SC - Carolina Arts

Central Carolina Community Collegecontinued from Page 34Work by Phillip AsheCentral Carolina Community College(CCCC) and are an exploration of oddjuxtapositions of material, both syntheticand natural, as metaphor.Ashe received his BFA in Sculpturefrom East Carolina University in Greenville,NC, and his MFA in Art from theUniversity of North Carolina at Greensboro,Greensboro, NC. He began histeaching career as an adjunct at MitchellCommunity College teaching sculpture,design, and ceramics while gainingexperience as a practicing sculptor.In 2007, he became lead instructor inCentral Carolina Community College’sSculpture Program.You are invited to view this challengingbody of work. While here visit theCCCC Student Gallery at 138 NorthChatham Avenue to see the latest sculptureand pottery produced by the currentclass.For further information check our NCInstitutional Gallery listings, call the NCArts Incubator at 919/663-2072 or visit(http://www.ncartsincubator.org/).Carolina Creations in New Bern,NC, Offers Works by Pat HolscherCarolina Creations Fine Art and ContemporaryCraft Gallery in New Bern,NC, will present an exhibit of worksby Pat Holscher, on view from Nov. 11through Dec. 31, 2011. A reception will beheld on Nov. 11, from 5-8pm during theNew Bern ArtWalk.Holscher speaks about her work, “Itgives my life purpose to bring pleasure toothers through my paintings. I love to createsomething unique that finds an emotionalconnecting chord in another person.The greatest compliment I can receive isthe appreciation someone has for the artthat reflects my internal thoughts and feelings,making me the person I am.”Work by Pat Holscher“Over the years I have tended to workin series; this allows a degree of familiaritywhich supports experimentation,” saysHolscher. “Shore birds are my most recentand successful subject matter, givingpeople familiar shapes to which they canrelate. However, with creative use of composition,color, and texture, I can encouragea new way of seeing those ordinarysubjects.”“I work in acrylics, pastels, and oils,but my primary medium is watercolor.Watercolor continues to be my mediumof choice due to its inherent fluidity,transparency, and spontaneity. I enjoy thefreedom and loss of control which onlywatercolor can provide, and I cherish thechallenge of letting the paint take over andproduce the visuals which cannot be duplicated.Each painting is an original, forthe paint truly is the master and it allowsme the joy of ‘going along for the ride’.”Holscher adds, “Ultimately, I find thatpainting provides a conduit for me to communicatewith others without the use ofthe written word, gestures, or dialogue.”Holscher received a BA and MA fromthe University of North Carolina at ChapelHill with additional study at MeredithCollege, Eastern Carolina Universityand has trained under many nationally recognizedartists. She has been juried intoshows throughout the state and receivedawards ranging from Honorable Mentionto Best in Show; most notably, AmericanWatercolor Society’s Annual InternationalExhibition, New York, NY in 2003, 2009(winning the Gold Medal of Honor), and2010 (awarded Signature Status).Holscher was chosen as a 2007 finalistin the 24th Annual Art Competition forArtist’s Magazine in the animal art category.One of the highlights of her careerwas the publication of a painting with anarticle in the section, “Master Painters ofthe World - US Showcase” in the October/November 2004 issue of InternationalArtist magazine.Additionally, Holscher’s work can befound in the following municipal andcorporate collections: The City of Raleigh,NC; The City of Rocky Mount,NC; Nations Bank; United CarolinaBank; Wachovia Bank and Trust Company;Glaxo Corporation; Hardee’s FoodSystems; First South Bank, Washington,NC; Hatteras Yachts, Inc.; Nash CountyMedical Center; Allied Marine of Florida;The Town of Nags Head; Outer BanksOutfitters, Morehead City, NC, and SASInstitute.Carolina Creations kicks off theholiday season with their annual HolidayOpen House on Friday and Saturday, Nov.25 and 26, 2011. Enjoy tasty treats anddrinks, door prizes, a gift for the first 100customers during the Open House! Alwaysfree giftwrapping offered. Shippingis available.For further information check our NCCommercial Gallery listings, call the galleryat 252/633-4369 or visit(www.carolinacreations.com).Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash,NC, Offers Works by Charles ChriscoSunset River Marketplace in Calabash,NC, is presenting an exhibit of raku potteryby Charles Chrisco, on view through Dec.3, 2011.Chrisco, was born and raised in theSeagrove/Jugtown area of North Carolina, aregion long recognized for its extensive potteryheritage. He studied pottery at MontgomeryTechnical Institute in Troy, NC, andthe Sawtooth Center for Visual Design inWinston-Salem, NC.Chrisco has been working with rakusince 1981, and earn many accolades forhis unique artistry including several BestIn Show awards and Best Pottery and FirstPlace awards.Raku by Chrisco is distinctive for its brilliantred color, crackle glaze and geometricstriping around the pieces.Ginny Lassiter, gallery owner says,“Charles’ work is simply stunning – verycontinued on Page 36Table of ContentsWaccamaw Arts & Crafts Guild’sArt in the Park39th Yearat two venues in Myrtle Beach, SCOver 60 artists from the East Coast to Tennessee,with about 20 artists from our local area!Chapin Park1400 N. Kings Hwy2011 - 39th YearValor ParkMyrtle Beach Market Common1120 Farrow ParkwayOctober 8 & 9November 5 & 6 November 12 & 132012 - 40th YearApril 14 & 15 April 21 & 22June 9 & 10Both VenuesSaturdays & Sundays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.No Admission ChargeChild and Pet Friendly!Art includes Paintings, Woodworking,Photography, Jewelry, Fabric, Glass, Metal,Pottery and StoneContact: JoAnne Utterback at 843-446-7471www.artsyparksy.comATTENTION CRAFTERS!Come join the Sixteenth Annual “Blessing Of The Inlet”SATURDAY • MAY 5, 2012 • 9am - 4pmBelin Memorial United Methodist ChurchMurrells Inlet, SC • www.BlessingoftheInlet.comSpaces are approximately 12’x12’ for $40.Deadline for vendor applications is April 30, 2012.For further information and to request an application,Call Judy Irish at 843-424-0509, E-mail to: jki328@yahoo.comor Mail to: 455 Sunnehanna Drive #156, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588Carolina Arts, November 2011 - Page 35