The Orange County Artists Guild is a non-profit organization seeking to increase the visibility and recognition of area artists and crafts people.
The Orange County Artists Guild is a group of over 100 artists based in Orange County, North Carolina. Established in 2000, the guild supports member artists with community and educational opportunities. The guild’s most visible public event is to organize and promote the annual Open Studio Tour.
We have made the hard decision to close membership applications for 2023 because of the exponential growth of our organization in recent years. We will spend this year revamping our organization so that we can more effectively serve our existing members and onboard new members.
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Spring Show at Eno Arts Mill Gallery
Opening Reception Open to all artists Food Trucks and Live Music Beverages Kids' Activities Gallery Hours Tuesday-Saturday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
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Orange County Artists Guild Spring Art Show
Featuring work by members of the Orange County Artists Guild You’ll find a range of expressive 2D and 3D work; you’ll likely be surprised by the many styles and techniques used. There are serious realistic and representational compositions as well as many fun and fanciful items. Opening Friday, May 5First Fridays At The Mill, 6:00-9:00pm Live music with Tropical Man Go Food from local food trucks Flavor Junction, LLC & Alsies Ice Cream Beer from Red Oak, Ponysaurus Brewing, wine, and NA beer selections The exhibit will be on view at the Eno Arts Mill Gallery through Saturday, May 27.…
Why do I always paint flowers by Lily Bacon
It wasn’t always this way. The magic and beauty of a wide variety of subject matter inspire me to no end. From a very young age, I was captivated by the human body. I remember trying to get a glimpse of my extremely modest father as he dressed in his walk-in closet. I was not successful. For a while, I drew what I imagined a body looked like. In college, at Parsons School of Design, I was finally able to observe what I had been seeking. I was passionate about drawing and painting the nude form. I continue to be…
Reinventing the Creative Path by Nadine Zenobi
After forty years of traveling the country doing art shows, my jewelry career is taking a turn. I have settled down to opening my doors to the public during the the wonderful Orange County Open studio tour which has always been one of my favorites. When you visit you can see an example of how I work, the various techniques and tools I like to use to create my jewelry. Reinventing my creative world has brought me to the Pittsboro Gallery of Art, a cooperative gallery in the heart of Pittsboro. It is a lovely gallery with a strong spirit…
This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission.
This program is supported by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Building recognition and support for the extraordinary and dynamic value of the arts and to lead, serve, and advance the diverse networks of organizations and individuals who cultivate the arts in America.