
Art Break | The Art of Paper with co-curator Cynthia Thompson
A curator-led Art Break exploring the creative and conceptual possibilities of paper and book arts with co-curator Cynthia Nourse Thompson. Expect behind-the-scenes context on curatorial practice, printmaking connections, and how exhibitions come together.
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Interactive, docent-led walk-through of a current featured exhibition with space for questions and close looking. Drop in for an accessible gallery deep dive led by museum staff or volunteer educators.

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Self guided afternoon’s River Arts District with artist talks and behind the scenes context on works in progress. Ideal for meeting local makers, exploring multiple studios, and discovering new gallery favorites.

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Drop-in studio making session led by museum staff, with prompts inspired by the permanent collection and current exhibitions. All ages and abilities are welcome for a hands-on creative activity; children must attend with an adult.

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Mindful yoga practice set among museum galleries, blending gentle movement with artistic inspiration. A calming midday reset that pairs breathwork and body awareness with the ambiance of curated visual art.

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A joyful summer collage workshop blends gentle movement, mantras, music, and guided meditation to spark creative self expression. Expect mindful paper cutting and layering, plus journaling reflection and community art making focused on what brings you joy.

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Slow-flow yoga paired with guided mindful looking inside a current exhibition, using close observation of artworks to deepen relaxation and connection. Unwind afterward with a complimentary cup of tea and casual conversation in the Education Center.

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Hands-on mixed-media projects connect creativity with environmental awareness through recycled-material animal habitat collages and mountain landscapes with local wildlife. The week wraps with memory or shadow boxes filled with hand-built clay creatures and personal storytelling.

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Beginner botanical drawing series focused on linework, shading, and pen and ink, then finishing studies with watercolor washes. Hands on practice with composition, contour, contrast, texture, and personal style experimentation with materials provided.

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Contemporary fine art by Linsey Gray explores drifting states and shifting boundaries through a curated exhibition format. Quiet gallery viewing at Table Asheville suits slow looking, reflection, and art focused conversation.

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Weeklong STEAM summer camp built around hands-on exploration of the natural world, chemistry activities, and introductory computer programming. Designed to support youth development and classroom success with age-range sessions including rising kindergarteners at a downtown science museum.

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A self guided studio crawl through the Beaverdam area, with working artist spaces open for browsing, conversation, and behind the scenes process. Expect a neighborhood arts vibe with chances to meet local makers and discover new work.

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Mixed media projects connect local ecology and personal expression through collaged animal habitats made from recycled materials and mountain landscapes with regional wildlife. The week ends with memory or shadow boxes featuring hand built clay creatures.

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Gallery viewing centered on Michael Fitts’ contemporary artwork in a bright downtown Asheville exhibition space. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon of browsing, conversation, and collecting from a curated show at Blue Spiral 1.

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Self-guided gallery hopping through Asheville’s Downtown Arts District with pop-up makers and street-level creative energy. Stroll between studios and shop windows for new exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and casual downtown people-watching.

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Contemporary glass artworks that play with light, transparency, and reflection in a downtown gallery setting. A focused exhibition experience ideal for collectors and art lovers browsing new sculptural and blown glass pieces.

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Afternoon story-driven art camp blending picture-book readings with hands-on painting and mixed media projects for young artists, fostering creative play and early literacy at Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

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