The Swannanoa Valley Fine Art League in Black Mountain, NC, Offers “Art on the Lawn – Fine Art Show and Sale” – Sept. 11 & 12, 2015

“Art on the Lawn – Fine Art Show and Sale”, sponsored by the Swannanoa Valley Fine Art League takes place Friday and Saturday, Sept 11-12, 2015, in front of the beautiful Monte Vista Hotel and the historical Red House Studios & Gallery in Black Mountain, NC.

Stroll along the lawn and through the trees and enjoy the day in Black Mountain and discover – Art on the Lawn.

The event will feature original paintings, photography and unique and creative renderings from a variety of artist. Multiple sized artist prints, cards and many hand-crafted and one of a kind jewelry designs and sculpture are just a few of the items being displayed in this outdoor venue.

Then come inside the Historical Red House Studio & Gallery and experience our “48 Annual Juried Fine Art Exhibit” sponsored by The Swannanoa Valley Fine Art League. This Exhibit has become a favorite among the locals and visitors for many years.

Want to see more great artwork in one location? The Monte Vista Hotel next door is hosting “The NEW Horizons” exhibit in the Restaurant and Lobby.

There is Something here for everyone’s artistic taste.- all within a few steps of the other. “Our Goal,” said artist and Special Events Coordinator for the League, Johnnie Stanfield, “is to make our gallery and artists’ works available to everyone in the Western North Carolina area to see, appreciate and to possibly have them choose – a few pieces to be a part of their new or existing art collection. We would love to have someone start an art collection because they fell in love with a piece of art at the event. Or become an active member of our league. Or just get inspired by the energy and creativity of those exhibiting.”

“We appreciate all the support of the Black Mountain residents and those visiting from surrounding areas have given us over the years and we want to continue offering them beautiful and affordable art. This outdoor event includes art and artist throughout the western NC area.”

This is a rain or shine event… another “Art on the Lawn” outdoor art event is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24, 2015, among a canopy of Fall leaves and the smell of hot apple cider inside the RED HOUSE STUDIO & Gallery -where a new art exhibit “Carolina” will be featured.

The “ART on the Lawn” outdoor art show and indoor events are located just 1 block from downtown Black Mountain on 310 West State Street, hours are 10am-4pm both days … parking and admission is free.

For further info call Johnnie Stanfield at 828/669-0351.

The RED HOUSE Studios and Gallery in Black Mountain, NC, Calls for Participation in “Art on the Lawn” Events – Deadline is Aug. 10, 2015

There’s a new outdoor art event scheduled this Fall bringing artists and visitors together in beautiful Black Mountain, NC. The RED HOUSE Studios & Gallery is proud to announce the scheduling of two “fine art” outdoor show & sale events starting Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015. The event, called “Art on the Lawn”, will give the public an opportunity to see up to 50 talented artists from around the region, all exhibiting in one great location! The event will take place in front of The Red House and the beautiful Monte Vista Hotel on Hwy. 70-( 310 West State Street).

Editor’s Note: Changed dates. Another show is scheduled for Oct. 23 and 24, 2015, as well. “Art on the Lawn” will host “fine art” artists, photographers, 3 dimensional design artists, as well as one-of- a- kind jewelry designers. The work will be on display Friday from 10am to 4pm and Saturday from 9am to 4pm.

For more information on space rentals for this event contact: RED HOUSE Gallery, by calling 828/669-0351, or Johnnie Stanfield at 828/333-8113. This event is sponsored by the Swannanoa Valley Fine Art League serving our area for 48 years.

Deadline for exhibitors is Aug. 10, 2015.

Black Mountain Center for the Arts in Black Mountain, NC, Offers Annual Fashion Show

The Black Mountain Center for the Arts is happy to present its annual fashion show on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, at 2pm. This year’s show “Fall Fashion Forecast” features local realtors hitting the runway modeling the styles of Lucy Anne’s in Asheville. Tickets are $30 and available at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts located at 225 W. State Street in Black Mountain, NC, or by phone at 828/669-0930.

The afternoon will begin with light refreshments including a variety of iced teas and mimosas upstairs in the dance studio, followed by a high-energy runway show in the theater on the main level. The “Fall Fashion Forecast” will feature a wide range of beautiful clothing from sportswear to office attire, eveningwear to cocktail attire. One of the boutique’s owners, Lucy Stella, will emcee the event adding additional color with her detailed descriptions of the clothing. Proceeds from this year’s fashion show will benefit the many programs for children and adults at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

Don’t miss the spectacle of at least eight Swannanoa Valley Realtors strutting their stuff in styles that fit their personalities: sassy and sophisticated, classic and elegant, always confident and charismatic. Currently Kathy Begley and Sharon McConnaughy from Greybeard Realty, Dawn Wilson of Dawn Wilson Realty, Joan Hall Weaver and Vicki Dunkerley with Keller Williams, Donnette Moore of Beverly-Hanks, Amy Wilson with the Patton Property Group, and  Arts Center board chair and retired realtor Diane Hutchins will model the varied attire. The very talented and handsome Joe Dinwiddie will provide piano accompaniment throughout the event.

Door prizes will be presented to several lucky ticket holders. Last year’s event sold out and limited seating is available. Call the Black Mountain Center for the Arts now to reserve your ticket to enjoy this delightful afternoon previewing the latest styles for the season.

For more information visit (www.BlackMountainArts.org).

Appalachian Pastel Society Announces Results of 2011 Juried Member Exhibition

The Appalachian Pastel Society’s 2011 Juried Member Exhibition recently opened at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts in Black Mountain, NC. Twenty four paintings were selected from 77 submitted for review and evaluation by the Juror, Fleta Monaghan, M.Ed., of River’s Edge Studio and 310 ART Gallery, located in the River District of Asheville, NC.

Best in Show – Karen White Chambers, Candler NC

Second Place – Pam Winkler, Asheville NC

Third Place – J. Kay Gordon, Marshall, NC

First Place and Best in Show was awarded to Karen White Chambers of Candler, NC; with Second Place to Pam Winkler of Asheville, NC; and Third Place to J.Kay Gordon of Marshall, NC.  The Lorraine King Best Landscape Award went to Edward Morris of Flat Rock, NC. Honorable Mention Awards went to Karen Wylie, Spruce Pine, NC; Carol Branton Morrow, Swannanoa, NC; Barbara Kitty Williams of Bristol, TN; and Kate Thayer of Flat Rock, NC.

Best Landscape – Edward Morris, Flat Rock NC

Twenty four paintings were accepted for exhibition from member pastel artists in five states: Karen White Chambers, Candler, NC; Deborah Chase, Hendersonville, NC;  Bette Coningsby, Lake Toxaway, NC; Peggy Duncan, Bryson City, NC; J Kay Gordon, Marshall, NC; Suzanne Karnatz; Brevard, NC; Beverly Kies, Laurel Park, NC; Cindy Lidd, Asheville, NC; Carolyn Molder, Marble, NC; Edward Morris, Flat Rock, NC; Carol Branton Morrow, Sandy Nelson, Leland, FL; Zoe Schumaker, Hiawassee, GA; Marian Morrison Sinks, Black Mountain, NC; Walter Stanford, Kannapolis, NC; Kate Thayer, Flat Rock, NC; Merritt Roach, Hendersonville, NC; Nancy Biggs Thomas, Greenville, SC; Barbara Kitty Williams, Bristol, TN; Kathryn Wilson, Raleigh, NC; Pamela Winkler, Asheville, NC; and Karen Wylie, Spruce Pine, NC.

Honorable Mention Award – Karen Wylie, Spruce Pine, NC

Honorable Mention Award – Carol Branton Morrow, Swannanoa NC

Honorable Mention Award – Barbara Kitty Williams, Bristol TN

Honorable Mention Award – Kate Thayer, Flat Rock NC

Anyone wishing to learn more about the soft pastel art medium or programs, workshops and exhibitions held in western North Carolina by the Appalachian Pastel Society (APS) can visit the group’s website at (www.appalachianpastelsociety.org). Now nearly a hundred pastelists strong, APS offers bi-monthly informational programs and demos on pastel techniques, workshops, juried and non-juried exhibition opportunities for members, and sponsors National Juried Shows open to all.

The exhibition at The Black Mountain Center for the Arts will continue through Nov. 23, 2011. Gallery hours are 10am-5pm, Monday through Saturday. BMCA is located at 225 West State Street in Black Mountain, NC.

For more information, call 828/669-0930 or visit (http://www.blackmountainarts.org/).

Sculptor Julia C Burr’s Work Installed at North Carolina Veterans Park in Fayetteville, NC

Julia C. Burr, a sculptor from Black Mountain, NC, is one of six artists, and the only woman, chosen for an outdoor public art commission installed this week at the new North Carolina Veterans Park in Fayetteville, NC. This is North Carolina’s first state park dedicated to military veterans from all five branches of the armed services.

Each sculptor was tasked with interpreting a “touchstone word” and in their 3-D translation of the word must incorporate military artifacts. Julia’s word is “honor.” Her 18-foot abstract steel piece is based on the strength and growth it takes to maintain a strong moral compass. “I am excited that I was given the word honor. It is a big word, an important word – for me personally and certainly important within the powerful environment of the military,” Burr said.

Burr pointed out that after almost 30 years of experience creating concepts and designs for commercial, residential and public venues all over the world, she still approaches each project as if it were the first. “The challenge of public art is to maintain creativity while staying within the criteria of the project. Experience gives me confidence that I will find a strong solution; however, I don’t want to get too comfortable. I want my voice to be clear, but I don’t want to sing too many variations of the same song over and over. The goal is to push my comfort zone while staying true to my aesthetics. All of which is easier said than done,” Burr said.

Last year Burr completed another public commission in Asheville’s Pack Square Park: a 45’ elliptical steel railing that surrounds the observation deck. The Veteran’s Park commission exemplifies the evolution of her 3-D voice.

“In the case of the Veteran’s Park I had the opportunity to explore movement and growth in a more abstract way than I have in the past,” she said.

Attendance by political and military dignitaries and remarks by Governor Beverly Perdue, takes place July 4, 2011.

For further information call Julia Burr at 828-669-0901 or e-mail to (Burgurl@aol.com).