Giving oneself the opportunity to work outside of usual constraints unlocks access to a deeper expression of the psyche. In conversation one day Alena and Stephanie, longtime kindred creative spirits, discovered they had embarked on a similar adventure in their studio practices that was exploring this very idea. Our exhibit consists of drawings and sculptures […]
The photo exhibition, “Resilience: The Heart of Ukraine” features work by American photographer Michael Andrews. As a volunteer with United States Peace Corps Ukraine in 2018–19, Andrews augmented his service as a consultant to an HIV and AIDS service agency working as a photographer for Ukraine’s Baba Yelka Cultural Expedition. The group was formed in […]
Join Bridget for a day of learning about traditional Appalachian basketry while weaving your very own Countertop Catch-All basket. “I have always loved creating with my hands in one way or another. I love to create with color and make something that is functional and useful. I enjoy being able to make something that can […]
Let’s draw together! Bring your favorite drawing implements and surfaces, or use ours, and let’s spend the evening in the Toe River Arts Owen Gallery in Spruce Pine, sharing tips and tricks and improving our drawing skills. We’ll work with live-clothed models and still-life setups. Register here. When: Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 6 pm – […]
In this dual exhibition featuring the works of Allison Edge and Diana Alexander, “Waking Dream” refers to the experience of seeing the outside world in low-lit, half-lit, or fog-obscured scenarios, evoking a dream-like quality and straddling the boundaries of familiarity and unknowns. Allison’s paintings, hung on the walls in this exhibition, set the stage and […]
Melisa Cadell is presenting experimental work that explores the concept of beauty. The work will be largely focussed in work that utilizes plastic and its alluring pliant nature. The exhibit will include but not be limited to sculpture, painting, ice forms, water containers, video, and other ephemeral works. When: September 30 – November 18 Where: […]