Except for the COVID years, the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers has sponsored the Fall Colors Fine Art Show for more than two decades.
It’s a draw for regular visitors as far away as South Florida (some even plan their trips to Highlands around it), and it is an unexpected treat for other visitors who did not previously know about it. Of course, local patrons look forward to its return every year. Some of the best local and regional artists will return this year, along with several first-time exhibitors.
This is a juried event of about 30 Art League members who qualify for acceptance. To be sure, there will be fine paintings in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, and pencil, but there will also be works in mixed-media, wood, clay, fiber, photography, as well as one-of-a-kind jewelry.
This year, the show will take place on Saturday and Sunday, October 17-18, 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. both days. As usual, the location is the Highlands Civic Center at the Rec Park. This indoor venue has plenty of free parking. Admission is free, and 100 percent of donations collected will be used for youth scholarships to various local art programs.
It’s always been a mission of the Art League to promote art among area youth.
Whether you’re looking for fine art for your home, searching for a unique gift, or simply enjoying a day of browsing, the Fall Colors Fine Art Show offers something for everyone.
Featured Artists of the Fall Colors Art Show
Holly Allen is a fine art painter rooted in Southern Appalachia, working in oil, acrylic, and gold and silver leaf. Drawing from direct observation on her travels and mountain hikes, she captures the wildlife, wildflowers, and scenery of the region she calls home.
HollyAllenFineArt.com
hello@hollyallenfineart.com
Deborah Bryant is a fiber artist living in the Cashiers area creating fine handwoven wearables. Each piece begins with the inspiration of the natural world caught in a photograph, brought to life in her studio with hand-dyed yarns, then woven into the soft cotton fabric for each unique accessory.
deborahbryanthandwoven.com
deborahbryanthandwoven@gmail.com
Zach Claxton is a self-taught oil painter based in Highlands. His representational style spans landscapes, waterscapes, wildlife, and portraits, often inspired by local scenery and national travels. A member of Oil Painters of America, he also serves on the board of the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers.
zachclaxtonart.com
zachclaxton@aol.com
Gwen Greenglass, an accomplished impressionist photographer, creates imagery that reflects her artistic journey and vision. Using refined techniques and a masterful command of light and color, she captures fleeting moments with depth and sensitivity. Gwen’s current collection celebrates the Highlands Plateau, portraying nature’s elegance with a lyrical quality.
gwengg.com
gwen@gwengg.com
@gwenggphotoart
Christine Hyde’s art captures life through sight, sound, and sensation. Whether painting wildlife or landscapes, she brings each canvas to life with vivid emotion and visual energy. Her work invites viewers to listen with their hearts, feel joy, and relish the experience of nature’s beauty through her expressive brushwork.
artistchristinehyde.com
artistchristinehyde@gmail.com
@artistchristinehyde
Leslie Jeffery is a contemporary fine artist known for large abstract compositions. Her work explores rhythm, texture, and emotion through layered color and dynamic form. With series like “Soundscapes” and “Birds and Nests,” she invites viewers into expressive worlds that balance spontaneity with thoughtful structure and visual harmony.
lesliejeffery.art
LJArtwork@yahoo.com
@lesliejeffery
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