Calendar for May 7, 2008 - May 20, 2008
Classes, Meetings and Arts-Related Events
2008 Fine Art Classes • Children • Adults
(pd.) • Enroll now for Summer Art Camp and Homeschool, afterschool classes for children. • Adult Drawing and Painting classes. • Information: (828) 777-3345 or www.richmonds-studio.com
Art Saves Lives Workshop
(pd.) Creating Art Cards • May 9 Intro lecture May 10 workshop with Zoe Allison-Rockingbear. Art Saves Lives is an approach using the Mystical Arts for people who want to explore the wonder and magic of art through ceremony. Use mind mapping to identify your life’s goals. Play and discover your own creative flow. Tap into rich traditions while you dream your life into being. No experience necessary. Be ready for fun. All mixed media art supplies provided • A 3-hour workshop from 11:00am - 2:00pm • $45.00 • Mystic Journeys • 333 Merrimon • 828 253 4272 • zoeallison@juno.com • www.mayanrecordkeeper.com
Arts And Craft Classes For Adults And Children
(pd.) A variety of art and craft classes are offered year round at Woolworth Walk Gallery in Asheville. Experienced instructors to help you find your creative self. Come by and pick up a current schedule, 25 Haywood Street, Asheville. Or call for more information: 254-9234. www.woolworthwalk.com.
Attention Artists and Photographers!
(pd.) Need your work Captured, Reproduced, or Printed? Digital Resolutions Group specializes in high-quality large format digital photography, outstanding fine art reproduction and printing. (828) 670-5257 or visit www.ashevilledigital.com
Artists' Rendezvous at Wolf Creek
The Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy will offer participants the chance to explore a private property near Chimney Rock State Park and to use the surroundings as inspiration for their own artwork. $35/Free to members. Info: 697-5777 or www.carolinamountain.org.
• SA (5/17), 9am - Rendezvous. CMLC will offer the following small groups: photography, watercolor, pastels, writing and a children's art group.
Asheville Art Museum
The museum is in Pack Place Education, Arts and Science Center on Pack Square. Events are free with membership or admission. Info: 253-3227 or www.ashevilleart.org.
• TH (5/8), 6-8pm - Up for Discussion: "Southern Appalachian Bonsai" with N.C. Arboretum Bonsai Curator Arthur Joura.
• FR (5/9), Noon - Art Break: Guided tour of the Maud Gatewood exhibit. Several collectors of Gatewood's painting will lead a discussion on the artist.
• SU (5/18), 1-5pm - "Personal Mandala," a hands-on workshop with artist and art therapist Laura Zeisler. $30/$35. To register: ext. 120 or nsokolove@ashevilleart.org.
Asheville Scrapbook Meetup
Meet other local scrapbookers for conversation, inspiration and fun. The group includes both brand new and advanced scrapbookers. It's free to join, but crops are $10 per person. Info: www.scrapbook.meetup.com/1879.
• 1st & 3rd FRIDAYS, 6pm - Meeting. Visit the Web site to register for upcoming events.
At The Health Adventure
Info: 254-6373 or www.thehealthadventure.org.
• 2nd WEDNESDAYS, 4-5pm - Origami Folding Frenzy: Learn new folds, share favorites and meet fellow origami enthusiasts. All levels welcome.
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center
The center is located at 56 Broadway, and preserves the legacy of the Black Mountain College through permanent collections, educational activities and public programs. Info: 350-8484 or www.blackmountaincollege.org.
• FR (5/9), 8pm - "What the _____ Is Performance Art?" A variety show in which the performers explore, develop, expand, abstract, protest, reiterate, reject, repeat and possibly desecrate "The History and Practice of Performance Art." $5/$3.
Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild
The BRPCG meets at Avery Creek Community Center. All skills welcome. Info & directions: www.brpcg.com.
• 2nd SATURDAYS, Noon-4pm - Meeting.
Blue Ridge Watermedia Society
Info: 627-9666.
• Through MO (5/26) - The Blue Ridge Watermedia Society will exhibit their show around the theme "Welcome to Our Home in the Blue Ridge Mountains" at Deer Park Restaurant, Biltmore grounds.
• TU (5/13), 6:45pm - Meeting at the First Baptist Church, 100 S. Main St., Waynesville. Guest artist Helen Newton will give a talk and demo on 13th-14th c. illumination. Refreshments will be served.
Events At Folk Art Center
The center is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 382 (just north of the Hwy 70 entrance in East Asheville). Open daily from 9am-6pm. Info: 298-7928 or www.craftguild.org.
• DAILY, 10am-4pm - Craft demonstrations in the front lobby, March-Dec.
• SA & SU (5/10 & 11) - Fiber Weekend. Guild members will share their expertise in a variety of fiber arts including quilting, spinning, weaving and surface design. Plus, children's activities.
• SU (5/11), 1pm & 3pm - "Garden Party: The Fashion Show of Wearable Art." Artists have taken this year's theme and woven jackets and wraps, felted handbags, painted scarves and much more.
Express Yourself
This arts studio holds regular classes. Info: 698-9960.
• FRIDAYS - Homeschool art classes the first four Fridays of every month. Call for details and to register.
Family Art Daze
Asheville Parks and Rec presents a craft program, with projects geared for the entire family's participation. Toddlers, teens and parents can learn to transform everyday objects into creative masterpieces. $5/family. Info: 274-7739 or dcarter@ashevillenc.gov.
• 2nd SATURDAYS, 10am-Noon - At the Linwood Crump - Shiloh Rec Complex, 121 Shiloh Rd.
Jonas Gerard Fine Art
Located at 240 Clingman Ave. Features nationally known artist Jonas Gerard and his most recent collection of abstracts, landscapes and portraits. Hours: Mon.-Sat., 10am-6pm and Sun., 1-6pm. Come watch Gerard paint to music during opening hours. Info: 350-7711 or www.jonasgerard.com.
• MO (5/19), 4:30pm - The public is invited to join the "First Birthday Celebration for Jonas Gerard Fine Art." As a token of appreciation for a wonderful year in Asheville’s River Arts District, Gerard will present two paintings to the city. The paintings will be received by Mayor Terry Bellamy and Chamber of Commerce President Rick Lutovsky. There will be cake, drinks and music. Free.
Knit Night
Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are invited to join others at Purl's Yarn Emporium at 51 College St. Bring your current project. Free. Info: 253-2750.
• THURSDAYS, 6-8pm - Knit night.
LIFT Culture House
516 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee, across from Tribal Fairgrounds. Info: 497-0707.
• THURSDAYS, 6pm - Chess Players congregate in the Back Room.
• FRIDAYS, 5pm - Knitting group, all welcome.
Quilting Bee
Open to anyone who wants to enjoy a few unstructured hours of quilting and socializing on a regular basis, working on individual projects and making quilts to benefit the community. Quilters of all skill levels are welcome. Meets at Earth Fare South, 1856 Hendersonville Rd., in the community room. Info: bordough@charter.net, alicehelms@charter.net, 277-9223 or 650-9708.
• 2nd & 4th THURSDAYS - Quilting bee.
Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League
Classes are held at 999 W. Old Rt. 70, Black Mountain. Info: 664-0501 or www.svfal.org.
• WEDNESDAYS - Continuing pastel class with Karen Chambers. Half-day cost per class: $30. Info: Karenpaints@hotmail.com.
• THURSDAYS, 10am-1pm - Oil painting from life with Cheryl Keefer. $25/day. Info: ncartist@charter.net --- 1:30-3:30pm - New still life acrylics class with Gail Caduff-Nash. Info: gen122@hotmail.com.
• FRIDAYS, 10am-1pm - Open studio for figure drawing with nude and clothed model. Small fee for model.
• MONDAYS, Noon-3pm - Open studio for portrait painting. No cost except small fee for model.
The Fine Arts League of the Carolinas
Located at 362 Depot St. in the River Arts District. Info: 252-5050 or www.fineartsleague.org.
• TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 7-9pm - Open figure drawing sessions. $5.
Uptown Gallery
Located at 30 East Main St. in downtown Franklin. Info: 349-4607.
• 2nd SUNDAYS, 2pm - Free art lectures followed by Q&A.
Waynesville Parks & Rec Classes
At the Old Armory Rec Center. Info: 926-0118 or 456-9207.
• THURSDAYS, 9am-2pm - Quilting Class. Free.
White Rose Luncheon
The Asheville Chapter of Links, Inc. will sponsor their bi-annual White Rose Luncheon at the local Renaissance Hotel. $30. Tickets & info: 279-2345.
• SA (5/17), 11:30am - The event will highlight the talents of local youth and other special guests.
WNC Blacksmiths
Meetings are held at the Kayne's shop in Candler. Info: 665-1988.
• 2nd WEDNESDAYS, 7pm - Meeting with demonstration. Please bring safety glasses.
WNC Fibers/Handweavers Guild
The guild meets at Opportunity House, 1411 Asheville Hwy. in Hendersonville. All are welcome. Info: 670-6702.
• SA (5/17), 10am - Donna Kassab, owner of Yarns to Dye For, will present a program on silk painting.
WNC Knitters and Crocheters for Others
This group meets monthly in Black Mountain and Fletcher/Arden to create handmade items for donation to charities while enjoying fellowship and swapping ideas and patterns.
• 3rd THURSDAYS, 1-3pm - Black Mountain group meets at Highland Farms, Building G-H in Upper Core Room. Info: 669-0680.
• 3rd MONDAYS, 7-9pm - Fletcher/Arden group meets at the Unity Center of Fletcher, 2041 Old Fanning Bridge Rd. (No meeting in Dec.) Info: 654-9788.
WNC Quilters Guild
Info: www.westernncquilters.org or 697-4372.
• 3rd THURSDAYS - Meeting at Trinity Presbyterian, 900 Blythe St., Hendersonville.
Women's Art Gathering
In Montford, watch for signs. Info: 255-0704.
• FR (5/16), 6:30-9pm & SA (5/17), 10am-4pm - 3rd Annual Women's Spring Art Gathering. Free and open to the public.
Opportunity House Classes and Events
The arts, crafts and cultural center at 1411 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville hosts a variety of bridge and fitness classes, health screenings, club meetings and more. Info: 692-0575.
Transylvania Arts Promotion
A county-wide task force with the mission to promote all arts across the county through collaborative efforts. All artists and arts organizations in the county are encouraged to sign up for a directory listing. A database will be assembled to make it easier for members to work together on behalf of the full art community. Info: 884-2787 or tcarts@citcom.net.
Turchin Center Events
Located at 423 W. King St., Boone. For a complete schedule of programs for children, teenagers, adults, seniors and special populations, including Lunch and Learns: 262-3017 or www.tcva.org.
Art League of Henderson County Events
Monthly meeting and art-related programs held at the First Congregational Church, 1735 Fifth Ave. in Hendersonville. A short business meeting precedes the program. Refreshments are served and the public is always welcome. Info: 696-3804 or www.artleague.net.
Art/Craft Fairs
Antiques • Primitives • Handmade Crafts • The Salt Box
(pd.) Local art by regional family artists. Minutes from downtown Asheville, 35 Jones Road, Leicester. • Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10am-5pm. • Directions: Call us, (828) 683-1834 or visit: www.the-saltbox.com
Greenlife Grocery Arts Market
Located at 70 Merrimon Ave. Info: 254-5440.
• SATURDAYS, 1-6pm - Meet artists from all across WNC.
At E.W. Grove City Park, located near the end of Charlotte St., across from Macon Ave. Info: 254-5836.
• SA (5/10), 9am-10pm - Arts & crafts fair. Plus, cloggers and folk dancers, baked goods and a fish-and-chips luncheon.
Which?Craft!
An independent craft fair that will be held both outdoors and indoors behind Harvest Records, 415 Haywood Rd., W. Asheville. Rain or shine. Info: 258-2999 or whichcraftasheville@gmail.com.
• SA (5/17), 10am-6pm - Dozens of the region's finest craft makers will be on hand.
