Oct. 30 – End of Year: Small Works 2024
Exhibit Dates: October 30 – End of Year
Exhibit Description: It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our annual exhibit, Small Works remains a community favorite! This exhibit features work that is 12 x 12 inches or smaller and ornaments to encourage giving the gift of creative spirit.
Friday, November 15 starting at 9 am Artist Morning Meetup
Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!
Artist, Richard Baker hosts HCAC’s Artist Morning Meetup on the third Friday of each month from 9 – 10:30 am in the Folkmoot Board Room —112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville NC, 28786
Art After Dark, Friday, December 6 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
Class Title: Burning Hats!
Class Instructor: Dinorah Lopez
Class Description: Join us for an exciting and innovative workshop where you will master the art of woodburning while creating your own one-of-a-kind hat! This hands-on class will lead you through the steps of designing and burning intricate patterns onto your hat, giving you the freedom to showcase your style. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unleash your creativity and make a statement with your own custom hat!
Materials Included:
– Hat Base: Choose from a selection of high-quality felt or straw hats.
– Woodburning Tools: All necessary woodburning equipment will be provided, including pens and tips for various effects.
– Trimmings: A variety of embellishments to personalize your hat, including:
– Hatbands in assorted colors and materials
– Vibrant feathers to add flair and personality
– Decorative playing cards for a unique touch, allowing for creative placement and design
Duration: 2 hours
Time & Date: Saturday, December 7 from 10 am – 12 pm
Class Location: 225 Church Street Waynesville, NC 28786
(Lilac brick building with a row of orange chairs at the entrance. The HCAC classroom is the first classroom on the right)
Parking: Guests are asked to park in the gravel lot above the building.
Class Cost: $80.00
For ages 16+
Class Title: Paint & Sip: Snowman
Class Instructors: Clay Sayre & Patricia Sweet
Class Description: Join us for a festive and fun-filled Paint and Sip Creation Class at The Gem at Boojum. Unwind and unleash your creativity as local artists guide you through a winter wonderland painting featuring an adorable snowman. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, this is your chance to paint stress-free, sip on your favorite drinks, and soak up the joyful holiday vibes. Supplies are provided, so bring yourself and get ready for a cozy, art-filled evening with friends old and new!
Duration: 2 hours
Time & Date: Wednesday, December 11 from 6 – 8 pm
Class Location: The Gem at Boojum, 50 N. Main Street Waynesville, NC 28786
Class Cost: $35.00
For ages 21+
Friday, December 20 starting at 9 am Artist Morning Meetup
Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!
Artist, Richard Baker hosts HCAC’s Artist Morning Meetup on the third Friday of each month from 9 – 10:30 am in the Folkmoot Board Room —112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville NC, 28786
Friday, January 17 starting at 9 am Artist Morning Meetup
Open to ALL ARTISTS, HCAC members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends! This is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together!
Artist, Richard Baker hosts HCAC’s Artist Morning Meetup on the third Friday of each month from 9 – 10:30 am in the Folkmoot Board Room —112 Virginia Ave. Waynesville NC, 28786
January 29 – March 3: Cool
Exhibit Dates: January 29 – March 3
Opening Reception: Friday, January 31 from 5 -8 pm
Exhibit Description: In conjunction with HCAC’s Cool Jazz concert, the 2025 inaugural exhibit is centered around the concept of “Cool.” This broad theme allows for the exploration of everything from cool temperatures to cool colors.
January 30 to February 2, 2025 Ice Fest Weekend in Haywood County, NC
All are invited to an enchanting winter wonderland at the expanding Ice Fest Weekend in Haywood County, NC, from January 30 to February 2, 2025! This year, the event extends to four days, featuring a newly added Cool Jazz concert at HART Theatre and a 21+ Chill Zone at the Downtown Waynesville Ice Stroll, promising an even more magical experience.
The festivities include mesmerizing live ice carving demonstrations, thrilling ice games, and a variety of vendors at the Maggie Valley Ice Festival. Highlights also include the Penguins in the Pool race and ice skating rink in Canton, the Frosty 5K in Clyde, the Cataloochee Ski Torch Run, and an Interactive Ice Fest Map to guide guests to all the events and showcase the best dining and shopping spots with ice fest themed-specials.
Bundle up and prepare for an unforgettable getaway that will warm your heart—don’t miss out on the coolest party of the year!
Thursday, January 30 at 7:30 pm Festival Cool Jazz Concert at HART Theatre, 250 Pigeon St, Waynesville, NC 28786
- Youth Art Show and refreshments from 7 – 7:30 pm
- The show begins at 7:30 pm
March 5 – April 7: An African American Art Expedition: Faces and Places
Exhibit Dates: March 5 – April 7
Opening Reception: Friday, March 7 from 5 -8 pm
Exhibit Description: Coming Soon
Learn more about the artist, Ann Miller Woodford HERE!
April 9 – June 2: Quilted Expressions: A Celebration of Block-Based Art
Exhibit Dates: April 9 – June 2
Opening Reception: Friday, April 11 from 5 -8 pm
Exhibit Description: A Celebration of Block-based Art: What makes a quilt? This exhibit challenges traditional notions of quilts and pushes boundaries to redefine what a quilt can be. Artists working in ALL mediums are encouraged to participate! All pieces are limited to 12×12 inches maximum.
Thursday, May 1 – Saturday, May 3 Appalachian Heritage Festival
More information is forthcoming.
First 2025 Art After Dark, Friday, May 2 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
June 4 – July 28: Form
Exhibit Dates: June 4 – July 28
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, June 6 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Form is a fundamental art principle that refers to the physical nature of an object or how an artist represents a three-dimensional object in a two-dimensional space.
Art After Dark, Friday, June 6 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
Art After Dark, Friday, July 4 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
July 30 – Sept. 1: Chiaroscuro
Exhibit Dates: July 30 – Sept. 1
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, August 1 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Chiaroscuro is a term that traditionally refers to using light and shadow to create the illusion of light coming from a specific source. It involves playing with extreme light and dark areas to add depth and drama to a piece of art.
Art After Dark, Friday, August 1 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
September 3 – October 27: Layers
Exhibit Dates: September 3 – October 27
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, September 5 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: Art is all about layers – layers of ink in a relief print, layers of batting and fabric in a quilt, and background layering in an oil painting. This exhibit is all about celebrating the different layers of mediums that artists use to create their masterpieces.
Art After Dark, Friday, September 5 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
Art After Dark, Friday, October 3 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
Oct. 29 – End of Year: Small Works 2025
Exhibit Dates: October 29 – End of Year
Opening Reception & Art After Dark: Friday, November 7 from 6 – 9 pm
Exhibit Description: It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our annual exhibit and community-favorite, Small Works! This exhibit showcases artwork, 12×12 inches or smaller, and ornaments perfect for spreading the joy of creativity through gift-giving!
Art After Dark, Friday, November 7 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
Art After Dark, Friday, December 5 from 6 – 9 pm: Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until 9 pm and feature studio tours, a variety of art demonstrations, live music lining the streets, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments.
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