Call For Entries: Artist’s Choice 2025 Prospectus
May 22 – July 10, 2025 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Artist’s Choice 2025 Exhibition on Tuesday May 13 and May 15 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Click here to enter online. The theme for Artist’s Choice 2025…
Opportunities (or Appeals, take your pick!)
It’s been a busy year so far and with exhibitions, classes, art groups, and future planning. . . Well, we need some help. Not only “doing things” kinds of help, but we also need to make sure that the direction and plans we have and are developing are on course, what our community wants. We’re…
Spring Festival 2025 Awards
The Spring Festival 2025 Opening Reception Thursday last was great! A steady stream of people over the evening, as the art aficionados of Lumberton and surrounds moved from one to the other of 2 – count ’em TWO- openings on the same night! I’m looking forward to seeing The Feast sometime soon myself. It sounds…
Upcoming Classes – March thru May!
The new series of classes at the Guild House cover a variety of subjects – and offer a great opportunity to have a first-hand look at the new exhibit Spring Festival 2025! There are a few openings for the Art of Collage for Journaling and Scrapbooking that meets this at 10 am this Thursday, March…
Call For Entries: Spring Festival 2025 Prospectus
March 20 – May 8, 2025 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Spring Festival Exhibition on Tuesday March 11 and March 13 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Click here to enter online. The theme for Spring Festival is Spring,…
Artists and Buyers, It’s Time to Take Home Your New Year Celebration Artwork!
Yes, it has been hard to wait, but the time is finally here to pick up the beautiful new art you found in the New Year Celebration Exhibition. Come by and pick it up at the Robeson Guild House, 109 W9th Street, Lumberton, NC 28358! We are open Tuesdays and Thursday between 11:00 am and…
Another New Class – Memory-Making with Art: Creating Family Heirlooms
Join Jill Vickers and explore new (and old!) ways to turn your cherished memories into art pieces that can be passed down through generations! This is a 2-session class, with 4-hours of instruction over the 2 2-hour classes. You will work with hand-drawn illustrations, watercolor, and collage, completing a family-themed art piece to take home,…
New Classes Available, Starting with Botanical Illustrations in Watercolor and Ink
We are thrilled to announce the first in a new series of classes available to our Robeson County Community! Botanical Illustrations in Watercolor and Ink are the subject of 2 separate classes, the first on Tuesday, February 25th and the second on Tuesday, April 22nd. Each class can be taken separately, but if you have…
Awards for New Year Celebration Exhibition!
The year got off to a rather slow, cold start, but the artists have responded to the theme for the New Year Celebration Exhibition by sharing their inspirations for the New Year. They celebrated the promise of a New Year, being good to ourselves and those we love, and help each other raise our spirits after the…
New Pottery Class with Jim Tripp – To Be Rescheduled
How about a couple of hours of Creativity with Clay??!! We all are kids at heart and still love to play and make a mess with dirt, so let’s make it legal. This is a 2-day class. On Day 1 you will plan and create your art piece, then Jim will fire the pieces and…
Join Us for the New Year Celebration 2025 Opening Reception!
Opening Reception is Thursday, February 6th at 6:30 pm Exhibition runs February 6 – March 6, 2025 The year got off to a rather slow, cold start, but there is a distinct warmth in the air again now, and the artists have not disappointed us! The theme for the New Year Celebration Exhibition is the opportunity for…
Judge for New Year Celebration 2025: Nanette S. Zeller
We are pleased to announce that Nanette S. Zeller has agreed to judge the New Year Celebration Exhibit entries. Nanette is an author, instructor and award-winning artist whose artwork and writings have been published internationally and featured on Quilting Arts TV and in Quilting Arts Magazine. Nanette S. Zeller has been sewing since she was 10 and quilting since…
New Opportunities!
In addition to the upcoming First Exhibition of 2025 (Click Here to Register), there are some opportunities at the Guild you may not be aware of… Yet! A Painting Group, Art Supplies Swap and Share, and the Monthly Volunteer Lunch & Share, to mention just a few. Informal Painting Group Meets Wednesdays, 2:00 pm to…
New Year Celebration Prospectus
Open February 6 – March 6, 2025 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the New Year Celebration Exhibition on Tuesday January 28 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The theme for the New Year Celebration Exhibition is the New Year and what…
Yes, you’re right! The Art Guild is NOT open January 22-24, 2025!
It’s cold here in Lumberton, North Carolina, and we have over 3 inches of snow. No way should we be driving, any of us! Stay home and be safe. (And to all my Wisconsin and Alaska friends: Yes, I am now officially a wimp.) I am very sorry, though, about the painting group this week. Let’s…
4th Quarter Members Meeting and Awards!
Join us at the Guild House, Thursday, December 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm! Here we are, at the end of our Third Year in operation, and time for the 4th Quarter Members Meeting. We’ll recognize the winners of the Holiday Choice Exhibition, and the Members Marketplace – and talk a little about plans for…
Santa’s Workshop! Join us for a Wonderful Evening at the Guild!
Celebrate the season with Santa’s Elves hard at work in Santa’s Workshop, and you don’t even need a plane ticket! Join us at the Guild House for a lovely evening. Chef James Ingram and the instructors and students of the Robeson Community College Culinary and Baking Department will be presenting hearty hors d’oeuvres and there…
Join Us for the Members Holiday Marketplace!
December 3, 2024 – December 19, 2024 We are trying something new this year: The Members Holiday Marketplace. As a Robeson Art Guild member, you can have a table with holiday gifts you think our visitors and other members may enjoy giving – or getting, for that matter! Tables will be placed around the Guild…
Answer to Today’s Burning Question!
When can buyers pick up their artwork from the Members Holiday Choice Exhibition? Yes, you’re right, normally a piece entered into an exhibition has to stay on display for the full run. And you are all also right that this show is different! So, bowing to wiser heads, we have changed the prospectus so that…
Quick Update: Members Holiday Choice Reception Moved to December 5th
Not exactly an OOPS! but with Thanksgiving coming up next week we’ve decided to delay the reception for the Members Holiday Choice to Thursday, December 5. Too many people scattering to far places or gathering family in from afar, another event just doesn’t make sense! Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! Have a wonderful Holiday and we will…
Members Holiday Choice Prospectus
December 3, 2024 – December 19, 2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Members Holiday Choice Exhibition, (choice in several different ways!) on Tuesday November 19 through December 3 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The final exhibition of the year…
OOPS!!! Date Correction!
Things get hectic sometimes, and accidents happen! in one of the emails and in the post about upcoming events the date for the 4th Quarter Members meeting was listed incorrectly. Please note that the meeting will be on December 19th, not in November. Sorry about the confusion. Here is corrected information on the events
Special Invitation for Saturday, November 16!
We have received an invitation to join members of the Clayton Visual Arts group on their private visit to Gillis Hill Farm in Fayetteville and enjoy a peaceful day of Plein Air Painting! The visit is this Saturday, November 16. Robeson Art Guild member Dave Lennon is the very active President of the Clayton group…
Artists, A Quick Reminder!
The Fall Into Winter Exhibition closes Thursday, November 14th! Lots of things are happening in December, so don’t forget to stop by and pick up your artwork this Thursday, any time between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm. If you want to leave a piece for the upcoming Members Only Artist’s Choice Exhibition, that works, too,…
Christmas with Chef Ingram and the Robeson Community College Baking and Pastry Students!
Mark your Calendars to join us at the Guild House on Thursday, December 12th, for a wonderful Christmas event with Chef James Ingram and the students of the Baking and Pastry Arts Program of Robeson Community College! You won’t want to miss it! The last Holiday with Chef Ingram we learned how to make lovely,…
In Honor of the Members Appreciation Celebration Thursday, Special Price for Next Rock Painting Class with Joan Blackwell!
In honor of the Members Appreciation Celebration on Thursday, October 24th, we have a one-time special price for classes this week! Joan Blackwell is having another Fun Morning painting River Rocks at the Guild House! Such great timing to get started on gifts for friends and family or create unique decorations for your own garden – whatever the reason, spend some quality time with yourself and others creating keepsakes for those you love… or leave them anonymously as random acts of kindness for your neighbors!
Join Us at the Osterneck for the Annual Members Appreciation Dinner 2024!
Join us for the Member Appreciation Dinner at the Osterneck Auditorium on Thursday, October 24th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm! Don’t Forget to make your reservations! There is no charge, this is for the Art Guild Family and Friends! We will share plans for upcoming classes, events, and the exhibition schedule for 2025. Meet…
Register Today for Copper Foil Stained-Glass with Donna Freeman, Set for Monday, Nov 18
The class is set for Monday, November 18th, from 1 pm to 5 pm! Join Donna Freeman on November 18 for a very hands-on Copper Foil Stained-Glass workshop. Donna will work with you to create your own stained-glass sun-catcher, selecting one of four lovely designs and adding your own touches thru your choice of colors…
2025 Exhibition Planning Schedule
Robeson Art Guild Artists are a busy, talented group – that we all know! Some are already planning their creative projects for the upcoming seasons, though, which caught us a little by surprise. Thankfully, we have been planning, too, so not a totally unexpected request from the artists. By the way, the current exhibition, Fall…
We’re Having a Bar-B-Que!
We’ve teamed up with Kemp Harris’ Lil Willie’s Smokehouse again for Bar-B-Que, this time on Thursday, October 10th between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm at the Guild House, at 109 W. 9th Street, Lumberton 28358. Ticket Sales are OPEN, and they are going fast! Each plate includes Lil Willie’s Signature Bar-b-Que, Baked Beans, Slaw, Hush…
It’s Rescheduled! Join Us for the Fall Into Winter Opening Reception on October 10th!
Fall Into Winter Exhibition Opening Reception 6:30 pm-8 pm! Hurrican Helene stopped by briefly, but her timing was impeccable! In the interest of not making things worse, we delayed the opening reception. Well, she has been and gone now, and the Opening Reception is reset for Thursday, October 10th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm!…
Awards for Fall Into Winter Exhibition!
Even with Hurrican Helene coming our way, the artists got their entries in to the Art Guild and Paul Van Zandt had an excellent array of artwork to consider as he judged the Fall Into Winter Exhibition on Friday, September 20! Unfortunately, we had to cancel the September 26th Opening Reception due to Hurricane Helene…
Hurricane Helene Delays Opening
I’m sorry to say, but although it doesn’t look too bad right now, the weather this evening may be quite bad, with heavy rain and possibly dangerous winds. Therefore, we have decided to cancel tonight’s opening reception for the Fall Into Winter Exhibition and have it in October instead. We are really disappointed! There are…
Volunteer Opportunities … OK, we need some Help!
Tomorrow, Thursday, September 25th, is the second monthly Volunteer Lunch & Share, where volunteers, active or interested in helping out, get together to talk over opportunities to help. Some bring their lunch, some just chat over topics of interest. Join us if you can, you are always welcome! There are several upcoming events where your…
3rd Quarter Members Meeting, Thursday, September 19, 2024
Join us at the Osterneck Auditorium, 102 North Chestnut Street, 6:00 to 7:00 pm! Another 3 months have passed, and it is time for the 3rd Quarter Members Meeting. This time we are meeting downtown at the Osterneck, across from the Lumberton Library. We had a more members attend the June meeting and took note…
Judge Announced for Fall Into Winter Exhibition: Paul Van Zandt, Sculptor
Paul Van Zandt, UNCP Professor Emeritus, served as a faculty member of the University of North Carolina Pembroke from 1969 to 2007, teaching Ceramics, Sculpture, and 3-Dimensional Design. Upon retirement he was awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine for his service to the State of North Carolina. As a producing artist he has…
Artist Support Grants Deadline: October 1, 2024
Every Fall the Arts Council Fayetteville-Cumberland County awards Artist Support Grants for projects planned for the upcoming year. Artists operating or residing in Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, Sampson, and Scotland Counties are eligible and may be awarded grants ranging from $500 to $2,000 each. Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for the 2025 program grants!
Now is The Time! The deadline to apply is October 1, 2024
Special Announcement: Some Good News, Some… Not as Good, but Not Bad Either!
First, the Good News! Work has started on the new bathroom! As you know, we received a grant recently that included funds to remodel the main bathroom off the hallway. The plan is to combine it with the unused bathroom behind it and create a single, handicapped-accessible restroom for our visitors and members. Well, we…
Register Today for the Color Theory Class with Kay Bradsher
Join Kay Bradsher for a fun afternoon class! Learn to paint more vibrantly, construct more harmonious compositions, use color theory to design and decorate your home! You will experiment with what you learn and create your own one-of-a-kind artwork to take home! Instructor: Kay BradsherWhen: Thursday, October 17, 2:00pm-4:00pmWhere: Robeson Art Guild House, 109 W…
Fall Into Winter Prospectus
September 26 – November 14, 2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Fall Into Winter Exhibition on Tuesday September 17 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The theme for Fall Into Winter is the change of seasons, as summer gives way…
Pre-Register for Rock Painting with Joan Blackwell!
Join Joan Blackwell for a Fun Morning painting River Rocks! Create unique decorations for your garden, share them with those you love… or leave them anonymously as random acts of kindness for your neighbors! Instructor: Joan C. Blackwell, Master’s in Art EducationWhen: Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 10 am to 12 pmWhere: Robeson Art Guild,…
Pre-Register for Copper Foil Stained-Glass with Donna Freeman
Join Donna Freeman on September 17th for a very hands-on Copper Foil Stained-Glass workshop. Donna will work with you to create your own stained-glass sun-catcher, selecting one of four lovely designs and adding your own touches thru your choice of colors and detail. All materials and required tools are included. If you already have gloves…
Register Today for the Rock Painting Class with Joan Blackwell!
Join Joan Blackwell for a Fun Morning painting River Rocks! Create unique decorations for your garden, share them with those you love… or leave them anonymously as random acts of kindness for your neighbors! Instructor: Joan C. Blackwell, Master’s in Art EducationWhen: Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 am to 12 pmWhere: Robeson Art Guild,…
Announcement: The Guild House is closed for a few days.
Don’t worry, everything is fine. But some of our docents are being impacted by the weather. Stay home and take care of you and yours! We’ll see you all again soon. We plan to be open as usual next Tuesday, August 13, God willing, and the creeks don’t rise… at least not too much more!…
Irina Shin-Geller Red Spring Artspace Reception
Sunday, August 11, from 2:00pm to 5:00pmRed Springs Artspace, 200 South Main Street, Red Springs, NC 28377 Irina’s second solo exhibition, Continuing Dialogues with Hanji, and first at Red Springs Artspace, is dedicated exclusively to her work with hanji, Korean handmade mulberry paper. The show was made possible by her Artist Support Grant from the…
Awards for Summer Living Exhibition!
We were so pleased to have Ellen Burke back to judge the Summer Living Exhibition on Wednesday, July 24th! Many of you will remember Ellen from the En Plain Air workshop held in 2023, where she led us so well. Ellen’s career spans 38 years as an art educator, Fine and Performing Arts chair in…
Summer Living Exhibition: Join Us Thursday, July 25th!!
Summer Living Exhibition Opening Reception 6:30 pm-8 pm! Come to see the artwork, stay for the Ice Cream Social and meet some of the artists! The theme for Summer Living is to embrace the playful energy of summer, explore and enjoy life’s artistic discoveries. As Henri Matisse noted, “There are always flowers for those who want to…
Happy Fourth of July!
We are closed Thursday, July 4th, open again Tuesday, July 9th! Independence Day has been a federal holiday since 1941, but the tradition of Fourth of July celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and on July 4th the 13…
Summer Living Prospectus
July 25 – September 12, 2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Summer Living Exhibition on Tuesday July 16 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The theme for Summer Living is to embrace the playful energy of summer, explore and enjoy…
Quarterly Members Meeting Thursday, June 20, 2024!
Join us at the Guild House, 109 W. 9th Street, 6:00 to 8:00 pm!
Hardly seems possible that 3 months have passed already since our first quarterly members meeting, does it?! We had a small but engaged group in March at the Guild House and now its time to share what progress has been made and get your feedback on where we are and where we are going.
Awards for Artist’s Choice Exhibition
Juror James Bass, Ed.D, visited the Robeson Guild House and reviewed the entries for the Artist’s Choice Exhibition on Wednesday, May 22. The theme for Artist’s Choice is creativity, and how each individual artist chooses to express and share their work with us. Several artists mentioned that they were working on something special – we…
Message from Paul Baker, Executive Director of CAM RAleigh
Dear Members of the Robeson Art Guild, As you know Robeson County artists have been selected to a partnership with the state’s Contemporary Museum of Art in Raleigh. We thought you might like to know what this partnership means. We have had 18 artists from across our county juried into the exhibition; and those artists…
The Survey Ends June 7th – Don’t Miss Out!
It has been a very busy couple of weeks, but please take a few minutes to answer the survey if you haven’t already. And if you did… Thank you so much! The next Quarterly Members Meeting is set for Thursday, June 20th, at the Guild House. We will be going over the survey results, the…
Busy Times Ahead for RAG in 2024!
We’ve had a very busy year already, and there’s more to come! The 2024 exhibition schedule is already posted online, but I want to give you the quick version here. We are working on the adult class schedule, too, so expect to see more on that soon, and the “Kids Exploring Art with CAM” program…
NC State Directed Grant Funding Received
We are thrilled to announce that we have received the funding for the $25,000 Directed Grant from the state of North Carolina. This grant presents us with an incredible opportunity to achieve several important objectives, significantly enhancing our offerings and facilities. The grant was championed by Senator Danny Britt, Jr. Thank you for your efforts and help, Senator Britt!
North Carolina Artists Exhibition to be held at CAM Fall 2024
Dr. Paul Baker, Executive Director of CAM Raleigh, provided this link to the prestigious North Carolina Artists Exhibition scheduled to be held at CAM this fall. The exhibition runs from September 29 to November 17, 2024. The Call for Entries via CaFÉ opened May 1 and closes June 15. Hosted by the Raleigh Fine Arts Society,…
Artist’s Choice Prospectus
May 23 – July 11, 2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Artist’s Choice Exhibition on Tuesday May 14 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The theme for Artist’s Choice is creativity, and how each individual artist chooses to express and…
Awards and Juror Comments for Spring Festival Exhibition
Juror Babette Augustin visited the Robeson Guild House and reviewed the entries for the Spring Festival Exhibition on Friday, April 19th. The theme was simply – Spring! The beautiful time of year here in North Carolina, that is full of sunshine, flowers – and pollen, although not one artist took any notice of that reality,…
Spring Festival Prospectus
April 25 – May 9, 2024 CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for the Spring Festival Exhibition on Tuesday April 16 and Thursday April 18 at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. The theme for Spring Festival is simply Spring, that beautiful…
Quick Reminder!! Quarterly Members Meeting This Thursday, March 21 at 6:00 pm
Join us for the Quarterly Members Meeting of 2024 at the Guild House at 6:00 pm! We will be sharing some updates and seeking your ideas and advice for the Guild for the future. Let’s have a lively discussion on classes, schedules, and anything else you want to share. See you Thursday!! Almost forgot! There…
Selected Artists’ Meeting with CAM: Monday, February 26, 6pm-8pm
Artists!! If your work was selected for the upcoming Robeson County Artist Exhibition at CAM, don’t miss the meeting Monday, February 26, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Guild House, 109 W. 9th Street, in Lumberton. Dr. Paul Baker, Executive Director, and Raj Bunnag, Curator of Exhibitions, will be available to discuss…
Reminder, Artists! Pick Up Your Artwork from the Osterneck!
When: Tuesday, January 30 between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Special Offer! We would love to continue the opportunity for the public to see at least some of the beautiful pieces you have had on display at the Osterneck this month. We understand that the thirty-one pieces selected for the upcoming Robeson County Artists Exhibition…
Off To a Good Start! Any Questions About Online Registration for Lumberton Juried RAG/CAM Show?
Entries are coming in online for the Lumberton Juried RAG/CAM Show set to open Saturday, January 20th at the Osterneck Auditorium! There have been some questions and concerns received about the process, We hope these comments help! If you have any more, feel free to leave a comment and we willget back to you. Artists…
Update: Artist Business Workshop 1/8/24
The Artist Business Workshop with Dr, Paul Baker, Executive Director of CAM, and Raj Bunnag, Curator of Exhibitions for CAM, was well attended and very interesting. The workshop began with a brief PowerPoint presentation about the Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) in Raleigh and Baker and Bunnag then led a pretty wide-ranging discussion. We expect to…
Happy New Year! People’s Choice Award
What better way to close out the old year and welcome the new than with the People’s Cloice Award! As part of the Hang the Halls Exhibition in December, we invited visitors to put in their votes for their favorite pieces. And vote they did! The Winner is: Lu Lewis For her stunning oil Winter’s…
Artist Business Workshop: Monday January 8, 2024 – Free of Charge
As part of the Contemporary Art Museum (CAM) and Robeson Art Guild Partnership, we will host a special class for interested artists and supporters of the arts on Monday, January 8, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Guild House, 109 W. 9th Street, in Lumberton. We are excited to give our local…
Call For Entries: Selection for CAM Raleigh Robeson County Artist Exhibition
Call For Entries: We are excited to announce that the entry form for the Lumberton Juried Show is live online at the Robeson Art Guild website. Artists may register up to 4 original pieces of their work. The Lumberton Show is the prerequisite for inclusion in the major Robeson County Artist Exhibition opening March 24,…
Reminder! Don’t Forget to Pick Up Your “Hang the Halls” Artwork!
Yikes! Christmas is nearly here! OK, the good news is that those Hang the Halls Exhibition pieces or Featured Artist Kay Bradsher’s lovely one-of-a-kind original works you bought as presents for your loved ones (or for yourself, no judgement here!) can be picked up this Thursday, December 21st, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. And…
Exciting News! Robeson County Artists Slated for Major Show in Raleigh
January 2024 Juried Exhibition for CAM In mid-June 2023, the Robeson Art Guild and CAM, The Contemporary Art Museum of Raleigh, formed a partnership to support visual artists from Robeson County through development, exhibition, and promotion for successful careers. Our local artists will gain invaluable exposure through the major Robeson County Artist Exhibition in Raleigh…
Awards and Judge’s Comments for the Hang the Halls Exhibition
Juror Sandy Stratil visited the Robeson Guild House and reviewed the entries for Hang the Halls Exhibition on Wednesday, November 15. The artwork was judged blind, with each piece identified only by number. Stratil awarded First, Second, and Third placements and two Honorable Mentions. She has also provided a brief critique for each piece in…
Sandy Stratil, Multimedia Artist, Judge for the Hang The Halls Exhibition
Sandy, a former Lumbertonian, is a multimedia artist who is retired from her “day Job” at UNCP, but still producing art and staying in touch with the art scene in as many ways as possible. Sandy attended Morehead State University in Kentucky where she received BA and MA degrees in Art and English. She taught…
Volunteers Needed for October 12th!!
October 12th will be a very busy day for the Guild and its members as we help celebrate Lumberton’s 3rd Annual Art Stroll. Not only is the Guild open from 11-4 and 5-8, but we are also offering a BBQ plate sale, cooked by Lil Willies Smokehouse, to the public for lunch, 11-1 and repeating…
BILL NORMENT EXHIBITION AT HISTORY MUSEUM
Bill Norment: A legacy in black and white ‘This isn’t routine newspaper work, it’s art.’ William Douglas Norment was one of North Carolina’s great photographers, and The Robeson County History Museum will salute his legacy with a special exhibit on Sunday, September 24 from 2 to 5 p.m. Norment, who was known as “Billy Doug”…
Hang the Halls Prospectus
November 16 – December 21, 2023
CALL FOR ENTRIES: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for Hang the Halls, our Sixth and Final Exhibition of 2023, on November 14th at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Holiday Season! That’s the theme for Hang the Halls, the season as lived and loved by each of our unique and gifted artists!
Featured Artists Denise & Mike Siracusa
With the Opening Reception for the Autumn Color Play Exhibition, we also welcome the talented pair of artists, Denise Siracusa and Mike Siracusa. Denise and Mike have very varied talents and concentrations. Denise works in oil, mixed media, and as her interests lead her, from formal to whimsical expressions. Mike is a highly talented carver,…
Carol Gradwohl, Mixed Media Artist, Judge for the Autumn Color Play Exhibition
September 14 – November 9, 2023 Carol Gradwohl moved to Pinehurst in 2011. She has a degree in Medical Clinical Laboratory Technology. After a 35-year career working in the medical clinical laboratory industry she renewed her interest in painting. Carol has tried it all. Currently her mediums of choice are acrylics, mixed media and alcohol ink,…
Artist Support Grants
Annually in the fall the Arts Council Fayetteville-Cumberland Co. awards Artist Support Grants for projects planned for the coming year. Artists operating or residing in Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, Sampson, and Scotland Counties are eligible and may be awarded grants ranging from $500 to $2,000. Detailed information is available online and an in-person workshop is scheduled…
Reminder! Don’t Forget to Pick Up Your En Plein Air Artwork!
Hard to believe, but this Thursday, September 7th, is the final day of En Plein Air, the fourth exhibition of 2023. Don’t forget to stop by the Guild House, 109 W 9th St., Lumberton, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM, browse these art pieces for the last time, and pick up your new artwork purchases….
Calling Artists! Bring In Your Artwork for the Autumn Color Play Exhibition!
The Autumn Color Play Exhibition opens soon! Bring in your artwork on Tuesday, September 12th, so we can get it entered and hung in time for judging. Share your creations celebrating the wonderful colors of nature. We are looking forward to seeing a beautiful, vibrant expression of life here in the Carolinas and beyond, any…
Awards and Judge’s Comments on En Plein Air Exhibition
Judge Linda Bruening reviewed the entries for the En Plein Air Exhibition on Wednesday, July 12. The artwork was judged blind, each piece identified only by number. Bruening was kind enough to provide comments on each piece she reviewed. She awarded First, Second and Third placements and three Honorable Mentions. The artist and title of…
Linda Bruening, Oil Painter, Judge for the En Plein Air Exhibition
July 13-September 7, 2023 Linda’s love of art and nature began as a young girl in Iowa and has continued ever since. She earned a BAE degree from Wichita State University and spent the next several years in Virginia teaching high school art students. She has lived in Europe and Panama and moved to North…
Visit the En Plein Air Exhibition Soon! Until you can, take a look at the slideshow below and see some of the artists at work on their pieces.
Stop in and see the beauty of Nature, as interpreted by our local artists You may have missed the Opening Reception of the En Plein Air Exhibition on July 13th, Summer is a busy time for most of us! Do come by and visit the exhibition before it closes, though, it is special. See how…
Autumn Color Play Prospectus
September 14 – November 9, 2023 Call for Entries: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for Autumn Color Play, our fifth exhibition of 2023, on September 12th at RAG (109 W 9th St., Lumberton), from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Color, specifically the gorgeous colors of Fall, is the theme of the Autumn…
Artists!! Drop off your work for the En Plein Air Exhibition on Tuesday, July 11th!
Artists, it is time to finalize your choices and drop your artwork off for the En Plein Air Exhibition. Stop by and drop off your artwork at the Robeson Art Guild Tuesday, July 11, between 11 am to 4 pm. The address is 109 West 9th Street, Lumberton, NC 28358. Take a few minutes to…
Reminder! Thursday July 6th is the last day of the “Anything Goes” Exhibition!
Hard to believe, but this Thursday, July 6th, is the final day of Anything goes, the third exhibition of 2023. Don’t forget to stop by the Guild House, 109 W 9th St., Lumberton, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM, browse these art pieces for the last time, and pick up your new artwork purchases. And,…
Kids Arts Demo Day!
Join the fun this Saturday, June 17th, from 10 am to 4 pm! Bring the kids for Arts Demo Day and help them explore how the arts, crafts, poetry, music, and so much more can fill their lives with joy!
Last Chance to see the Healing Arts Exhibition! And, Artists, it’s time to take home your remaining Healing Art pieces.
Yes, it’s that time already! This Thursday, May 4th, is the final day of Healing Arts, the Second exhibition of 2023. Don’t forget to stop by the Guild House, 109 W 9th St., Lumberton, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM to browse these art pieces for the last time and pick up your new artwork. And, Artists,…
Anything Goes Prospectus
May 11 – July 6, 2023 Call For Entries: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for Anything Goes, our Third exhibition of 2023, featuring work created by our artists that express their own artistic vison and chosen media, as either 2- or 3-dimensional works. This is a great opportunity for any of you…
The En Plein Air Workshop with Ellen Burke Now May 19-20!
Unfortunately, the weather has taken a turn for the worst, and painting outside in a possible pouring thunderstorm does NOT seem a good idea! Therefore, we are reluctantly postponing the workshop to May 19 and 20. Ellen Burke will now lead the two-day “En plein air” workshop Friday and Saturday, April 28-29 May 19-20. Register…
POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN! The En Plein Air Workshop with Ellen Burke Now May 19-20!
Don’t Miss This Special Opportunity to Study En Plein Air with Artist-in-Residence Ellen Burke! Ellen Burke, our first Artist-in-Residence, will lead a two-day workshop “En plein air” painting Friday and Saturday, April 28-29 May 19-20. Devote time to pursuing your art, learning new skills, and expanding your personal painting experience. Each day will cover 5-hours…
ArtFields 2023 | Lake City, SC
Art Competition and Festival | APRIL 19 – 29, 2023 Hard to believe it has been a year since several RAG Members made the last field trip to the ArtFields Cooperative event in Lake City, South Carolina, but it has! The event is scheduled for April 19 thru April 29 and once again involves pretty…
It’s Nearly April 15! Seats are going fast for the Smoked Meats Member Culinary Treat
Members, if you have already made your reservation, please check your calendar to join us on Saturday, April 15th at 2:00 pm for the next Culinary Treat of 2023! Only a handful of seats are available, so don’t wait to make your reservations. If you made your reservations earlier and find that you can’t make…
ANNOUNCEMENT: New Date for the En Plein Air Exhibition
REVISED En Plein Air Prospectus New Date: July 13 – September 7, 2023 Call For Entries: The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for En Plein Air, our Fourth exhibition of 2023, featuring work showcasing the tonal qualities, color, loose brushwork, and softness of form of the changing details of weather and light that…
Judge Announced for Healing Arts Exhibition Opening March 9th, 2023!
Harry Neely will judge Healing Arts Exhibition The Robeson Art Guild is pleased to announce that Harry Neely has agreed to judge the submissions for the Healing Hands Exhibition! Harry, a native Carolinian with a family history of musicians and artists, joined the U. S. Army after graduating from NC State University. He describes himself as largely self-taught, continuing…
Healing Arts Exhibition: Submission Reminder
Artists, Submissions are Due Tuesday, March 7th! The Robeson Art Guild (RAG) is accepting entries for Healing Hands our Second exhibition of 2023, on Tuesday, March 7th at the Guild House, 109 W 9th St., Lumberton, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Fees for RAG members are $10 per piece, and for non-member, $15 per…
Reminder! Time to Pick Up Artwork from Tongue in Cheek!
Hard to believe, but this Thursday, March 2nd, is the final day of Tongue in Cheek, the First exhibition of 2023. Don’t forget to stop by the Guild House, 109 W 9th St., Lumberton, between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM and pick up your artwork. Artists, don’t forget about the upcoming Healing Arts Exhibition!…
Special Member Culinary Treat! Italian Gnocchi
Members, make your reservation to join us on Tuesday, February 21 at 6:00 pm for the Second Culinary Treat of 2023! David H. Zeitz will be teaching us how to make homemade gnocchi with two different sauces, Bolognese sauce and sage-brown butter sauce. There are only 30 seats available, Free to and available to Members…
Mark Your Calendar! More Culinary Art Treats!
In December, the first of the Culinary Arts treats for members was held. Members enjoyed artistic Hors d’oeuvres prepared by RCC Chef Ingram and his students and watched demonstrations of how to create unique, tasty cookie trees for the holidays. The students prepared enough trees for members to take some home to enjoy. Continuing…
