Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center

Going Forth: Exhibit by Charlie Brouwer
2024-05-31 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-30 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-29 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-28 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-27 10:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
EXHIBIT OPEN MAY 22 THROUGH JUNE 14, 2024.
Going Fourth, an exhibit of charcoal drawing by Artist Charlie Brouwer of Willis VA, is his response to suddenly becoming blind in the fall of 2022. His condition meant he was unable to drive or read and could not use power tools to construct the wood sculptures he’d been creating for 40 years. As his wife drove him here and there, he looked out the window at the dark silhouettes of trees against the winter sky. The trees spoke to him in many ways, reminding him of strength, resilience, calmness, patience and quiet acceptance of the way things can be overcome by their beauty. He began drawing them with charcoal- charcoal that comes from trees. “The exhibit is about trees and going forth from where we are, with whatever we have to seek beauty, truth, and goodness wherever we can find them.” This exhibit is immersive and strong, full of quiet beauty and heart.
There will be a reception to meet the artist on Sunday, June 2 from 2-4 pm. Admission is FREE.
Art Center hours: Monday- Saturday 10am to 4:30pm and Sunday 1-4pm

Line, Color, and a bit of Whimsy: Exhibit by Donald Earley
2024-05-17 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-16 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-15 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-14 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-13 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-11 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-05-10 10:00 - 16:30 and 12 more dates | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
On display April 23rd to May 17th. Admission is Free.
Opening April 23 at the Alleghany Highlands Arts and Crafts Center in Clifton Forge is a wide-ranging exhibit of works by Donald Earley, of Clintonville, WV. Line, Color and a Bit of Whimsey includes printmaking, painting and drawing as well as some mixed media works. The Center is open 10-4:30, Tues-Saturday until the May 1st when summer hours add Mondays from 10-4:30 and Sundays from 1-4pm.
There are plenty of techniques and ideas to explore here, from the classical to contemporary. Come see what you think. Donald Earley’s exhibit will continue through May 17. Admission is free.

Artist Statement: In search of inspiration, I am sitting on a rock. There I question my ability, trying to find the truth in myself, as well as my work. I see, but I do not understand. Can I find the truth? I am excited — this is my inspiration. Questions and answers — I have questions to all. These are my dreams, my loneliness, and my peace of mind. I sit and Wonder — with all of this I draw. When I look at my work, I feel like I am living on the edge of life, holding a butterfly net, trying to catch my dreams as they go by — I am a romantic.
-Donald Earley

Beginning/Basic Drawing with Kyle Keyser
2024-05-14 14:00 - 16:00 | VA
Class dates: May 14th, 21st, 28th (each on a Tuesday)
Time of class: 2pm to 4pm
Cost: $35
Register by May 9th
This 3 week class, offered by Kyle Keyser, demonstrates the basic and most important things to know about drawing. This class is great for those who are just starting their drawing journeys, or for those who want to brush up their knowledge on the basics. You must be 17 or older to attend. Participants should bring a number two pencil and a sketchbook (ideally 11” by 12”).

Story/Craft Hour (K-2nd Grade)
2024-05-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
This class for kids K-2nd grade is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:30 to 11:30. The children will read and discuss a story, make their own craft pertaining to the story, and often there is a snack! Kids are sure to have fun while learning with retired school teachers Cathy Drummer & Judy Scott! Only a few spots are available.
All supplies provided. Each session is free, but registration is still required. Register by calling the Art Center at (540)862-4447
For more info call Cathy: 540-968-1648

Story/Craft Hour (3rd-7th Grade)
2024-05-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
This class for kids in 3rd-7th grade is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 10:30-11:30. The children will read and discuss a story, make their own craft pertaining to the story, and often there is a snack! Kids are sure to have fun while learning with school teachers Cathy Drummer & Judy Scott! Only three spots available.
All supplies provided. Each session is free, but registration is still required. Register by calling the Art center at (540) 862-4447
For more info call Cathy: 540-968-1648

Closed
2024-04-28 - 2024-04-29 | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
Until May we will be closed on Sunday and Monday.

Pam Hirts Barn Quilt Painting Class
2024-04-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Alleghany Highands Arts and Crafts Center, 439 E Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA, 24422, United States
Join Pam Hirt on April 26 for a three day barn quilt painting class. Staring Friday, April 26th from 5pm to 9pm, you will create a design of your choice on 2×2 board with outdoor paint. You will come back on Saturday, April 27th from 1-5pm and on Sunday, April 28th from 1-5pm to finish your painting. The instructor will supply a board and black and white paints. Students are expected to bring: Paint, 1″ angled brushes, and painters tape. There are ten tickets available, priced at $100 each. You must be 16 or older to attend. You can purchase a ticket through our website with the “get tickets” option at the bottom of the page, by calling the Art Center at (540) 862-4447, or by visiting our physical location.

Pam is an artist with varied interests. Based on her interest of counted cross stitch, she likes to chart her design on grid paper, and go from there. She has taught several classes in barn quilt painting at AHACC, including the popular snowman quilt, “Company’s Coming.”
