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SUMMARY:A Feel For The Furnace: 3 Hour Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ready to start learning the basics of working with hot glass? This 3-hour workshop provides an introduction to the fundamentals of glassblowing. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the various tools and techniques used in the hot shop\, from applying color\, to shaping forms. By the end of the workshop\, each student can produce 1-3 pieces of their own glass art. There are 2 classes per day\, 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm with up to 3 students per class. \nAges 13+. Under 16 must be accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian. No experience required.
URL:https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/event/a-feel-for-the-furnace-3-hour-workshop/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:North Carolina Glass Center\, 140 Roberts Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Flameworking Sculpture in Miniature
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of using a torch and shaping soft glass while crafting an adorable glass sculpture in this 50-minute lesson. Choose your design from an array of styles including birds\, cats\, frogs\, fish\, bugs and monsters. Our flame shop instructor will adapt designs to suit your skill level. 2 students per class. \nSkill level: Beginner to Intermediate \nItems are ready to take home the next day. We can also ship for an additional fee.
URL:https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/event/flameworking-sculpture-in-miniature/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:North Carolina Glass Center\, 140 Roberts Street\, Asheville\, 28805
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:When Light Returns
DESCRIPTION:Mark Bettis Gallery is pleased to announce a new group exhibition\, When Light Returns\, starting April 11th through April 25th 2026. The exhibition draws inspiration from the arrival of spring and the quiet\, powerful renewal that follows winter’s slumber. \nWhen Light Returns explores themes of rebirth\, growth\, and awakening. As the days lengthen and warmth returns\, flowers emerge from thawed ground\, animals stir from rest\, and insects hatch—each beginning again in cycles both delicate and resilient. The works in this exhibition reflect these moments of transformation\, capturing the beauty of emergence and the promise of new beginnings. Through a variety of styles and mediums\, participating artists interpret spring not only as a season\, but as a metaphor for hope\, restoration\, and the persistence of life. \n​The exhibition will be shown at the Mark Bettis Gallery’s River Arts District location from April 11th through April 25th\, 2026 during normal business hours. There will be no opening night. \nMark Bettis Gallery hours are Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm\, Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm\, Sundays 11pm-3pm. The gallery is located in the River Arts District at 123 Roberts Street\, Asheville NC 28801. The gallery features unique and distinctive works of art in a variety of mediums including contemporary paintings\, glass\, sculpture\, and mixed media.\nFor more information about the exhibition and the gallery please visit markbettisgallery.com or contact the gallery at 828-660-4968 or markdbettis@gmail.com
URL:https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/event/when-light-returns/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Mark Bettis Gallery\, 123 Roberts Street\, Asheville\, 28801
CATEGORIES:Events
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday Open Studio Social
DESCRIPTION:Third Thursdays are opportunities for artists to network\, share ideas\, and create together with extended gallery hours! Feel free to bring supplies and work on art among community. Resident artists and outside artists are all welcome. \nEvent happens 5 pm-close\, time depending on turn out
URL:https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/event/third-thursday-open-studio-social/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Foundation Studios\, 27 Foundy St - Suite 10\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation Studios":MAILTO:foundationstudiosavl@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pysanky are a lot like Asheville- unique\, fun and colorful!\n\n\n\nIn this workshop we will be making beautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs – pysanky. You will learn the method of batik – also called wax-resist – dying. You will also be familiarized with the wide range of Ukrainian folk art traditional patterns\, designs and symbols and their history. The designs are made with beeswax which is melted in the flame of a candle and applied to the egg using a tool called a kistka. The eggs are dipped into successively darker dyes. At the end of the process the beeswax is melted off to reveal the beautiful and colorful design. You may use the traditional patterns\, or also freestyle and make up your own design. Pysanky are fun\, relaxing\, and meditative to create. And\, the symbols are all good wishes\, so it is always the perfect time to create eggs with symbols wishing for good health\, long life\, strength and protection and other good things. \n\n\n\n$75 per person (cash/check) or $78 (credit card) includes use of all supplies. Please contact me for more information or to sign up! $10 discount for WNC residents – mention code: WNC2026. \nFull schedule at https://www.ashevillestudioa.com/workshops or contact me to if you’d like to request a different date! \nEmail andreakulish [at] gmail dot com or call/text 828 423 6459 to sign up or for more info!
URL:https://www.riverartsdistrict.com/event/ukrainian-pysanky-easter-egg-workshop-9/
LOCATION:Studio A
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