Art News
Welcome to WAC’s art blog, where you can get your weekly dose of all things art happening in Boone, Blowing Rock, and Beyond!
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Watauga Arts Council Announces Small Works Holiday Gift Sale at Betty’s Biscuits
Join us for a Small Works Holiday Sale on Festive First Friday, benefitting WAC and participating artists! All artwork is under $100!
Watauga County’s Creative Economy Shows Growth Amid Recovery
Explore Watauga County’s growing creative economy, including rising industry earnings, local artists, and the economic impact of the arts post Helene.
WAC Arts Ed Brief | Oct 2026
See our most recent Arts Education newsletter and view all the classes WAC has to offer!
Celebrate Local Art at the Arts Placement Artist Reception
Join the Watauga Arts Council on November 6th from 5-7pm at Explore Boone for an Arts Placement Artist Reception!
Seby Jones Cancer Center Exhibits New Work from Local Artist, Becca Nenow
Learn more about local artist Becca Nenow’s newest installation at Seby Jones Cancer Center through WAC’s Art Placement Program!
Oct. WAC Updates: Upcoming Events, Opportunities, Classes, and More!
See what WAC has coming up on the horizon, plus other upcoming arts events and opportunities in the High Country!
Touchpoints: Exploring Texture in Art - Reception on October 15th!
Find out more information about WAC’s upcoming exhibit Touch Points, Exploring Texture in Art. Reception on October 15th, 5:30-7:30pm.
App Theatre Attendance Boosts Boone’s Economy
The Appalachian Theatre generated an estimated $2.8 million in economic activity in Boone, NC. Read more here!
Your October First Friday Art Crawl Itinerary!
Get your Art Crawl itinerary for the October 2nd First Friday Art Crawl!
Upcoming Artist Talk at Betty’s Biscuits
Join WAC at Betty’s Biscuits on October 7 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. for our first Artist Talk, featuring Nysie Hurst. RSVP required.
Call for Entry: TCVA Appalachian Mountain Photography
The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts is now accepting submissions for the 24th Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition, themed Staring at a Glimpse. Learn more!
Your September First Friday Art Crawl Itinerary!
Get your Art Crawl itinerary for the September 4th First Friday Art Crawl!
See what is happening in Downtown Boone during the August First Friday Art Crawl!
Get your Art Crawl itinerary for the August 7th First Friday Art Crawl!
Earth & Fire: A Pottery Showcase Reception on August 19th!
Find out more information about WAC’s upcoming pottery exhibit Earth & Fire. Reception on August 19th, 6-8pm.
Cindy Michaud Showcases New Exhibit at Seby Jones Cancer Center
Learn more about Cindy Michaud’s newest installation through WAC’s Art Placement Program!
Buskers Fest 2026 - All You Need To Know!
Learn about all the happenings for Buskers Fest 2026!
Apply Today! Touchpoints: Exploring Texture in Art
WAC is currently accepting applications for our next upcoming gallery exhibit, Touchpoints: Exploring Texture in Art. Submissions are due by August 31, 2026.