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Wire Bonsai Tree Sculptures by Sarah Jane Kennedy

Bean’s Bonsai Studio’s Wire Bonsai Trees Today there are many artists that use interesting kinds of materials to make wonderful art. Wire crafting has become one of the most uncommon “common”  items used in making art sculptures. Sarah Jane Kennedy (Bean’s Bonsai Studio) creates free-standing wire bonsai trees that are crafted (twisted by hand) from 100’s of individual strands of

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Wood Bowls with Holes? 4th Generation Woodturning by Mike McKinney

Handcrafted Wood Bowls by Mike McKinney In this week’s post, Mountain Made gallery is happy to share with you the unique wood art of one of our newest additions to our gallery of local woodturners, Mike McKinney. Mike McKinney is a fourth generation woodworker who had an opportunity to work in the shop with both his dad and grandfather. His

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Experience “Bear Art” Painting with Melanie Christian

Bear Art by Melanie Christian Come join us at Mountain Made gallery in downtown Asheville this Saturday, where Melanie Christian will be creating one of her famous Bear paintings in real-time. So Why is Bear Art and Paintings so Popular here in WNC? Bears, particularly black bears, hold a significant place in the culture and mythology of the Cherokee people,

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The Magic of Alcohol Ink Paintings by Joy Dorr

Live Art Demo: Saturday, July 15, 2023 – 12 til 3PM We invite you to enjoy an wonderful afternoon discovering the magic landscapes in alcohol inks of Joy Dorr. Come watch the way Joy uses even the tiniest drops of ink and makes them flow across the page to create fun, and vibrant paintings. Joy Dorr’s Alcohol Ink Paintings &

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Explore the Expressionistic Landscapes of WNC by Elizabeth Lasley

Landscapes of  by Elizabeth Lasley As many people now know, Western North Carolina is a treasure trove of natural beauty and cultural richness. One artist, in particular, has managed to capture WNC’s mesmerizing mountain charm within her expressive landscape paintings. Elizabeth Lasley, a seasoned artist with over 25 years of experience in painting and mixed media, is deeply ingrained in

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Stained Glass Spider Webs by Kathy Goldstein

Live Art Demo – Saturday, May 27, 2023 – 12 Noon til 3 PM Creating a Splash of Stained Glass Color with  Kathy Goldstein Join us for an engaging day with the creative and renowned Stained Glass Artist, Kathy Goldstein. She’ll be gracing our gallery with her fascinating demonstration, a unique chance for you to see the magic of her

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