D o w n t o w n D o w n t o w n 15 1 16 Patton 16 Patton Ave. – 828.236.2889 tue-Sat 11-6; May-oct: Sun 12-5 16Patton.com Original contemporary fine art by southeastern artists presented in an intimate classic gallery setting. Paintings, drawings, sculpture and fine craft for residential and private collectors. 2 alexander & Lehnert Arcade, 1 Page Ave. * Grove Suite 142 — 828.254.2010 9 5 ariel Gallery Biltmore Ave. * 19828.236.2660 Mon-Sun 11-6 ArielCraftGallery.com Celebrating 10 years, ariel Gallery is an artist owned gallery featuring compelling original works by renowned local artists in clay, furniture, glass, jewelry, fiber, wood and mixed media. 3 american Folk art and Framing 64 Biltmore Ave. 828.281.2134 Mon-Sat 10-6; Sun 12-5 AmeriFolk.com Contemporary folk art, including painting, wood fired pottery, found object sculpture, wood carving and jewelry. Providing innovative framing solutions for the preservation and presentation of fine art. 4 appalachian Craft Center 10 n. Spruce St. 828.253.8499 Mon-Sat 10-5; APR-DEC: Sun 10-2 AppalachianCraftCenter.com Come share our love of authentic mountain handicrafts. Beautiful pottery, face jugs, quilts, mountainmade toys and handmade rugs await your pleasure. All galleries are open on Art Walk Fridays. 20 Gallery A Self-Guided tour in Downtown Asheville A Self-Guided tour in Downtown Asheville www.ashevilledowntowngalleries.org www.ashevilledowntowngalleries.org Guide Walks and art Walks and art 6 asheville art Museum 2 South Pack Square 828.253.3227 Mon-Sat 10-6 AlexanderAndLehnert.com located in the historic Grove arcade, this fine jewelry gallery features the creative works of asheville artists Michele alexander and Bill lehnert. Custom orders are a specialty. Gallery Guide 4 2 tue-Sat 10-5; Sun 1-5 AshevilleArt.org Come experience the best of 20th and 21st century american art at the asheville art Museum. Get inspired and enjoy the exciting, diverse schedule of exhibitions and public programs. 14 7 asheville Gallery of art explore 22 downtown galleries, studios and museums featuring changing exhibitions and opening receptions — all located within a half mile radius. College St. ** 16828.251.5796 Mon-Sat 10-5; APR-oCt: Sun 1-4, JAn-FEB: Closed Mon AshevilleGallery-of-Art.com a partnership of 28 professional, regional artists offering original two-dimensional works from representational to abstract. 12 16 it’s no wonder asheville is ranked among the top art destinations in the country. 8 atelier Gallery n. Lexington Ave. ** 6824 College St. – 828.505.3663 3 17 sponsored by the asheville downtown Gallery association. Mon-Sat 10-6; MAY-oCt: Fri-Sat 10-7 theAtelierGalleries.com 8 7 atelier Gallery offers an eclectic range of original artwork created by local, regional and nationally collected artists. Visit one of our two downtown locations. * Asterisk marks galleries open until 8 p.m. every 1st Friday April through December. 22 18 1 5 8 11 10 15 13 17 2012 Art WAlks 19 9 the Bender Gallery All galleries listed are open the following Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m. 12 S. Lexington Ave. 828.505.8341 Mon-Sat 10:30-5; Sun 12-5; JAn-MAR: Sun-Mon by appt. theBenderGallery.com The region’s largest and most comprehensive art glass collection. Featuring both established and emerging artists from across the country as well as around the world. april 6 June 1 august 3 October 5 december 7 10 Black Mountain College Museum + arts Center 56 Broadway – 828.350.8484 tue-wed 12-4; thur-Sat 11-5 and by appt. BlackMountainCollege.org an exhibition space dedicated to exploring the history and legacy of the world’s most acclaimed experimental educational community, Black Mountain College. 3 12 13 18 11 Blue Spiral 1 16 17 Mon-Sat 10-6; Sun 12-5 BlueSpiral1.com 10 2 22 21 20 4 8 7 1 9 aSHeViLLe PriNTiNG 6 18 14 5 19 11 12 n 3 wed-Fri 12-6; Sat 12-7 and by appt. CastellPhotographyGallery.com All galleries are open on Art Walk Fridays. GraPHiC desiGN 20 22 9 CoopAsheville.com 2 St. – 828.254.9234 * 25openHaywood Seven Days woolworthwalk.com Mon-Sat 10-6; Sun 12-5 MtnMade.com Featuring the work of over 80 Western North Carolina artisans. Fine handcrafted jewelry in silver, glass and beadwork. Wonderful metal, wood and pottery pieces. local music and books. 14 Gallery Minerva 18 Susan Marie designs * Mon- thur 11-6; Fri-Sat 11-8; Biltmore Ave. – 828.277.1272 * 4Mon-Sat 10-5; Sun 1- 4 8 Biltmore Ave. – 828.255.8850 Sun 12-5 and by appt. GalleryMinerva.com 15 the Haen Gallery 21 Working Girls Studio & thur-Sat 11-6 workingGirlsStudio.com 19 Van dyke Jewelry 22 ZaPOW! Fine Crafts * Mon-Sat 10-6; Seasonal Sun hrs. 29 Biltmore Ave. – 828.281.4044 * VanDykeJewelry.com Come visit this lovely and inviting space. surround yourself with the creations of asheville’s finest local artists. enjoy impressive collections of fine jewelry by second-generation jewelry designer Chris Van dyke. 63 Haywood St. – 828.254.5088 21 Mon-Sat 10:30-6 JewelsthatDance.com Gallery 30 Battery Park, 2nd Level 828.243.0200 – 828.777.7073 Visit working studios of photographer lynne Harty and painter eli Corbin. Their gallery also features work by emerging and accomplished visual and performing artists. schedule of classes and workshops online. and Mon, wed-Fri 10-6; tues-Sat 11-6; Sun 12-5 theHaenGallery.com asheville’s largest venue for visual expression by local artists including fine art exhibits, working artists on site and a 50’s style retro diner. de Beers and aGTa spectrum award winning designer and goldsmith, susan Marie Phipps, invites you to select from her one-of-akind creations or she can custom make the design of your dreams. SusanMPhippsDesigns.com a sophisticated gallery for the fine art collector. Featuring an eclectic mix by established local and museum collected artists as well as presenting exciting new talents. 16 Jewels that dance Blue ridge Printing, asheville, NC susan rhew design, inc asheville, NC * 11 20 Woolworth Walk Grove Arcade, 1 Page Ave., Suite 123 – 828.350.0307 2000 sq. ft. of working studios and gallery spaces in a warm intimate environment, showcasing innovative artists across multiple forms of expression — from visual fine arts to performance and installations. 12 Castell Photography a fine art gallery which solely exhibits avant-garde photo-based works. as the only photography gallery in asheville, Castell Photography is committed to offering exceptional contemporary photography from emerging and mid-career artists. 15 * Mon-Fri 11-5 and by appt. Committed to providing extraordinary quality and service, as well as access to thoughtful and compelling artwork. Our offerings reflect the character and sensibilities of this wonderful region. 2 wilson Alley, Suites C & D 828.255.1188 21 16 17 Mountain Made 25 Carolina Ln. – 828.505.0791 a stunning three-level, 15,000 sq. ft. gallery specializing in southeastern fine art and craft. Blue spiral 1 also represents the estate of Will Henry stevens, an early 20th century modernist. * 7 13 Coop 52 Biltmore Ave. – 828.254.8577 38 Biltmore Ave. – 828.251.0202 13 14 21 Battery Park Ave., Suite 101 828.575.2024 Mon-wed 12-8; thur 12-5:30; Fri 12-10; Sat 11-10; Sun 1-6 ZaPow.net The southeast’s only illustration, and pop culture gallery. Fun art, cool graphic novels and books for kids and adults. We are as unique as asheville. 7 19 4 asheville’s premier jewelry gallery and working studio of designer goldsmith, Paula dawkins. Be dazzled with contemporary, classic, artisan and fine fashion jewelry. unparalleled custom design and jewelry repair services available. * Asterisk marks galleries open until 8 p.m. every 1st Friday April through December. 5 6 1 5