“When I see pets, they’re the purist form of unconditional love and joy,” says Angela Alexander. “When I look at them, I feel those things.”
Asheville Fringe Arts Festival returns for its 18th year
More than 40 local and national acts are scheduled for this year’s Asheville Fringe. The four-day ticketed portion of the festival runs Thursday-Sunday, Jan. 23-26, with additional parties and free events taking place now through Sunday, Jan. 26.
Tarah Singh talks about personal paintings and global design initiatives
Of the exhibition #HUMAN, Singh notes, “This is probably the only time in my life I’ve created political or social [commentary] pieces. If you look back at my work, it’s nudes and romantic, lots of sensual energy, which is really important to my creative process. But I’m definitely finding spaces for broadening the conversation.”
Smart Bets: Dead of Winter
The “Dark Art show” has an opening reception on Jan. 11 at Art Garden.
Local artists and influencers recount their favorite happenings
From theater and live music to art exhibitions and literature, 2019 produces great works across genres.
Filmmaker Kira Bursky’s projections installation opens through Vibe of Asheville
The exhibition is open to the public on the second Wednesday of each month, December-June, starting Wednesday, Dec. 11.
Xpress seeks student art, writing for 2020 Kids Issues
Have you ever been on or dreamed of going on a big adventure? Then you’re in luck! For Xpress’ 2020 Kids Issues, the theme is “My Big Adventure.” Deadline is Friday, Jan. 31.
Craft fairs and holiday pop-ups offer unique gifts
Not only is purchasing handmade goods more inspirational than stressful, buying local puts more cash into the pockets of area artists and back into the local economy.
Local artist Valeria Watson explores Norse mythology
On Friday, Dec. 6, the local artist will debut her latest installation, Völuspá Vision Story, at Pink Dog Gallery. Combining drawings, paintings, sculptures and textile, the work offers a visual interpretation of “Völuspá,” the first known Norse poem.
Smart Bets: Third Thursdays
The monthly celebration of Marshall’s art scene takes place Nov. 21.
Smart Bets: Soul on Fire
The Delta House fundraiser takes place Nov. 16 at A-B Tech’s Conference Center.
CURVE Studios & Garden commemorates 30 years
When Pattiy Torno (who moved to Asheville in the mid-’80s, attracted by creative culture and health consciousness) purchased the former Standard Oil distribution center, “this was out in the middle of nowhere,” she says.
Asheville Art Museum readies for its grand reopening
The Asheville Art Museum re-opens with two major exhibitions, Intersections in American Art and Appalachia Now!
Smart Bets: Casa de Coco
Asheville-based artist Coco Villa launches her new brand on Oct. 10 at Revolve Studios.
Adé PROJECT seeks creative solutions to issues of inequity
Another aim for adé PROJECT is to work with as many artists of color as possible, using a cooperative model. “We often are left out of decision-making processes or not invited to the table where decisions are being made,” Cortina Caldwell explains.
Smart Bets: Charming Disaster
The Brooklyn-based folk-noir duo plays Asheville Julyan Davis’ Mill at Riverside studio on Sept. 24.
Smart Bets: Art in Autumn
The outdoor fine art and craft show returns to downtown Weaverville on Sept. 21.
AAAC celebrates its 40th anniversary with the Ruby Ball
The Asheville Area Arts Council’s latest color ball spotlights grant recipients in South Slope and River Arts District venues.
Local art show welcomes countywide talent
All Access Art Show invites artists and makers of all levels to showcase their work. The opening reception is Friday, Sept. 6 at The Refinery Creator Space.
Community Heritage Festival celebrates an African American neighborhood
The East End/Valley Street Community Heritage Festival offers a celebration specific to that section of town and its past and present inhabitants. Organizers will recognize the oldest living residents of the neighborhood — one is a nonagenarian — and Aggie Jean Jackson, author of two books set in Asheville’s East End, will be on hand to discuss and sign copies of her works.
Smart Bets: Up/Rooted
The collaborative multimedia project between Liz Williams and Al Murray has an opening reception Aug. 23 at REVOLVE.