Grovewood Gallery will celebrate the beginning of spring with two delightful days of demos, discounts, and wine on April 5 and 6 from 11 am to 5 pm.
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
Written by Grovewood Gallery.