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My work in ceramics has slowly evolved over the years first starting out with low relief wall hangings of plants and animals, then changing to 3-D animal heads and now free standing animal sculptures. I sometimes enjoy discovering the symbolism of an animal and in this way find an added layer of meaning which always brings an […]
I have been a Studio Potter for over 40 years, working primarily in functional high-fired stoneware and porcelain. My work has been featured in dozens of gallery shows, primarily on the East coast. For many years I also owned and operated a regional craft gallery in the Adirondack mountains of Northern New York. I currently […]
My artist statement: I delight in the creative process. It gives me energy, frees my spirit. My role as an artist is to nurture the creative space within me. I invite viewers to explore my paintings, let their spirit dance or rest in my world of imagery, colors, and mood. In my subjects, I […]
My works are very personal, and each has its own identity based upon my deeply rooted interests in art, history, and music. They are often abstractions from themes that include reclining figures, torsos, and “heroes”. I have works, large and small, in wood, stone, steel, and bronze. Some pieces rotate; others are on fixed bases. […]
I enjoy making something useful and attractive using my own two hands. I relish unearthing the hidden potential in a ball of moist clay and guiding its transformation into something beautiful and functional. The subsequent thrill and excitement of sharing the results of my work is a delightful part of making functional pottery. I respect […]
Please stop by my studio #23 in Fearrington Village during the 2024 Chatham Studio Tour. There you will discover many of my original watercolor paintings simply framed and on display. You will also find unframed originals as well as archival prints, cards, and a few wearables. I look forward to speaking with you in my […]
In my paintings I combine two different elements. I create rich vibrant colors by using many layers of watercolor. I also include finely detailed drawings, such as the intricate pattern of a bee’s wing or the individual hairs on a rabbit. After experimenting with various watercolor papers, I discovered Aquabord. Aquabord provides the perfect foundation […]
This will be my sixth year participating in the Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour on the first two weekends in December, and it is the 32nd year for the Tour. My studio will be open to the public on Saturday December 7th and 14th from 10-5, and Sunday December 8th and 15th from noon-5. From […]
What inspires me? Quite simply, it’s the people and places I’ve known in my life through living and travelling in various parts of our world. These many vivid experiences continuously influence and shape my work. Design. Quiet moments. Folklore. The art of other cultures. Nature itself. Perspective. Colors. Atmosphere. The play of light. The folds […]
Carolyn Rhinebarger has lived in North Carolina for over 20 years. Her professional experience in fashion and marketing gave Carolyn a solid foundation in color theory and composition which she now applies to her acrylic abstract paintings. With a painting style that others have called lyrical and ethereal, Carolyn’s work is a result of working […]
I have been working with wood for most of life and I must thank my father for setting me on this course. I am a ‘journey person’, so for me the crafting of the piece, whether it be a piece of furniture, a functional bowl or a piece of wood art is most fulfilling. Creating […]
From my studio uphill from the Haw River, my work conveys immersion in nature as journal observations, paintings, and sculptures. As a child I collected rocks, shells, and animal bones on walks in the woods or on the beach. I still have that cigar box of natural treasures, along with the feeling of wonder for […]
Photography is a creative outlet that encourages me to look at the world in a different way. My studio is the world and everything in it. My camera is my canvas and my lenses are my brushes. My digital darkroom allows me to refine my vision and use my imagination. I enjoy photographing a variety […]
I’ve focused on developing my metalsmithing skills to create wearable art for nearly a decade. Couillard Cloisonné is my studio where I create sculptural jewelry often inspired by nature, rural themes in NC, mythology and occasionally areas of social interest. For instance, I created my “jabot” collection of necklaces as a tribute to Ruth Bader […]
I utilize exotic woods, metals, and resins to create my art boxes. I won best in show in my first juried show at the festival on the Eno in Durham. I want to join the guild to meet and promote the arts here in Chatham county. My wife and I moved to Pittsboro over 5 […]
