SPRING FLING ART SALE Takes Place May 1, 2021, in High Point, NC

Local Triad artists will come together on Saturday, May 1, 2021, for a SPRING FLING ART SALE at 1104 N Rotary Dr., High Point NC 27262. Join us from 10am – 4pm for the perfect kick off to Mother’s Day shopping. We will have artwork from local painters Kathryn Cushwa Gerace and Jennifer Donley, and handmade pottery by Kelly Brooke Pottery. Also featured will be Carolina Red Café with locally roasted coffee and baked goods.


View of booth for Kelly Brooke Howard

Kathryn Cushwa Gerace is a High Point native. Gerace was raised surrounded by creativity. With an interior designer turned art teacher as a dad and a self-taught seamstress and a jack of all trades for a mother, it was inevitable that she would be a creative type. From an early age, Gerace constantly created. Through years of hard work and with a formal education, she is truly becoming a master of her craft. Ethel B Designs specializes in custom watercolors, hand painted family portraits, digital art prints, note cards and greeting cards. Our main goal is to make art affordable for all! “Creating art to capture your life moments and joy while brightening your home with pops of color.” (https://ethelbdesigns.square.site/)

Jennifer Donley is an artist and teacher at Theatre Art Galleries in High Point and Creative Aging Network-NC in Greensboro. “I have found art to be a universal language that we all speak. I am a firm believer in all of the therapeutic benefits that art has to offer. If you don’t enjoy making art, then you just haven’t found your medium yet! I am a mixed media artist. Acrylics, ink, torn paper, collage and watercolor are just a few of the mediums that I use to express myself. My compositions are an exercise in creativity and an exploration of color and movement. Light, both figuratively and literally, is a recurrent theme throughout my work,” says Donley.

Kelly Brooke Howard lives in High Point and has been a professional potter for 23 years. Her training began at Converse College and continued at the Penland School of Crafts. All of Howard’s unique handmade pottery is wheel thrown and/or hand built from a North Carolina porcelain clay body sourced from Asheville, NC. She uses a centuries old embossed style of surface decoration known as sprigging where she applies hand carved dragonflies and flowers individually to the leather hardened pots and fired with custom glazes. All of the work is very durable, food safe, microwave, and dishwasher safe. (https://www.etsy.com/shop/KellyBrookePottery).

Carolina Red Café’s owner, Rodney Byerly, is a High Point local. Carolina Red Café serves up fresh organic and fair-trade coffees locally roasted in small batches as well as a variety of tea offerings and baked goods from Beloved Bake Shoppe. “The main purpose is to honor the life and legacy of my Mother – a life she dedicated to providing love, care, and laughter to others, especially in their times of most need. Many aspects of this business have been devoted to show appreciation for things she enjoyed most, such as her love for the color red, Christmas, and of course coffee. So, as you enjoy your next cup, know your support of Carolina Red Café has great significance!

We look forward to seeing you at this fun outdoor event which will be held at 1104 N Rotary Dr, High Point, NC 27262. Please wear a mask.

For further info contact Kelly Brooke Howard by calling 828/817-3370; e-mail to (kellybrookehoward.myrandf.com). or visit (www.kellybrookepottery.com).

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, Call for Entries for “THE BICYCLE: Art Meets Form” – Deadline July 26, 2019

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, is pleased to host its annual juried art exhibit titled “THE BICYCLE: Art Meets Form” opening August 27th and on view until October 4th, 2019. This is the fourth year for the exhibit and it will be held in conjunction with the 2019 Bobby Labonte Foundation Charity Bike Ride (https://bobbylabontefoundation.org/) in downtown High Point. The Opening Reception will be held on September 5th from 5:30 – 7:30pm at TAG. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

The exhibition will feature original works of art by artists from across the US and all of the art must relate in some way to bicycles or cycling. Interested artists will find the Entry Procedure for submitting art work and additional information at (http://tagart.org/call-for-artists-2/) or by calling the TAG office at 336/887-2137. Prizes will be awarded during the Opening Reception on September 5th for First Place:  $500, Second Place:  $250, and Third Place:  $100.

Work by Lee Casey, 1st Place from 2018 event

The deadline for entries is July 26, 2019.

Theatre Art Galleries is located in downtown High Point at 220 E. Commerce Ave., in High Point, NC. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from noon-5pm.

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, Calls for Bicycle Art – Deadline July 25, 2018

The Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, is pleased to host the annual Juried Invitational Art Exhibit titled “THE BICYCLE: Art Meets Form” opening August 30th and on view until September 28th, 2018. This is the fourth year for the exhibit and it will be held in conjunction with the High Point Cycling Classic benefiting the Bobby Labonte Foundation in downtown High Point. The Opening Reception will be held Thursday, September 6th from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at TAG. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

Work by Margot Holloman

The exhibition will feature original works of art by artists from across the US and all of the art must relate in some way to bicycles or cycling. Interested artists will find the Entry Procedure for submitting art work and additional information at (http://tagart.org/call-for-artists-2/) or by calling the TAG office at 336/887-2137. Prizes will be awarded during the Opening Reception on September 6th for First Place: $1000, Second Place: $500, and Third Place: $250.

The deadline for entries is July 25, 2018.

The High Point Cycling Classic is one of the most well attended and celebrated sports and entertainment events in High Point, North Carolina’s history. Founded in 2010 by avid High Point cyclists Chip Duckett, Randy Carda and Rodney Simpson, the High Point Cycling Classic quickly became one of the community’s most anticipated gatherings. The High Point Cycling Classic and the Bobby Labonte Foundation generates substantial funds available as grants to community nonprofit organizations. All of your entry fees, sponsorship dollars, ticket purchases and any other dollar you spend at the Classic will go right back out to families here in our neighborhoods and benefit building stronger futures for our children!

For more information about the weekend visit (http://highpointcyclingclassic.com) or (http://bobbylabontefoundation.org).

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, Calls for Entries for the “The Bicycle: Art Meets Form” Exhibition – Deadline July 31, 2017

Theatre Art Galleries, located in the High Point Theatre in downtown High Point, NC, and representing High Point’s only non-profit organization dedicated to the visual arts, today announced that “The Bicycle: Art Meets Form” exhibit will return, for the first time since 2014, from Aug. 29 through Sept. 22, 2017, in conjunction with the Sept. 9 return of the High Point Cycling Classic benefiting the Bobby Labonte Foundation.

Theatre Art Galleries, who will transform the Main Gallery and the Hallway Gallery into a bike-themed exhibit, has announced a call-to-artists, who are 18 years of age or older, to submit art, relating in some way, shape or form, to bicycles or cycling, with a maximum of three entries allowed, in any medium, including photography. Work, which must be entered by July 31st, must be original and completed within the last ten years. Judging will be conducted from digital images, with awards selected from the original works of art.

Entry Forms are available at (www.tagart.org), and can be found under “For Artists”. Two entry procedures are available, e-mail and mail, each with a non-refundable fee of twenty dollars. Artists may call the Theatre Art Galleries office at 336/887-2137, or e-mail to (info@tagart.org), for more information, to request an entry form and to pay with a credit card. Artists may also enter and pay online at (http://tagart.org/call-for-artists-2/) or mail a check, payable to Theatre Art Galleries, along with the entry form, to 220 East Commerce Avenue, High Point, NC 27262.

Notifications will be sent out by Aug. 8, and work will need to be dropped off between Aug. 16 – 18, between noon and 5pm each day.

The Theater Art Galleries exhibit, and opening, is made possible through a generous donation by long time TAG supporters Carolyn and Donald Shaw. Prize money will be given to First Place ($1,000), Second Place ($500) and Third Place ($250) Winners, along with additional non prize money winning Honorable Mentions.

Jeff Horney, Theatre Art Galleries Executive Director indicated “everyone in High Point is excited about the return of the Cycling Classic in September. Theatre Art Galleries looks forward, once again, to welcoming cycling lovers and art lovers to experience a thrilling weekend. With our location in the heart of the action, we are an integral part of the event. Our exhibits will focus on ‘all things cycling’ and will include works from all media. The variety of art will prove to be a real crowdpleaser.”

In partnership with the Bobby Labonte Foundation, the City of High Point, NC, as well as USA Cycling and the Carolinas Cycling Association, the Sept. 9 High Point Cycling Classic will combine a fundraising ride in the morning with the exciting action of criterium racing in the afternoon and into the evening in downtown High Point, North Carolina. High Point Cycling Classic criterium racers, as well as Bobby Labonte Charity Bike Ride participants, can now visit (www.highpointcyclingclassic.com) to register for either event.

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, Offers Opportunity for Muralists and Public Art – Deadline Apr. 7, 2017

Theatre Art Galleries (TAG), in High Point, NC, is seeking artists to design murals for potential sites (exterior walls) in High Point. The designs will be part of an exhibit revolving around public art to be held at TAG, with prize money and potential opportunities for execution of winning mural designs.

Objective: Generate interest in and raise awareness of public art by presenting an exhibit showcasing the design concepts of muralists.

Brian’s Frog Mural

Date of exhibit:  June 1 – August 4, 2017

Concept: Potential sites (walls) will be identified and photographed by TAG.

Selected artists may design for a specific wall (to be assigned by TAG prior to the design work) or may choose to submit a design that will then be superimposed on a wall at TAG’s discretion (after the design is submitted.)

TAG will superimpose designs onto photographs and enlarged on foamcore for exhibit

Interested artists should submit images of previous mural work along with contact information to info@tagart.org.  Full information is listed on the website (www.tagart.org).

Timeframe:

March 17-April 7:  Call to artists

April 11: Selected artists notified

April 12-May 10:  Artists design

May 11:  Art submitted to TAG (deadline)

May 12-24:  Exhibit prepared (photographs enlarged with art superimposed)

May 25:  Exhibit installed

June 1:  Opening Reception

August 3:  Exhibit ends

Prize money:

1st place:  $500

2nd place:  $250

3rd place:  $100

Winners to be determined by impartial committee appointed by TAG.  Artists will retain all rights to their artwork.  Designs are for exhibit only and not for actual execution, although in some cases that could be a possibility.

For more information or questions please contact Jeff Horney, Executive Director, at 336/887-2137.

Come on Out to Uptowne High Point, NC, and visit Kelly Brooke Pottery at “High Point City Limits – 1859” – May 14, 2016

A Street Festival Celebrating the Art, Music, and Historic Preservation of North Carolina: Saturday, May 14, from 10am-5pm. Presented by the High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Viva La Art Committee. Whether you’re traveling solo or with family and friends, get yourself to the 100 blocks of East and West Farriss Avenues in the heart of Uptowne High Point for a fun-filled day celebrating art, music and history! Enjoy, and share with your children and grandchildren, the unique history of North Carolina, one of America’s original thirteen colonies!

Have a selfie made with policemen and firemen in vintage uniforms. The Krispy Kreme Cruiser will be there! Puddingstone Music Group performs with 18th C. instruments. Students from St. Mary’s Music Academy will be playing in the sanctuary. Listen to local musicians on the city stage. The Scrap Exchange will offer art classes utilizing recycled materials. Arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, and more provide a festive day on the town! 100 Block of East & West Farriss Avenues. Free, open to all, no reservation required. Click the link blow for more information on all of the events:

For further info visit (http://theoldnorthstatehp.com/event-schedule/).

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, will host its Annual Gala and Art Auction – Apr. 29, 2016

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, will host its Annual Gala and Art Auction on Friday, April 29, 2016, from 6:30 – 9:30pm at the home of Ashley and Braxton Culler, 1004 Country Club Drive, in High Point. The TAG Gala is a lovely spring evening full of original art and silent auction items generously donated by businesses and artists, both local and nationwide. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres from Southern Roots, a full bar, and some light jazz.

There will be approximately 150 works of art available for bidding from over 50 artists. In addition there will be over 100 silent auction items and gift certificates to area restaurants, spas, salons, and other area service providers.

The Gala is TAG’s largest fundraiser of the year and it helps support their many education and outreach programs and ongoing exhibits. TAG hosts 16-20 exhibitions of visual art annually including art from over 25 area schools in the interactive Kaleidoscope Youth Gallery. Crucial to TAG’s mission are the education programs and outreach services. During the school year, TAG offers art classes for children and adults, and the summer months provide a unique selection of specially designed visual art camps. TAG also sponsors community outreach art programs within our local schools, specialty summer art workshops taught in Spanish and an afterschool art program with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater High Point, including two weeks of summer camp taught on site.

This year’s raffle painting is titled “Fort Fisher Sunset”, generously donated by the artist, Joan Farrenkopf. The original oil on canvas painting (24” x 18”) has a retail value of $1200. Raffle tickets are $15 each or available in a package of 10 for $100, and may be purchased through the TAG website (www.tagart.org). You do not need to be present to win.

Ticket prices for the event are $50 for TAG members and $60 for non-members and may be purchased through the website (www.tagart.org).

For more information please call the TAG office at 336/887-2137.

Theatre Art Galleries in Highpoint, NC, Offers Lunch N Learn on Public Sculpture in North Carolina by Maryrose Carroll – Mar. 10, 2016

Come enjoy a lunch catered by Pepper Moon and hear award-winning sculptor and author, Maryrose Carroll, share her wealth of knowledge on public sculpture in North Carolina, on Thursday, Mar. 10, 2016. Buffet opens at 11:45am, talk ends at 1:15pm in Gallery B, at Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC.

For nearly 30 years, Maryrose Carroll has been a figure of central interest and importance in the expansion of American sculpture during the period. Her towering public sculptures are located in Charlotte, Hickory, and Fayetteville, NC, and in Illinois and California. Her sculpture is in museum collections in Chicago and Springfield, IL, Hartford, CT, Dayton and Oxford, OH.  She has taught at Northwestern University and Appalachian State University. Carroll is also a poet and author. Her second book, Beats Me, has been selected as a “100 Notable 2015” book by Shelf Unlimited, an award-winning, online magazine.

Join TAG as we benefit from Carroll’s years of experience as a sculptor, speaker, and writer on a visual journey of public sculpture in North Carolina.

This project is made possible by funding from the North Carolina Humanities Council, a statewide nonprofit and affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

The lecture is free and open to the public. Lunch is optional, payable to TAG when you register. $12 includes sandwich/wrap, sides, drink and dessert. Contact Frances Griffith with questions at 336/878-7850 or e-mail to (frances@tagart.org).

Theatre Art Galleries is located at 220 E. Commerce Ave., High Point, NC 27260

To register, call TAG at 336/887-2137 or go online to (www.tagart.org/events).

Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, Offers Art Trip to Durham, NC – Nov. 4, 2015

Join Theatre Art Galleries in High Point, NC, for a day of art in Durham, NC. We’ll explore Duke University’s Nasher Museum, featuring “The Enclave”, artwork from video installation artist Richard Mosse. We’ll take a tour of Nasher’s historical artwork from around the world from their permanent collection in The New Gallery and selections from their contemporary collection in the exhibit “Reality of My Surroundings”. After lunch, we’ll see the unique modern artwork at the 21c Museum Hotel. 21c features art installations by several artists created specifically for this space, including artwork using mirrors, foil, paper, light, electricity, and cigarettes. Along with their permanent collection, 21c is also exhibiting “Found@Counting House” focusing on the culture of sports and hunting trophies using found and everyday materials.

To register, call TAG at 336/887-2137 or go online to (www.tagart.org/events).

When: Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 8:30am – 4:30pm.
Where: Leave from Theatre Art Galleries, 220 E. Commerce Ave.
How: $60 for TAG members/ $65 for non-members. Admission, lunch, transportation, snacks, and wine included.

Professors Selected for Annual Art Exhibition from High Point University in High Point, NC

High Point University instructors of art Benita VanWinkle and Bruce Shores have been selected to show their work at the “Dimensions, A 50th Anniversary” exhibition at the Womble Carlyle Gallery in the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts in Winston-Salem, NC.

Out of 700 submissions, VanWinkle’s photograph “American Locomotive, 1913” and Shores’ oil painting “Silk Hope Road Field” were two of 52 artworks selected for the exhibition. Shores’ painting received the Honorable Mention award at the June 6, 2014, reception.

Presented by Associated Artists of Winston-Salem (AAWS), the annual exhibition was juried by Jean McLaughlin, Executive Director of Penland School of Crafts and former Director of Visual Arts of the North Carolina Arts Council.

Work by Benita VanWinkle

VanWinkle has been featured in Our State magazine, PainPathways magazine and other national exhibitions. Her photographs are also on display at the Darkroom Gallery in Essex Junction, VT, until June 15, 2014.

“I am very humbled and honored to be in a show with Bruce,” VanWinkle says. “His work is amazing and beautiful. His sense of light and color are delicate with a real sense of place and atmosphere coming through the paintings. We are so very fortunate to have such amazing art faculty at HPU!”

Work by Bruce Shores

Shores’ work is collected by The Weaver Foundation. His paintings have been shown at Greenhill, The Artery Gallery and in international exhibitions.

“It is an honor to show alongside one of my colleagues from the Art Department at High Point University,” says Shores. “Benita Van Winkle is an accomplished photographer with a great eye for what is essential in a photograph. I really admire her tenaciously attentive visual sensibilities.”

Established by AAWS in 1964, “Dimensions” is a national juried art exhibition that showcases outstanding visual art in two- and three-dimensional fine art media. The exhibition will run through July 7, 2014.

At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. HPU, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is a liberal arts institution with over 4,200 undergraduate and graduate students. It is ranked No.1 by “US News and World Report” in three categories: No. 1 Best Regional College in the South; No. 1 Up and Coming School in Regional Colleges in the South; and No. 1 for A Strong Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching in Regional Colleges in the South. HPU was named this year the No. 4 private school in NC for the best return on investment, and it is a 2013-14 College of Distinction. The university offers 44 undergraduate majors, 43 undergraduate minors and 11 graduate degree programs. It is a member of the NCAA, Division I and the Big South Conference.

For further information visit High Point University on the Web at (www.highpoint.edu).