In a cabin turned studio in Lexington, the prolific artist Bob Timberlake captures the natural beauty of our state on canvas. Two of his paintings become covers of The State in the ’80s. We reflect on how “his realistic paintings are composed of intricate details and warm textures that seem to strike common chords in viewers. Though drawn from a distinctly rural North Carolina, the paintings’ appeal extends far beyond the state’s boundaries.”
On a remote island, a family of storytellers preserves local lore and neighborly traditions, beginning with one iconic thoroughfare.
From the expanses of needlerush at Cedar Island to the lush spartina feathering the shores of Bodie and Roanoke islands, our salt marshes are the threshold to a watery world — the heartbeat of our coastal ecosystem.
From remote beaches to sunsets that dazzle before they sink into the sound, here’s where to splash, dine, and cast a line in this Outer Banks town.
Amid planning seafood spreads for friends and family, our recipe developer finds isolation and inspiration Down East.
