A real gift of local artists from the area in downtown Hickory. Handmade fine crafts and art. I…read moreloved the assortment of hand made wood, metal and pottery that filled the store. It was almost like going in a museum of local art. I had a chance to spend some time talking to the owner while there and it was inspired by her late sister who was a gifted artist. She had one piece of art left from her sister on display in the store. The owner is a former occupational therapist who decided to commit to pursuing a dream that will include art lessons and the art of cooking later this year. Less than a year old, this is a gem of a local owned business you must stop in and see if in town.

From the owner: Turnip the Arts, a delightful gallery of handmade fine craft and art. Nestled between two great…read morerestaurants in the heart of Hickory, NC, you won't go hungry while out shopping. Turnip the Arts shows and sells handmade art work by artist from around the USA. You will find pottery, woodwork, glass work, jewelry, metal work, fiber art and a variety of soaps, lotions and candles. Turnip the Arts offers two series' of classes: Tastin' the Arts, classes in the culinary arts and, Makin' the Arts, classes in jewelry and other craft making. Come join us! For more information about the class schedules and how to sign up, like us on Facebook at Turnip the Arts to get notifications, or come by the gallery to give us your email address so we can send you updates and schedules.

What a cool little joint! How cool is this place? My wife and I saw it on the way to get coffee and…read moredecided to stop in and boy were we surprised! Candles, jewelry, and some pretty spectacular art work. We ended up buying three pieces that I think will look fantastic in our home though we haven't figured out where to put them yet. All were very reasonably priced and ready to hang. The young lady manning the fort was very friendly, personable, and helpful. I love that she allowed us to touch the paintings! You don't get that courtesy at a lot of places. And free stickers! If you're in the Troutman area you should definitely stop by!

Beautiful! I love the art work and the homemade candles…read more Such a friendly family, I can wait until spring.

A lovely find in Downtown Mooresville. Extremely reasonable prices on some very beautiful work. I…read morebought two prints myself and they look wonderful in my study. My grandmother is a native of Mooresville and I wanted some historic prints for the sentimental "family history" side of myself; went in to browse and walked out with two prints! Enjoyed my visit!

If you want to find a special gift that captures the essence of life in North Carolina with a fun…read moreglimpse of the past as well Cotton Ketchie's Landmark Gallery is a perfect place to go. Cotton Ketchie is a gifted artist in both watercolors and photography most of which capture the magnificent beauty of North Carolina from old grist mills and farm scenes to wonderful drawings of Lake Norman. If you really want a unique gift, buy one of Cotton's growing collection of books both non-fiction about life growing up in Mooresville on a farm to his most recent novel. If Cotton is there, be sure to get him to autograph your purchases!

Bliss Gallery is a gem in Belmont. They feature local artists along with some of the residents of…read moreHoly Angels to combine all sorts of talent. Bliss has an art opening about every 6 weeks or so and the residents of Holy Angels are usually there to greet guests and show them how proud they are of their art. It is a delight to meet the residents along with the featured artists. If you are in Belmont, drop in and give them your email address so that you can be invited to the next opening and have the opportunity to meet some truly talented people.

From the owner: Holy Angels established Bliss Gallery to offer persons who are differently able the opportunity to…read moreshare creative abilities and showcase their art alongside the works of guest artists during special exhibitions.

True to the name of the store, unique pottery lines the walls and a back room has lotion candles…read more The building itself has classic country lines and a genuine tin ceiling. Browsing here is a one of a kind experience.

I totally love this place!! I've visited every year for probably the last 5+ years. It's a fun…read moreand unique shop with changing display of arts, crafts, woodworking, ceramics, jewelry, to whimsical pieces etc ... all from local artists. Prices vary from very affordable to what you might expect to pay for a true art piece. It's so worth the visit if you're in the area, you won't regret it!

B. Brown Galleries is a great place to get unique original or custom art. The gallery carries a…read morevariety of gorgeous paintings from regional artists, which I always think makes art collecting more exciting. Most of the work in the gallery is impressionistic. I also really like Carmella Jarvi's water pieces. Bonnie Brown herself is great to talk to. She is passionate about her art and represents the artists in her gallery passionately. Ask her about her custom art projects. It's fascinating...take a photo of your own in to her studio, and she can digitally turn it into a custom painting. It's an amazing process, and it's a great idea for a special gift for someone.

Presson Gallery touts a great selection of a variety of arts such as pottery, jewelry, photograph,…read moreand paintings, all created by local artists. Conveniently situated on main street in downtown Monroe next to public parking and an array of restaurant, bars and breweries. This is definitely a wonderful additional to the quickly growing, downtown monroe. I definitely recommend checking out Presson Gallery if you are in the area. Overall, they offer a great service for local artists at a good value

From the owner: Presson Gallery, a family-owned gem nestled on Main Street in downtown Monroe, is thrilled to…read moreannounce its grand opening. We're more than just an art gallery; we're a welcoming haven where creativity and community converge. Our mission is to create a vibrant space that celebrates local, national, international talent, fosters artistic growth, and brings people together

Wow!! If you are looking for amazing art... this is your place. Exquisitely displayed and a…read morebeautiful variety to choose from. Plus a pleasant atmosphere and no high pressure!

Phenomenal gallery of fine artists! I was very impressed with the variety and quality of the work…read more Beautifully displayed...I drawn into the world of each artist as I made my way through all three levels.