Studio Stroll 2023!
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November 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
FREE
It’s Time for Studio Stroll in the RAD!
The FREE ArtsAVL Connect trolley will be running on both Saturday and Sunday, November 11th & 12th, taking visitors to all parts of the River Arts District where they’ll find artists working in their studios, demonstrating their processes and the occasional “sips and snacks.”
Imagine the joy of finding a spectacular work of art that you may have dreamed of to light up your home, the perfect holiday gift, or a special indulgence to keep just for yourself! It’s all here my friends!
You’ll find plenty of parking as well as food and beverage options to purchase along the way where you can sit back and enjoy the view while delighting in the treasures you’ve found! Bring your family and your besties to experience this truly magical weekend together!
Highlights Include:
Meet Artists, Tess Darling and Nabil El Jaouhari!
Mark Bettis Gallery in the WEDGE Building
123 Roberts Street
Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tess and Nabil will be at the gallery demonstrating their painting processes and answering some Q & A. If you’ve ever had questions for these two amazingly talented artists, now is your time! www.markbettisgallery.com
The “Daily Painting Challenge” Paintings of Mary Bryson
Riverside Studios
174 W. Haywood Street
Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Mary participated in the “Strada Easel Challenge Daily Painting From Life Challenge” in September. Come see the 30 “dailies” she painted, as well as her larger paintings. These intimate daily paintings make memorable holiday gifts! www.marybrysonart.com
Studio Stroll & Happy Hour
Riverside Studios
174 W. Haywood Street
Open House! Saturday and Sunday, November 11th & 12th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Happy Hour! Saturday, November 11th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM
Join us for refreshments and meet the seven studio artists working in oil, acrylics, mixed media and paper mache.
Second Saturdays in the Canopy at Art Garden AVL
Riverview Station
191 Lyman Street, STE 316
Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Art Garden is a mutualist arts collaborative dedicated to diverse representation in the River Arts District. We are an art and plant gallery, showcasing over 60 local artists and over 100 species of plants, located on the north end of Riverview Station. With two floors of art space for exhibits, installations, workshops and classes, as well as working studios, and a garden outside, we are continually growing our vision for the space, and are excited to host a wide variety of creative events. www.artgardenavl.com
The Santorini “Imagine Pyramid” Sculpture
Marquee Gallery
36 Foundy Street
Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Spectacular opening for “Imagine” Show, featuring a five-foot raku clay sculpture inspired by John Lennon’s words, “Imagine all the people, living life in Peace.” Dee & Bruce Santorini are introducing this art that sings with hope… made to honor the peace and love vibrating through the song, “Imagine.” www.SantoriniArtStudio.com
Artist Reception for the Annual Holiday Affordable Show
Asheville Print Studio + Gallery at Riverview Station
191 Lyman Street, STE 108
Saturday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM
Join printmakers for our annual affordable print show. All work is $100 or under! www.ashevilleprintstudio.com
Dimensional Landscapes Demo by Cindy Lou Chenard
362 Depot Street Studios
Saturday from 1:00 to 5:00 PM
Cindy Lou Chenard will be demonstrating her unique technique: painting on thin layers of wood creating a dimensional effect inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountains and her new works using leftover paints. Enjoy Sips and Snacks and meet our nine resident artists at 362 Depot Street Studios. www.cindylouchenard.com
Ukrainian Pysanky Egg Demonstrations
With Andrea Kulish Wilhelm in Studio A
Pink Dog Creative
344 Depot Street, Suite 100
Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 4:00 PM
Andrea Kulish Wilhelm will demonstrate the ancient technique of creating Ukrainian Pysanky Eggs. The wax resist, or batik method is done with layers of beeswax and dyes. Andrea will explain the meanings of the ancient symbols. Items in support of Ukraine will also be available. www.ashevillestudioa
Meet Artist, David Sheldon!
Mark Bettis Gallery in the WEDGE Building
123 Roberts Street
Sunday from Noon to 3:00 PM
Come to Mark Bettis Gallery where we will be featuring the talented and multi-faceted artist David Sheldon demonstrating his painting process and answering some Q & A. If you’ve ever had questions for David, now is your time! www.markbettisgallery.com
