Fellowship Recipients in the Spotlight

For the first time in Boone, the works of 16 N.C. Arts Council fellowship recipients from 2010–2011 will be on display at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts at Appalachian State University Friday, April 6, through Saturday, July 28. The exhibition includes pieces by 16 of the 18 artists awarded fellowships in choreography, craft, film and video and visual arts, including Elizabeth Brim, Phoebe Brush, Kirk Fanelly, Gail Fredell, Maja Godlewska, Christopher Holmes, Mark Iwinski, Young Kim, Anne Lemanski, Nava Lubelski, Sean Pace, Susan Harbage Page, Vita Plume, Shoko Teruyama, Bob Trotman and Linda Vista. “We’re excited about the chance to show the work of these exemplary artists to the audiences in northwest North Carolina who I’m sure will find the quality and creativity on display inspirational,” said Jeff Pettus, senior program director for artists and organizations, N.C. Arts Council. “We’re fortunate to have these artists in our midst, producing memorable work and adding substantively to the quality of life in our state.” The N.C. Arts Council has supported the exhibition since the beginning of its fellowship program more than 30 years ago.

An accompanying series of round table artist presentations are scheduled at the Turchin Center on three Wednesdays: February 29, March 28 and April 25 at 7 p.m., followed by receptions at 8 p.m. Visit www.turchincenter.org for participating artists and other details.