New Growth: Artists Respond to the Forest
An evolving exhibition from a winter artist residency at The North Carolina Arboretum, presenting site specific, nature inspired responses to the forest’s sights and sounds as it shifts from dormancy to spring.
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Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
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Delicate, finely detailed botanical artworks and floral studies displayed in the Black Mountain Center for the Arts gallery, presented as a curated prelude to the Art in Bloom 20th Anniversary celebration.
Delicate, finely detailed botanical artworks and floral studies displayed in the Black Mountain Center for the Arts gallery, presented as a curated prelude to the Art in Bloom 20th Anniversary celebration.
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Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
Quiet, guided forest bathing among mature pines and rhododendrons, blending gentle movement, deep breathwork, and mindful sensory awareness for a restorative afternoon of nature immersion.
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Guided, hands on art class exploring seasonal flora and fauna through observational sketching and nature inspired techniques on the WNC Nature Center grounds; ideal for beginners and anyone seeking outdoor, creative study.
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Contemporary craft works by regional artists explore sinuous form, movement, and organic shape across multiple media in the Focus Gallery at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Contemporary craft works by regional artists explore sinuous form, movement, and organic shape across multiple media in the Focus Gallery at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.
Soft lit opening reception for a botanical focused exhibition, presenting floral paintings, prints, and mixed media pieces; attendees can mingle with artists among curated gallery installations in a convivial community arts setting.
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Close looking sessions led by a volunteer educator encourage slow, contemplative inspection of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection in a small group museum gallery.
Close looking sessions led by a volunteer educator encourage slow, contemplative inspection of artworks to foster relaxation and social connection in a small group museum gallery.