). or e-mail at ([email protected]). paulandsheilaray.com). studiotouya.com). lery.com). Frank Neef Pottery, 258 East Main Street, Jugtown Pottery, 330 Jugtown Rd., Seagrove. Michele Hastings & Jeff Brown Pottery, 505 Blue Stone Pottery, 2215 Fork Creek Mill Rd., Chris Luther Pottery, 4823 Busbee Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring decorative Ongoing - Celebrating 100 years of opera- E Main Street, Seagrove. Ongoing - Featur- Richardson Pottery, 5466 Joel Jessup Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring traditional, Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring contempo- and functional porcelain, elaborate cut out tion. Featuring handmade wood and gas-fired ing works by Michele Hastings and Jeff Brown. Seagrove. Ongoing - Functional & decorative functional stoneware pottery. Hours: Tue.-Fri., rary and functional pottery by Chris Luther, a dinnerware, vases and jars by Vernon Owens, Hours: Mon.,Tues., Thur., Fri., Sat., 10am-5pm stoneware, microwave, oven and dishwasher continued on Page 69 continued on Page 70 Page 68 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 69 Siler City 10am-4pm. Contact: 704/380-4689 or at (www. photography gallery. The gallery exhibits fine and studios open evening hours. Events are villagepotshop.com). art photography by national, international, and free and open to the public. Gallery Hops are Throughout Siler City, May 19, 6-9pm - "Siler local artists. The gallery strives to bring thought funded and sponsored by the Downtown Art NC Commercial Galleries City Art Walk," featuring exhibits at many of Sylva NC Commercial Galleries provoking, aesthetic, photo-based works of art District Association, a non profit organization, to Wilmington. All of our exhibition openings continued from Page 69 the city's exhibit spaces, along with music and continued from Page 70 and their supporting memberhship. Contact: the good food offered in town on the 3rd Fri, of Karcher Stone Carving Studio & Gallery, 260 are on the Fourth Friday Gallery Nights each 336/722-2345. Sunset Pottery, 123 Sunset Dr., Robbins. White Hill Gallery, 407 Highway (15-501), the month. Hosted by the North Carolina Arts North Beta Road, off US 74, Sylva. Ongoing 5:30pm. Contact: 828/456-3003 or at (www. studios open their doors to the public in an month as administered by The Arts Council Ongoing - Featuring all lead free pottery by Carthage. Ongoing - Featuring works of beautiful Incubator. Contact: 919/663-1335 or at (www. - Featuring a working studio and gallery with JoKelley.com). after-hours celebration of art and culture. The of Wilmington. SALT Studio is a photography Blessings, 823 Reynolda Road, Winston- studio that offers high caliber, personalized Harold B. & Gloria B. Stutts. Have traditional pottery, including Southwest, ceramic, hand- ncartsincubator.org). stone carvings by Collene Karcher, executed art walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibi- Salem. Ongoing - Featuring works by Marsha photographic services with a unique edge to Thrift, Christine McCormick and Sharon pottery, piggy banks, lamps, vases, and special painted glassware, wood turining, and paintings in marble, alabaster, and limestone with steel Studio Thirty-Three, 33 Pigeon St., Waynes- tions of various artistic genres including oils, Wilmington. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-6pm and Grubbs. Their work encompasses original order pieces. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. in watercolor, oil and pencil. Hours: Tue.-Fri., Against His Will Gallery and Studio, 117 E. and aluminum introduced at times. Hours: by ville. Ongoing - A unique jewelry studio and acrylics, watercolors, pastels, metals, ceramics, Sat., noon-5pm. Call prior to coming to make landscapes, figurative works and still life in a Contact: 910/948-3009 or e-mail at (gstutts@ 10am-6pm; Sat., 10am-5pm; & Sun., 1-5pm. Second St., Siler City. Ongoing - Featuring appt only. Contact: 828/586-4813 or at (www. gallery, featuring the works of national award mixed media and more. Maps are available at sure we are open and not on location shooting contemporary style of realism. Also offering maniscustombuilders.com). Contact: 910/947-6100. handknitted rugs, quality yarn, stunning alpaca collenekarcher.com). winning regional jewelers and full service studio all participating locations as well as the Visitors a job. Contact: 910/367-5720 or at (http://Salt- an exhibit of 19th Century Chinese Ancestor fiber in a variety of colors, handmade knitting offering fine handcrafted jewelry, custom design and Convention Center. For more info visit StudioNC.com). Portraits. The show is enhanced by a display Teague's Frogtown Pottery, 179 Frogtown needles, Fricke spinning wheels as well as very Valdese and restoration. Specializing in custom wedding (www.wilmingtonfourthfridays.com). of Chinese silk opera gowns. Hours: Fri.&Sat., Rd., Eagle Springs. Ongoing - Featuring tradi- cool mobiles, hand poured environment-friendly bands and one-of-a-kind designs as well as Sheffield Art Studio and Gallery, 802-A N. 11am-5pm and Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 336/922- tional, hand-thrown pottery that is all lead-free candles, and more! Hours: Wed.-Fri., 1-5pm & Play It Again Records Building, 150 West rare and exotic gemstones. Hours: Tue.-Sat, Acme Art Studios, 711 N. 5th Ave., downtown 4th Street, Brooklyn Arts District, Wilmington. 6909. by Jean Teague. We specialize in dinnerware, Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 919/742-1122 or at Main Street, Valdese. Window Gallery, May 10am-6pm or by appt. Contact: 828/456-3443. Wilmington. Ongoing - Featuring works by Al- Ongoing - Featuring original oil and watercolor cookware, lamps, vases, and Christmas orna- (www.AgainstHisWillStudio.com). 9 - June 5 - Featuring works in glass and lan Nance, Angela Rowe, Angie Sinclair, Anna paintings by Sarah Sheffield. Exhibits changing Delurk Gallery, 207 W 6th Street, Winston-Sa- ments. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Contact: porcelain by Martha S. Hartman. Hours: 24/7. T. Pennington Art Gallery, 15 N. Main Street, Kennedy, Chaz Manacsa, Dick Roberts, Dumay monthly. We stock my full line of mini gift bou- lem. Ongoing - An artist run gallery, dedicated 910/948-3540. Chatham Camera Club Gallery, 229 N. Contact: David Mench by e-mail at (Waggle- Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring pencil draw- Gorham, Fritzi Huber, Gary Breece, Grey Pas- tique paintings as well. The shop will soon carry to the exposure and sale of current artists’ Chatham Ave., Siler City, NC. Ongoing - Fea- [email protected]). ings of local scenery, and landmarks by Teresa cal, Karen Crouch, Kristen Crouch, Marshall prints and note cards in 2017. Hours: Fourth work. Hours: Wed.-Sat., noon-8pm; Sun., noon- The Gingerbread House Pottery, 246 Old turing works by a diverse group of amateur and Pennington, including originals, prints and gift Milton, MJ Cunningham,Nicolle Nicolle, Pam Friday for the Wilmington Art Walk from 6-9pm 6pm; & till 10pm on 1st Fri. Contact: 336/486- Plank Rd., Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring professional photographers networked together Wadesboro items. Also framing is available. Hours: Mon.- Toll.Mark Weber, Arrow Ross, and Mike John- or by appt. Contact: 919/815-2097 or e-mail at 3444 or at (www.delurkgallery.com). decorative and functional cone 6 electric fired around the idea of sharing our knowledge and sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: 828/452.9284 or at son. Hours: are by appt. only. Contact: Dick ([email protected]). pieces by Suzanne Bettis. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Work from Whynot Pottery experience with each other, while enjoying Olde Mill Gallery & Studios, Lockhart-Taylor (www.tpennington.com). Roberts at 910/232-0027, e-mail (dickdow64@ Earthbound Arts, 610 N. Trade St., Winston- 10am-5pm (closed Jan. & Feb.). Contact: our interest in photography. Hours: by chance Center, 514 N. Washington St., Wadesboro. gmail.com) or Angela Rowe at ([email protected]. 621N4Th Gallery, 621 North 4Th Street, Salem. Ongoing - Featuring an unique gallery Wilmington. Ongoing - The gallery is an artist- 336/873-7762 or e-mail at (suzanbett9@yahoo. and the 3rd Fri. from 6-9pm. Contact: (www. Ongoing - At the gallery visitors will see art- Textures, 142 N. Main St., Waynesville. Ongo- com) or at (www.acme-art-studios.com). showcasing the nature-related works of Gordon run gallery, studio and office space located in Jones and Lucy Duncan. Original designs com). chathamcameraclub.org). work by regional artists which includes: original ing - Featuring hand-crafter furniture by John the heart of downtown Wilmington’s Brooklyn in clay, copper, and stained glass as well as paintings in oil, acrylic & watercolor, that range Gernandt, textile art by Suzanne Gernandt, Art In Bloom, 210 Princess Street, Wilm- neighborhood. The gallery location provides es- handcrafted herbal soaps, sterling and copper Thomas Pottery, 1295 S. Hwy. 705, Seagrove. Hotel Hadley Studios, 130 N. Chatham Ave., from landscapes to abstracts; photography; and other items of home decore. Hours: Mon.- ington. Through May 27 - "Sibs: New Art by tablished and emerging artists the opportunity jewelry, block print cards, masks, wind chimes, Ongoing -- Featuring functional and decora- Siler City. Ongoing - Featuring works by Kristy works in copper and copper repousse; ceramic Sat., 10am-6pm & most Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Michael Van Hout & Brooks Koff". Ongoing to exhibit and sell their work in a professional garden art, clay beads, herbal teas, natural tive stoneware pottery by Scott and Bobbie Church, Sarah Kuhn and Drucilla Pettibone. creations, custom sculptured and functional; 828/452-0058 or at (www.texturesonmain.com). - The gallery focuses upon international and manner Hours: Mon.-Thur., 1-5pm & 4th Friday, incense, beeswax candles and much more. Thomas. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: We consist of 6 studios and an exhibition art glass jewelry, jewelry made from beads national artists including many artists from 6-9pm or by appt. Contact: 910/763-2012 or at Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-6pm. Contact: 336/773- 336/879-4145 or at (www.thomaspottery.com). space. We will have monthly rotating shows in of Swarvoski crystal; hand-stitched quilts of The Jeweler’s Workbench, 80 N. Main St., the Bloom family and local favorites such as (http://621n4th.com/index.php). 1043 or e-mail at ([email protected]). the gallery space. Hours: 3rd Fri. 6-9pm and by exquisite designs; hand painted goblets, pitch- Waynesville. Ongoing - Specializing in fine Elizabeth Darrow (paintings) and Matthew Tom Gray Pottery, 1480 Fork Creek Mill Rd., chance and appt. Contact: 919/663-0241 or at ers and vases; wood sculptures and turnings, hand-crafted jewelry, custom design and repair, Leavell (sculpture). Guests artists are featured Spectrum Art & Jewelry, @ The Fourm, Fiber Company, 600 N. Trade Street, Winston Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring wheel thrown (www.hotelhadleystudios.com). and more. Hours: Mon.-Thur., 10am-5pm; Fri., limited edition watches and jewelry boxes. every 3-4 months. Visitors will find a mixture 1125-H Military Cutoff Rd., Wilmington. Ongo- Salem. Ongoing - Fiber Company is a working and hand built utilitarian wares fired in a gas- Some more works from Whynot Pottery 10am-3pm or by appt. Contact: 704/272-5464 Featuring award-winning artists of the Great of traditional and contemporary paintings, draw- ing - Featuring works by over 100 regionally studio and partnership of five women creating fired car kiln to cone 10 utilizing local clay in Lakewood Pottery, 11330 Hwy. 64 W., Siler or at (www.oldemillgallery.org). Smoky Mountains and from across the country. ings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and nationally renowned artists in a variety of wearable art, home accessories and textile art slip decoration and glazes by Tom Gray. Glazes City. Ongoing - Featuring crystalline, high-fired Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm. Contact: fabric, and objects found during the renovation media. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Contact: located in the heart of the Downtown Art District. are primarily mattes. Shapes of serving pieces porcelain and gold lusters by Ed Weinthraub. Waxhaw 828/456-2260. of the building: horse shoes, bottles, papers, 910/256-2323 or at (www.spectrumartgallery. With over 60 consignment artists, most local and dinner ware include square and oval as Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-4pm & Sun., noon-4- wagon parts, utensils, glass, and ceramics (c. com). artists, Fiber Company offers a wide range of well as round. Hours: Mn.-Sat., 10am-5pm. pm. Contact: 919/663-3743. Stewart’s Village Gallery, 116 McDonald St., Twigs & Leaves, 98 N. Main Street, Waynes- 1910-1920). Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm or by gift items. Hours: Tue., 11am-3pm; Wed.-Fri., Contact: 336/873-8270 or at (www.n2clay.com). Waxhaw. Ongoing - Featuring pottery by Bill ville. Ongoing - Featuring the nature-related appt. Contact: 484/885-3037. The ArtWorks, 200 Willard Street, Wilmington. 11am-5pm; Sat., 11am-3pm & by appt. Contact: Person to Person Art Studio/Gallery, 210 N Stewart, as well as works by over 300 other porcelain works with leaves by Kaaren Stoner, May 26 - 28 - "2017 Silver Arts Exhibition and 336/725-5277 or e-mail at (fibercompany@gmail. Sale," featuring a variety of pottery, sculpture, Triple C Pottery, 3267 Big Oak Church Rd., Chatham Ave., Siler City. Ongoing - Featuring artists including both decorative and functional as well as other works by regional artists and Bottega Art & Wine Gallery, 208 N. Front St., com). jewelry, woodwork and much more. Hours: Fri. Eagle Springs. Ongoing - Featuring hand- unique art for interesting people, all created handmade pieces. The gallery is filled with craftsmen. Hours: Mon.-Sat, 10am-5:30pm. Wilmington. Ongoing - Featuring works by & Sat., 10am-4pm and Sun., noon-4pm. Ongo- Island Arts On Trade, 521 N. Liberty St., Ste. thrown functional and decorative pieces, with by artist Roger Person. Hours: by appt and on pottery, jewelry, wrought iron, garden accents, Contact: 828/456-1940 or at (www.twig- regional and international artists in a variety of ing - The ArtWorks is an art village providing 100, in the Artists On Liberty Building, across a variety of lead-free glazes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., the 3rd Fri., 6-9pm. Contact: 919/663-0982 or decorative whimsy and so much more. Hours: sandleaves.com). media. Hours: Tue.-Wed., 1-10pm and Thur- art studios, gallery space, and an event venue; from the DADA Community Center, Winston- 9am-5pm. Contact: 910/948-3635 or at (www. e-mail at ([email protected]). Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 1-5pm. Contact: Sat., 1pm-midnight. Contact: 910/763-3737 or fostering a creative environment for artists, Salem. Ongoing - Featuring visual and func- triplecpottery.com). These are from Whynot Pottery too 704/843-5638 or at (www.stewartsvillagegal- Weaverville at (www.bottegagallery.com). educational opportunities, and enhancement tional artwork by gallery artist, Gary Campbell. Raleigh Street Gallery, 120 W. Raleigh St., lery.com). of the Wilmington community, through art. Our Also, featuring other multicultural artists and Turn and Burn Pottery, 124 East Ave., Siler City. Ongoing - Featuring a consortium of Mangum Gallery, 16 North Main Street, Weav- Checker Cab Gallery, 130 N. Front Street, Mission is to enhance the community, assist the mixed media artwork throughout the year. Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring traditional many artists from the area painters, sculptors, Waynesville erville. Ongoing - Featuring functional and Suite 102, Wilmington. Ongoing - The gallery artist, contribute to the revitalization of down- Hours: Fri.-Sat., 1-5pm or by appt. Contact: Seagrove salt-glazed and wood-fired stone- metal workers, jewelsmiths, basket weavers, decorative pottery dinnerware. Hours: Mon.- is a full-service gallery featuring abstract and town Wilmington, to preserve Wilmington’s 336/722-0510. ware. Contemporary Raku and horsehair by soap makers, slate artist, wood workers, - Main Street and Depot Street, Waynesville. Fri., 9am-5pm and Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: representational artwork serving collectors of commercial landmarks, and to increase the David and Deborah Garner. Hours: Mon.-Sat., whose works are all on display in a spacious May 5, 5-9pm - "First Friday Art After Dark." 828/645-4929 or (www.mangumpottery.com). all levels. It is downtown Wilmington’s most livelihood of local artists and provide a place Patina, 217 W. 6th St., Winston-Salem.Ongo- 9am-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7381 or at (www. and welcoming atmosphere. Hours: Wed.-Fri., The Waynesville Gallery Association is excited dynamic gallery featuring original artwork by to create and display all types of art. Holiday ing - Featuring a unique shop with art by local turnandburnpottery.com). 10am-6pm, by chance or appt. and on 3rd Fri., to present Art After Dark, on the first Friday of Miya Gallery, 31 N. Main St., Weaverville. regional emerging and established artists, of- hours: Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat, 10am-3pm and 4th potters, craftspeople, and painters. Patina also 6-9pm. Contact: 919/663-6278 or at (www. every month. Enjoy a stroll through working Ongoing - The gallery is a new and refresh- fering the public the opportunity to get to know Fri. 6-9pm. Contact: 910/352-7077 or at (jim. carries unique clothing, gifts, home accessories Uwharrie Crystalline Pottery, 112 East Ave., raleighstreetgallery.com). studios and galleries on Main Street and Depot ing addition to the WNC art scene. We exhibit and understand the artists directly. Hours: Tue.- [email protected]). and gift baskets. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-6pm. Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring crystalline pot- Street. Members include the Haywood County work of over 50 artists: fine jewelry, clay, wood, Thur., noon-7pm; Fri.-Sat., noon-9pm; & Sun., Contact: 336/725-6395 or e-mail at (patinas- tery (the art of growing crystals on vases), raku, Sparta Arts Council’s Gallery 86, Earthworks, The glass, metal, fiber, photogrphy and two dimen- noon-7pm. Contact: 919/270-1711 or at (www. The Golden Gallery, @ The Cotton Exchange, [email protected]). and functional stoneware by William & Pamela Jeweler’s Workbench, Burr Studios, Twigs and sional art. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-6pm; Sat., checkercabproductions.com). 307 N. frint St., Wilmington. Ongoing - Featur- Kennedy. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., Blue Ridge Gallery of Fine Art, 103 Gal- Leaves Gallery, TPennington Art Gallery, Grace 10am-5pm & Sun., noon-4pm. Contact: 828- ing works by John W. Golden and Mary Ellen The Other Half, 560 North Trade St., Winston Golden. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm & Salem. Ongoing - Featuring works by Mary noon-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7532 or e-mail at lery Lane, 15 minutes from downtown Sparta. Cathey Sculpture Garden and Gallery, Cedar 658-9655 or at (www.miyagallery.com). ERA 20th Century Furniture and Art Gallery, Sun., 1-4pm. Contact: 910/762-4651 or at Ann Zotto, Chris Teague, Nic Bernard, Dodie ([email protected]). Ongoing - Featuring a variety of artworks by Hill Studios, The Mahogany House, Art on 523 South 3rd St., Wilmington. Ongoing - (www.thegoldengallery.com). Campbell, Jack Dent, Celeste Chapman-Dent, Depot, and the Village Framer. We are growing! local and regional artists. Hours: Thur.-Sat., West Jefferson/Jefferson Inviting emerging artists of all sorts, to fill the Ron Propst, Jason Probstein, Kathy Townsend Vernon Pottery, 1066 Chriscoe Rd., Seagrove. 11am-6pm & Sun., 1-6pm, when open - call Historic Frog Level, home to the Mahogany quiet space with cutting edge art that not only Three Hounds Gallery, 29 S. Front St., Wilm- and Mike Cowan. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm Ongoing - Featuring a wide line of wares, ahead. Contact: 336/372-1711 (http://www. House and Art on Depot is a short walk from Acorn Gallery, 103 Long St., West Jefferson. is pleasant to view, but also thought-provoking. ington. Ongoing - Featuring works by Wayne or by appt. Contact: 336/407-5494 or e-mail at from 10 oz. coffee mugs to 12 gal. planters. blueridgefineart.com). Main St., where many artists have working Ongoing - Featuring original works by award Unique modern furnishings from the mid-20- McDowell, Jeff Chase, Dick Roberts, Shawn ([email protected]). OMG - Whynot Pottery -who else Their surface treatments include slip-trailing, studios. With over 12 galleries participating, winning and nationally exhibited artist Raney th century complement the contemporary Best, Kristin Gibson, Fritzi Huber, Joanne Gei- carving, multiple glazes, and overglaze brush- Cater Pots Studio, 209 Antioch Church Road, everyone is sure to find inspiration through Rogers, including wildlife and landscape paint- art. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 11am-5pm or by appt. sel, Christa Sylvester, Brian Evans, Mark Gor- Village Smith Galleries/VSG Fine Arts, 119 work. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5pm. Contact: Whynot Pottery, 1013 Fork Creek Mill Rd., 4 miles from the town of Sparta. Ongoing - the beauty of art! Contact: 828-456-3517 or at ings and prints. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 11am-5pm & Contact: 910/612-0542. don, Rex Miller, and jewelry by Emily Parker. Reynolda Village, near Reynolda House Mu- 336/879-2788. Seagrove. Ongoing - Featuring interesting Husband-&-Wife team, Daniel & Robin Cater (www.waynesvillegalleryassociation.com). Sat., 11am-2pm. Contact: 336/246-3388 or at Hours: Tue.-Thur., 11:30am-5:30pm; Fri. and seum of Art, Winston-Salem. Ongoing - Ameri- shapes and intriguing glazes. Custom sizes on create beautiful stoneware pottery in their Blue (www.acorngallery.com). New Location Sat., 11:30am-7:30pm & Sun., noon-3pm. can and European watercolors, oils, antique Village Pottery and Marketplace, 205 E. lamps, vases and bottles by Mark and Meredith Ridge mountain studio. Cater Pots are fired Blue Owl Studio & Gallery, 11 N. Main Street, New Elements Gallery, 271 North Front Contact: 910/815-3330 or at (www.threehound- engravings and contemporary works by Gorg, Main St., Seagrove. Ongoing - Downtown Heywood. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm. Con- to cone 6 oxidation, so all functional pottery is Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring art and Ashe Custom Framing & Gallery, 105 S. Street, Wilmington. Ongoing - Featuring works sgallery.com). McKnight, Boulanger, Alvar, Nicole Monteran, Seagrove’s oldest and largest gallery, featuring tact: 336/873-9276 or at food, dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe. pottery by local and regional artists, plus our Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson. Ongoing - Fea- by regional and nationally recognized artists. Stephen White and other gallery artists. Na- fine pottery and crafts by over 100 artisans. (www.whynotpottery.com). Cater Pots mixes their own glazes and applies own unique and exclusive collection of vintage turing a varied selection of originals and prints We offer a wide variety of contemporary fine art ALTERNATE ART SPACES - Wilmington tional and regional crafts are represented in the Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm & Sun., noon-5pm. them to the bisqueware in attractive combi- handcolored art advertising, quotes and moun- by local and regional artists. Also, a wide array and craft, including paintings, sculpture, ceram- Caprice Bistro, 10 Market Street, Wilmington. fields of ceramic and glass. Hours: Mon.-Sat., Contact: 336/873-7966 or at (www.seagrovevil- Williams Pottery, 2170 Dan Road, Robbins. nations by various means including dipping, tain scenes. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm & of pottery and handcrafted wooden vases. ics, glass, fiber, jewelry and wood. Hours: Tue- Caprice Bistro Gallery, Through May 31 - 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/723-3653. lagepottery.com). Ongoing - Functional pottery in multi-colored brushing and spraying. Hours: Mostly Wed.- (in season) Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 828/456- Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm & Sat., 10am-2pm. Sat., 11am-6pm or by appt. Contact: 910/343- "Bee Hope and Sea Change," featuring works as well as decorative glazes, Hours: Tue.-Sat., Sat., 10am-4pm - call ahead. Contact: 336/372- 9596 or at (www.blueowlnc.com). Contact: 336/246-2218. 8997 or at (www.newelementsgallery.com). by Darren Mulvenna, a well-known Wilmington Winterfire Craft Gallery, 145 Stratford Road, Walton's Pottery, 1387 S. NC Hwy. 705, 10am-5pm. 4604 or at (http://www.caterpots.com). artist and the curator of the Gallery (where he Winston-Salem. Ongoing - Featuring pottery by also tends bar). The exhibit will also feature Hank Goodman as well as hand-crafted jew- Seagrove. Ongoing - Innovative, contempory Burr Studio & Gallery, 136 N. Main Street, Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts, at The Cotton Broomfields Gallery, 414 E. 2nd St, (across a smaller number of works by Lauren Las- elry, metal sculpture, hand-thrown pottery, art pottery by Don and Susan Walton located Windsong Pottery, 6109 Brantley Gordon Mangum Pottery of Turkey knob, 280 Turkey Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring lyrical from the post office), West Jefferson. Ongoing Exchange, 307 North Front Street, Wilmington. siter and Aundi Wilson, as well as jewelry by glass, and calligraphy prints. Hours: Mon.-Fri., inside Pottery Road Gallery. Hours: Tue.-Sat., Rd., Denton. Ongoing - Featuring handmade Hollow Lane, Sparta. Ongoing - Featuring sculpture by Dane Burr, functional pottery by - Featuring an exhibition of works by NC and Ongoing - Celebrating ten years in business, Andre Hammond. Hours: daily from 5pm until 10am-6pm; Sat., 10am-5pm & Sun., 11am-5- 10am-5pm. Contact: 336/879-2600 or at (www. functional stoneware in glazes of floating blue pottery and ceramic art by Robin Mangum in a MaryEtta Burr, and works by other artisans in SC artists in various mediums in a setting of Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts, in the historic midnight. Contact: call 910/815-0810. pm. Contact: 336/748-0145. potteryroad.com). and rainbow by Margie Nance, Matthew Nance, wide variety of function and form. Hours: hours various media. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm. quality antiques. Hours: Tue.-Sat., 11am-5pm. Cotton Exchange in downtown Wilmington, is the Lydia Nance and other family members. Hours: vary so call ahead. Contact: 336/372-5291 or Contact: 828/456-7400. Contact: 336/846-4141 or at (www.broomfield- first gallery in Wilmington dedicated exclusively Winston-Salem Area Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm. Contact: 336/857-2485 or (http://www.mangumpottery.com). sgallery.com). to local, handmade, one-of-a-kind, three-dimen- e-mail at ([email protected]). Earthworks Gallery, 21 N. Main Street, sional art and craft by jury-selected coastal North Downtown Arts District, Sixth and Trade Statesville Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring art in all Prack Studio / Sculpture Garden, 431 Sunny- Carolina artisans. We present decorative and streets, Winston-Salem. May 5, 7-10pm - Wyndham & Brooke Haven Pottery Gallery, mediums celebrating native peoples and our side Park Road, Jefferson. Ongoing - Featur- functional works in clay, fiber/textiles, gourds, "DADA First Friday Gallery Hop," with special 209 East Main St., Seagrove. Ongoing - Fea- Village Pot Shop Fine Arts and Crafts Gal- earth. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm & Sun., ing sculptures by Mary-Ann Prack. Hours: open baskets, jewelry, mixed media, glass and wood artist demonstrations, art exhibits, and shops turing fine functional high-fired stoneware with lery, 248 N. Center St., 2 Blocks North of the noon-1pm. Contact: 828/452-9500 or at (www. by appt only. Contact: 828/406-7046 or at in a beautiful setting in this early 20th century his- rich contemporary glazes by Wyndham and Center of town on the right, Statesville. Ongo- earthworkssgallery.com). (www.prackart.com). toric building. Handmade objects, whether held, Melanie Dennison. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm ing - Our mission is to provide a showcase for worn, or displayed, enrich our lives by connecting & Sun., noon-5pm. Contact: 336/873-7254 or at local and regional artists and artisans, providing Grace Cathey Gallery & Sculpture Garden, Stephen Shoemaker Studio, 113 S. Jeffer- us with our humanity, creativity, and our history. Carolina Arts is now on (www.brookehavenpottery.com). high-quality decorative and functional arts and 136 Depot Street, inside and behind Walker son Ave., West Jefferson. Ongoing - Featur- It is evident when you enter Port City Pottery & crafts to patrons with an eye for the finer things. Service Station, Waynesville. Ongoing - Fea- ing original works by watercolorist Stephen Fine Crafts that all of the Gallery members are Shelby Our arts and crafts galleries feature handmade turing works in metal by Grace Cathey includ- Shoemaker. Specializing in historic landscapes pursuing not only art but their passion. Hours: Twitter! Work from Westmore Pottery jewelry, blown glass, woodwork, regional ing mirrors, lanps, and garden art. Demonstra- and paintings of places and events in/of Ashe Mon-Sat., 10am-5:30pm & Sun. noon-4pm. Buffalo Creek Gallery, 104 E. Warren Street, pottery, metalwork, mosaics, hand-woven tions on some weekends. Hours: Mon.-Thur., County and the area. The “Virginia Creeper” Contact: 910/763-7111 or at (www.portcitypottery. Westmoore Pottery, 4622 Busbee Rd., Shelby. Ongoing - The gallery features paint- fibers, paintings and more. So, whether you 7am-6pm & Fri.-Sat., 11am-4pm. Contact: train series is particularly popular. Hours: com). Sign up to follow Seagrove. Ongoing - Historical redware, salt- ings, drawings, note cards, polymer clay art, are interested in: vases, bowls, paper weights, 828/456-8843 or at (www.gracecathey.com). Mon-Fri., 10am-5pm or by chance. Contact: glazed stoneware, and green-glazed pottery, pottery, woodturnings, woodcarvings, jewelry, fanciful ornaments, stained glass, sun-catchers, 336/246-3401. SALT Studio & The Gallery at SALT Studio, especially styles from central NC before 1850 stained glass, pressed flowers, quilting, weav- decorative boxes, exquisite bowls turned from Ridge Runner Naturals, 33 N. Main Street, 805 N. 4th Street, inside the historic Modern Tom’s Tweets, click below! by David and Mary Farrell. Hours: Mon.-Sat., ing and much more! Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10am-5- found pieces of wood, each one of a kind, wa- Waynesville. Ongoing - Featuring watercolor Wilmington Baking Building in the heart of the Brooklyn Arts 9am-5pm (closed Dec. 24- Jan. 17). Contact: :30pm and Sat., 10am-4pm. Contact: 704/487- tercolors, baskets, ceramics, fine photography, scenes of the mountains, quiet meadows and District - enter through glass door under the 910/464-3700 or at (www.westmoorepottery. 0256 ot at (www.buffalocreekgallery.com). prints, collages or oil paintings. We also offer whispering forest of Western North Carolina by Downtown Wilmington. May 26, 6-9pm - building overhang, the gallery is at the end of twitter.com/carolinaarts com). classes and workshops by local and regional Jo Ridge Kelley. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10:30am- "Fourth Friday Gallery Nights," featuring a free the hallway Wilmington. Ongoing - The Gallery artists. Hours: Tue.-Fri., 10:30am-5pm & Sat., monthly event where downtown galleries and at SALT Studio is Wilmington NC’s only fine art continued on Page 71 Page 70 - Carolina Arts, May 2017 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carolina Arts, May 2017 - Page 71