Arts and Crafts
Artists and Crafters
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Featured Artists
Jim Downey Glass (Wilmington) -
Jim Downey began his adventures with glass in 1976 when he enrolled in a community college’s glass technology program. His glass ornaments have been developed over the past 30 years. The concept of putting a glass figurine inside a clear ball is known in glassblowing circles. However, Jim expanded the idea by using color glass and developing a catalog of figurines that continues to grow every year. All the glass figurine ornaments are signed, dated and numbered. These are his signature pieces. He has also made hundreds of vases, candle holders and various figurines. Jim makes wedding cake tops and one-of-a-kind gifts as requested.
Papa Doc's Art (Currie) -
William “Dock” Lindley is a self-taught wood carver known for his realistic represen-tations of over 40 species of fish and other nautical related subjects. All carvings are from his original designs with attention to detail. (His work is beautiful!) Dock’s studio is in southeastern NC. His carvings can be purchased through art shows, festivals and his website. He is currently working with a company in High Point that will fabricate some of his carvings into pecan resin art. He also designed and carved the fish for the bronze fish fountain in front of the State Supreme Court in Columbus, OH.
Harry Jarman (Kernersville) -
Harry Jarman is a well-known Southern realist who paints in oil with a soft touch and richness of color that portrays great feeling and knowledge. Harry’s subjects range from still lifes and landscapes to wildlife and seascapes. His work is phenomenal – I’ve never seen anyone who can make glass on a canvas look so real. Some of his current work is so clever and whimsical; it will easily take an adult back to their childhood. Harry’s work can be found in numerous galleries and shops in North Carolina. He also travels to many art shows and festivals where you can buy his originals and prints.
Coastal Carolina Pottery (Swansboro) - Using the natural beauty of North Carolina's Crystal Coast as inspiration, potter Christine O'Connell creates work that is both functional and decorative. Each unique piece is individually hand crafted in order to bring a little art into the everyday. All her pots are food safe and can be used in the oven, fridge and microwave. Chris has been creating her beautiful pottery since 1999. It is available at festivals, online and in a few coastal galleries.
Mark Casey Milestone (Winston-Salem) - Since his debut in 1990, self-taught artist Mark Casey Milestone has become nationally recognized for his work in such media as watercolors, oils, assemblages and sculptures. Mark’s fascination with making things dates back to his childhood and is reflected in his current work. His work continues to draw interest from private collectors and public galleries including The American Visionary Art Museum, the Museum of American Folk Art, and the Smithsonian Institute.