Corry Blanc is the definition of an artist who beautifully blends art and function. You may have seen his work at homes and businesses throughout the area in the form of beautiful gates and fixtures, his grilling tools at J.M. Stock, or even spotted Corry himself selling handmade goods at the Farmer’s Market. His products are individually hand-forged and […]
June 25, 2014
Local artists of all mediums are reaching to Kickstarter as a means to gain momentum for expanding their creative ideas and work. In Cville’s art scene, locals like film maker and IX Art Park purveyor Brian Wimer have a “why wait?” and “dream big” mentality when it comes to art. In just six months, Wimer has managed […]
April 30, 2014
She’s been Scouted, she’s been one of Cville’s Best, and now she’s the latest Artist Check-in! Get to know Isabelle Abbot, a beloved life-long local whose oil paintings have been a Cville staple since her days as a student in the UVA Art Department. You’ll be initially captured by her bright palettes and scenic outdoor […]
April 18, 2014
Looking for a good new read? Want to tell your own oral history? Want to support Clark Elementary’s School Garden? You can do all of these things and so much more when you check out The Bridge PAI’s collaboration with artist Simon Draper and Habitat for Artists. The Bridge has worn many hats during its time […]
April 4, 2014
Spring is gearing up to be packed with great local art events happening all over town. We asked art galleries, shops, and locals one question: “What should we look forward to at your upcoming arts events this Spring?” Catch a glimpse of what the galleries, shops, and locals are saying cannot be missed! The Bridge […]
April 2, 2014
If you’ve visited Telegraph on the Downtown Mall to pick up some zines, prints, and other unique fare, or to browse colorful artists during a First Fridays walk while sipping on a cold PBR, you have probably seen David Murray. David plays multiple roles as both part-owner of Telegraph Art and Gallery with his equally […]
March 5, 2014
For the past four years, this local artist has been a City Market regular. But Lauren Stangil is about to show Cville a whole new side of her art. Lauren has lived in the mountains and in the desert, back and forth from Charlottesville, but always calling Cville her “grounding force.” Her first major art show, […]
July 9, 2014
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