New Growth: Artists Respond to the Forest
An evolving exhibition from a winter artist residency at The North Carolina Arboretum, presenting site specific, nature inspired responses to the forest’s sights and sounds as it shifts from dormancy to spring.
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Twelve troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets form an interactive outdoor trail at the NC Arboretum, inviting tactile exploration and contemplative looks at human life through found material art.
Twelve troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets form an interactive outdoor trail at the NC Arboretum, inviting tactile exploration and contemplative looks at human life through found material art.
Twelve troll sculptures crafted from fallen branches and wooden pallets form an interactive outdoor trail at the NC Arboretum, inviting tactile exploration and contemplative looks at human life through found material art.
Slow, heart centered forest bathing with guided mindfulness practices and gentle winter woodland walks to deepen connection, quiet the mind, and cultivate self love and nature based inner wisdom.
Slow, heart centered forest bathing with guided mindfulness practices and gentle winter woodland walks to deepen connection, quiet the mind, and cultivate self love and nature based inner wisdom.
Slow, heart centered forest bathing with guided mindfulness practices and gentle winter woodland walks to deepen connection, quiet the mind, and cultivate self love and nature based inner wisdom.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Guided shinrin-yoku walks through Blue Ridge forest at The North Carolina Arboretum, using slow-paced sensory practices—breathwork, mindful listening, and gentle movement—to reduce stress and deepen connection with seasonal mountain ecology.
Material-focused mixed-media works by women artists from the Pacific Northwest, spanning textile, sculpture, and painting in a museum gallery setting; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026, gallery hours Wed–Sun.
Material-focused mixed-media works by women artists from the Pacific Northwest, spanning textile, sculpture, and painting in a museum gallery setting; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026, gallery hours Wed–Sun.
Material-focused mixed-media works by women artists from the Pacific Northwest, spanning textile, sculpture, and painting in a museum gallery setting; on view at Asheville Art Museum through May 17, 2026, gallery hours Wed–Sun.
Twelve giant interactive troll sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo roam the North Carolina Arboretum this winter, inviting families to explore forest trails, engage with site specific public art, and capture playful photo moments.
Twelve giant interactive troll sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo roam the North Carolina Arboretum this winter, inviting families to explore forest trails, engage with site specific public art, and capture playful photo moments.
Twelve giant interactive troll sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo roam the North Carolina Arboretum this winter, inviting families to explore forest trails, engage with site specific public art, and capture playful photo moments.
Tactile contemporary craft exploring curved forms, fluid movement, and organic shapes across ceramics, textiles, wood, and mixed media; regional artists present sculptural, gesture driven pieces that emphasize materiality and subtle motion.
Tactile contemporary craft exploring curved forms, fluid movement, and organic shapes across ceramics, textiles, wood, and mixed media; regional artists present sculptural, gesture driven pieces that emphasize materiality and subtle motion.
Tactile contemporary craft exploring curved forms, fluid movement, and organic shapes across ceramics, textiles, wood, and mixed media; regional artists present sculptural, gesture driven pieces that emphasize materiality and subtle motion.
Guided slow looking sessions led by a volunteer educator at the Asheville Art Museum, using close observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection within museum galleries.
Guided slow looking sessions led by a volunteer educator at the Asheville Art Museum, using close observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection within museum galleries.
Guided slow looking sessions led by a volunteer educator at the Asheville Art Museum, using close observation to cultivate relaxation and interpersonal connection within museum galleries.
Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, tracing Highwater Clays' 45 year legacy in WNC through wheel thrown stoneware, experimental glazes, and community focused craft histories.
Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, tracing Highwater Clays' 45 year legacy in WNC through wheel thrown stoneware, experimental glazes, and community focused craft histories.
Curated survey of studio ceramics from the Gail and Brian McCarthy collection, tracing Highwater Clays' 45 year legacy in WNC through wheel thrown stoneware, experimental glazes, and community focused craft histories.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.