Mountaintop Rotary’s Art and Craft Show continues celebrating its summer run with shows on August 23 and 24 at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands.
This year over 120 of the most respected and sought-after artisans from throughout the southeast and beyond will showcase their art, many of whom return year after year. An even greater testament to the success of this show is that, as its reputation has grown, it attracts more gifted artisans.
Renowned wildlife artist Danny O’Driscoll is one such artist who enjoyed his first visit to this show in June and is happy to be back for the August show. Danny has been a successful self-employed professional artist for 52 years and has been showing at art festivals for over 43 years, earning his living and raising a family entirely through his artistry. He’s shown at shows throughout the United States, including the prestigious Southeastern Wildlife Expo in Charleston, South Carolina, and has also long been a favorite at shows in the NC High Country. His acrylic wildlife paintings feature wildlife from the mountains to the sea and are unparalleled in their realism. You must look closely to realize that it is a painting and not a photograph.
Phillippa Mead of Rosemead Images enjoyed her first foray into the world of art and craft shows at this show in June, and she’s hooked. Recently moving to this area from Naples, Florida, her photography has evolved and flourished as she has found herself transitioning from portraits to scenery, inspired by our natural beauty.
Phillippa Mead
You’ll find yourself connecting with her and her partner, Ted, through their images of landscapes, flowers, waterfalls, sunsets, and unique objects, as well as automobiles.
We’re sure there is a story behind the interest in automobiles, and Phillippa invites you to visit their booth to hear more and see her breathtaking works.
The Sip and Stroll will be back! On Saturday, August 23, enjoy beer from Western Carolina Brew and wine and charcuterie from High Country Wine and Provisions.
Come sip and stroll through the art. There will also be live music, a kid’s zone, the Teddy Bear Hospital hosted by Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, members of the PAC Youth Theatre will also be performing scenes from their recent hit show Matilda, and more.
While the delightful works of art, family fun, and music are what draw the crowds, let’s not forget that this effort is Mountaintop Rotary’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Attendance and parking are free, but donations are welcome and encouraged.
Pictured | Artwork by Danny O’Driscoll
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