Smoky Mountain Made

Through a JCAC funded Grassroots sub-grant, Smoky Mountain News has been releasing weekly articles highlighting talented visual artists in Jackson County.

Below are the articles and artist information in order of publication:

Gabriel Crowe: Traditional Cherokee Basket Maker
Contact via e-mail: gabecrowe.89@gmail.com

Woodland Muse: Reclaiming Nature’s Bounty
Contact via facebook: www.facebook.com/WoodlandMuseCrafts

All in the family: Riverwood Pottery
Contact via website: www.riverwoodpottery.com


Peeling back the layers: Couple shares Cherokee history, culture – Butch and Louise Goings


In search of the muse: Cashiers artisan finds purpose in painting – David Berger
Contact via Mountain Mist Gallery: www.mountainmistgallery.com – 828.743.1801


Bill Douglas: Passing Down a Bit of History
Contact via e:mail: williamtdouglas2@gmail.com


Finding your passion: WNC bead artist aims to share intricate art form
Contact via phone: 828.293.1492 or text 828.508.5061


The primitive naturalist: Jackson County artisan bridges nature, history
Contact via website: theprimitivenaturalist.com

Barn Quilts: Deborah Freedman mixes traditional with contemporary
Contact via email: dfreedmandesign@gmail.com or phone: 561.308.6620

In search of natural beauty: Beloved Designs Woodworking
Contact via website: www.beloveddesignswoodworking.com, social media @beloveddesignswoodworking