Random Arts: The Hub of Creativity in Saluda NC

Spring has arrived in Saluda NC and along with it an inventory of brightly colored linens and the lighter fabrics that are perfect for spring. Soft chambray blues and white set the tone this spring making it soft and and comfortable for warmer months ahead. Slip on a long sweater for cooler nights or trips to the market, movie or dining out.

Stop by and browse through a dazzling display of fun and fanciful frocks  and touch, feel and try on something new. You deserve it!

If you are looking for summertime creativity, you will most certainly find it at Random Arts. You will discover workshops offered in watercolor, gouache, book arts, lettering, calligraphy, painting, collage and much more.

 Upcoming Workshops 

May

Tues. 15th - Zen@Ten Open Group, No fee, No registration

Wed. 16th  Monthly Book Arts Workshop - 

DJ Gaskin

Long Stitch book with Gelli Plate Covers.  1-3 $45

Beginners welcome & all supplies are included!

Sat. 19th - BIG Outdoor Arts and Crafts Supplies 

Flea Market 10am till 3pm

Fri. 25th  Brush Stroke Lettering with Catherine Langsdorf

This is part 1 of a 2 part series. 1:00 till 3:30

$80. for both sessions (2nd session is June 1st )

"It Takes A Village" Recycled House Book

June

Fri. 1st - Brush Stroke Lettering with Catherine Langsdorf

This is part 1 of a 2 part series. 1:00 till 3:30

Sat 2nd - It Take a Village Recycled House Workshop. 10 AM - 4 PM. What do muffin mixes, quinoa & rice mixes & brown sugar have in common?  - They all come in boxes of ideal size to make a book from recycled materials!  We'll cut our box into the shape of a house, cover with tissue or collage papers, then stitch text pages from used brown paper bags. After adding unique collage elements, you'll have a special gift for a journal writer, a guest book or a great place to record your own thoughts, sketches or ideas. Makes a great gift  or memory book. Only $80. for a full day instruction and some supplies are necessary. Beginners welcome.

Tues. 5th - Zen@Ten Open Group, No fee, No registration

Fri. 15th Little House On The Hill Hand Stitched Collage 

with Susan Edmonson - 

  "Hand Stitched mini fabric collage" from 10am till 4pm   $80.

Seeds and Pods

Sat. 16th Seeds and Pods with Susan Edmonson

"Hand stitched mini fabric collage" from 10am till 4pm $80.

Tues. 19th Zen@Ten Open Group, No fee, No registration

Wed. 20th - Monthly Book Arts Workshop

Learn to"play the accordion book"with DJ Gaskin

1-3 $45

Beginners welcome and; all supplies are included!

Sat. 23rd - Have Fun Solving the Perspective Predicament 

with Miriam Hughes 10-Noon $45. Beginners Welcome

Sat. 23rd - Watercolor your Perky Pet 

with Miriam Hughes  1:00 till 3:30 $45. Beginners Welcome

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Registration information

*Payment for workshops is required at time of registration.

*You may email us for workshop availability or

call us at the shop 828-749-1165

*We accept Visa, M/C, Amex, Paypal, check or cash.

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Random Arts is located at 481 Louisana Avenue in Saluda NC

Random Arts - the Creative Place to Be

Top 10 reasons to visit Random Arts

• 10. They carry lots of things that no one else has
• 9. Your curiosity has gotten the best of you
• 8. Creatives seem to congregate there
• 7. They sell lots of random but excellent products that you didn't know existed
• 6. The employees are "absurdly" helpful
• 5. Your wardrobe needs a pick me up
• 4. Maybe you will get hooked on Zen Tangle
• 3. You will be awestruck at what's inside.
• 2. You are a responsible citizen and you are helping the local economy grow.
• 1. You'll strengthen your community - after all you support the fire department, the park, the depot
• the school and church. Why not shop local and support local business?

September 10, 2016 from 1-4PM - FAST, EASY & FUN Watercolor with Miriam Hughes. Even if you have never painted before, you will leave feeling successful, inspired and ready to explore more about painting. Your work can become a gift or sale item ready by the holidays. You will be guided on how to get your work made into greeting cards with cost effective printing. REGISTER NOW _ SPACE LIMITED.  828-749-1165   randomarts22@gmail.com

    

September 24, 2016 - Luscious Fibers, Colorful Fabrics, Creative Play with artist Susan Edmonso.  "Wood Violet" Hand Stitched Collage - Tip Toe through the soft green grass to find a sweet little wood violet with Susan Edmonson. She will share with you, her many embroidery stitches, embellishing ideas and simple ways to bring these delightful wood violets to life. By adding bits of lace, trims & Susan's colorful collections of embroidery floss, dyed scrim, silk and more your very special hand sewn project will "bloom" before your eyes. There will be a kit provided with the class from Susan however there will be a list of some additional things to bring along. $80. 10 AM until 4 PM.

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Historic Saluda NC 

Random Arts Hosts Annual Arts and Crafts Supplies Sale

May 21, 2016 from 10 AM to 4 PM at Random Arts, 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC - Annual Outdoor Arts and Crafts Supplies Sale.

 

Artists have cleaned out their studios and craft rooms ultimately packing it up and taking it to Random arts. You will find new, used, unwanted art supplies and creative items at this outdoor flea market event. All priced to sell.






 



You'll find die cuts, rubber stamps, Stamp Pads and Adirondak Spray, Somerset magazines and Art Doll Quarterly magazines just to mention a few. Get huge bargains on vintage, antiques, fabric, stamps, inks, paint, quilts, fibers, beads, found objects, ribbons, scrapbooking and lots more. Bring your shopping bags, and fill them up.

What's new at Random Arts this month?  

• New "artsy and funky" clothing
• New creative workshops 
• New eclectic necessities for inside and out

 

This is one the Mica Dress Designs. So many ways to wear it. Go ahead and play. Super Mod Large Polka Dots on White Rayon with Contrasting Black and White Polka Dot Pockets and Adjustable Straps.

Random Arts - Ready for a Creative New Year

Our friends at Random Arts are ready with their usual "open mindedness" for another exciting, fun and creative year in 2016. New artists will arrive on the scene along with "tried and true" artists that return year after year. Some events are already posted on their website while others will continue to develop as the year unfolds and the creativity blossoms.

Coming SOON:   It's The Random Arts spin on the coloring book trend.This paper table runner is perfect for adults and kids alike--and it doubles as beautiful gift wrap and the perfect table topper for your studio. 20" x 25' roll. Designed and printed in the USA.

The painted peace poles by Stephanie Burgess, well known artist from Bellingham, WA.You will find these in all sizes at Random Arts this spring and along with the poles Stephanie has created both large and small flags for your yard. How have we lived without these this long?

January Workshops:  
January 22, 2016 from 1-3:30 PM -  $25. per person Gouache Resist Workshop, Limit 6 This will get us warmed up for the 2016 season..
January 26  - Zen Doodle with us 10 AM - noon (moved from the 19th.

Please contact Random Arts for registration information. Some workshops may be filled with a wait list and others may have available space. Paypal, visa, mc, and personal checks are accepted - www.randomartsnow.com (828) 749-1165.   

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Ave in Saluda NC.

Last Chance for September Workshops at Random Arts

"Mix" it up with Jodi Ohl this weekend At Random Arts: Friday - Graffitti Grunge;  Saturday - Skinny Mini Cities;  Sunday - Bold Blossoms.  SPECIAL OFFER Take all 3 classes and save $75.

Jodi Ohl is back at Random Arts for another 3 days of inspiring and creative workshops. Join Jodi in 1, 2 or 3 of these "tried and true" acrylic painting experiences. Take all 3 and save $75 and take this opportunity to share in Jodi's vast knowledge of having fun with your art.

September 25, 2015 - Grunge Ink. Are you the intrigued by experimental art? Does letting loose and letting things 'flow' excite and scare you at the same time? You will experience:  Action packed class, inked up abstracts,  drawing,  dripping,  grungy abstract,  mixed media art pieces,  compositions,  creative energy,  exhilarating exercises,  fearless artistic self,  grungy inky fun,  creative experimentation,  fearless,  adventurous,  Yupo paper,  acrylic inks,  paints,  India ink,  special effects,  luscious layers, all  resulting in abstract works created by you.   Time: 10 AM - 4 PM;  Cost: $125. Supplies: Yes.

September 26 - Skinny Little Mini Cities. You'll be using 3-5 large rectangular canvases to find your inner child during this action packed, fun filled class featuring quirky compositions of mini villages, flowers, and more. Collage, paint, draw, print and more. Learn about veiling and glazing, shading and highlighting among other fun acrylic painting techniques. Time: 10 ZM -  4 PM;  Cost: $125. Supplies: Yes

September 27 - Bold and Beautiful Blossoms. Create your very own colorful garden of flowers with the gentle guidance of Jodi Ohl in this day long workshop. Bring along several canvases so you can explore all the possibilities in one day. You'll learn all about composition, color combinations, collage, design and "extra special" techniques to make your work of art entirely yours.  Time: 10 AM -  4 PM.  Cost: $125. (Take all 3 and SAVE $25. on each class) Supplies: Yes

Fresh brewed coffee and pastries served each morning at 9:30 before class. Register by email or phone: 828-749-116. 

Random arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in  Saluda NC - 2 blocks from downtown Saluda at the corner of Main Street and Louisiana.  

 

Random Arts September Schedule

September 2015 at Random Arts, 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC: 

Gelli Plate Printing

9/1  - Zen Doodle from 10 AM - noon (no fee/no registration) 
9/4  - Paint your Pet Watercolor from 1 PM - 3:30 with Miriam Hughes. Fee $40 
9/5  -  Gelli Plate Printing from 1 PM - 3:30. Fee $30 
9/10 -  Gouache Resist from 10 AM - 12:30 PM. Fee $25. 
9/12 -  Transfers of all Kinds from 1 PM - 3:30 PM. Fee $30 
9/15 - Zen Doodle from 10 AM - noon (no fee/no registration) 
9/17 -  Torn Birds Collage from 10 AM - noon. Fee $30. 
9/19 -  Open Studio Play Day from 11 AM - 4 PM.  NO FEE 
9/25 -  Jodi Ohl - Grunge Ink 
9/26 -  Jodi Ohl - Skinny Mini Cities 
9/27 -  Jodi Ohl - Wild Flowers and Birds 

Random Arts Hosts Seth Apter Workshop

June 26 - 28, 2015 at Random Arts 481 Louisiana Ave in Saluda NC: Collage and Stencil Workshops.  These are Seth Aptner's final workshop sessions for 2015.

June 26 - Dimensional Stencils. Stencils are popular and they are perfect in mixed-media art.They are inexpensive, re-usable and easy to store. You will learn how to create textured and dimensional effects using stencils and be introduced to stencil techniques that you may have never thought of. Put all of these new techniques into use with a variety of products and create amazing art. Fee $125. 10 AM - 4 PM. s\Some supplies are required, however the teacher will be sharing his stencils and other products with you.

June 27 -  Collage Camp - this workshop i now full.

June 28 - Picture Windows. Memories of your pet? Special friend? A happy birthday tribute? Start digging out those fave photos and pick out the best ones for this all day workshop and your special gift will be completed by the end of the day. You'll create a double-sided, 3-foot long, hanging montage that is every bit as artful as your photos. Large sheets of watercolor paper will soon transform into beautiful and decorative surfaces using a series of layered paint techniques. You'll then move on to creating the form for the photo display using folding and die cutting techniques. Next comes your photo op where "ordinary photographs are turned extraordinary through a series of hand-altering approaches." Your pieces finally come together, and you leave with both a one-of-a-kind mixed media project as well as a slew of techniques to apply to future projects. Fee $125. 10 AM - 4 PM

Special Mixed Media Workshops this Weekend at Random Arts

May 2 and 3, 2015 at Random Arts, louisiana Ave in Saluda NC - Sunny Carvalho Workshops.

May 2, 10 AM to 4 PM:  Need a hand made Mother's Day Gift? Sunny invites you to learn how to paint whimsical, fun characters using a variety of techniques and supplies. Learn how to capture the expression of these fun characters and create "absurd" body types. It's sure to be a day without pressure and a humorous day of painting whimsical little people from your own imagination. Even if you think you can't draw, Sunny will guide you in a way that will allow you to find as many characters that appeal to you, rather than just copying her style. You'll complete as many as your creatuve hands and heart can handle in this full day class. Beginners are more than welcome.

May 3, 10 AM - 4 PM:  Favorite Pet? Lovable Character? Huggable You? Try your hand in this workshop with the gentle guidance of Sunny at your side. "Perky Paper Mache' Pretties" on Sunday will get your hands down and dirty with paper mache', paint and plenty of action. You will find yourself jumping into a day of making faux paper mâché characters. Using Sunny's method, you will learn how to "Mâché the Easy Way" and make as many 4" x6" "characters" as you can turn out in this full day workshop. Beginners are more than welcome and you'll need very few supplies for this class.

Sunny Carvalho is a mixed media artist living in Alabama amidst the chaos of too many art supplies. Focusing on hand-sculpted ceramic dolls and pendants and mixed media paintings, her quirky characters have found their way into many of the mixed media magazines. Sunny is an instructor at Art is You (Petaluma, and Benecia, CA, Nashville, Memphis, Minneapolis), and Art Unraveled (Phoenix), as well as various individual studios. According to her husband, she lives in a world where everything is happy and squirrels iron her pants. Learn more about Sunny here.

Each class is $125. 10 am till 4pm. Call 828-749-1165 or email TODAY

Random Arts Craft Supplies Flea Market Returns in May

Clean out your studio and join the annual Random Arts Flea Market for Arts and Crafts Supplies. From scrapbooking to rubber stamps, beading, fibers and whatever else you have, this is the place to sell.

The Fleas Market date is set for May 16, 2015.  For only $20 you can set up outside Random Arts all day and sell your unused, unwanted supplies to willing and ready buyers. This event has attracted lots of buyers in the past 4 years so the Market's success will be your success and money in your pocket.

The Flea Market is the same day as the Saluda Arts Festival so there will be lots of traffic in and out at Random Arts. Sign up now to reserve your space to sell by emailing HERE.

Random Arts is located at  481 Louisiana Ave in Saluda NC.  Hours:  Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 AM until 5 PM Sunday - Wednesday by appointment or by "chance".

Random Arts Begins 2015 Workshops this Month

February 13 and 20 at Random Arts, 481 Louisiana Ave in Saluda NC - local artist Miriam Hughes shares her one of kind watercolor techniques.

February 27, 28, March 1 -   Jodi Ohl from Aberdeen NC. 10 AM - 4 PM each day.
2/27 - "Grunge Ink"    During this action packed and fun filled class participants create a variety of Inked up abstracts on an amazing surface which will allow you to add, subtract, draw, drip and more as you create one of a kind grungy abstract mixed media art pieces.  Bring your fearless artistic self and come prepared for hours of grungy inky fun and creative experimentation.

This class is for those who love to experiment, or for those that want to be more adventurous in their art. Works will be done on Yupo paper,  incorporating a variety of acrylic inks, paints, India ink and tons of special effects to garner intriguing and luscious layers.  All skill levels are welcome. The process can be as simple or complex as you desire. Cost: $125 for a full day.

2/28, 3/1 -  Extreme Portraits  Learn ways to build more depth in your portrait painting with this newest portrait class offered by Jodi Ohl that will help you take your portrait work to the next level, even to a cutting edge extreme. In each of the lessons over the 2 day course, you will find easy to follow directions and content that is rich in information that you can use not just in your portrait work, but a variety of mixed media applications. The focus in this class will be more on painting and building up layers through glazing and underpainting techniques as well as much more. Cost: $230 for 2 full days of fun filled painting and collage

Random Arts will continue to guide your creative journey this year with 10 months of fabulous instructors including 2 full weeks with internationally known artist, Gillian Lee Smith (aka Gillian Cox) from England. This will be Gillian's first and only teaching venue in the US for 2015 and it is quite an opportunity to learn from this fine mixed media artist while enjoying the beautiful, historic town of Saluda nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.

Along with mixed media art supplies, fine art supplies and basic craft items, you will find artsy clothing at Random Arts that completes your creative image and your "young at heart" spirit.

Winter hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM with Zen Doodle continuing every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10 AM.

Scheduled for 2015 at Random Arts:

February: 
Miriam Hughes Feb. 13th - Watercolor Made Easy $40. 
Jodi Ohl Feb. 27th Grunge Ink (painting/collage) $125. \
Jodi Ohl Feb.28th and Mar.1st (painting/collage)$230.for 2 days 
March:
Leighanna Light Mar. 20th - "Guardians of the Discarded" (assemblage)$125 
Leighanna Light Mar.21st - "Let's Face It" (mixed Media) $125 
Leighanna Light Mar. 22nd - "Birds Gone Wild" (assemblage) $125. 
April:
Kim Wood Beller April 18th and 19th (Collage mixed media painting) $125 per day 
May:
Sunny Carvalho May 2nd and; 3rd (Acrylic Painting) $125 per day 
Art Supplies Flea Market Outdoor May 16 
Andrea deMeng - May 21st and 22nd (Collage/Mixed Media Painting)$125 per day 
Michael deMeng - May 23rd and 24th (Assemblage)$290 2 days 
June:
Seth Apter 26th - Dimensional Stenciling $125 
27th - Collage Camp $125 
28th - Picture Windows $125 per day - Check out Seth's blog for more info 
July:
Kass Hall July 25th "It's all in the Details" (Art Journaling) $125 per day 
Kass Hall July 26th - "Black and White Journal Pages) $125 per day 
August:
Wan Marsh Aug. 8th and 9th $125 per day 
Lesley Venable Aug. 29th and 30th $125 per day 
September:
Kate Thompson Sept. 12th and 13th (Mixed Media Painting) 
October:
Gillian Cox Oct. 8th through 12th (Mixed Media Painting) $750 for a 5 day workshop 
Gillian Cox Oct. 15th through 19th (Mixed Media Painting) $750 for a 5 day workshop 
November:
Melissa Manley - Nov 7th and 8th (Assemblage) $125 per day

Random Arts Workshops and Events

August 8  -  Creating with Color Pencils with Helen Shafer Garcia   Let your imagination take hold and play with colored pencils on unique black and red surfaces. Light colors will glow and textures pop when pencils glide over the surface. You'll learn about blending methods and layering colors. You start out with a collage prompt poem concept that will indicate the imagery. Drawing abilities are not required - this concept is about learning to see, blending colors and layering to create depth and saturation of color. Giving permission to yourself to create is the first step.  2 spaces remains. 10 AM till 4 PM,  $135.

August 9th  -  Crinkly Birds, Flora and Fauna with Helen Shafer Garcia    Reach into the sky and create Bird themed mixed media paintings on Masa paper and canvas. A special batik like technique with Masa rice paper will create wonderful textures and crevices for the paint to flow into. Draw and paint symbolic iconic birds, flora, and other great, joyful creatures with bold watercolor dropped -in color techniques. Play with colored pencils, ink lines and collage elements to further embellish your paintings. Discover how beautiful and bright watercolors can be with this special process. The watercolor paintings will be sealed with an acrylic varnish to protect the surface. Borders and embellishments will be added with acrylics.  10 AM - 4  PM,  $135.
 

August 10  -  Planed and Folded Wooden Book with Helen Shafer Garcia    There is something about the beauty of wood grain that we all find appealing.  The thin wood shapes that you will use have been planed by hand. Each piece will be very unique. You'll create an extraordinary multi signature hand bound wooden book with painted and textured papers. At least 5 techniques will be taught in this workshop including color pencil on wood, dropped- in watercolor, stenciling, batik-look paper process, and book binding techniques to stitch signatures sewn onto a canvas binding.   10 AM - 4  PM,  $135.


August 5  - Zen Doddle Tuesdays from 10 AM - noon. FREE

Summer Sale Continues

It's a "one of a kind" sale on women's clothing in random sizes and styles drastically reduced from 50 -75% off. It's time to make room for more inventory and items are being continually added every day. Hurry in for the best buys! 

Random Arts
is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC

 

New Art and Craft Supplies at Random Arts

All new "silk sari ribbon" skeins of luscious touchable colors. For all of your mixed media projects plus knit and crochet. Just $19.95 for 55 yards and we'll ship.

Issue 8,9 10 plus all the Zentangle® card sets of 40 "how to's." The expanded version of the Zentangle books have added pages, more information, techniques and easy to follow 1,2,3 steps  at the same LOW price. 

Thymes lotions, colognes, candles and room sprays:
*Eucalyptus - Infuse the day with unlimited possibility
*Olive Leaf - Simply wholesome. Naturally nourishing.
*Lavender - A fragrant palette of boundless inspiration.

 Spring Clothing arriving daily....
Cottons, blends, leggins, high lows, scooter pants, skirts, scarves, jewelry, shoes and lots more. 

Selected CLOTHING 50-75% OFF.  Choose from long sleeve cotton T's - were $18. now $9. Cotton and rayon skirts, jackets - all reduced 50% or more. Several Styles of leggins reduced to  $12.00.

All Ribbons "Blow Out" SALE!!!!
Drastic Reductions  - Choose from ribbons normally priced up to $4.00 per yard - NOW 1/2 price. All ribbons must go! Organza, satin, silk, burlap, grosgrain, rayon and more. From 1/8" wide to 4" wide.  BUY the entire spool for $15, or buy it by the yard for 1/2 the original price. Your choice.

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC.  Shop in the store or website, or online at their Etsy Shop   or  Their eBay Store  .

 

Jodi Ohl Mixed Media Workshop this weekend at Random Arts

March 7-9 at Random Arts, 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC: Jodi Ohl teaches 3 special workshops this weekend:

March 7, 1 PM - 4 PM    Angelic Inspirations   Summon your Guardian Angel, your muse, you most trusted source of inspiration during this paint and collage mini class. Using limited color palettes, texture, and simple yet layered designs, participants will create 2 6x12 "Angelic Inspiration" works during this 3 hour session. Come play and have fun and walk away with great pieces to keep or give as inspirational gifts to those you love. $65 fee.

March 8, 10 AM - 4 PM    Podabilities   Re-discover your inner child with doodles and playful finger painting as you layer your way to abstract windows to our world of "Pods-Abilities". Create colorful abstracts that are a touch on the side of whimsical, full of playful marks (you will even make own stamps and stencils), and truly deep layers of fun scribbles, doodles, and little windows of fun. This is a full day of class where you will explore many painting techniques that you can carry forward in a variety of ways, not just for this amazing project. Some painting knowledge helpful but more important, your willingness to explore and let go of what you 'know' and discover a whole new world of mixed media art and fun. $110 fee.

March 9, 10 AM - 4 PM  Texturize This Live!    Are you ready to be immersed in color and luscious texture, or looking for something new to add to your work?  Are you willing to let go, experiment and be open to possibilities, even happy accidents?   You'll dive into a world of shimmering color, tantalizing texture and mysterious layers during this full day of experimenting on a surface that will make your paintings sing with intensity. Be a painterly scientist as you uncover ways to work with contemporary abstract compositions that employ exciting textural designs and layers.  By manipulating the surface with heat, glazes and 3D mediums, you will be creating work that is truly unique and fascinating. Your work will amaze everyone. $110 fee.

  

Jodi Ohl is a self-taught mixed media artist, originally from Dunkirk, NY, who now resides in Aberdeen, NC. Having recently left her day job to pursue her artistic career full time, she is has built a body of work that is known for its distinctive texture, bold color combinations, often whimsical or abstract compositions, as well as motivational in nature.  Her art appeals to those that seem to be young at heart and who appreciate the positive side of life whether communicated through words, colors, or composition.    

Published in a variety of international mixed media magazines such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Somerset Studios, Artful Blogging, Artful Journaling, Somerset Holidays and Celebrations, and Cloth Paper Scissors Studios, as well as a contributor to two mixed media books, Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker and Cloth Paper Scissors, The Book by Barbara Delaney, Jodi enjoys writing about her art and sharing the love of healing and motivation through creativity.  She is represented by regional galleries in North Carolina  and in her home state of NY.  In addition, Jodi is a popular mixed media art teacher online and in person, teaching at both large and small local and national workshops around the US.  When not painting, she enjoys time with her two sons, Josh, 12 and Zach, 18 as well as other friends and family.  

Jodi welcomes visitors to her blog, Sweet Repeats  where you can find a full listing of classes, weekly musings, and additional artwork for sale.

Random Arts Celebrates the Season at Saluda's Hometown Christmas Stroll

December 13 - Stop by Random Arts from 5 PM - 8 PM during Saluda's Hometown Christmas Stroll this Friday. Enjoy seasonal refreshments along with festive munchies. Take this opportunity to see what Random Arts is all about and meet old friends or make new ones in this friendly and artistic space at Louisiana and Ozone in Saluda NC.

Random Arts is a unique workshop - studio - shoppe and creative space, opened in 1996 as a rubber stamp store. It has evolved into a special place, now called "random arts" for artists of all kinds to enjoy workshops for creating art books, traditional books, altered books, jewelry, decorative gourds, art dolls, artist trading cards, PMC jewelry, simple cards, exquisite art and more. The newly remodeled space is even more inviting than before. Supplies are also available for purchase online. 

Learn more about nearby lodging and attractions on the Saluda NC Visitor Guide.  

Random Arts November Events

November 19 - last Zen Doodle "drop in" of the year. Zen Doodle from 10 AM until noon on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays and everyone is welcome. NO pre-registration and NO FEE. Just show up and enjoy 2 hours of zen tangling in a stress-free environment.

November 22 -  Learn the "ever so popular" Gouache Resist technique for your holiday cards. From 10-2 you will delve into the 7 step process of this unique form of art. Pre-registration is necessary and the space is limited. $20.

November 23  - "Random Play Days".  It's a NO stress environment where others join in to work on their own projects on their own time. Holiday card rush? Finish them here. Need a large table to lay out a project? Do it here. Random Arts is ready, willing and eager to have you join them for a day of creative play. No pre-registration necessary.

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC. 

Random Arts Anniversary Celebration this Weekend

April 13-14   Random Arts is celebrating 18 years of inspiring and creating.  Refreshments will be served from noon until 4 PM on both days.  Register to win fabulous, artsy door prizes from Golden Paints, Derwent, Copic and more.

While you're there take advantage of the 20% off many lines of womens' clothing and accessories.

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Slauda NC.

Random Arts New Women's Wear and Scarves

The latest acquisition of vintage style clothing at Random Arts is funky, flowing and affordable. Pictured here is the pocketed, cotton skirt. Great with a t-shirt and shawl. Shown in Taupe. Recently arrived is the funky and artsy Spring clothing  from the ever popular Pretty Angel line.

Random Arts, has recently added a unique line of women's wear to their eclectic mix of  assorted goods for creative mindfulness. Being creative starts with you, so why not show it off with a fashion statement as well. Call it Boho, if you will. It's trendy, artsy, young at heart and affordably priced.It's been noted that our customers have been seen all over town wearing the latest styles and getting great compliments. Along with this new clothing line comes a huge selection of colorful and textured scarves for every season, as well as designer jewelry and accessories. Stop by and see what's new and experience all that is "new" at Random Arts. 

Random Arts Zen Dooble for February

Zen Doodle in February
Mark your calendars for
 Tues. Feb. 5th,  19th & 26th
10 AM till noon 

Even though the Random Arts studio will be transformed into an Artists Gallery for the month of February the popular Zen Doodlesessions will continue in another one of the facilities cozy spaces at the shop.

A couple of comfy chairs, a pen and a journal is about all that are needed. Think HEARTS for the 5th and participants make a few amazingly zendoodled cards or designs. It will be fun to get back together. 

Random Arts is located at 281 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC. 

"Random Artists Gallery" Opening Reception Tonight

February 1, 6 PM - 8 PM:   "Random Artists Gallery" showcases the collective works of the many talented artists who have continued to nurture their creativity through workshops at Random Arts in the past 17 yrs. The show will continue through Sunday February 24  and is open during regular shop hours. Everyone is invited to stop by and enjoy catered refreshments and a gathering of artists and their work.

The studio has been transformed into a modern gallery that will house the art of all those who have been a part of Random Arts over the years. Art work included in the show ranges from book arts, collage, assemblage, jewelry, zentangle, quilted wall hangings, watercolors, acrylic, drawing, sketching,fiber arts more.

Random Arts is located at 481 Louisiana Avenue in Saluda NC.

Random Arts hosts "First Ever Random Artists Gallery"

February 1 - 24   Random Arts holds the first ever "Random Artists Gallery" Month as they bring together the amazing works of the talented artists who have continued to nurture their creativity through workshops here. If you have any work that you are prepared to show please print the PDF for more info. PDF Gallery Registration  You can sell your work or just show it off  during the opening reception and following 4 week at the Artists Gallery.

The Random Arts studio will be transformed into a modern day gallery that will house the art of all those that have been a part of Random Arts over the years. The art work that will be included in the show ranges from book arts, collage, assemblage, jewelry, zen doodle, quilted wall hangings, watercolors, acrylic, drawing, sketching, journaling and much more. 

Each artist that will be showing their work has participated in one or more workshops here from a large number of instructors who has taught here in the last 17 yrs that Random Arts has been in existence.

Artists may show up to 3 pieces of their work should contact Random Arts as soon as possible and arrange to have your work delivered before February 1st.