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    Craft

    Creatives in the Crowd: Emma Macchiarin­i’s metalwork carries on family tradition

    Posted on June 9, 2022June 6, 2022 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The third-generation metalworker discusses her commitment to the craft.

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    Asheville’­s costume shops serve diverse community desires

    Posted on December 2, 2021December 2, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Local costume shop owners share how they got into the industry and discuss Asheville’s continued support of their businesses.

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    Local arts shops create unique holiday gifts

    Posted on December 2, 2021November 29, 2021 by Xpress Contributor

    With the holidays here, local arts and craft shops offer creative gifts for the season of giving.

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    ‘Black in Black on Black’ exhibit combines social science data with art

    Posted on November 4, 2021November 1, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The well-rounded presentation changed the way the research team and artists thought about presenting their work.

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    Creatives in the Crowd: Marshall Fisher finds infinite possibilit­ies with kaleidosco­pes

    Posted on September 30, 2021September 23, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Black Mountain-based artist discusses his history with the resurgent craft.

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    Asheville Printmaker­s unite for inaugural Invitation­al Group Show

    Posted on August 12, 2021August 9, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The independent alliance of artists broadly define the medium of “the print” to encompass a wide range of processes and content, using creative approaches both traditional and experimental.

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    Lake Monster Parade offers accessible family fun

    Posted on July 27, 2021August 2, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Aquatic creatures flock to Lake Tomahawk, two pairs of artists form new studios and more area arts news.

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    Art in Bloom and Midsummer Market highlight rural creators

    Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Black Mountain Center for the Arts continues a long-running tradition while the Madison County Arts Council starts a new one.

    2.7 K views+ArtsCraftVisual Art

    Around Town: Urban Renewal Impact website goes live

    Posted on July 6, 2021July 8, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The findings of Priscilla Robinson’s 14-year project are published, a recent Asheville High graduate earns a spot in the prestigious GRAMMY Camp and more area arts news.

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    Montford Park Players spotlight women writers in new show

    Posted on June 30, 2021July 1, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Honor Moor, Barbie Angell and Kathryn Langwell reinterpret Grimm’s fairy tales; Concerts on the Creek return to Sylva; plus more area arts news.

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    The Booth Fairy Project and Positive Signs of Love spread joy with painted slogans

    Posted on June 24, 2021June 21, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Two independent projects are bringing messages of positivity to Asheville residents, one sign at a time.

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    Around Town: Nina Simone Archive breaks ground

    Posted on May 18, 2021May 12, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Tryon gets one step closer to honoring the legendary soul singer; the Historic Resources Commission honors local champions; and more area arts news.

    4.3 K views+Art NewsArtsCraftMusicVisual Art

    Fiber nonprofit Local Cloth celebrates move to River Arts District

    Posted on May 13, 2021May 10, 2021 by Bill Kopp

    Local Cloth, an Asheville-based nonprofit composed of fiber hobbyists and full-time professionals alike, is leaving its space on the South Slope and heading to the River Arts District.

    3.3 K views+ArtsCraft

    Around town: Say Their Names

    Posted on May 4, 2021April 28, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The YMI Cultural Center and First Congregational United Church of Christ renew their partnership; Asheville Pizza & Brewing reopens its theater; and more area arts news.

    2.8 K views+Art NewsArtsCraftLiteratureMovie News & PreviewsMusicVisual Art

    Fiber artist Paris Evans grows Milkweed from Instagram to brick-and-mortar

    Posted on April 22, 2021April 19, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Charleston transplant has struck a productive balance between commissions and featuring the work of brands she respects.

    2.6 K views+ArtsCraftFashion

    RADTIP celebratio­ns aim to enhance revitalize­d river district’s future

    Posted on April 21, 2021April 21, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    City officials team with River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project partners for grand opening celebrations.

    3.4 K views2ArtsCraftDanceVisual Art

    Webinar series encourages collaborat­ion through craft

    Posted on April 6, 2021April 5, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Center for Craft’s webinar series with UNCA views vital topics through the lens of craft.

    2.6 K views+Art NewsArtsCraft

    Local artists respond to pandemic challenges in creative ways

    Posted on January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 by Bill Kopp

    Xpress caught up with three local artists to discuss how COVID-19 has altered their creative approach.

    4.0 K views+Art NewsArtsCraftLiteratureMusic

    Local arts leaders spotlight creators to watch in 2021

    Posted on January 21, 2021January 13, 2021 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Local arts leaders in various mediums identify up-and-coming or underseen peers that readers should be on the lookout for in 2021.

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    Field to Shroud seeds healthy death culture

    Posted on December 17, 2020December 14, 2020 by Gina Smith

    Burnsville resident Katherine Savage feels a unique kinship with a small patch of ground on the campus of Warren Wilson College. The 5-foot by 60-foot plot was home this year to a crop of flax, a traditional Southern Appalachian fiber plant, which she is helping process into linen that she will someday wear as her burial shroud.

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    A&E Roundup: YMI, local artists celebrate Kwanzaa

    Posted on December 17, 2020December 17, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Community leaders and local musicians bring the annual celebration of African American culture online, a local screenwriter’s film debuts online and more area arts news.

    4.5 K views+Art NewsArtsCraftDanceMovie News & PreviewsMusicVisual Art

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