We had a WONDERFUL weekend(Nov 7, 8 & 9) at the Broughton Artist Show. Great weather, good food and drink, fun music, interesting demos, beautiful & unique Art, and best of all.....fantastic people!
Scroll down through this blog to read about many of our Artists and see samplings of their work. Others not featured in the blog include: Kathy Adams - natural soaps and gorgeous pottery; Christina Hill(Old South Stained Glass) - beautiful windows, mosaics and wind chimes; Tom Himelick - functional and lovely pottery; Rainer Notter - Unique hand painted porcelain(lots of new things this year!); Allena Owen - amazing hand knitted and felted handbags, scarves etc. and the ever-popular Triple C's - Southern jelly with a kick! There truly is something for everyone on your shopping list and most likely something for yourself too!
DON'T MISS OUR LAST WEEKEND!! November 14, 15 & 16.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Beverly Smith - Painter
The thing that grabs me when I am looking for something to paint is elusive. It may be an unexpected flow of light, an unsual combination of color or form, or it may be just an emotional response to the image in front of me. I don't limit myself to a particular subject matter or medium, but my art is easily recognizable by my use of color and brushstroke. I create representational images combining both abstract and realistic elements primarily in watercolor and acrylic. I graduated with honors from Georgia State University with a degree in Fine Art. Through the University of Georgia, I studied in Europe and participated in the studies abroad program in Cortona, Italy. I have received numerous awards and enjoy membership in several art guilds. Friendships and support from fellow artist and patrons are an intrical part of my creative process.
You can see a sampling of Beverly's work at www.artistsingeorgia.com/beverlysmith
You can see a sampling of Beverly's work at www.artistsingeorgia.com/beverlysmith
Monday, November 10, 2008
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Autumn Show - November 2008!
Summer is winding down and it's time to think about the Broughton Artists Fall Show!! We are busy in the planning stages to bring you more artists and unique wares for your shopping pleasure. Of course there will be tasty treats, wine, fun and camaraderie to entice you to stay and shop with us. We will be open two weekends in November for your convenience. So mark your calendars!
November 7,8. & 9 plus November 14, 15 & 16!
November 7,8. & 9 plus November 14, 15 & 16!
Friday, March 21, 2008
Betsy Winn
Hand Built Pottery
After spending 23 years working as a professional photographer and graphic artist, upon retirement, I sought a new outlet for my creative side. I experimented a lot. I have taken many classes at John Campbell Folk School, painting, wood turning, paper making, enameling. Finally I tried a hand building pottery class at Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Before the end of the 8 week class I had my own kiln and started a new adventure.
My first instructor taught me that just because something starts out as a tea cup doesn’t mean it has to stay a tea cup. I love the serendipity of hand building. I can be very precise with angles and shapes to build a lidded box or I can slam the clay around until it tells me where it wants to go. I find inspiration in nature. I use leaves for imprints, I use bark for texturing and often incorporate frogs and lizards in my designs.
For about five years I have specialized in wall and Ikebana vases. I am currently studying under Jerry Chappell of Happy Valley Pottery, he is pushing me out of my comfortable place. Who knows where this will take me.
I have a small studio at my home in Farmington,GA I work outside as often as possible while listening to music and taking breaks to play with my 2 dogs, Zoey and Zach
After spending 23 years working as a professional photographer and graphic artist, upon retirement, I sought a new outlet for my creative side. I experimented a lot. I have taken many classes at John Campbell Folk School, painting, wood turning, paper making, enameling. Finally I tried a hand building pottery class at Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Before the end of the 8 week class I had my own kiln and started a new adventure.
My first instructor taught me that just because something starts out as a tea cup doesn’t mean it has to stay a tea cup. I love the serendipity of hand building. I can be very precise with angles and shapes to build a lidded box or I can slam the clay around until it tells me where it wants to go. I find inspiration in nature. I use leaves for imprints, I use bark for texturing and often incorporate frogs and lizards in my designs.
For about five years I have specialized in wall and Ikebana vases. I am currently studying under Jerry Chappell of Happy Valley Pottery, he is pushing me out of my comfortable place. Who knows where this will take me.
I have a small studio at my home in Farmington,GA I work outside as often as possible while listening to music and taking breaks to play with my 2 dogs, Zoey and Zach
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Carol Rainey Fox
Oil and Acrylic Artist
Carol's philosophy is why paint and be creative if we can not follow our impulses and instincts. Her art style is extremely vibrant with fearless use of color. Her bold color choices give even the simplest objects in her paintings character and life. Her subject matter varies from people to pears to pigs. She paints with oils and acrylics when working on canvas. Working on wood and tin has become one of her recent endeavors.
Carol's desire to be an artist developed when she was a young child and it lead her to receive a BFA degree in drawing and painting at the University of Georgia. After attending college she lived in Africa and Spain. She has also traveled extensively in Cambodia and in many countries in Europe.
Traveling has helped to open her eyes and mind to unique cultures and different types of art. Carol feels that living and traveling in various countries has greatly influenced her art work.
View samples of Carol's work at www.carolfox.us
Carol's philosophy is why paint and be creative if we can not follow our impulses and instincts. Her art style is extremely vibrant with fearless use of color. Her bold color choices give even the simplest objects in her paintings character and life. Her subject matter varies from people to pears to pigs. She paints with oils and acrylics when working on canvas. Working on wood and tin has become one of her recent endeavors.
Carol's desire to be an artist developed when she was a young child and it lead her to receive a BFA degree in drawing and painting at the University of Georgia. After attending college she lived in Africa and Spain. She has also traveled extensively in Cambodia and in many countries in Europe.
Traveling has helped to open her eyes and mind to unique cultures and different types of art. Carol feels that living and traveling in various countries has greatly influenced her art work.
View samples of Carol's work at www.carolfox.us
Monday, March 17, 2008
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Elizabeth Collins
Sparkle Plenty Art
Beyond pottery…
Usually the first thing people say when they see my artwork is “This isn’t the usual pottery you see!”
I consider myself a “potter”, however my artwork combines many mediums… I especially love mixing natural elements together to form truly unique and complex pieces. You may find bits of wood, glass, copper and other metals, shell and gemstone ephemera combined with stoneware or porcelain clay. I use a wide variety of forming as well as firing techniques. Ideas tend to morph into new projects on a very regular basis, so my work changes quickly!
I live in Morgan County, Georgia with my large family: husband Steve, daughter Sarah Beth, son Jackson, mother Andrea and sister Laurie. I sell my artwork out of my home studio and a variety of galleries in many areas around northeast Georgia. I work part time teaching ceramic art at Camp Twin Lakes, a camp for children with special needs and serious illnesses.
Beyond pottery…
Usually the first thing people say when they see my artwork is “This isn’t the usual pottery you see!”
I consider myself a “potter”, however my artwork combines many mediums… I especially love mixing natural elements together to form truly unique and complex pieces. You may find bits of wood, glass, copper and other metals, shell and gemstone ephemera combined with stoneware or porcelain clay. I use a wide variety of forming as well as firing techniques. Ideas tend to morph into new projects on a very regular basis, so my work changes quickly!
I live in Morgan County, Georgia with my large family: husband Steve, daughter Sarah Beth, son Jackson, mother Andrea and sister Laurie. I sell my artwork out of my home studio and a variety of galleries in many areas around northeast Georgia. I work part time teaching ceramic art at Camp Twin Lakes, a camp for children with special needs and serious illnesses.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Polly Becton
Randy and I have vacationed on Edisto Island for many years and still do. During beach walks I always collect less than perfect shells. One Christmas time I decided to make gifts for my friends using the shell pieces. After much testing of glues and finishes I achieved the desired results. Each piece takes about a week to complete. Some are enhanced with gold, silver, jade and glass beads and some are left as found.
What began as gifts has turned into a wonderful venture for all to enjoy. True Treasures from the Sea.
What began as gifts has turned into a wonderful venture for all to enjoy. True Treasures from the Sea.
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