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“Inspiration” in the Main Gallery – Guild Members Exhibition
Inside the Main Gallery of the Folk Art Center: "Guild Member Exhibition" focuses on the members of our Guild showcasing works of fiber, paper, clay, glass, and wood.
My Happy Place | Focus Gallery Exhibition
Visit the Focus Gallery on the second level of the Folk Art Center, now featuring "My Happy Place" an exhibition of four Guild Members. Sarah Tremaine (textile / felt) Marlow Gates (natural materials) Michael Hatch (glass) Richard Flottemesch (stone sculpture) Zan Barnes (clay)
Jewelry | Live Demo
Amy Brandenburg will be demonstrating her PMC (precious metal clay) jewelry techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Fly Rods | Live Demo
Sam Johnson will be demonstrating how he creates his fly rods in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Mentoring Workshop
Mentoring Workshop
Interested in becoming a Guild Maker? Maybe you've applied and been rejected? Attend our workshop to learn what it takes to join our organization! Existing Guild Members will take you step-by-step to prepare you for the jury process: how to fill out the application, pass the image jury, and how to compose a body of…
3 events,
“Center Stage” in the Focus Gallery
On the second level of the Folk Art Center, "Center Stage" is on display in the Focus Gallery now until February 2, 2021. This exhibit features five Guild Members: Holland Van Gores, Warren Carpenter, Barbara Jones, Karen Swing, and Rob Levin. Visit the exhibit during open hours of the Folk Art Center, Tuesday -Sunday 10:00…
5 events,
Sun Printing/Quilting | Live Demo
Sandy Rowland will be demonstrating how she sun-prints fabric (weather permitting) and makes her bright, colorful quilts in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Embroidery | Live Demo
Laura Gaskin will be demonstrating how she "paints with stitches" in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Broom Making | Live Demo
Marlow Gates will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian broom making in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Basket Weaving | Live Demo
Susan Taylor will be demonstrating her basket weaving techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
The Fall Virtual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
The Southern Highland Craft Guild will continue its 73-year old tradition by hosting the Fall Virtual Craft Fair November 12-15th, 2020.
Printmaking | Live Demo
Jay Pfeil will be demonstrating the art of copper plate etching in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
5 events,
Heirloom Crochet | Live Demo
Rita de Maintenon will be demonstrating various forms of crochet in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Traditional Appalachian Weaving | Live Demo
Barbara Miller will be demonstrating her traditional weaving techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Raku Pottery | Live Demo
Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating her raku pottery techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Bead Embroidery | Live Demo
Martine House will be demonstrating her beadworking techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Glass Bead Making | Live Demo
Kim Adams will be demonstrating torchwork to make glass beads with a torch and glass rods in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Tapestry Weaving | Live Demo
Betty Hilton-Nash will be demonstrating her tapestry weaving techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Broom Making | Live Demo
Peter Werner will be demonstrating the art of broom making in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
4 events,
Raku Pottery | Live Demo
Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating throwing pots on a wheel and explaining her raku firing techniques in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
Fiber Art | Sandy Rowland
Sandy Rowland will be demonstrating her stitching and quilting techniques and talking about her love of bright colors and snazzy patterns! Demo will be in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.
3 events,
Brooms | Live Demo
Peter Werner will be demonstrating broom making in the lobby of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Call ahead for the latest updates: 828-298-7928.