Grovewood Gallery will celebrate the beginning of
spring with two delightful days of demos, discounts, and wine on April 5 and 6 from
11am – 5pm. The gallery offers two expansive floors of finely crafted furniture, jewelry,
ceramics, glass, and more by over 350 artists and craftspeople from around the United
States.
During this annual “Sip & Shop” event, gallery merchandise will be 10% off (excludes
Lyman Whitaker sculptures), and local artist demonstrations will take place on both
days. Shoppers can also enjoy complimentary drinks and tasty treats. Guests looking to
round out their experience can enjoy brunch next door at ELDR and visit the Estes-Winn
Antique Car Museum, also located in Grovewood Village. This free event is sponsored by
Metro Wines.
Demonstrating Artists (11am – 4pm)
Andrea Kulish: Pysanky
Artist Andrea Kulish, a first-generation Ukrainian-American, will demonstrate the
ancient art of pysanky. Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter eggs decorated with traditional
Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist method. The word pysanka (singular form of
pysanky) comes from the verb pysaty, “to write” or “to inscribe,” as the designs are not
painted on but written (inscribed) with beeswax. This is a very old tradition, and its
beginnings reach back to antiquity. Kulish has been practicing pysanky since early
childhood and has taught it to others for more than a decade.
Christopher Mello: Floral Design
Master gardener and horticulturist Christopher Mello will demonstrate the art of floral
design. Mello, who earned a two-year associate degree in horticulture from Haywood
Community College, was once a part of the floral crew at the Biltmore Estate (both in
the nursery and in the house). Through the years, he has designed and established well-
loved public gardens in the River Arts District and in West Asheville and developed a
poppy hybrid he calls “Blue Pearl.” He also enjoys getting his hands dirty with clay. A
selection of his ceramic offerings, including his signature acorns, will be available to
purchase. To learn more about Mello, watch Bill Torgerson’s documentary Yes You May:
The Story of Christopher’s Garden.
ABOUT GROVEWOOD GALLERY
Established in 1992, Grovewood Gallery is noted for its charming, old-world setting and
rich craft heritage. The gallery is located in the historic Grovewood Village complex,
which once housed the weaving and woodworking operations of Biltmore Industries, a
force in American craft and textiles that grew to become one of the largest producers of
handwoven wool. Today, the gallery offers two expansive floors of fine American-made
art and crafts contributed by more than 350 makers from across the United States.
Hours are Monday through Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm. Free parking is available on-site.
For more information on Grovewood Gallery, visit www.grovewood.com or call (828)
253-7651.