Carlton Gallery hosts Small Works Exhibit
Foscoe art gallery holds open house November 28-30

November signals it’s time for Carlton Gallery’s 26th Winter Exhibition with a Holiday Open House on November 28th, 29th, 30th. The gallery is beautifully decorated for the upcoming Holiday Season, and Toni Carlton invites all to take a break from the hustle and bustle and enjoy light refreshments, hot apple cider and plenty of holiday spirit at the 26th Winter Exhibition Open House.

An exhibit of original small works of art on canvas and board in all mediums is part of the 26th Winter Exhibition. This selection of small scale gems reminds one that bigger is not necessarily better. The gallery’s standing artists have new work for this “Small Works Exhibit” including Warren Dennis, Jim Crompton, Kate Worm, Freeman Beard and Marion Cloaninger. Also included are small works in all mediums by

Vae Hamilton, Jessie Fox Nichols, Bill Farnsworth, Charles Lawson, Martha Gimlin, Anderson Giles, David McCaig, Gina Strumpf, Janice Gay-Maker, Louise Pinto, and Betsy Bohrer. The subject matter for this “Small Works Exhibit” ranges from landscapes, harbor scenes, abstracts, flowers, horses, still life to figurative making the 26th Winter Exhibition visually exciting.

Small works of art can be found in the black and white photography of Jack Stoddart. Stoddart focuses on natural rural settings and wildlife, capturing unique and sometimes whimsical subjects. Also giclees are available of original pieces of visionary artist, Debbie Arnold, and mixed media artist, Phyllis Knight. A giclee is a high resolution reproduction of the original art work. Signed prints on acid-free paper of Toni Carlton’s original mixed media collages round out the “Small Works Exhibit”.

Small works of art can also be found in jewelry, glass and wood at the 26th Winter Exhibition.

Nationally known jewelry designer, Mia Katrin, will be present on November 29, 12-4 p.m. with one-of-a-kind creations from her collection. Katrin’s hand-crafted designs are made in precious and semi-precious gemstones and pearls set in 18-22 K gold and platinum. Katrin’s cutting-edge designs can be found in high-end jewelers in Asheville and Charlotte, NC; Philadelphia, PA; and Charleston, SC. Come by Carlton Gallery and view the distinctive jewelry and engage in a dialogue with this talented designer.

Dichroic glass earrings, bracelets, pins and slides by Corona Art Glass and the Gilded Lily are versatile, attractive and affordable additions to any jewelry collection. Dichroic glass reflects multiple colors, allowing the piece of jewelry to be suitable for many outfits.

Wearable pins by Kate Dillon are favored by gallery patrons. Dillon crafts her uniquely individual pins of butterflies, fish and dragonflies by the ancient Japanese art of paper folding known as Origami. Each piece is dipped and dried in a protective plastic finish for long wearing durability and attractive appearance.

Small bowls in contrasting bands by Robert Gunther, oil lamps and ikebanas by Allen Davis are made from a multi-selection of woods and designs. Each is an exquisite small work of art.

Music Boxes by Irmaly Brackin and Hardwood Drums by Michael Thiele bring an added dimension to the Small Works Exhibit. Irmaly’s music boxes in her signature eclectic style will amuse and amaze all who view her creative art. Thiele’s Hardwood Drums range from a 4 note Ivy, 6 note Whale, 9 note Geo Bones, 10 note Padauk/Oak to a 12 note Padauk/Walnut to ring out the “Small Works Exhibit” on a musical note.

Visit Carton Gallery and ring in the Holiday Spirit during the Holiday Open House of the 26th Winter Exhibition, November 28th, 29th and 30th. Enjoy the Small Works of Art on exhibit while sipping a cup of hot cider. The 26th Winter Exhibition continues through March 15th. The gallery is located at 10360 Hwy 105 S – 10 miles south of Boone, NC and 7 miles north of Linville, NC with hours 10:00 to 5:00 Tuesday through Saturday and 11:00 to 5:00 on Sunday.

For information on gallery artists or events, please call (828) 963-4288 or www.carltonartgallery.com.