Glass Blowing Demonstration at The Grove Arcade

November 22 - 23 from 11 AM - 4 PM at Mountain Made Art Gallery in The Grove Arcade, 1 Page Avenue in downtown Asheville NC   Glassblowing Demonstration with Jason Probstein.  Glass is considered one of the most common yet mystifying substances used in both the ancient and modern art worlds. It remains one of mankind’s most fragile, delicate and yet most durable art mediums.

If you have ever wondered just how professional glass artists create all their art forms then you must see the Live Artist Demonstration by Jason Prostein at the Mountain Made Gallery inside the Historic Grove Arcade.

9th Annual Miniature Show in Asheville

February 7 - 25  American Folk Art hosts the annual Miniature Show.  When American Folk Art premiered it first Miniatures Show in 2004, it was so universally embraced by artists and the public alike, it was decided then and there to become an annual event. The Opening of the event always falls just before Valentine's Day, in the heart of winter when a little spot of pleasure is so welcome. American Folk has restricted the size of paintings to 8 x 10" and encouraged artists to go much smaller.

The Opening Reception is Friday, February 8 from  5 - 7 PM.   From wild to subdued, the concentration and dedication needed to create a powerful image in a small format is explored throughout this year's Miniature Show.

The show includes tiny pottery face jugs by Wayne Hewell, a sixth generation potter from Georgia. Stacey Lambert, a North Carolina potter has made thimble sized containers.  Spencer Herr, known for painting haunting philosophical imagery on large wooden canvases has created small, intimate renderings on paper.  Cornbread has contributed a few of his delightful paintings which always focus on the regions critters. Western North Carolina favorite, Liz Sullivan, has contributed signature paintings depicting contemplative moments. Lucy Hunnicutt, Michael Banks and Karl Mullen have also contributed works.

Gallery owner Betsey-Rose Weiss says: 'There is always a surprising element to this particular show. The annual nature of this show allows for fresh creative expression and is a vital vehicle to exhibit and gauge reaction'. Photos: “Lean On Me” by Karl Mullen Assortment of illustrated teeny tiny pots by Stacy Lambert

American Folk is located at 64 Biltmore Avennue in downtown Asheville NC.

Asheville Downtown Art Walk

October 5    Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk    Enjoy the fine art and craft of the Asheville Downtown Gallery Association and see on of the reasons Asheville has been voted #1 small city in the country by the readers of American Style Magazine 2 years running.

25 downtown venues participate with a complete Downtown Gallery Guide and a map available at any participating downtown gallery, the Chamber of Commerce, or Pack Place.

Featured Gallery: Kress Emporium in downtown Asheville

Kress Emporium showcases the work of over 80 regional artists and crafts people along with a wide selection of fine antiques and collectibles. Not a museum or a gallery, The Emporium is a retail establishment where objects of beauty are sold for your enjoyment. The Kress Emporium is located at  19 Patton Avenue in Asheville NC.