Drawing inspiration from the barrier islands he calls home, a Nags Head painter brings everyday coastal landscapes to life on canvas and across the pages of beloved children’s books.
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Mountain Muse in West Jefferson
Small-town charm meets big-time talent in West Jefferson, an Ashe County community known for art and creativity.
Painting Saint Nick
To help conserve North Carolina’s coastal wildlife, a Carteret County artist teams up with a Triad-based Santa.
Elliott Daingerfield: Painter of the Hills
A world-renowned North Carolina artist found success in the Northeast, but his inspiration came from the time he spent in Blowing Rock.
In His Element
For artist Kent Paulette, creativity arrives when he’s surrounded by nature, knee-deep in a creek.
Textiles & Tides
After working for home decor businesses in big cities, an artist started her own design company, inspired by the colorful simplicity of life on Hatteras Island.
Painting a Sense of Place
With warm memories and an abiding respect for her coastal home, a Dare County artist captures the Outer Banks spirit in colorful brushstrokes.
Anchored by the Arts in New Bern
This vibrant and historic coastal city is filled with festivals and events that celebrate creativity.
The Jazz Painter
A visual artist in New Hanover County blends colorful tones into musical masterworks.
