A Helping Hand for Artists of the Asheville Arts District
and Western North Carolina
Hurricane Helene left a mark, and Left of Center Art Space is stepping up to lend a hand. We're offering our gallery space to WNC artists who lost their art or studios in the storm, allowing them to display and sell their work without worrying about fees or commissions.
Christine Smith
Join Us for Opening Night
WHEN: Friday, November 8, 2024
TIME: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
WHERE: Left of Center Art Space, 24 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24011
Drop by for our opening night to see great art and meet some of the artists. Enjoy soothing harp music by Ashlyn Wrobleski and support these creators by taking home a piece of their work. It's all about community and getting back on our feet.
About the Project
Support Through Space
From November 8 through December 2024, we’re opening our doors to give artists a spot to shine and sell. 100% of every sale goes directly to the artists, helping them rebuild after the hurricane’s impact.
Why It Matters
The loss of physical spaces due to Hurricane Helene severely impacted Asheville artists, cutting off vital sources of income and exposure. Galleries not only facilitate sales but also nurture artists’ careers and well-being. Providing a space to show and sell while these artists wait for their local outlets to bounce back is crucial for economic recovery and maintaining the cultural vitality of the greater community. Buying art during this time gives you a beautiful piece for your home and gives back to the artists who need it most. It’s a simple and effective way to help out our neighbors to the south.
Some of the participating artists
Fine arts graduate of The Cleveland Institute of Arts (BFA Painting/Printmaking) and Haywood Community College's Professional Crafts Program in Wood. Member of the Southern Highlands Craft Guild and The Piedmont Craftsmen, Inc.
Starting on the potter's wheel at age 14, Camille earned a BFA in Ceramics in 1998 from the University of Tennessee. She is also a member of the Southern Highlands Craft Guild.
Jewelry handcrafted in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The beauty of the mountains and this region where she lives inspire her designs and each piece has a unique story to tell.
Jane Voorhees has made Asheville, NC her home since the 1980's. Drawn to the extraordinary beauty of the western North Carolina mountains, she is inspired by the ever changing colors and moods of this landscape.
A kilnformed glass designer, maker and instructor. She creates her work & teaches workshops in her glass studio south of Burnsville, NC.
Chad Alice Hagen
Additional Ways to Help
Want to extend your support further? Below are links to organizations where you can make a direct donation to aid in broader relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene. Every bit of support helps rebuild lives and communities.