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26th Mid-Summer Exhibition “Grand Opening Reception” at Carlton Gallery

Music and Dance Paintings Featured

Carlton Gallery’s 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition Opening Reception is the “Grand Opening” in its new location – 10360 Hwy 105 S on Sunday, July 27th.. The Opening Reception” is from 2-6 p.m., and one can enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres, wine and punch while watching a painting or paper marbleizing demonstration. Some of the gallery’s artists will be in attendance to greet visitors and patrons. A good time is sure to be had by all as Carlton Gallery celebrates its 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition.

Beautiful and intriguing art by the gallery artists: Eloise Pope, Debbie Arnold, Louise Pinto, Helen Farson, Holly Glasscock, Gina Strumpf, Irmaly Brackin, Toni Carlton, Roy Nichols, Jossie Fox Nichols, Egi Antonaccio, Bill Farnsworth, Kate Worm, Vae Hamilton, Martha Gimlin, Mary Dobbin, Joyce Norwood, Charlotte Foust, Marion Cloaninger, Elwin Porter, Charles Lawson, Miki Hatsue, David McCaig, Jane Dessonier, John Gunther and Freeman Beard can be found at Carlton Gallery’s 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition. There are as many different media styles and textures as there is subject matter, as each artist has an individual style of creating beautiful, thought provoking art.

Carlton Gallery has an excellent reputation for offering a wide variety of artwork, not only paintings, but also sculpture, pottery, woodworking, blown glass, fiber art, and beautiful hand-crafted jewelry by designers; Mia Katrin, Ursula Shuler, Tana Acton, Don Haywood, Laura Fly, Channing Ayers, Zoe Nelson, and Carol Francis Goode. Mia Katrin and Laura Fly will be available to speak to gallery visitors about their exquisite designs.

The 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition theme is music and dance. The gallery walls are filled with paintings of a musical genre by Warren Dennis, Jim Crompton and Joseph Barthet depicting musicians and dancers rendered in their unique and individualistic style.

Warren Dennis’s paintings of musicians are not realistic or naturalistic- they are the core of a human moment. Dennis states, “I want my images to impart life. This is the essence of what art is about”. At first glance, his elongated figures of musicians appear to be simplistic, yet upon further study of his paintings, one realizes he captures on canvas a deep appreciation for music, as his grasp of orchestral music is the envy of many musicologists. Dennis’s passion, sincerity and honesty for his subject matter mold his art work into some of the most original paintings of our time.

Jim Crompton comes from a musical family and sees similarities between his oils on canvas, musical themes and terminology. He is aware of the rhythm, theme and variations of motifs that happen in the landscape. Crompton says that looking at a landscape is similar to listening to a concert, as there is repetition throughout, also themes and variations on themes. His oils on canvas of musicians and dancers rendered in his impressionistic colors and style are innovative, full of panache and project his musical prow-ness and genes.

Joseph Barthet is the son of a well known fine art painter from Malta in Southern Europe. His art education began at a young age and continues through his life. Classically trained Barthet experimented over the years, but realized the style that pleases him is what he calls “expressionistic realism”. Barthet’s art work is colorful and rhythmic, as he paints with the emotion and energy of the music playing in his studio. His musicians and dancers are abstracted to create a collage of emotion and movement.

For a celebration in music and dance, visit Carlton Gallery for the Grand Opening Reception on July 27th, 2-6 p.m. during the 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition which runs through September 15th.
 

Preview of the 26th Annual Mid-Summer Exhibition at Carlton Gallery

Equine Art in Mixed Media Collage and Oils by Vae Hamilton and Holly Glasscock

July is filled with horse shows and tourists by the busload as the High Country experiences the high summer. Hiking trails, horseback trails, and all the fun things this beautiful area affords including the equine art of many Carlton Gallery artists are enjoyed by everyone.

Carlton Gallery transitions into its 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition beginning July 27th, and this show includes the art of artists Vae Hamilton and Holly Glasscock. Both Hamilton and Glasscock share a love of horses, animals and nature, so it stands to reason their paintings reflect this genre. Also at Carlton Gallery is the equine art of Toni Carlton, Zheng Li, David McCaig, Brenda Barber and Jack Stoddart. There is a fine collection of oils, mixed media collage, pen and ink and photography from these talented artists.

For many years Holly Glasscock muffled her desire to paint, justifying it was not in the best interest of her family to take time away from them to paint. She realized this left her unfulfilled, so she began painting as a hobby. Glasscock initially painted her children and her animals because they were such an important part of her life. This hobby led to commissions from friends and neighbors which led to her pursuing art as a career.
Glasscock’s artistically rendered oils on canvas project her affection for her horses, as the family has a menagerie of seven horses, five cats and three dogs. Her painting of “Old Yellow” captures in oils on canvas the spirit and energy of the much loved four-legged family member.

Born to artistically talented parents, Glasscock was always encouraged to paint and draw. It is her mission to inspire, challenge and motivate others to pursue their passions. Glasscock earned a Bachelor of Visual Arts from Winthrop University and continues to improve her painting talent by participating in painting workshops. She has had many one person and group exhibitions and won many awards. The art work of Holly Glasscock is in numerous private collections.

Esteemed gallery artist, Vae Hamilton, brings life to her art through layers of images, translucent paints, dyed tissue papers, stenciling, stamping and surface embellishments. Her mixed media collages have texture and create a feeling of three dimension on a two dimensional surface. Hamilton often uses symbolism and many times her mixed media collages tell a story. Animals appear in her collages including birds, dogs and a steady stream of horses. Hamilton grew up in Macomb, Illinois and began riding horses at an early age which has continued through her life. The strength, energy and beauty of the horse is visually alive in Hamilton’s mixed media collages, as each painting shows the gentle gaze and soft eyes of her “friends”. Hamilton’s cigar boxes collaged with a different variety of birds to compliment her series of mixed media work honor her winged friends. Each one is filled with special treasures from her lifelong collection and is much appreciated by the gallery’s visitors.

A full time artist and instructor, Vae Hamilton earned her art degree from Western Illinois University and the University of Colorado. Hamilton’s workshops at Carlton Gallery bring not only the skill of an established artist, but also playfulness, experimentation and exploration as well. Hamilton has taught workshops throughout the Southeast, and her workshops of August 26-29 and October 15-17 will bring light and joy and a sense of accomplishment to all who attend. From beginners to professional artists, everyone feels uplifted by her presence and teaching.

Everyone is welcome to view the art of Vae Hamilton and Holly Glasscock as Carlton Gallery prepares for its 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition. Along with the equine art, the gallery represents local, regional and international artists working in all mediums. Carlton Gallery’s “Grand Opening Reception” in its new location – 10360 Hwy 105 S, 10 miles south of Boone, N. C. and 7 miles north of Linville, N.C. is July 27th which begins the 26th Mid-Summer Exhibition.

Horses and Birds Galore at Carlton Gallery

Mixed Media Collage and Oils by Vae Hamilton and Holly Glasscock

July is filled with horse shows and tourists by the busload as the High Country experiences the beginning of summer. Hiking trails, horseback trails, and all the fun things this beautiful area affords are enjoyed by everyone. Carlton Gallery’s ongoing 26th Spring Exhibition includes the art work of two talented artists, Vae Hamilton and Holly Glasscock who share a love of horses, animals and nature, so it stands to reason their paintings reflect this genre.

For many years Holly Glasscock muffled her desire to paint, justifying it was not in the best interest of her family to take time away from them to paint. She realized this left her unfulfilled, so she began painting as a hobby. Glasscock initially painted her children and her animals because they were such an important part of her life. This hobby led to commissions from friends and neighbors which led to her pursuing art as a career.
Glasscock’s artistically rendered oils on canvas project her affection for her horses, as the family has a menagerie of seven horses, five cats and three dogs. Her painting of “Old Yellow” captures in oils on canvas the spirit and energy of the much loved four-legged family member.

Born to artistically talented parents, Glasscock was always encouraged to paint and draw. It is her mission to inspire, challenge and motivate others to pursue their passions. Glasscock earned a Bachelor of Visual Arts from Winthrop University and continues to improve her painting talent by participating in painting workshops. She has had many one person and group exhibitions and won many awards. The art work of Holly Glasscock is in numerous private collections.

Esteemed gallery artist, Vae Hamilton, brings life to her art through layers of images, translucent paints, dyed tissue papers, stenciling, stamping and surface embellishments. Her mixed media collages have texture and create a feeling of three dimension on a two dimensional surface. Hamilton often uses symbolism and many times her mixed media collages tell a story. Animals appear in her collages including birds, dogs and a steady stream of horses. Hamilton grew up in Macomb, Illinois and began riding horses at an early age which has continued through her life. The strength, energy and beauty of the horse is visually alive in Hamilton’s mixed media collages, as each painting shows the gentle gaze and soft eyes of her “friends”. Hamilton’s cigar boxes collaged with a different variety of birds to compliment her series of mixed media work honor her winged friends. Each one is filled with special treasures from her lifelong collection and is much appreciated by the gallery’s visitors.

A full time artist and instructor, Vae Hamilton earned her art degree from Western Illinois University and the University of Colorado. Hamilton’s workshops at Carlton Gallery bring not only the skill of an established artist, but also playfulness, experimentation and exploration as well. Hamilton has taught workshops throughout the Southeast, and her workshops of August 26-29 and October 15-17 will bring light and joy and a sense of accomplishment to all who attend. From beginners to professional artists, everyone feels uplifted by her presence and teaching.

Visit Carlton Gallery to view the art work in all mediums by local, regional and internationally known artists during the 26th Spring Exhibition which runs through July 15 in its new location – 10360 Hwy 105 S, 10 miles south of Boone, NC and 7 miles north of Linville, NC. Carlton Gallery’s “Grand Opening Reception” in their new location will be July 27th at the beginning of the Mid-Summer Opening Exhibition.


Carlton Gallery is Moving Across the Highway

After twenty-one years in the Creekside Building, Toni Carlton is planning to move Carlton Gallery across Hwy 105 once again. She started in 1982 as a weaving studio called Woven Works. In 1987 she changed the name to Carlton Gallery and moved in the upper level of the Creekside Building which was known as The Kiln Room. Toni Carlton states, "After many floods, challenges with beavers, raccoons, and a leaky roof
it’s a little sad to say good-by to the Creekside Building, but our move into the gallery formerly known as Antonaccio Fine Art is exciting, energizing, and exhilarating".

Toni Carlton wishes to thank the many artists, literally hundreds, who have helped to create, inspire and support the gallery, originally known as Woven Works Art Gallery and Studios and then Carlton Gallery. Over the years their fine art and contemporary crafts have graced the walls, pedestals, jewelry cases, shelves and gardens. Beginning with weavers and moving into potters, painters, sculptors and jewelry designers, Toni Carlton has selected artists internationally, nationally, regionally and locally known for their talents and expertise in their fields.

One of the first painters to join Creekside Gallery was Warren Dennis, an Art Professor of Toni Carlton when she was attending ASU, who still exhibits his art at Carlton Gallery. Some early gallery artists included Debbie Arnold, Martha Gimlin, Tim Ford, Kathryn Burrows, Wayne Trapp, Norma Murphy, James Kerr, Richard Walters, R.T. Morgan, Stoney Lamar, Bill Brown, Pat and Will Pilchard, Barbara Timberman, and Gary Beecham, just to name a few. Many of her professors from ASU besides Warren Dennis showed their work over the years including Noyes Capehart Long, Bill Dunlap, Marianne Suggs, Peggy Polson and Ron Propst. As a tribute to those gallery artists who have passed…Anne Wilder, Sharon Kuhne, Dean Adylott, John McLaughlin, John L. Neff, Jerry Clemons, Linda Phillips, Dorothy Williams, Joe Czarnecki, Robert Broderson, Anita Wooten, Margaret Consley and most recently, Tao Strong Stein and David McCaig, Toni Carlton acknowledges their gifts and presence they had in the gallery as she says good bye to the building known as Creekside.

Carlton Gallery has been a landmark for many visitors, artists, and friends of the community. The energy and spirit of Carlton Gallery is continuing in a new location just across Hwy 105 in the Antonaccio Fine Art Gallery building. Carlton Gallery will open in this gallery space for the Memorial Day weekend and is pleased to exhibit the art of Egidio Antonaccio. The last days will be Mothers Day weekend.

Toni Carlton plans an artist studio sale on May 25 and 26 from 11:00 to 4:00 in which her art work from her private collection, including her grandmother Nellie Carlton’s weavings, art and weaving supplies and loom, frames, gallery display items, futons and miscellaneous furniture will be for sale.

Everyone is extended a warm welcome to visit Carlton Gallery when it opens on May 23. The fine art of the gallery’s standing artists including Andrew Braitman, Jim Crompton, Mary Dobbin, Vae Hamilton, Holly Glasscock, Gina Strumpf, Kate Worm, Eloise Pope, Louise Pinto, Freeman Beard, Roy and Jossie Nichols, Jack Stoddart, Bill Farnsworth, Janice Gay-Maker, Jane Desonier, Elwin Porter, Mia Katrin, Laura Fly, Tana Acton, Carol Francis Goode, Ursula Shuler, David Finck, Bobby Phillips, Keith Allen, Robert Crowell, Donna Craven, Holly Fischer, Harry Seng, Bob Wager, John Littleton/Kate Vogel will fill Carlton Gallery’s attractive new space with both traditional and contemporary upscale fine art.

New Artist And New Art At Carlton Gallery

Carlton Gallery continues its Winter Exhibition, but is eagerly awaiting Spring’s arrival in the High Country. The gallery walls are graced with the bold and colorful landscape paintings of Egidio Antonaccio and Andrew Braitman as a preview to the wonderful art of Spring.

Egidio Antonaccio is a new addition to Carlton Gallery’s roster of talented local, regional and international artists. Antonaccio or "Egi" as he likes to be known by has called North Carolina home since 1981. He is an exceptionally talented fine art painter whose impressionist landscapes show his love of nature. His paintings of vast panoramic views of hillsides and valleys, paths filled with flowering shrubs and azaleas, woodland waterfalls with native rhododendron and dogwood, pastoral farm scene with barn and cows to a softly rendered Grandfather Mountain exemplify his ingenious imagination.

Antonaccio’s technique is light and delicate, while his subject matter is romantic and gentle producing paintings evoking strength, grace and wonderment. Born in Italy, Antonaccio studied with some great Italian masters of fine art. He received his degree from the Institute of Fine Art in Castrovillari, Italy and the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, Italy with honors.

New landscapes by Andrew Braitman (oils on canvas) reflect his brilliant use of color and composition. A palette of turquoise, blue, green, and yellow in his paintings of a mountain trail, a woodland waterfall and a mountain lake showcases his extraordinary methods of capturing light and color. Born in Wyoming and educated at the University of Maryland (where he earned the Warton Award Grant for being the Outstanding Senior Artist), Braitman has paintings in galleries across the United States, Holland and Brazil. Along with notable artists such as Frank Stella and Andrew Wyeth, Braitman was chosen by First Lady Nancy Reagan as one of America’s Leading Artists.

Braitman is a professional exhibiting artist and dynamic teacher for over 25 years. He conducts painting workshops at Carlton Gallery where the participants praise his ability to bring out each individualistic style and to instruct all skill levels. His "Paint with Trust" oil painting workshops on June 9-13 and September 16-19 will teach participants how to achieve elegance and sophistication in painting a landscape.
 

Eighth Annual Inspiring Workshops at Carlton Gallery

Celebrating its 26th year, Carlton Gallery is planning the 8th annual insightful, entertaining and inspiring painting workshops in various mediums in the downstairs studio of the gallery. Make plans now to attend a workshop taught by Gallery artists to enrich, challenge and expand creativity as Carlton Gallery begins another great season of "making art".

Jim Crompton, a teacher of painting for over 35 years and a life-long artist, starts the 8th annual painting workshops on May 5-7 with "Clay Sculpture-Portrait Head in Clay". This 2-part series explores the details of portrait painting by first creating a clay sculpture. This application taught by Crompton allows thinking in three dimensional form. The series continues on May 19-21 with a "Portrait Painting" Workshop which allows techniques learned in making a three dimensional clay head sculpture to be painted onto canvas. Crompton’s "Creative Paintings from Photographs", distinctive 3-day workshops concentrate on teaching the four steps of painting: drawing, color, form and detail. These monthly workshops enable participants to reach a new dimension in painting, as Landscape Impressions are explored in June, Southwestern Impressions are demonstrated in September and July, August, and October are open to any subject matter.

Talented artist and teacher, Andrew Braitman, instructs aspiring artists to "Paint with Trust" in his workshops on June 9-13 and September 16-19. Braitman’s intensified color palette and bold brush strokes allows participants to paint an elegant and sophisticated landscape. Braitman’s unique painting style awarded him to assist notable artists Andy Warhol and Jamie Wyeth at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Braitman’s painting, "Path at Bass Lake" was featured on the cover of "Art of Well Being" in the Spring of 2007. He was chosen by First Lady Nancy Reagan as one of America’s leading artists and asked to decorate for the White House an Easter egg which is now on display at the Smithsonian Institute.

Artist Mary Dobbin in an art instructor at Caldwell Community College in Lenoir and teaches many workshops. Dobbin instructs beginners to draw well in pencil, charcoal, and graphite. Her combination of right brain methods and techniques allows participants to draw with ease in subjects as portrait and still life in her 4-day workshop of June 3-6. Dobbin received her MFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York and her BFA from the University of NC at Charlotte. In 2004 she won the Satie Broyhill Award at the 28th Annual Caldwell Visual Artist Competition for her mixed media piece titled, "Indigo Dreams".

Mixed media collage artist. Vae Hamilton, emphasizes exploration, freedom from stress, and enjoying the experience of allowing one’s creativity to come forth in her "Brush and Beyond" workshops beginning June 16-18. Hamilton is a full time artist with over 30 years experience. She teaches workshops throughout the Southeast and has won many awards for her unique art. Hamilton’s workshops on August 26-29 and October 15-17 are sure to enhance and perfect one’s personal painting style by incorporating nontraditional media, such as acrylic gels, texturing mediums, collage transfers and "collected" materials. Hamilton’s focus on value, design, composition and vibrant energy in these workshops allows for greater individualistic creativity in mixed media collage.

The 1-day figure painting workshops of artist Kate Worm emphasize composition, color and good drawing, as it relates to painting the female form. Participants work with an unclothed model using non-traditional drawing and painting techniques to express energy and abstraction within a traditional context. The Summer 2006 issue of American Artist Watercolor magazine featured the exquisitely rendered nude figures of Kate Worm. Worm is presently an instructor at the Hickory Museum of Art and welcomes all levels in watercolor at her "Let’s figure It In" workshops on August 6 and August 7 at Carlton Gallery.

Looking forward to seeing you in the gallery for an adventure in artistic expression.

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