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We are getting ready for fall and the cold winter ahead of us!

It’s been a different year for all of us involved in the love of folk art.

We realize that the economy has played a large part in all of our lives this year. We know our artists are feeling the pinch. We heard of shows being down, attendance being down and the costs of attending those shows still up and in some cases the hotel and gas fees above last year! That being said…..

We had a great show in Atlanta despite having truck troubles ourselves but we were determined to get there and exhibit our artists. The show was “Out-Of-This-World” this year. There were a lot of new exhibitors....BUT....it was a show of GREAT artwork. It was one of the best we have ever attended.

A large line of people began to show up about an hour before the opening. Folk Art collectors came charging through the gate and we were surprized by some friends showing up that we never expected to see in Atlanta. The Friday crowd seemed larger.... and remained steady through-out the week-end.

We were thrilled to see so many of our artist friends representing their art in the other galleries. We also met and got acquainted with many new artists and collectors.

Of course, we had a tremendous time and enjoyed ourselves beyond our widlest dreams. My personal highlight was Sunday morning when, Bebo and his dad Fred played their guitars and Missionary Mary and I joined in singing inspirational gospel songs with them. I wish I had a video of Mary’s solo. WHAT A VOICE! (Check the pictures of  FOLK FEST 2008)

You never know what is going to happen at the shows. Each has a unique life experience. That is why I encourage you to get out to these shows when you can. YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT!

Make plans to attend at least one show next year! If Atlanta is too far away from you, check out Chatanooga or Morehead or even the smaller shows that pop up! We’ll try to list as many as we can find to help you out! Have a great winter, as they used to say at WKRP in Cincinnati “THINK OF US ONCE IN A WHILE”

Sheila

FOLK FEST 2008  PIX

FOLK FEST 2007 Photos

 Please check the new page on our latest artist
JAYBIRD .....an artist from southern Illinois.  Please check out his artwork and bio.  He is worth seeing and probably a good investment for future appreciation.   BUT, AS ALWAYS WE SUGGEST THAT YOU BUY WHAT YOU LIKE.....if it increases in value that's just a plus.
 
Also, check out  the great portraits by
"TY the PORTRAIT GUY".  His creative ability is out of this world. 

Also look at the artwork of "Pops" CASEY is new to our gallery.  He has been creating for a while but we just acquired some of his artwork this past winter.  He is on the website.  Be sure to vist and see his creations.

.......also check out
Reba Campbell is from Georgia

Billy "FRED" Hellams from S.Carolina.

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to see pictures  Slotin's 2007 FOLK FEST

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