The Franklin County Arts Guild is happy to announce a new show featuring the works of James Harden at the Artisan Depot gallery, 204 Cumberland St, Cowan TN. The show is open for the months of November and December (before Christmas). There will be a meet the artist's reception on Friday November 15th from 5-7 pm at the gallery. James Harden is an 82 year old self taught artist, who took up painting as a child. He remembers painting his first picture in 6th grade; his art teacher allowed the class to keep their work and he still has his. However, James quit painting for about 35 years but started again 6 years ago. He likes to paint old barns and landscapes using either oils or watercolors and he sells his pieces at shows in several states. His work is known for its fine details in broad landscapes. Presently James resides in Manchester with his wife, Nancy. The community is invited to attend the artist's reception on Friday the 15th or to drop by the gallery anytime during business hours which are Thursday-Sunday 12-5pm.
Reception is Friday, November 15, 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
Show will run until December 22.
Show will run until December 22.
Exhibiting in the Gallery
Members of the Guild may apply to exhibit their work for sale in the Artisan Depot gallery. Exhibiting artists are chosen by a jury of members based on several criteria.
Click here to view and download jurying criteria.
After the jury process, works exhibited in the gallery are hung in rotation for six months; after that time, the artist may submit new work for hanging (subject to space).
Click here to download the Artist Agreement.
Artwork accepted to be displayed in the gallery must have wire attached to the back for hanging, and each piece needs to be labeled clearly with the artist's name, the title of the piece, media, price, and artist code; click here for a printable template for labels.
To earn the maximum commission for artwork sold, exhibiting members must work one day a month in the gallery.
Volunteer
In addition to working in the gallery, there are many other ways you can volunteer your time to support the gallery and the Guild. Volunteers help hang shows, set up for fundraisers, work booths at other shows and festivals, work in the Garden and so on. Click here if you have some time to contribute.
Click here to view and download jurying criteria.
After the jury process, works exhibited in the gallery are hung in rotation for six months; after that time, the artist may submit new work for hanging (subject to space).
Click here to download the Artist Agreement.
Artwork accepted to be displayed in the gallery must have wire attached to the back for hanging, and each piece needs to be labeled clearly with the artist's name, the title of the piece, media, price, and artist code; click here for a printable template for labels.
To earn the maximum commission for artwork sold, exhibiting members must work one day a month in the gallery.
Volunteer
In addition to working in the gallery, there are many other ways you can volunteer your time to support the gallery and the Guild. Volunteers help hang shows, set up for fundraisers, work booths at other shows and festivals, work in the Garden and so on. Click here if you have some time to contribute.