Bring the kids to paint June 21 at 6:30pm. $15 per child. Pick one of the designs below. These will be wooden cutouts that can be hung on their bedroom door or on their wall. Spots must be prepaid. Everything they will need will be provided. Snacks and drinks provided. Please call 828-859-9021 to register....
Come paint with The Escaped Artist at Back Alley Barn, Saulda’s Tavern, in Saluda, NC. Sip n Paint, $35, Advance registration required, call/text...
Artist Kristi Ryba will discuss her motivation, methods and processes, and other reflections on her stunningly detailed, politically reflective works. Free event but RSVP is requested at: https://www.upstairsartspace.org/event-details/artist-walk-and-talk-closing-reception...
Free lecture at Upstairs Artspace Deborah Fitzgerald, PhD will discuss how Aristotle’s view of the purpose of art fits Kristi Ryba’s vision. Kristi Ryba’s show, “Like an Epiphany” is on display through May 24 at Upstairs...
Free, all members exhibit: “Summer Song” opening reception
4-6pm, downtown Saluda on the second Saturday of the month. For more information visit: http://www.SaludaArtAlliance.com Eight galleries and nine artists have joined together to highlight the broad variety of art in the little town of Saluda. On the second Saturday of each month come explore downtown, peruse various shops and studios and enjoy light refreshments while admiring the diverse artwork on display. May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, and December 14. ...
Heartwood Gallery presents “Meet the Gallery” on Saturday, April 13, 4-6pm. Saluda artist Hannah Seng will be available for a meet and greet and will discuss her work. Eight galleries and nine artists have joined together to highlight the broad variety of art in the little town of Saluda. On the second Saturday of each month come explore downtown, peruse various shops and studios and enjoy light refreshments while admiring the diverse artwork on...
Enjoy a reading of poetry by Dasan Ahanu. The event is free but requires advance registration at: https://tryonarts.org/ A self-described introvert with a very public profession, Dasan Ahanu is a poet, cultural organizer, performing artist, and scholar. He is a Southern writer and performing artist who uses storytelling to deepen our understanding and awareness of what’s happening around us. Dasan is a visiting lecturer at UNC-Chapel Hill, an alumnus of Harvard University’s Nasir Jones Fellowship, and the 2023 Piedmont Laureate for poetry. He notes that creative artistry is embedded in the fabric of North Carolina and shows an incredible commitment to his home state. He has served various artistic leadership roles and consistently reinvests his talents. A respected recording artist, Dasan has collaborated with many Jazz, Soul, and Hip-Hop artists in North Carolina. He has published extensively, performed nationwide, and is the author of five poetry collections. Dasan has been active in poetry slam, participating in regional and national competitions as a founding member and coach of the Bull City Slam Team. He swings a mean pen and represents the SOUTH....
Sunday, April 14, 12pm at Parker-Binns Vineyard. Come paint a “Pig Pickin’ Special” with the assistance of The Escaped Artist. Advance registration is required, $30. Please call or text 828-674-8964 to sign up....
Upstairs Artspace is pleased to welcome Lynne Riding, Kristi Ryba and Mary Walker to the contemporary art gallery with an opening reception from 5-7pm. Enjoy some wine and a walk & talk with the artists. Please RSVP for this reception: https://www.upstairsartspace.org/event-details/opening-reception-2 Art exhibit is available for viewing during gallery hours March 30 – May...
