Lunch and Learn with Dwight Holland

Tuesday, February 22, 2011:

12:00am - 1:00pm

Dwight Holland will visit with the Randolph Arts Guild for a special "Lunch & Learn."

This year's Potters' Conference features Jingdezhen Porcelain Masters. Prior to the March 4 -- 6 Conference, Dwight Holland will offer a primer of this ancient art form originating in Jingdezhen, China. The revered porcelain is known for being thin and white, with high contrast blue accents. Lunch and Learn will feature a slide presentation from Mr. Holland's 2008 excursion to Jingdezhen. Join us -- and bring a lunch.

Lunch and Learn is from noon -- 1pm, Tuesday, February 22 in the Sarah Smith Self Gallery at the Randolph Arts Guild, 123 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro.

For more information about this or other windows to the arts in Randoph County, call the Randolph Arts Guild at 336-629-0699 or visit us at www.RandolphArtsGuild.com.

Tea at the Randolph Arts Guild

Friday, February18th at 4:00 pm

At the Randolph Arts Guild

Mrs. Zhi Fen Yang Lane will offer a brief immersion into Chinese culture. She was born in Shanghai, China and moved to Ramseur 14 years ago. Mrs. Lane taught Chinese and Mandarin Language classes at the Randolph Community College. This is a great opportunity to casually prepare for the North Carolina Potters Conference and to impress your friends. Mrs. Lane will share Chinese culture, customs and provide you an opportunity to learn a few simple Chinese phrases. She will also be available to answer questions you may have. It all takes places at your window to the arts in Randolph County,

The Randolph Arts Guild, 123 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. For more information call 629-0399

A five dollar donation is suggested for this event.

Lunch and Learn at the Randolph Arts Guild

Image of Ron Philbeck at the Moring Arts Guild. The images were provided by Ron and this one was taken by John E. Abernethy

Join the Randolph Arts Guild on Tuesday September 28th, from 12pm to 1pm as they host their popular “Lunch and Learn” series. From Within to the Surface artists Amy Sanders and Ron Philbeck will answer questions and share information about their ceramic processes and experiences. The event is free. Please bring your own lunch.

From Within to the Surface is an exhibition of new ceramic works by Julie Wiggins, Amy Sanders, Ron Philbeck, Jennifer Mecca, Adrienne Dellinger, and Greg Scott. The exhibition is ongoing through September 28th, 2010.

These six ceramic artists have shown regionally and nationally together over the past five years. This exhibition of new work features both decorative ceramics as well as utilitarian items. Styles range from wood fired stoneware to decorated porcelain and earthenware. The title of the exhibition, From Within to the Surface, reflects the methods in which these artists create strong clay forms that are married to various decorative and/or surface treatments. Examples include multiple and layered glaze, mishima inlay, sgraffito, sprigged colored clay, and clay textured surfaces. Over 50 pots are be featured.

For additional information contact the Randolph Arts Guild at 336-629-0399 or visit www.RandolphArtsGuild.com. The Guild is located at 123 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203.

To read and see more images of "From within to the Surface" exhibition both Ron Philbeck and Jen Mecca have wonderful blog posts that capture the evening and set up at the Sara Self Gallery.

Here are two clay baskets by Amy Sanders

Horizons-Millie Whitley at the Artifex Gallery

Opening Friday August 13th at the ARTifex Studio School and Gallery, from 6-8:30pm, 401 N. Main St. in Troy.

RSVP: beverly@theartifexstudio.com

Mary Anderson writes in the Courier Tribune,

"TROY — An exhibit of paintings by local artist Millie Whitley will open at the ARTifex studio school and gallery in Troy on Monday, Aug. 13. The opening reception will be on Friday, Aug. 13 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the gallery, 401 N. Main St., Troy. The public is invited to meet the artist and preview the exhibit."

.......“I am fascinated with shapes and their relationship to each other. Textures intrigue me and I try to use visual textures and color to evoke feelings,” Whitley said. “Most of my work is nostalgic, bringing with it memories and mysteries of another time or experience.”

To read more of this article visit the Courier Tribune, Asheboro.

Stick to it – Invited Artists at the Sara Self Gallery

This image is from Randolph Arts Guild's website

Stick To It! Opening Reception - Tomorrow Night!

The Randolph Arts Guild - Sara Smith Self Gallery

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Featuring art work from invited artists, inspired by and made out of duct tape.

(The date was incorrect in the Get This! calendar last week so please remind your friends that the reception will be tomorrow, TUESDAY night.)

Art on Sunset in downtown Asheboro

May 8th, 2010 in downtown Asheboro, NC

Every Spring the Randolph Arts Guild is proud to hold this fine arts and crafts juried show, featuring the work of 30+ artists and artisans. This year we are excited to be partnering with the City of Asheboro and Habitat for Humanity to put together and even stronger event called ART MAY-HAM.

David Stuempfle at The Sara Smith Self Gallery

Opening Reception is on Tuesday evening, May 4, from 5:30-7:30.

David Stuempfle will be showing his work from May 3 - 27 at the Sara Smith Self Gallery. The Sara Smith Self Gallery is part of the Randolph Arts Guild in Asheboro, NC. This gallery is located downtown on Sunset Ave. To see the upcoming list of exhibitions visit the Randolph Art Guild's website.

Forever These Lands: A Matter of Perspective"

Opening Reception will be held Feb 2 from 5:30 pm -7:30 pm at the Moring Arts Center in downtown Asheboro, NC on Sunset Dr.

A pictorial Collaboration between Piedmont Land Conservancy and Piedmont Outdoor Painting Society.

This show is on exhibit from Feb. 1 - Feb. 26

For more details about the Randolph County Arts Guild visit their website.

North Carolina Potters Conference-March2010

North Carolina Potters Conference at the Randolph County Arts Guild

March 5 - 7, 2010 at Morings Arts Center

This year's conference will feature demonstrations and discussions by the following internationally renown potters:

Lorna Meaden, Durango, CO

Bruce Cochrane, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Sara Jaeger, Helena, MT

Jeff Zamek, Southampton, MA

Ayumi Horie, Cottekill, NY

Elaine Olafson Henry, Sheridan,WY

Registration

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Pre-Registration is Required!

Registration: $175.00 per person

Registration is limited to 175 persons

Photographer Rick Smith gives talk at Asheboro Library

Tonight(Thursday) January 14 at the Asheboro Library

Award-winning photographer Rick Smith will show images from his new book, "Vanishing Icons", at a Friends of the Library program, 7 p.m. Thursday, January 14, at the Asheboro library. Vanishing Icons, published by Lonesome Oaks Press, shows images captured over 30 years in 17 states and three countries depicting weathered barns, farm houses, farm equipment and other “icons” of the rural countryside. Smiths says the photographs are silent witness to a fading rural landscape. Smith will sell and sign copies of his book after his presentation. Now a North Carolina resident, Michigan native Smith honed his skill working in one of the largest photography studios in Detroit. After moving to North Carolina in the early 1970s, he opened an operated a commercial advertising studio for over 25 years. He has lectured at the Rochester Institute of Technology and is a regular lecturer, workshop leader and contributor in the Randolph Community College photography program.

Randolph Arts Guild: Artists Hang Up Today!--Dec. 11

Deliver Work- Friday, December 11^th, 2009 (10am – 6pm)
Opening Reception – Tuesday, December 15^th, 2009 (5:30pm – 7:30pm)
Exhibition dates – November, December 15^th – 31^st, 2009

Have you ever thought about having your artwork hang in a gallery? Well this is your chance. In December, the Randolph Arts Guild is opening its gallery for artists of all media and from all walks of life to share their works of art with the community. The premise is simple; each artist is allowed to bring a piece of his or her art to hang up and display.

Whether you’re an amateur or a professional, or even if this is the first work of art you’ve ever created, this is the prefect time to share it with others. All works are to be delivered on Dec. 11^th, 2009 from 10am – 6pm, with the artist’s name, address, and title on the back. If the work is for sale, please list the price, but know that 25% of the sale price goes to support the Randolph Arts Guild.

The Opening Reception will be held, December 15^th, 2009 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Please note that these dates differ from the published 2009 Sara Smith Self Gallery schedule and as always the opening reception will be free and open to the public.

Sunset Theatre

For the month of December there are X-mas and family movies scheduled at the Sunset Theatre which is located in downtown Asheboro. The all time best movie It is a Wonderful Life starts off the series tonight at 7:00pm and 9:15pm ($5.00 includes small popcorn and drink). Don't we all remember Zuzu's petals?! To see more of the schedule and a bit of history check out the Sunset Theatre website.

CELEBRATION in Honor of PHILIP SHORE

Friday, September 25, 2009

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Moring Art Center

Sara Smith Self Gallery

“Philshoreanese translation”

Ladies and Gentlemen, Come one, come all, to see the world’s largest miniature gathering. Come see for yourselves the Grand Poobah, the Mystic of the Arts, the man of many colored coats, the wearer of many hats, beards, and other forms of ornamentations, the carrier of many “plagues”, THE ONE, THE ONLY ( there can only be one), HIGH EXALTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR”EMERITUS”

Philip Linus Shore, III

Fifteen years of service

*shipping and handling not included

*void where prohibited

The "Go Wild In Asheboro" Sweepstakes

Located at the geographic center of the state, Asheboro and Randolph County are “the heart of North Carolina” in many ways. The region is loaded with scenic beauty, arts and crafts, shopping, fine dining, and much more. Asheboro is also home to the NC Zoo, one of the largest natural habitat zoos in the US. And just to the south of Asheboro is Seagrove, where generations of artisans have molded functional and beautiful pottery from the North Carolina clay.

Now, you can win a trip for four to this iconic NC community. The winner will receive:

• Four tickets to the North Carolina Zoo
• Two night stay for up to four people at the new Fairfield Inn & Suites in Asheboro
• Zoo gift basket including a bottle of wine from Zimmerman Vineyards and a beautiful Seagrove Orchid
• Guided tour of King’s Pottery in Seagrove – watch potters turn or try your hand at the wheel and glaze your own piece of pottery (up to four pieces)
• Four tickets to the Richland Creek Zip Line Canopy Tour
• One complimentary round of golf for up to four at Tot Hill Farm Golf Club
• Restaurants: $50 gift certificate to Something Different Steaks & Kabobs; $100 gift certificate to Timothy’s Fine Dining; $50 gift certificate to The Flying Pig
• $500 travel voucher

Enter today! The sweepstakes ends September 30, 2009.

Giraffe Feeding at the North Carolina Zoo

Heads up! The North Carolina Zoo is opened a new giraffe feeding station on June 6, 2009. You'll be able to get eye-to-eye with these long-legged giants, an experience you'll never forget.

Open daily 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting June 6, 2009

Located at the Forest Edge exhibit, African region

The deck has a beautiful treetop view so it's a great place for group photos and for viewing our large herd of giraffes.

Mike Durham to throw pots in library as artist series concludes

Artist and educator Mike Durham will create pottery at the Asheboro Public Library in the last demonstration for the Summer Artist Series, 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, July 28.

Durham currently works in salt-glazed pottery, found object sculpture and habitat design for nature science centers. A former N.C. Art Educator of the Year, he has taught art, pottery, sculpture and photography in the Guilford and Randolph County schools, and has instructed pottery at Randolph and Montgomery community colleges.

He currently serves as president of the Randolph Arts Guild, and assists in the planning and organization of the N.C. Pottery Conference.

The artist series has brought local performers and artists to the library on Tuesday afternoons to demonstrate their work for the public. The demos are free and the public is invited to observe.

The series is part of the “Express Yourself @ Your Library” Summer Reading Program for teens, and is supported by the Friends of the Library.

Asheboro's Downtown Farmer's Market

Downtown Asheboro's Farmer's Market Open for the Season

Hours are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 7:00am-1:00pm