March 2019 Final Layout

MARCH ART
Andrea Kulish demonstrates the ancient Ukranian art of pysanky, a wax-resistant method
of decorating Easter eggs
Grovewood Gallery hosts annual spring ‘Sip & Shop’ March 22 & 23
BY STAFF REPORTS • NORTH ASHEVILLE
The Grovewood Gallery is located in historic Grovewood
Village adjacent to The Omni Grove Park Inn.
Grovewood Gallery celebrates spring with their
annual Sip & Shop event, which will take place
from 10-5:30 pm on Friday, March 22 and Saturday,
March 23.
Enjoy complimentary wine and treats, craft
demonstrations by local artisans, and a 10%
discount on gallery merchandise. Visitors can shop
two expansive floors of finely crafted furniture, ceramics,
jewelry and much more, contributed by over
400 artists and craftspeople from across the US.
“Our Spring Sip & Shop presents a rare opportunity
to get deals on our new offerings for
2019, and it’s also a chance to support our local
economy and connect with a couple of our talented
Asheville makers,” says Ashley Van Matre,
Marketing Manager at Grovewood Gallery.
During the event, Andrea Kulish will demonstrate
the ancient Ukranian art of pysanky, a
wax-resistant method of decorating Easter eggs.
Each egg is designed as a wish, with symbols
and colors intended to bring the person who
receives it love, health, success, or whatever
attribute the artist selects.
A first-generation Ukrainian-American, Kulish
learned the intricate art of pysanky, which translates
to “written eggs,” as a young girl. Now, she
not only creates them, using unique folk-inspired
designs, but she also teaches classes in the art.
Also demonstrating on March 22 and 23 is fiber
artist Karen Kennedy, a graduate of Haywood
Community College’s Professional Craft Program.
Kennedy will be needle felting decorative bird
nests using locally dyed wool.
Both demonstrating artists will have original
works for sale. The 10% discount does not apply
to demonstrators’ artwork, custom/special orders,
or Lyman Whitaker Wind Sculptures.
About Grovewood Gallery
Established in 1992, Grovewood Gallery is nationally
recognized for its dedication to fine American
art and craft. Located in historic Grovewood
Village adjacent to The Omni Grove Park Inn, the
gallery is noted for its charming, old-world setting
and rich craft heritage. This site once housed the
weaving and woodworking operations of Biltmore
Industries, an Arts and Crafts enterprise - originally
backed by Edith Vanderbilt - that played a
significant role in the Appalachian Craft Revival
during the early 20th century.
IF
YOU
GO
Hours are Monday through Saturday from
10-5:30 pm, and Sunday, 11-5 pm. Free
parking is available on-site.
For more information on Grovewood Gallery, visit
www.grovewood.com or call (828) 253-7651.
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