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Exhibition on Display: Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is an Arts and Crafts center in the U.S. city of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. The oldest craft school in Tennessee, Arrowmont offers workshops in arts and crafts such as painting, woodworking, drawing, glass, photography, basket weaving, ceramics, fiber arts, book arts and metalworking. The School has an 11-month Artists-in-Residence program for early-career artists. Arrowmont's campus contains the oldest buildings in Gatlinburg and comprises two historic…
Exhibition on Display: Art of Detailing
Focus Gallery Exhibition featuring five members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, located upstairs at the Folk Art Center. February 23-May 20, 2024. Featured Artists: Judy Ott - fiber Kelsey Schissel – clay Kathryn Adams – glass Michael and Ruth Fischer Rutkowsky – clay Peter Werner – brooms The Focus Gallery is located on the…
Pottery Demo at the Folk Art Center
Potter Laurey-Faye Dean will be demonstrating throwing, trimming, and adding handles to pots in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Crochet Demo at the Folk Art Center
Rita de Maintenon will be demonstrating heritage crochet lace techniques, with project samples of the various types, and an extra chair in her booth for curious visitors who might want some hands-on fun! You will find Rita in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch…
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Embroidery Demo at the Folk Art Center
Laura Gaskin will be demonstrating how she "paints with stitches" to create her captivating images. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest…
Mixed-Media Sculpture Demo at the Folk Art Center
Michelle Tway will be demonstrating the various techniques, and sharing all the different materials she uses to create her mixed media bird sculptures. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their…
4 events,
Jewelry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Priscilla Frake will be demonstrating two steps in how she creates her copper jewelry: assembling, and applying the colorful patinas. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead…
3 events,
Bamboo Fly Rod Demo at the Folk Art Center
Sam Johnson will be demonstrating how he creates beautiful and strong fly-fishing rods from bamboo. He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Macramé Demo at the Folk Art Center
Jim Gentry will be demonstrating how he creates colorful, intricate bracelets and neck pieces from cotton, hemp, and beads. He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for…
3 events,
Fiber Demo at the Folk Art Center
Jen York will be demonstrating a variety of fiber techniques: shibori dyeing in Indigo; free-motion thread painting and applique for apparel and home décor; and intricate paper cutting and illustration for mixed media artworks. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch…
Basketry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Susan Taylor will be demonstrating various basket weaving techniques, as well as discussing the role of baskets in society and throughout history. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative…
4 events,
Meet the Guild: Zoom Conversations!
Meet the Guild: Zoom Conversations!
Are you interested in joining the Southern Highland Craft Guild? Or maybe you just want to learn more about America's oldest craft guild? Join us for this free Zoom event where you'll meet the Guild's staff, committee chairs, and other members as they talk about the benefits of being a Guild member, the jury process,…
3 events,
Pottery Demo at the Folk Art Center
Julie Calhoun-Roepnack of JCR Designs will be demonstrating the techniques she uses to create her textured, colorful, and pictorial pottery. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead…
3 events,
Pottery Glazing Demo at the Folk Art Center
John Turner will be demonstrating his innovative glazing techniques, as well as discussing how he fires his wheel-thrown pots in a raku kiln (he'll have photos, but the firing is not part of the demo) to achieve different results on both glazed and unglazed surfaces. John will be in the lobby of the Folk Art…
6 events,
Exhibition on Display: Class of 2024 – Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program
The Southern Highland Craft Guild opens its Main Gallery exhibition at the Folk Art Center showcasing the Graduating Class of 2024 of Haywood Community College’s Professional Crafts Program on May 11th. Located on the second floor until September 18th, the show continues the historical relationship between the Southern Highland Craft Guild and Haywood, an educational…
Fiber Day
Fiber Day
From sheep shearing to wearable textiles – learn about the many processes of fiber art. Guild Members and friends will demonstrate a variety of techniques during this free community event. Visitors will get a close-up look and enjoy interactive demonstrations. Visitors can bring their own handiwork, whether it be crochet, embroidery, or spinning. Bring a…
Mother’s Day Tea Party at Biltmore Village
Mother’s Day Tea Party at Biltmore Village
Join us for our 2nd Annual Mother's Day Tea Party at the Southern Highland Craft Guild in Biltmore Village! We will be displaying all manner of teapots, pitchers, cups and glasses, and serving hot and cold tea with traditional teatime goodies. Located at 26 Lodge Street (in historic Biltmore Village), Asheville, NC. For more information…
4 events,
Needle Felting Demo at the Folk Art Center
Lorraine Cathey will be demonstrating how she "paints" landscapes using colored wool roving and a barbed felting needle. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the…
4 events,
Wooden Flute Demo at the Folk Art Center
Lee Entrekin will be demonstrating the making and playing of wooden and bamboo Native American-style flutes. Lee will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates:…
4 events,
Jewelry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Noel Yovovich will be demonstrating her jewelry techniques using anodized titanium, silver, and wire. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Polymer Clay Demo at the Folk Art Center
Irene Semanchuk will be demonstrating various techniques she uses to create color and texture on her polymer clay switch plates and clocks. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative…
4 events,
Broom Making Demo at the Folk Art Center
Second-generation broom maker, Marlow Gates will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian broom-tying in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Broom Making Demo at the Folk Art Center
Peter Werner will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian broom-tying techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Woodcarving Demo at the Folk Art Center
Ronnie McMahan will be demonstrating how he carves a realistic wild turkey feather, as well as discussing various woodcarving and finishing techniques. He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about…
4 events,
Basketry Workshop: Cat Head Basket
Basketry Workshop: Cat Head Basket
Interested in the craft of basketry? Southern Highland Craft Guild member, Susan Taylor, will be hosting multiple basketry classes in 2024 at the Folk Art Center! Join Susan for a Cat Head Basket-making class! Tuesday, May 21 10:00am-4:30pm Folk Art Center Boardroom To register, call or text Susan at 828-284-5524 Fee: $95 – includes all…
3 events,
Wood Surface Design Demo at the Folk Art Center
Valerie Berlage will be demonstrating the surface treatments she uses to create her joyful textured, painted, and assembled wall hangings, mirrors, ornaments, and boxes. Val will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about…
4 events,
Pottery Demo at the Folk Art Center
Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating wheel-throwing, as well as some carving and burnishing which change the surface of the pots. She will also explain how she fires her pots in a raku kiln (she'll have photos, but the firing is not part of the demo) to achieve different results on both glazed and unglazed pots.…
Exhibition on Display: Hand Over Matter
Focus Gallery Exhibition featuring five members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, located upstairs at the Folk Art Center. May 24-August 19, 2024. Featured Artists: Billy Bernstein - glass Christine Smith – wood Tamela Wells - jewelry Robert Milnes - clay Pam Grainger Gale - fiber The Focus Gallery is located on the second level…
5 events,
Basketry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Susan Taylor will be demonstrating various basket weaving techniques, as well as discussing the role of baskets in society and throughout history. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative…
Basketry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Susan Taylor will be demonstrating various basket weaving techniques, as well as discussing the role of baskets in society and throughout history. She will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative…
Quilting/Sun Printing Demo at the Folk Art Center
Sandra Rowland will be demonstrating sun-printed fabric outside of the Folk Art Center's entrance. In the event of rain or a really cloudy day Sandy will be inside demonstrating how to make a Magic Carpet, so you may be praying for rain during her 2-day stint! Demonstrations are held in the lobby of the Folk…
4 events,
Jewelry Demo at the Folk Art Center
Rachelle Davis will be demonstrating how she uses a jeweler's saw to create intricate images in silver, which form the "back" of her one of a kind pendants. Rachelle will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators…
Pottery Demo at the Folk Art Center
Rodney Leftwich will be demonstrating traditional pottery techniques inspired by nineteenth century and early twentieth century styles. He will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process! Call ahead for the latest…
5 events,
Macramé Demo at Moses Cone Manor
Jim Gentry will be kicking off the Moses Cone demonstration season with his macramé art, and how he creates colorful, intricate bracelets and neck pieces from cotton, hemp, and beads. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions…
6 events,
Mini Craft Fair at the Folk Art Center
Mini Craft Fair at the Folk Art Center
Please join us on June 1st for this event! In the lower level parking lot of the Folk Art Center, Guild members will have an opportunity to share their creative efforts with the public in an outdoor carefully-spaced layout. Visitors can shop for a variety of fine craft of different disciplines: bladesmithing, glassblowing, wheel-thrown and…