Waynesville NC News | The Art of an Art Crawl

Published on February 8, 2014

Western North Carolina is well known as an artist Mecca attracting creative talent from across the country. The gated community of Sunset Falls at Bald Creek in Waynesville is blessed by plenty of opportunities to explore their artistic side or advance their talent at the nearby Haywood Community College or the Haywood County art classes. Retiring is more fulfilling in Waynesville, North Carolina with just a stroke of brush or with a simple piece of clay. Relocating Baby Boomers often become inspired from a class or an exhibit at a local Waynesville NC art gallery.

Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina lies the town of Waynesville. This best mountain town is known for its artistic expression and diverse number of artists-in-residence living around the area. The towns and communities like Sunset Falls at Bald Creek are extremely cultured and attract artistic individuals or people looking to try a new art class for the first time in their life. Sunset Falls at Bald Creek is a 300-acre residential neighborhood nestled within the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina with stellar long range mountain views.

Haywood Community College is a good place to start new endeavors. This college offers a Professional Crafts Program to learn the basics of different types of art. Students can learn how to mold, cut and combine materials such as: wood, clay, metal and fibers. Students of all ages gather into classes and or small studios. The entire program consists of approximately 60 students and can include a diploma or even an A.A.S. degree after a 2-year program is completed. The diplomas include classes in design, marketing or business, while there are still options for individuals looking to take just one or two classes. For those who want to stay more close to home, they can attend the local Haywood County art classes.

Downtown Waynesville has upcoming events including art classes for children and adults and is where to begin an Art Crawl. Anelle’s Original Art Lessons is perfect for children visiting the area. From one-day workshops to all summer camps, children can learn the fundamentals of art and have fun while the adults explore their artistic side. Long Grove Art School is taught by a private instructor. From oil paints to water colors, Long Grove Art School is a great place for retirees to make new friends and create something beautiful. Maybe even for a Waynesville NC art gallery to display their masterpieces?

Residents at Sunset Falls at Bald Creek have so much to do in their own communities, but enjoy making time to visit the local art galleries. Waynesville is a terrific town to stroll along and view art exhibits and museums. The Waynesville Gallery Association schedules multiple events a year beginning in May and attracts people from all over the nation providing the perfect opportunity for an Art Crawl. This month the fun is in full swing at the Cedar Hill Studio.

The Cedar Hill Studio will feature pottery, water colors, stained glass and so much more in the month of February. The Earthworks Gallery celebrates their 21st Anniversary and invites residents and visitors to check out their amazing exhibits and store all year round. There are many more mountain art festivals and Waynesville NC art galleries to be seen in this wonderful area. The only problem is deciding which one to visit first!

Check out some of the popular upcoming events beginning in May in this area:

May-Dec. 2014, The 1st Friday of each month – The Original "Art After Dark"
Aug. 29-30, 2014- Fridays & Saturdays – 43nd Annual Smoky Mountain Folk Festival
Oct. 18, 2014 - Saturdays – The 26th Annual Apple Harvest Festival
Dec. 8, 2014 – Monday – Waynesville Christmas Parade