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Turkeys in the Piney Woods. Cornbread, artist<\/p><\/div>\n

Just in time for the holidays, American Folk Art & Framing (AFA) presents A Few of Our Favorite Things<\/em>, an exhibition of new artwork perfect for gift giving and trimming Christmas trees. \u201cTo say the least, we\u2019ll be celebrating the spirit of the season in our traditionally unconventional way,\u201d says gallery owner Julia Mills. Fifteen of the gallery\u2019s artists will debut new work for the exhibition, including Kentucky carvers Lonnie and Twyla Money, woodblock printmaker Kent Ambler and painter Liz Sullivan, whose work will help decorate this year\u2019s US Capitol Christmas tree. A reception will be held from 5\u20137 p.m. during Asheville\u2019s First Friday Art Walk on December 2 and the exhibition will run through Friday, December 30.<\/p>\n

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Fishing Trip. Doug Frati, artist<\/p><\/div>\n

Among the items available are wood reliefs, carved songbirds, paintings, sculptural assemblages and pottery, including ornament-sized face jugs. \u201cAnd as a new addition this year, our very own NC potter Ben J. North has created a selection of wood-fired ornaments patterned with intricately carved lines and decorations\u2014a gorgeous addition to any tree and lovely enough to remain in your home all year-round,\u201d says Mills.
\nNorth\u2019s \u201ctree baubles,\u201d as he prefers to call them are inspired by nature. \u201cThey reflect everything: flower buds, seed pods, tree bark, wood grain, blooming flowers and even snakes,\u201d he says. \u201cFor me, the cold season represents rest and reflection\u2014no clay digging, no gardens to weed. The quiet cold of winter gives the opportunity to slow down and contemplate the beauty of the small and simple things.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Woodfired ornaments. Ben J. North, artist<\/p><\/div>\n

This year, the US Capitol Christmas tree is being harvested from Pisgah National Forest. The Forest Service has invited local artists, schools and crafters to donate ornaments to decorate the tree. Sullivan donated 20 hand-painted wooden ornaments that feature the Cardinal and the dogwood, NC\u2019s state bird and flower.<\/p>\n

The holiday show at AFA, where Sullivan has displayed her work for many years, is one of her favorites during the year. She will display traditional wooden holiday miniatures done in her signature folk art style. \u201cSome of my miniatures will feature traditional Christmas themes while others will feature woodland critters such as birds and bears,\u201d Sullivan says. \u201cThey are the perfect stocking stuffer for the art lover.\u201d<\/p>\n

American Folk Art & Framing is located at 64 Biltmore Avenue in Asheville. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For more information, visit AmeriFolk.com<\/a> or call 828.281.2134.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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