October 2012 – Shades of Paint: Tina Baker
The Etowah Arts Commission gallery is alive with the flowing, inspirational artwork of Tina Baker from October 11 through December 8, 2012. An Artist Reception will be held on Thursday, October 25 from 5pm until 7pm, to which everyone is invited and encouraged to drop in for a visit with Ms. Baker, while enjoying some light hors d’oeurves. In addition, mark Saturday, November 10 on your calendar and join Ms. Baker from 9am until 12pm(noon) to create your own 16×20 oil painting of a breathtaking waterfall, as she teaches the Bob Ross style of painting. Participants will take their...
Read MoreAugust 2012 – Shades of Paint: Autistic Events
Exhibit from August 9 through September 29 at Etowah Arts Commission | Cupcake Artist Reception on August 23 from 6-8pm, FREE Mountain Range by Logan Raby Featuring artists Derrick Freeman, Sam Moses, and Logan Raby, Etowah Arts explores different ways to approach art with the second installation of the ‘Shades of Paint’ series. These young men are all represented by Autistic Events, an arts-based nonprofit in Sweetwater, TN. Want to see even more from these exceptional artists? Be sure to check out each of their websites, linked in the Bios below! Be sure to stay on the alert...
Read MoreJune 2012 – Shades of Paint: Andrew Cook
Exhibit from June 14th to July 28th at the Etowah Arts Commission | Artist Reception on June 21st from 6-8pm Andrew Cook is a large-scale painter and muralist recently moved from Atlanta, GA to Englewood, TN. His works contain a vibrancy which reflects the life and world about him. Several of his mobile works will be on display during his portion of EAC’s ‘Shades of Paint’ progression. He is available for art and mural commissions, as well as piano tuning. Want to see more of Mr. Cook’s work? Experience his wide range of art work and murals via his flickr feed! Mr....
Read MoreApril 2012 – 2nd Annual Overhill Shutterbugs Photography Exhibit
Exhibit from April 17 to June 1 Public reception on Friday, April 20 from 5-7pm Help spread the word! Download and print our Flyer HERE! Forty-four photographs from fifteen area ‘Shutterbugs’ are on view from April 17 through June 1st. They cover a wide range of subjects, including portraits, flowers, landscapes, and wildlife. Examples include a contemplation of glass artwork, the first blooms of early spring, a strange Tellico residence, and the energy of a pianist during the first Black Gospel Explosion. Visitors will be amazed to glimpse into the lives of native birds and animals. See the...
Read MoreMarch 2012 – Tennessee Samplers: 19th Century Schoolgirl Embroidery
Exhibit is on view from March 6 to April 6 in the EAC Gallery from 12-6pm every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. FREE admission! From 1700-1900 young women made intricate ‘samplers’ to display their skill at needlework. View a “sample” of these artworks from Tennessee in full size glory along with biographical information on the young ladies who made them. This exhibit is on loan from the Tennessee Sampler Survey. “Simple Sampler Accents” cross-stitch class with artist Daranee Manley on March 24th from 2-4pm! $5 materials fee. Call 423-263-7608 before March...
Read MoreFebruary 2012 – Etowah Stitches
On Display from February 7 – March 3, 2012 | Public Reception on February 23 from 6-7pm John “Brownie” Brock (8/11/1925 – 10/26/2006) was an Etowah-ian skilled and patient with needlework. It is said that “his backs are as good as his fronts”, but don’t take it from me. Visit the Etowah Arts Commission Gallery to see his precise work for yourself! One of the most interesting parts of the display is a set of afghans, recalling the state flower of places the Brocks particularly enjoyed visiting during their many travels. Mr. Brock was always specific in his stitching – knotting each color...
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