“There are many artifacts and decorative accessories that couples keep for years to come. It is in that tradition that I create my wedding totems, turning meaningful memorabilia into high art dedicated to the dignity of special event.”
The Latest Stories
NC Arboretum Presents Natural Impressions and Environmental Impact Exhibits in January
“Traditional art generally depicts nature in all of its glory—often in beautiful, pristine conditions,” says David J. Wagner. “The works in Environmental Impact deal with ominous environmental issues that impact the people, plants and animals that populate the planet today.”
New Work at Blue Dharma Fine Art
“Zen abstracts start with no prior objective or subject matter."
From the Editor
With this issue, we invite you to leap into a new year with us as we seek out all that’s inspiring and promising about brand new beginnings.
Conversations: Sunnyside Trading Company
Stuart Hough, owner of Sunnyside Trading Company in Asheville NC discusses his 40 year career in European and Asian antique furnishings, and talks about his 11,000 SF gallery in The Foundation, part of the River Arts District.
Book Feature: Jesus in the Trailer
“Whether addressing police violence on the cobblestone streets of Savannah, the loss of a loved one to dementia or coming of age in a trailer park in Appalachia, these poems address matters of faith, death, love, lust and beauty while not masking the pain of Southern history,” Andrew K. Clark says.
RAD Artists Host Second Saturday January 11
It’s a brand-new year, and for Asheville’s River Arts District that means a fresh slate of demonstrations, workshops, live music, tastings and more held on the second Saturday of each month, with most participating studios and galleries open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This month’s event will be held January 11.
Tracey Morgan Gallery Presents Gerald van de Wiele
What better way to celebrate one’s 88th birthday than with a solo exhibition and reception at the Tracey Morgan Gallery? Gerald van de Wiele, in his seventh decade of making art, will return to Asheville with his most recent work on Friday, January 10, from 6-8 p.m.
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Gorges State Park
Short Stories of Thomas Wolfe Explored in Book Club Series
Isis Music Hall Kicks off a Brand New Year of Music
The Grape Vine: The History & Anatomy of the Wine Glass
ArtScape 2020 Call for Artists & Sponsors
A Life of Art at Asheville Gallery of Art in January
Woolworth Walk Hosts 2,000 Degrees Apart in January
Conservation: Ecusta Trail
Asheville Food Fan Awards
The Laurel of Asheville’s 2020 Winter Wedding Guide
Arts & Crafts Conference is a Longtime Asheville Tradition
The Laurel of Asheville lifestyle magazine is available in both 