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The Fall Into Winter 2026 Exhibition opened Thursday evening, September 24th, and despite the rainy day and blustery winds we had a great time with friends coming by to see the entries and celebrate the winners. Champ Saint-Amand and Willie Lockett kept the music flowing all evening - always a special treat - and the potluck dinner was wonderful! Perhaps the best part of the evening, though, was talking to people and hearing their stories of home and their own family memories, especially as we looked at Lu Lewis' oil painting Love and Peas Grow Here, the winner of the Community Scenes Award this year.
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As you can see from the headline image, we had quite a range of entries this time! There were 21 overall, ranging from painting in a range of media to several living photographs and a lovely sculptural piece composed of a gourd (approx. 5 inches) and long leaf pine needles. The range of materials poses quite a challenge for the judge!
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Judge Paul Baker came down from Raleigh the week before to study all the entries and make his selections. In addition to the first, second, and third place cash awards, Paul selected the Community Scenes award winner and 4 pieces for honorable mention. He also left brief critiques to share with the artists. It's always a special treat to be able to pass on some insights about the artwork and helps make the evening all that more interesting. If you weren't able to attend the opening, please ask when you stop by and we will be happy to share his thoughts on some of the pieces with you.
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Thw awards presentation wrapped up with the Summer Living People's Choice Award for Sea Gulls of Cape Hatteras, a watercolor by Ava Johnson. Visitors cast their votes for their favorites throughout the run of Summer Living 2026. Congratulate Ava when you see her - and don't forget to cast your votes for for your personal favorites in Fall Into Winter 2026 when you visit!
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And the Winners Are....
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Community Scenes Award: Lu Lewis
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Love and Peas Grow Here, Oil
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First Prize: Lu Lewis
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Warmth of Dawn's Promise, Oil
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Second Prize: Pamela Britt
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Baby Squirrels, Watercolor
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Third Prize: Kay Bradsher
Honorable Mention
- Bobbie Britt, Harvest Prayer, Acrylic
- Elaine Milosz, In Our Hands, Acrylic
- Irina Shin-Geller, Ember Fold, Mixed Media
- Nancy Johnson, Saddletree Pow Wow, Series-3, Photography
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Categories: Awards, Blog, News
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Special Announcement!
Jill Vickers has several new, seasonal classes coming up in October and November and Nanette Zeller's workshop has a few places open - they won't last! We are launching some new kits for classes - stay tuned.
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- October 10th is a new Halloween-themed ATC (Artist Trading Cards,) just the thing for teens as well as adults!
- October 17th is the first of several Drawing Classes on different topics.
- October 24th is Nanette Zellers new workshop- check the article below and sign up, places are filling up! All materials are provided.
- In November there are watercolor and other classes planned - keep your eye open and make your reservations.
And don't forget the Monday Painting Group - bring your own project, anything you want to work on, and join us from 12:30 to 2:30pm.
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Nanette Zeller is coming back to Lumberton on Saturday, October 24th! We are so excited to have her lead another class - and she has some exciting news! Since she was last here Nanette was at a Quilting Arts TV filming to share some of the techniques she uses in her beautiful textile art. Quilting Daily has a great video of her filming in their July 26th edition online. Here is the link if you want would like a sneak peek on Facebook: Nanette Zeller on Quilting Daily | Facebook
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Nanette's segment is in Quilting Arts TV Series 3300, scheduled to broadcast this November on PBS, PBS+, and YouTube.
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Ok, now back to the class for the new felted cases. In addition to the lovely audio wallets covered in the last class, Nanette has designed a new, larger case perfect for glasses or sunglasses. She will guide participants through the felting process to create a colorful, one-of-a-kind, wallet to keep spare change, earbuds (in-ear headphones), keys or other small treasures - perfect for gift giving. Once comfortable with the process participants will then create a second item, either another wallet or the slightly larger eyeglass case.
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Categories: Blog, Classes, Fiber Arts
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Upcoming Quarterly Meetings!
OK, here is the 2026 Quarterly Members Meetings schedule! These regular meetings are scheduled for the 4th Thursday of the ending month each quarter.
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It has been a busy, fun Year so far, our Fifth Anniversary year! We have started planning for next year, the board is changing, new classes - don't miss your opportunity to get in your two cents! We really do need to hear from you.
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Hours
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Tuesday and Thursday 11 AM-4 PM
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Art Group on
Monday 12:30-4 PM
Special Events
And By Appointment
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Exhibitions
Now Open:
Fall Into Winter
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Painting Group
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Partially supported by a grant from
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