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 |