Unbreakable Tradition
byUkrainian artist teaches an abundance of spring Pysanky workshops The apparent fragility of Ukrainian Pysanky eggs belies their long history of survival. While their origin…
People
The Whistle Can’t Stop It
byCollector continues amassing regional railway memorabilia By: Margaret Butler Raymond “Bo” Brown’s day job is a funeral director, but what keeps him awake at…
Tilling the Past
byMars Hill University collection offers an intimate look at the region’s agricultural roots In 1889, Washington M. Lance, 22, was newly married with a big…
Tuned Into Preservation
byCollector of vintage radios knows how to make them sing again By: Carolyn Kemmet Patrick Brabham is the hero of high fidelity. In finding…
Comfort, Luxury, Empathy
byDesigner’s warmth and optimism yields a star portfolio By: Alison Fields Susan Chancey worked her way into a celebrated two-decade design career through curiosity, enthusiasm…
Warm Looks on a Fast Track
byDesigner Emily Richter has accelerated ideas about livable modernism By: Alison Fields Designer Emily Katherine Richter has a social conscience and strong opinions. She’s…
A Tale of Two Gables
bySurprise twist of modern cabin is an unusually sited deck “When you start these projects, it’s a lot like dating,” says architect Matthew Jarvis…
The Art of Small Talk
byOnline bonsai course promotes the power of miniature In April 1990, after a “series of uninspired jobs,” Arthur Joura was hired by the…
Containing Tradition
byAsheville artist weaves time-honored techniques with contemporary sentiments If necessity is the mother of invention, then boredom is a second cousin. Just ask Heather…
Growing the Learning Garden
byMaster Gardeners are on site to answer your questions By: Margaret Butler Every Wednesday morning the grounds of the Buncombe County Extension Office hum…