Toe River Arts hosts its 17th Annual Blacksmith Exhibition featuring the work of blacksmiths from the southeast and beyond. Historically, the exhibition runs in conjunction with the Fire on the Mountain Blacksmith Festival which takes place on April 27th on Lower Street in Spruce Pine. The exhibition offers blacksmiths the opportunity to show their work […]
This body of work explores labor and its effects on relationships, self-esteem, and one’s ability to grieve with a focus on the confident beauty that would have been expressed if loving care was given in place of exploitation. Born in the coal fields of West Virginia, I reference my personal history as well as documentation […]
When: April 26, 2024, 5 PM – 7 PM Where: Kokol Gallery
When: April 26, 2024, 5 PM – 7 PM Where: Owen Gallery
Join local artist Alena Applerose for a morning learning about the traditional craft of needle felting. We’ll cover the basics of tools and techniques all while making your very own flower brooch. A great activity to share with Mom. Ages 12+ welcome with an adult participant. Register here. When: May 4, 2024, 10 am – […]
The Studio Tour Preview Exhibition is an exhibition of work from artists in Mitchell and Yancey Counties who are participating in the June Studio Tour. The exhibit is in conjunction with the Annual June Studio Tour which takes place annually on the first weekend of June. This year’s studio tour weekend is Friday, Saturday, and […]
Bring your favorite drawing implements and surfaces or use the provided materials, and let’s spend an evening each month drawing together. We’ll alternate months between clothed live models and still life set-ups, engage in thoughtful discussion about technique, have some guest artists share their tips and tricks, and improve our observational drawing skills together. Come […]
When: May 31, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Where: Kokol Gallery
This week-long summer camp will offer participants aged 8+ a chance to explore the basics of art with lessons and activities including drawing, painting, sculpting & weaving. This camp will take place in the Owen Gallery, upstairs at Toe River Arts in Spruce Pine. Ages 8+. Register here. When: June 10 – 14, 2024, 10 […]
Bring your favorite drawing implements and surfaces or use the provided materials, and let’s spend an evening each month drawing together. We’ll alternate months between clothed live models and still life set-ups, engage in thoughtful discussion about technique, have some guest artists share their tips and tricks, and improve our observational drawing skills together. Come […]