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  Willard Gayheart
  

  Front Porch Gallery & Frame Shop
  

  58 Cherry Blossom Lane Galax VA 24333 Phone: 276-236-5890 Email: wgayheart@embarqmail.com Website: http://www.willardgayheart.com Detailed pencil drawings, mainly Appalachian life style, including music, work and other aspects of the culture. Theme - “Nostalgic Glimpses of the Appalachian.” MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Blue Ridge Music Center. Shoney's, Hillsville VA. Shoney's, Dublin VA. Shoney's, Wytheville VA. Shoney's Kingsport TN. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: McFarland Press Inc, Book: :Willard Gayheart, Appalachian Artist."

  

  David & Sherry Hoffman
  

  Hoffman Pottery
  

  100 Driftwood Lane Independence VA 24348 Phone: 276-773-3546 Email: davidandsherry@hoffmanpottery.com Website: http://www.hoffmanpottery.com We make an extensive selection of functional stoneware for the table and the kitchen, decorative vases, and one of a kind pieces. We use layered glazes to achieve depth and variety of appearance. We work with a commitment to quality that we hope will be sensed by those who use and enjoy our pottery for many years to come. MEDIA: Clay WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA Originals Only, West Jefferson NC Quilts Unlimited, Charlottesville VA Holston Mountain Artisans, Abingdon,VA

  

  Ellie Kirby
  

  Fox Creek Press
  

  Address: 729 Hazelwood Road Troutdale VA 24378 Phone: 276 579-4011 Email: foxcreekpress@yahoo.com Website: http://www.elliekirby.com I like to design notecards, books and woodcuts that are inspired by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Folk Art Center Asheville NC. John Campbell Folk School, Brasstown NC. Arrowcraft, Gatlinburg TN. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Southern Highlands Craft Guild. Holston Mountain Artisans, Abingdon VA.

  

  Paula Melton
  

  Hillsville VA 24343 MEDIA: Mixed Media WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Paula Melton.

  

  Penelope Moseley
  

  Address: 151 South Main St. Galax VA 24343 Phone: 276-733-9704 Email: makingconnections@penelopesart.com Website: http://penelopesart.com My style goes from abstract expressionism, to impressionism, even surrealist. My work at this period in my life is all about that pent up artistic expression. In addition to painting, I create flame-worked glass beaded jewelry and pottery pieces, both slab-worked and wheel thrown. WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. . PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Arts Council of the Twin Counties

  

  Linda Russo
  

  Natural Elements
  

  Address: 157 Overlook Ridge Drive Copper Hill VA 24079 Phone: 540-929-4076 Email: lindarae329@msn.com Website: http://www.artbylindarae.com Art has always been a way for me to connect with nature, and this has never been more evident than in my nature collages. Bark from a fallen tree, twigs, grasses, and pressed leaves all serve to enhance my paintings of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers. I am grateful to find all of this right in my own backyard and in the woods I love to explore. Each piece is lovingly and meticulously crafted and made to endure for many years. MEDIA: Natural Material WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Twigs and Leaves, Waynesville NC. Clapboard House, Wise VA. Bell Gallery, Floyd VA.

  

  Morris Schlesinger
  

  Morris Schlesinger VA MEDIA: Wood WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA After reading about the craft of wood turning in a magazine in the early ‘80’s, Morris Schlesinger bought himself a lathe and tools and began “giving wood a second chance” as he says. Morris is one of a small group of wood turners in Virginia and of the less than 8,000 worldwide, from a craft that began in the Middle Ages. And while Morris considers himself a technician rather than an artist, he has studied with some of the premiere wood turners in the world at various symposiums as well as week long classes at John C. Campbell Folk School. As a full time U.S. Postal Service employee and Vietnam War veteran, Morris jumped at the chance to join the Freedom Pens Project, a nationwide effort to provide custom hand-crafted pens to American servicemen and women in Iraq. Morris’ contribution was 100 of the 20,000 pen goal. Schlesinger also plants thousands of trees each year. He says, “Wood is grown for a reason, whether it is for houses, heating or bowls. This is a way to keep the cycle going.”

  

  Karen Simpson
  

  K Style Studios
  

  Address: 1770 Little Fox Creek Rd Independence VA 24348 Phone: 276-579-9801 Email: karen@kstylestudios.com Website: http://www.kstylestudios.com I create unique felted products with alpaca, wool and other fibers such as unique hats, purses, vest, jackets, jewelry, scarves and art work. They are one of a kind creations. I have a BS degree in Fashion Design and worked as a costume designer in Atlanta, GA. I have been felting for over 25 years and love the medium. I teach at the Chestnut Creek of Arts in Galax, VA. and Peaceful Heart Alpaca Farm. MEDIA: Fiber WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. City Gallery, Galax, VA. Treasure Pots Gallery, Fancy Gap, VA. Peaceful Hearts Alpaca Farm. Chestnut Creek School of the Arts, Galax, VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: I have been featured in the wearable art magazine...Belle Armoire in the fall issue. I am a teacher at the Chestnut Creek School of Art and Peaceful Heart Alpaca Farm.

  

  Brad Smith
  

  Folk Artist

  10668 Danville Pike Laurel Fork VA 24352 Phone: 276-398-3433 Email: treasurepotts2@yahoo.com MEDIA: Wood WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Treasure Pots, Fancy Gap VA. Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA. Over the Moon Gallery, Floyd VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: The Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA. The Chestnut Creek School, Galax VA.

  

  Shirley Welch
  

  Welch Haven Fabrics
  

  Address: 622 Coleman Lane Galax VA 24333 Phone: 276-236-8277 Email: welchaven@yahoo.com Theorem painting - A specialized overlay stenciling. MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Welch Haven Fabrics, Mt. Airy NC. Shoney"s, Hillsville VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Chestnut Creek School of Art, Galax VA.
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  Sharon Albertson
  

  Designs by Sharon

  Address: 59 Shaners Way Hillsville VA 24343 Phone: 276-398-2514 Email: sgalbertson@yahoo.com Hand-designed jewelry utilizing bicycle parts as components in each piece. MEDIA: Glass WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: City Gallery, Galax VA. Tourism Center, Hillsville VA. Draper Mercantile, Draper VA.

  

  Emily Booth
  

  Glass Act Studios
  

  Address: 4853 Glendale Rd. Galax VA 24333 Phone: 276-601-1167 Email: info@glassactstudios.com Website: http://www.glassactstudios.com I create hand made stained glass arts and custom designs for any motif. As well as offering instructional classes and workshops in my studio in Galax, VA. I also travel where needed. In addition, I sell various party and crafting supplies that can be used in both children's and adult crafts. For any further information, please feel free to contact me by phone or e-mail. MEDIA: Glass WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Treasure Potts II PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Chestnut Creek School ot the Arts, Galax VA Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA

  

  George T Brooks
  

  Wood Art

  I started drawing in the 3rd grade. Now at 73, I have experimented with many Art forms. I specialize in shaping wood. While living on Emerald Isle, in NC, I sketched many shore birds,fish,dolphins,etc. I then shaped the wood for my patterns from those drawings. My art work is in several galleries in NC and VA. I make over 850 items from 5” to 5' tall. Prices range from $10 to $3,000. I also make one of a kind walking sticks and canes. New items are eagles, deer, horses, bear and buffalo. Shows at: Heartwood, Abingdon VA Visitors Center, I77, Hillsville VA VAArt and Things, Morehead City NC

  

  Justin & Kathy Garziano
  

  Mountain Meadow Soy Candles
  

  Welcome to Mountain Meadow Soy Candles, makers of natural soy candles and melters right here in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. A natural vegetable product, soy is environmentally friendly and grown by American Farmers. Find out for yourself what our customers say. Our hand poured natural soy candles are the best --- plain and simple. Step up to Mountain Meadow Soy Candles. You will be glad you did. Shop at: The Floyd Country Store, Floyd VA Blue Ridge Plateau Visitor Center

  

  Willard Gayheart
  

  Front Porch Gallery & Frame Shop
  

  58 Cherry Blossom Lane Galax VA 24333 Phone: 276-236-5890 Email: wgayheart@embarqmail.com Website: http://www.willardgayheart.com Detailed pencil drawings, mainly Appalachian life style, including music, work and other aspects of the culture. Theme - “Nostalgic Glimpses of the Appalachian.” MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Blue Ridge Music Center. Shoney's, Hillsville VA. Shoney's, Dublin VA. Shoney's, Wytheville VA. Shoney's Kingsport TN. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: McFarland Press Inc, Book: :Willard Gayheart, Appalachian Artist."

  

  David & Sherry Hoffman
  

  Hoffman Pottery
  

  100 Driftwood Lane Independence VA 24348 Phone: 276-773-3546 Email: davidandsherry@hoffmanpottery.com Website: http://www.hoffmanpottery.com We make an extensive selection of functional stoneware for the table and the kitchen, decorative vases, and one of a kind pieces. We use layered glazes to achieve depth and variety of appearance. We work with a commitment to quality that we hope will be sensed by those who use and enjoy our pottery for many years to come. MEDIA: Clay WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA Originals Only, West Jefferson NC Quilts Unlimited, Charlottesville VA Holston Mountain Artisans, Abingdon,VA

  

  Lance Hudnall
  

  Light Fantastic Stained Glass
  

  Lance Hudnall Light Fantastic Stained Glass Address: 2267 Pilgrims Trail Dugspur VA 24325 Phone: 276-728-4626 Email: jhudnall@tcia.net Website: http://www.fantasticstainedglass.com We have been “designing with light” since 1983. Our business plan is simple: we create beautiful glass art using quality materials, innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship. 100% customer satisfaction is our goal. We specialize in: Original installation, restoration, and repair for churches. Panels for new homes, restaurant decor (Shoney's, Macado's, BT's, beveled doors, autonomous panels, Tiffany replica lamps. Local references upon request. Small panels start at $50. MEDIA: Glass WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA Light Fantastic Stained Glass Shoneys of Hillsville, Dublin and Wytheville

  

  Ellie Kirby
  

  Fox Creek Press
  

  Address: 729 Hazelwood Road Troutdale VA 24378 Phone: 276 579-4011 Email: foxcreekpress@yahoo.com Website: http://www.elliekirby.com I like to design notecards, books and woodcuts that are inspired by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Folk Art Center Asheville NC. John Campbell Folk School, Brasstown NC. Arrowcraft, Gatlinburg TN. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Southern Highlands Craft Guild. Holston Mountain Artisans, Abingdon VA.

  

  William Langston
  

  William Langston Pewter
  

  Address: 347 Poor Farm RD SE Floyd VA 24091 Phone: 540-745-3169 Email: pewter@swva.net Website: http://langstonpewter.com Langston Pewter is located in scenic Floyd County, atop the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. William Langston lives and creates out of what was once the historical Floyd County Poor Farm. His high quality pewter works are painstakingly designed, molded, cast, finished and shipped directly from his country studio. Langston Pewter has been creating fine pewter products for over thirty-five years, working with some of the largest retailers on the East Coast. MEDIA: Metal WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Shoney's Gift Shops,Chateau Morrisett Winery,Va Beach Aquarium Gift Shop,Treasure Potts II,Main Oak Emporium

  

  Paula Melton
  

  Hillsville VA 24343 MEDIA: Mixed Media WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Paula Melton.

  

  Penelope Moseley
  

  Address: 151 South Main St. Galax VA 24343 Phone: 276-733-9704 Email: makingconnections@penelopesart.com Website: http://penelopesart.com My style goes from abstract expressionism, to impressionism, even surrealist. My work at this period in my life is all about that pent up artistic expression. In addition to painting, I create flame-worked glass beaded jewelry and pottery pieces, both slab-worked and wheel thrown. WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. . PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Arts Council of the Twin Counties

  

  Bridgette Payseur
  

  Payseur Designs
  

  Address: 1101 Woodlawn Road Woodlawn VA 24381 Phone: 276-238-8237 Email: payseurdesigns@yahoo.com Website: http://MySpace/Payseurdesigns David & Brigette Payseur teach in their studio in Woodlawn, Va. The classes are $25/2 1/2-hr. class or $15/1-hr class, incl. supplies. Mon.-Sat. Lessons are formed to the student and their needs. Age ranges from 5 to 100. Acrylics, ceramics, gourds, clay, glass, 3-D projects, fabric paints, Art-related field trips. The Gingerbread Art Show is created by the classes & displayed at the Galax Public Library. MEDIA: Mixed Media--MURALS WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Payseur Designs. Winterberry Gallery. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Twin

  

  Linda Russo
  

  Natural Elements
  

  Address: 157 Overlook Ridge Drive Copper Hill VA 24079 Phone: 540-929-4076 Email: lindarae329@msn.com Website: http://www.artbylindarae.com Art has always been a way for me to connect with nature, and this has never been more evident than in my nature collages. Bark from a fallen tree, twigs, grasses, and pressed leaves all serve to enhance my paintings of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers. I am grateful to find all of this right in my own backyard and in the woods I love to explore. Each piece is lovingly and meticulously crafted and made to endure for many years. MEDIA: Natural Material WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Twigs and Leaves, Waynesville NC. Clapboard House, Wise VA. Bell Gallery, Floyd VA.

  

  Morris Schlesinger
  

  Morris Schlesinger VA MEDIA: Wood WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA After reading about the craft of wood turning in a magazine in the early ‘80’s, Morris Schlesinger bought himself a lathe and tools and began “giving wood a second chance” as he says. Morris is one of a small group of wood turners in Virginia and of the less than 8,000 worldwide, from a craft that began in the Middle Ages. And while Morris considers himself a technician rather than an artist, he has studied with some of the premiere wood turners in the world at various symposiums as well as week long classes at John C. Campbell Folk School. As a full time U.S. Postal Service employee and Vietnam War veteran, Morris jumped at the chance to join the Freedom Pens Project, a nationwide effort to provide custom hand-crafted pens to American servicemen and women in Iraq. Morris’ contribution was 100 of the 20,000 pen goal. Schlesinger also plants thousands of trees each year. He says, “Wood is grown for a reason, whether it is for houses, heating or bowls. This is a way to keep the cycle going.”

  

  Karen Sewell
  

  Art's It
  

  Address: 2045 Duncans Chapel Road NW Willis VA 24380 Phone: 540-763-2862 Email: artsit@swva.net Website: http://www.ksewell.com All my life, I have had a need to create by sketching the small dramas being played out in nature. In painting the subjects that I am familiar with from growing up in the rural mountains of Southwest Virginia, I have diligently developed my own style which I feel is still evolving and growing. I feel that the past intermingles with the present and influences the future. The vignettes of everyday life are nostalgic reminders of where we came from and hints of where we are going. MEDIA: Mixed Media WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Woodberry Inn. Bogeys Restaurant. Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Arts Council of the Blue Ridge. Lynwood Artists. Floyd Artists Association LLC.

  

  Karen Simpson
  

  K Style Studios
  

  Address: 1770 Little Fox Creek Rd Independence VA 24348 Phone: 276-579-9801 Email: karen@kstylestudios.com Website: http://www.kstylestudios.com I create unique felted products with alpaca, wool and other fibers such as unique hats, purses, vest, jackets, jewelry, scarves and art work. They are one of a kind creations. I have a BS degree in Fashion Design and worked as a costume designer in Atlanta, GA. I have been felting for over 25 years and love the medium. I teach at the Chestnut Creek of Arts in Galax, VA. and Peaceful Heart Alpaca Farm. MEDIA: Fiber WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. City Gallery, Galax, VA. Treasure Pots Gallery, Fancy Gap, VA. Peaceful Hearts Alpaca Farm. Chestnut Creek School of the Arts, Galax, VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: I have been featured in the wearable art magazine...Belle Armoire in the fall issue. I am a teacher at the Chestnut Creek School of Art and Peaceful Heart Alpaca Farm.

  

  Brad Smith
  

  Folk Artist

  10668 Danville Pike Laurel Fork VA 24352 Phone: 276-398-3433 Email: treasurepotts2@yahoo.com MEDIA: Wood WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Treasure Pots, Fancy Gap VA. Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA. Over the Moon Gallery, Floyd VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: The Jacksonville Center for the Arts, Floyd VA. The Chestnut Creek School, Galax VA.

  

  Shirley Welch
  

  Welch Haven Fabrics
  

  Address: 622 Coleman Lane Galax VA 24333 Phone: 276-236-8277 Email: welchaven@yahoo.com Theorem painting - A specialized overlay stenciling. MEDIA: Two Dimensional WHERE TO SEE MY WORK: Heartwood: Southwest Virginia's Artisan Gateway, Abingdon VA. Welch Haven Fabrics, Mt. Airy NC. Shoney"s, Hillsville VA. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Chestnut Creek School of Art, Galax VA.

  

  Sharla Willis
  

  Address: 1563 Misty Trail Fancy Gap VA 24328 Phone: 276-728-4950 Email: info@peacefulheartalpacas.com Website: http://www.peacefulheartalpacas.com
• Carroll County on The Crooked Road The Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, winds through the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Here, the Bluegrass, Old Time, and Traditional Country music is as beautiful and rugged as the landscape itself. Our mission:  Supporting economic development by promoting Heritage Tourism and Blue Ridge and Appalachian culture. Visit www.thecrookedroad.org to explore the trail through an interactive map, purchase a unique selection of music, books, and apparel, and plan a trip to visit various venues. Discover authentic mountain music where it was born at eight major venues: Ralph Stanley Museum, Country Cabin II, Carter Family Fold, Birthplace of Country Music Alliance, Rex Theater & Old Fiddler’s Convention, Blue Ridge Music Center, Floyd Country Store & County Sales, ...