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A Unique Presentation
Written By: Donna Rhodes | Issue: 2018/11 - November
The Highlands Plateau is one of the South’s hottest destinations. High on its Hot List is Carolina Gallery, just a year old, but already a popular showcase for some of the region’s finest artists.
The gallery beckons viewers into its spacious, breath-taking interior. A rush of natural light illuminates the room, warming the art with its alluring glow.
Exhibitions change often, giving a wide variety of artists/mediums, local and regional, a beautiful space in which to show their award-winning creations. 2018’s juried, themed shows included “The Art of Music,” “For the Birds,” “Contemporary Botanicals,” and currently, “Small Works.”
With the magnificent view, inviting space, draw of our culturally-astute public, and energy of the mountains, 2019 promises to be a phenomenal year.
Co-owner Mary Lou Bilbro says, “With movable walls and free flowing spaces, we shift the gallery’s configuration to lend itself to the fresh, dynamic look of new art and its unique presentation.
“We are always looking for new talent. The mountains attract some of the South’s best. Introducing undiscovered 2- and 3-D artists is part of the joy of owning a gallery.”
Mary Lou is proud of her company of painters and sculptors.
“Mase Lucas makes a canvas sing with subtle surface treatments and great design,” she says. “Chris Bell’s oil landscapes depict his reverence for his mountain home. Charlotte Tate’s exquisite ceramic sculptures show her sensitivity to life around her. Donna Johnson’s work explores psychological and
spiritual transformation.”
It’s the gallery’s support, encouragement, and promotion that helps Art thrive. Mary Lou takes that seriously, for she feels Art is the core of a robust civilization.
The current show, “Small Works,” will run through the holidays. Why not make Art your special gifts for this season? A one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted treasure lasts a lifetime in the happy recipient’s hand
and heart.
Carolina Gallery is open 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Thursday through Saturday and Monday. By appointment other days. It’s located at the corner of North Fourth Street and Carolina Way, at the entrance off Carolina Way in Highlands. Call (828) 526-3705 for more information.
