Forging Futures exhibition opens Thursday

News from the Center for Crafts, Creativity and Design 

Current Exhibit:

Tie Up, Draw Down

On view: June 2 - September 2, 2017

 

Tie Up, Draw Down explores weaving as a source for experimentation across media, genres, concept, and scale. Of the fifteen contemporary artists included in this exhibition, many hybridize weaving technologies, weave "the wrong way," or adapt and innovate weaving processes to encompass new media. Others do not weave at all, but find a rich avenue of inquiry within aspects or stages of weaving's complex field.

Artists include: Polly Apfelbaum, Joell Baxter, Jen Bervin, Francesca Capone, Liz Collins, Marianne Fairbanks, Del Harrow, Sheila Hicks, LoVid, John Paul Morabito, Danielle Mysliwiec, Meghan Price, Molly Smith, Laurel Sparks, and Margo Wolowiec.

 

 

 

Forging Futures

On view at Blue Spiral 1 (38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801)

June 29 - August 25, 2017

Forging Futures surveys 24 emerging and established artists shaping the future of studio craft in this region. Their work represents the range of forms, techniques and materials employed to create handmade works of art, including functional and sculptural works in wood, metal, clay, glass, and fiber. 

Forging Futures was curated and organized by Blue Spiral 1 and The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Pursuing Excellence, the first survey documenting the rise and prominence of studio craft in the region. 

Artists include: Dean Allison, Alex Bernstein, Brian Boggs, Elizabeth Brim, Lisa Clague, Josh Copus, Heather Mae Erickson, Dustin Farnsworth, Jessica Green, Hoss Haley, Andrew Hayes, Eric Knoche, Stoney Lamar, Rachel Meginnes, Jaydan Moore, Zack Noble, Mark Peiser, George Peterson, Amy Putansu, Michael Sherrill, Tom Shields, Pablo Soto, Kathy Triplett, Hayden Wilson

10% of artwork sales will be donated to CCCD

 

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Spectacular Failure Panel Discussion

Thursday, June 29, 4 - 5 pm

Fine Arts Theatre
36 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

Free and open to the public

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Three successful, highly regarded artists tell us about their biggest failures and how they use these setbacks as a tool to continue their work. Lisa Clague, Andrew Hayes, and Jaydan Moore provide information and inspiration for creative types everywhere. Exhibition opening reception to follow from 5-8 pm at Blue Spiral 1, 38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC.

 

 

 

 

Why Craft, Why WNC? Lecture with Anna Fariello

Thursday, July 20, 6:30 pm

Blue Spiral 1
38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

Free and open to the public

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Anna Fariello, Research Associate Professor at Hunter Library at Western North Carolina University and Craft Revival Project Director, will reveal why craft has thrived in our region.

Teaching Craft Panel Discussion

Thursday, August 17, 6:30 pm

Blue Spiral 1
38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

Free and open to the public

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A panel of artists including Elizabeth Brim, Heather Mae Erickson, and 

Michael Sherrill will discuss the various methods of teaching a craft - from the classroom to the craft school to apprenticeships and DIY - and the pros and cons of each approach.

 

The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design 

 is located at 67 Broadway St., Asheville, NC 

 

 

Asheville's Biltmore Village Art and Crafts Fair

2015 Village Art & Craft Fair Poster

August 1 - 2, 2015    Annual Village Art and Craft Fair     Held on the grounds of All Souls Cathedral in Biltmore Village this year's Fair, the 42nd,  will include 120 juried exhibitors, making it one of the highest quality outdoor shows of the year.  

View and shop for all types of fine art and crafts including ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry and more. Hours are Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM. Hosted by New Morning Gallery and Bellagio. 

Fair posters and T-shirts are available for purchase.

Find more Asheville NC crafts, art galleries and shops on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide. 

 

The Big Crafty Returns to the Asheville Art Museum

July 12, 2015    The Big Crafty   returns to the Asheville Art Museum in downtown Asheville NC. The event celebrates and showcases the fine wares of over 100 independent indie crafters, artists and makers. The complete line up of participating artists is now available online. This is a free, family-friendly event. 

 

Current Exhibits at The Asheville Art Museum

The Asheville Art Museum is located at 2 South Pack Square in downtown Asheville NC.

NORTH WING:

Minna Citron: The Uncharted Course from Realism to Abstraction
June 6  -  September 14, 2014A retrospective exhibition that features work by award-winning American painter and printmaker Minna Citron (1896–1991).

Selections from the Permanent Collection: 140 Years of American Art
September 14 - OngoingIn this exhibition, Museum Curatorial staff examine the Collection from a chronological point of view while highlighting works of great interest.

Take 10: Collectors' Circle 10th Anniversary
March 15 – Sunday, August 31This exhibition celebrates the generosity of the Asheville Art Museum’s Collectors’ Circle, a membership group that encourages the exchange of ideas and interests, art learning, connoisseurship and collecting.



EAST WING:

Prime Time: Second Annual New Media Juried Exhibition
April 26 - August 31, 2014
A gallery dedicated to artists who are working in New Media, including stop action and hand-drawn animation, narrative film, Glitch Art, sound, video and light installations, and other live programs connected via the Internet.

Farm to Table: American Silver 
May 31 – October 5, 2014
An exhibit highlighting different but inter-connected uses of American silver – agricultural awards and table service – as they progressed over the last 150 years.

Ooh La La Holiday Bazaar this Saturday in Asheville

October 26   Ooh La La Holiday Bazaar   The Summer's Curiosity Markets are continuing with into fall with a great selection of local art and crafts for holiday gift-giving and celebration. Held in downtown Asheville's Pritchard Park from 10 AM to 4 PM.

The Holiday Bazaar will feature works by local painters, fabric artists, jewelry makers, potters , up-cycled crafters, and other curious delights, all beneath the colored canopies of large market umbrellas. The market will also feature live local music with three musical acts performing each Saturday and will include everything from a solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.

The Big Crafty Today at The Asheville Art Museum

July 7   The Big Crafty returns to the Asheville Art Museum. The event celebrates and showcases the fine wares of over 100 independent indie crafters, artists and makers. The complete line up of participating artists is now available online. This is a free, family-friendly event.

In addition to the Craft Event, be sure to browse the Museum's many current exhibits. Stop by the Family Art pARTy from 1 PM to 4 PM offering Hands-on art activities for all ages.

Asheville Art in the Park this Weekend

June 29   Art in the Park   Artisans working in Glass, Ceramics, Wood, Jewelry, and metal show and sell in a public market setting in the center of Asheville in Pack Square Park. The event takes place on three consecutive Saturdays each June and October. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event and the best part is- they are local.

10% of the proceeds from the event will be donated to a local art non-profit organization.