Contemporary southern folk art, NC wood-fired pottery, and custom picture framing
Opening Soon: James Buddy Snipe: On-Line Aug 3, in the gallery Aug 5th
Joe Engel
Joe Engel is the ‘newest’ artist we are representing at American Folk. I was introduced to him by another of our artists, Ellie Ali. On this website, we have Joe shown under the category of Painter…and while paint is a part of what he does, collage and mixed media is more to the point. His wooden panels allow for the building up of layers of materials, or the scratching down for grooved movements. The overall effect is a cathartic dance of carefully constructed, engagingly chaotic textured surface. Joe has lived in many locations, including Asheville, but currently lives in Western Virginia. He explores many subjects, most recently whales have unleashed his creative joy….see for yourself.
Opening SOON: Alabama Folk Artist, James ‘Buddy’ Snipe. Click here for details.
REGRETFULLY, truly regretfully, I have re-implemented the MASK requirement to enter the gallery. That dang DELTA is sneaky; hoping we can avoid last year’s complete chaos again. Thank you for your understanding-Betsey-Rose
The website is full of wonder, is current and up to date, if you see something you would like to purchase call 828-281-2134, or come on by. We are happy to answer your questions and finalize sales over the phone. We take great care in the wrapping & boxing of the artwork to be shipped, giving you confidence that all aspects of your purchase are handled with care.
OH! and yes, we offer Gift Certificates in any denomination.
FOR CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING: Please call for an appointment. The hours of 10 – 11 am or 5 – 6 pm are set aside for framing appointments – we can create together with less distraction, but are available many other times & will work with your schedule, of course. Just give a call, we will figure it out together: 828-281-2134.
WEBSITE & CURBSIDE: As always this website is current; we offer phone consultation about individual pieces that you are interested in. We can ship or hold and offer CURBSIDE PICKUPS if that feels right.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU! We are available via Phone: 828-281-2134 or via Email: amerifolk@bellsouth.net
Within the pages of our website, you will see a variety of selectively curated contemporary self-taught artists. Painters, Whittlers, Carvers & Potters, American Folk presents makers from South Louisiana all the way to Maine with one goal in mind: To expose the world to the creative powers and originality of our artists. Their visions bring life, color, joy and complexity to our gallery and to your home. Self-taught art ranges from what is referred to as primitive all the way to exquisitely contemporary. All of our artists are living and working today, some have garnered world wide attention, some are exclusive to American Folk….all have a unique way of expressing their world & their hearts. We are inspired by them every day….
For more information or to purchase artwork, call us at 828-281-2134 or email us at amerifolk@bellsouth.net
