If you have no prior experience in drawing, or your sketching skills are rusty and need refreshing, this set of classes on basic drawing techniques is just right for you. Intended for adults and teens ages 16 and older. The goals of this experience are (1) to observe with an artist’s eye, (2) to learn … Continued
Over 80 artists from all over Orange County will open their studios for you to visit the first two weekends in November. Work from all participating artists will be on display at FRANK in Chapel Hill and the Hillsborough Gallery of Art in Hillsborough. Saturdays 10-5 and Sundays noon-5, Nov. 3/4 and 10/11.
Pastels are an inexpensive and accessible medium for both quick sketches and serious, sophisticated pieces. Chalk (soft) pastels provide brilliant color and easy application and clean up. No prior drawing or painting experience is necessary to have fun and take home a pretty flower painting. The instructor will provide simple, easy to follow, guided drawing … Continued
Learn to warp the loom from scratch using a worsted weight yarn, create a variety of patterns in two colors, all on the same striped warp, and work two different finishing techniques, to produce a table mat or runner approximately 12" long (a sample weaving, showing some of the potential patterns, is at the Gallery). … Continued
Each December, the Winter Solstice marks the beginning of the winter season in the Northern Hemisphere, and the longest night of the year. This astronomical event is significant to many cultures, religions, and traditions, for many different reasons. For the Hillsborough, NC community, it has become a beautiful evening to gather and recognize the peaceful … Continued
Join us to learn the basics of simple stitching while making a felt critter. Call or stop by to register: 919-245-2532.
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts hosts its annual statewide juried art exhibit featuring both 2D & 3D media. January 7-31, 2019. Opening reception Friday January 25th, 6-9pm. Awards juror John Coffey, Curator of American and Modern Art at the North Carolina Museum of Art. The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned by 22 artists featuring painting, … Continued
Hillsborough Arts Council invites you to visit walkable, historic and hip downtown Hillsborough. Park once and enjoy art galleries, artist studios, boutiques and award-winning restaurants. For participating venues, exhibits and a map go to: www.lastfridaysartwalk.org
David is a native of Lima, Peru and graduated from Peruvian National Arts College. This exhibit will highlight not only his work but those of his students. The work of David Sovero and his students will be on display Feb 11 – Apr 4. One student stated that “David has enabled me to find my … Continued
“Horse of a Different Color” features acrylic paintings by local artist Chrystal Hardt. Chrystal describes her work: “My horses represent energy, movement, beauty and fun. I work from inner space and let them dance, fly, run and jump as they will. They add an element of pure joy to my work.” Also available for viewing … Continued