For each month of Art Walk, the VRAG will place two painted rocks in active art walk participating merchants. The rocks are painted, one with the letters "MAC" and the other with letters "VRAG".
A picture of the rocks will be posted on the following: Facebook pages VRAG, Murphy Rocks, and the Murphy Mouth prior to Art Walk. The post will read with the statement directing "On Art Walk night find either of these two painted rocks hidden inside a sponsoring merchant, bring it to the MAC during Art Walk and receive a $20 VRAG/MAC gift certificate." A list of participating merchants can be found inside any Art Walk brochure or look for downtown merchant with a "Proud Sponsor" of Art Walk decal.
A picture of the rocks will be posted on the following: Facebook pages VRAG, Murphy Rocks, and the Murphy Mouth prior to Art Walk. The post will read with the statement directing "On Art Walk night find either of these two painted rocks hidden inside a sponsoring merchant, bring it to the MAC during Art Walk and receive a $20 VRAG/MAC gift certificate." A list of participating merchants can be found inside any Art Walk brochure or look for downtown merchant with a "Proud Sponsor" of Art Walk decal.
Art Walk is scheduled to begin on the first Friday of each month from May to December where art and artists are showcased in the shops and on the sidewalks. Downtown businesses are encouraged to actively participate in Art Walk by remaining open until 8 pm, following any Art Walk themes, and hosting demonstrating artists and musicians in their store front/sidewalk.
Art Walk activities include demonstrating artists: painting, drawing, creating a variety of arts and crafts, along with musicians and assorted performing artists engaging the downtown visitors. Many merchants have live music and art on display inside their shops and restaurants. During each Friday's Art Walk, Valley River Arts Gallery will remain open until 8 pm.
No Art Walk is the same, and visitors to the area will find the uniqueness and variety of each event as an opportunity to sample the unique rich artistic culture of western North Carolina. One addition to this year's art walk will be activities in a "Kid's Korner" including face painting, rock painting, and creative activities for children.
Artists interested in participating in Art Walk are encouraged to register below. There is no fee for setting up as an Artist. We request that artist setting up for Art Walk set up with participating downtown merchants as identified on the 2017 Art Walk brochure map above.
Art Walk activities include demonstrating artists: painting, drawing, creating a variety of arts and crafts, along with musicians and assorted performing artists engaging the downtown visitors. Many merchants have live music and art on display inside their shops and restaurants. During each Friday's Art Walk, Valley River Arts Gallery will remain open until 8 pm.
No Art Walk is the same, and visitors to the area will find the uniqueness and variety of each event as an opportunity to sample the unique rich artistic culture of western North Carolina. One addition to this year's art walk will be activities in a "Kid's Korner" including face painting, rock painting, and creative activities for children.
Artists interested in participating in Art Walk are encouraged to register below. There is no fee for setting up as an Artist. We request that artist setting up for Art Walk set up with participating downtown merchants as identified on the 2017 Art Walk brochure map above.
Murphy Art Walk – ARTIST REGISTRY
Would you like to exhibit/live demonstrate your artwork, music, dance, or craft at one of the monthly Art Walk Events? Art Walks are held first Friday of each month, May through December from 5 pm until 8 pm, in downtown Murphy, NC.
Artists are selected from the Artist Registry when a participating business is in search/need of an artist to exhibit for a chosen month. We encourage artists to initiate the conversation, by contacting the business, introduce yourself and share your art or skills, to see where the conversation leads.
Please fill out the fields below, then click submit. By submitting your information, you agree, the data you entered in the registry, will be public. The info you provide will shortly after be available to the public below.
To speak to the Art Walk's Committee Chairman and answers to any questions, email Sandy Wheeler at: Sandyanne52@aol.com.
Would you like to exhibit/live demonstrate your artwork, music, dance, or craft at one of the monthly Art Walk Events? Art Walks are held first Friday of each month, May through December from 5 pm until 8 pm, in downtown Murphy, NC.
Artists are selected from the Artist Registry when a participating business is in search/need of an artist to exhibit for a chosen month. We encourage artists to initiate the conversation, by contacting the business, introduce yourself and share your art or skills, to see where the conversation leads.
Please fill out the fields below, then click submit. By submitting your information, you agree, the data you entered in the registry, will be public. The info you provide will shortly after be available to the public below.
To speak to the Art Walk's Committee Chairman and answers to any questions, email Sandy Wheeler at: Sandyanne52@aol.com.
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2018 Artists Who Have Registered
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Peggy White
Peggy's Email 770-374-1116 Description of my art/talent I have handmade earrings and bracelets. I also make children's aprons, reversible tote bags, server/vendor aprons, key chains and purses. |
Barbara Welter
Barbara's Email 813-245-4327 Description of my art/talent I make handmade jewelry using beautiful natural stones, pearls and leather. |
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Ty Bresson
Ty's Email 330-466-9658 Description of my art/talent Homemade wooden spoon, forks and cutting boards, wine bottle bird feeders, NC gemstone dreamcatchers |
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Kathy Thompson
Kathy's Email 706-633-3865 Description of my art/talent I write books and would like to do a book signing. My book "Mountain Stories" has 32 stories including 5 about Murphy and one from Bryson City. The rest are Union, Fannin, Gilmer counties in Georgia, as well as The Copper Basin. You can see them at www.kathythompsonbooks.com |
Judith Bolus
Judith's Email 828-361-6224 Description of my art/talent We make handcrafted scented candles using Soy wax ,natural fragrances. Fat Crow Candles Murphy, NC |
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Marie Gunther
Marie's Email 828-644-8177 Description of my art/talent Papercrafts, Mixed Media Canvas and Shadowboxes |
Hilary Thompson
Hilary's Email 706-836-6934 Description of my art/talent Artisanal soy candles Each candle I create is based on an idea. Through hours of experimentation with scent, I create unique sensory experiences for my customers. With scents such as "Spruce Springsteen" (denim & blue spruce) and "Bless Your Fart" (potpourri bathroom odor eliminating blend) I hope to delight your nose as well as your sense of humor. www.etsy.com/shop/kudzukweencandleco |
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Pat Adams
Pat's Email 828-361-5740 Description of my art/talent Various signs on pallet wood decorated with all sorts of "bling" like jewelry, vinyl, stencils, decoupage, metal, etc. Different and nice. Thank you for the opportunity! |
Teresa LaFontaine
Teresa's Email 828-837-7690 Description of my art/talent Acrylic paintings, jewlery, poetry, crafts |
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Amber Coffey
Amber's Email 828-361-2215 Description of my art/talentI have recently invested in a laser engraving machine where I can engrave on anything but brick. My machine is 18x12. I have done signs, lanterns, dogtags, benches, medical alert bracelets, wine bottles, tumblers, wine holders, portfolios, knives, coins, coolers and home to do alot more in the future. My husband also has a metal fabrication and powder coating machine that he hopes to have up and going by September as well. Check out my Facebook page called Coffey Customs if you'd like. |
Melinda Edwards
Melinda's Email 828-541-9111 Description of my art/talent Handmade aprons, whimsical for children and fun, yet stylish for adults. |
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Nancy O'Hara
Nancy's Email 732-684-2603 Description of my art/talentScarf, shawl, sweater pins made of heavy gauge wire in various designs. Pashmina Scarves are also available for sale to complement the scarf pins. I also make jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces and earrings. |
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John Andersen
John's Email 954-604-3434 Description of my art/talent I am the author of a trilogy of action/adventure books with a nautical theme. The 3 volumes are: Book 1-The Final Option (Bahamas), Book 2-Double Trouble, and Book 3-The Monaco Conspiracy. Signed copies will be on sale at the Murphy Art Walk, and are also available on Amazon.com for print books, and on Kindle for ebooks. |
Kathleen Thompson
Kathleen's Email 706-633-3865 Description of my art/talent Nonfiction books about the regional. My latest book, Mountain Stories, includes five stories about Murphy. kathythompsonbooks.com |
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Karen Gramenz
Karen's Email 561-723-4723 Description of my art/talent Basketry. I am president of North Georgia Mountain Weavers and we are making/selling salt-and-pepper baskets (with salt-and-peppers!) as our annual fundraiser. |