Arts

You can never foresee how the life you choose—or the one that chooses you—can ultimately impact someone in extraordinary ways. Meet seven inspirational locals whose personal journeys are making a big difference in the lives of others.

Home Free Bagels uplifts the homeless

Photographer Rob Amberg chronicles the raw beauty and complexities of everyday life in Madison County

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

Tryon painter, curator, and rabble-rouser Margaret Curtis goes beyond boundaries

Andrew Hayes’ metal and paper sculpture deconstructs the book

True. We're biased. But we can't imagine a better place than the mountains to meet your local farmer, become a food entrepreneur, nosh on artisan eats, and savor a pint (or three).

Daniel Nevins' latest work takes a powerful new turn

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

Cruise to Waynesville to imbibe a refreshing beer scene

Stir up the competition for Highlands’ annual eggnog contest

Whitney Deal: Whitney Deal Designs

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

There are endless reasons we all fall for the mountains, but one enchants us above all others: This place feels like home in our hearts. Here, five writers share how their deep connections to these hills were forged with Sunday drives, old-time music, wildflower hikes, and through the discovery of inspiration and strength.

Carrie Wagner's cultural exchanges bring home global insights meant to be shared

An annual cook-off uncovers the region's best corn breads

Asheville Art Museum is building a virtual gallery of Black Mountain College’s extraordinary output

A couple reveals the inner beauty of a North Asheville gem with a timeless revamp