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ARTS & CULTURE

ARTS & EVENTS

ARTS & EVENTS
Mar 2014
Swannanoa painter Sally Sweetland brings an architect's eye to painting

Dec 2013
George Peterson pounds, carves, and cuts salvaged wood and skateboard decks into modern art

Oct 2013
From opening a new studio to teaching, ceramist Jason Bige Burnett is in art overdrive

Aug 2013
Carrying sound and story is the only way to live for a musical storyteller, rock-and-roll rambler, and two gifted brothers who all call the foothills of Western North Carolina home

Aug 2013
Gallery owner Brie Castell brings the realm of fine art photography to the Asheville scene

Aug 2013
Three local bands bring new albums to your ears

Aug 2013
Andrew Hayes’ metal and paper sculpture deconstructs the book

Aug 2013
WPAQ in Mount Airy plays on to preserve the roots and spirit of mountain music

Jun 2013
Daniel Nevins' latest work takes a powerful new turn

Apr 2013
A new program offers an alternative education for tomorrows innovators

Apr 2013
Artist Jason Lydic brings creatures and plants to life in metal

Mar 2013
Waynesville artist Margaret Roberts transforms watercolor with collage techniques

Mar 2013
This year, MerleFest honors the life and legacy of one of the country's greatest pickers

Jan 2013
Polk County artist Janet Orselli reanimates abandoned objects to create uncommon beauty

Oct 2012
Across cultures and continents, Akira Satake excels in both music and pottery

Oct 2012
The many dimensions of Kenn Kotara reveal order amid chaos

Aug 2012
Seyl Park: Cheme Designs

Aug 2012
Eugene DuClos: Emerging Industrial Designer

Aug 2012
Drew Findley: Subject Matter Studio

Aug 2012
Whitney Deal: Whitney Deal Designs

Aug 2012
Metal artist David Earl Tomlinson puts a tough spin on the classic quilt

Aug 2012
The newest addition to Lenoir's outdoor sculpture collection looks to the town's past and future

Aug 2012
The art of broom making remains alive and well in the hands of Marlow Gates

Jun 2012
Watch and learn during Cashiers annual plein air festival

Jun 2012
Layers of texture and color beautify Deb Karash's vivid art jewelry

Jun 2012
Julyan Davis' latest paintings carry a melancholy tune

Apr 2012
Drunken Prayer’s latest release offers harmonious reprieve

Apr 2012
North Wilkesboro serves up a weekend of music and chicken

Apr 2012
Theres no shortage of pickers, players, and songbirds in WNC. Hit the road to catch great music at these down-home venues

Apr 2012
Martha Enzmann evokes awe through fanciful puppets and parades

Apr 2012
One Ashevillian is giving rise to unity with new music recording studios near and far

Mar 2012
Flat Rock Playhouse celebrates its diamond anniversary

Feb 2012

Feb 2012
For esteemed sculptor Michael Sherrill, the best is yet to come

Dec 2011
Prints and pottery fuse in the hands of ceramist Keith Phillips

Oct 2011
Take your seat for an intimate series of stellar bluegrass shows at the Colonial Theatre in Canton

Oct 2011
An opening unveils Alex Matisse's newest works straight from the kiln

Sep 2011
The colorful landscapes and people of two very different regions inform the work of Asya Colie