Meet Civil War Artist John Paul Strain at Ashley's Art Gallery Saturday Dec. 11, 2010

Meet the premier American Civil War artist John Paul Strain. Spend 10 to 20 minutes with the artist as he enhances your canvas that you purchase from Ashley's between now and the show. Only a limited number of spaces available.
Also John Paul Strain will be signing his new book "The Historical Art of John Paul Strain" ($50. and 180 pages of spectacular art)if purchased from Ashley's. Visit Ashley's web site at http://www.ashleysartshop.com/servlet/the-John-Paul-Strain-Art/Categories .

John Paul Strain embellishing one of his canvas prints at Ashley's Art Gallery
at his show back in 2009. Meet him this year on Saturday December 11, 2010.
The time of the artist reception will probably be 11:am to 4:pm.
Please call or check back later for the exact time.

Scenes from the Ashley's Art Gallery Luke Buck Show with Jo Gore and the Alternatives

Meet Nationally Renowned Artist Luke Buck with Live Music by Jo Gore and the Alternative

Join us for an Art Show and Sale featuring the art of Luke Buck Saturday October 2 from 2:pm to 6:pm here at Ashley's Art Gallery, Fuquay-Varina, NC. Luke Buck is famous for his paintings of Vanishing Rural America. His portrayal of the local Raleigh landmark Yates Mill Pond will be on display in both the original painting and giclee canvas prints. Luke, an Indiana native, will bring betwen 40 and 45 original paintings ranging in prices from $850. to $12,000. See more of Luke's art at our web site http://www.ashleyartgallery.com/s-59-buck-luke.aspx.

Special morning appearance by Luke Buck! If you can not make the afternoon event, stop by Ashley's between 10:30am and 11:30am to meet Luke and to see his artwork.

Also we will have live Jazz and Blues background music from 3 members of Jo Gore and the Alternative, 2:pm to 5:pm. Listen to some of their music at their web site: Jo Gore and the Alternative .

Musician / SingerJo Gore

Pat Kinkade Visits Ashley's

Thomas Kinkade's brother Patrick visited Ashley's art Gallery on August 7, 2010. He highlighted Thomas Kinkade canvases, told some funny stories, plus brought some rare Thomas Kinkade original paintings and drawings.

Pat Kinkade with collectors

Patrick is a great artists and story teller. He is a perfect ambassador for the Thomas Kinkade Company.

Pat is Chairman of the Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice and Anthropology at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. He focuses on White-Collar Crime and Organized Crime.

Meet Thomas Kinkade's Brother, Patrick Kinkade, Master Highlighter & Heritage Tour Aug. 7, 2010

Thomas and Patrick Kinkade

The Kinkade event is this Saturday August 7, 2010 from 11:am to 7:pm at Ashley's Art Gallery in Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Join us to meet Thomas Kinkade's Brother, Patrick Kinkade, and experience an event that will make you feel link part of the Kinkade family. Purchase a Thomas Kinkade Limited Edition canvas now, from Ashley's, to qualify for an opportunity to have it hand-highlighted or remarqued by Patrick Kinkade for no extra charge at this very special event. Space is limited; ask for details. The Thomas Kinkade company estimates the hand-highlighting or a remarque by Patrick can add $300. to the value of the canvas. Plus, these customers will get special "one on one" time with Patrick. Also, there will be interesting Kinkade Family memorabilia on exhibit and for sale at the event. Call Ashley's at (919)552-7533 or stop by the gallery for more information.

Video of Artist Terry Isaac discussing his "Midsummer Dream" canvas print.

Renowned wildlife artist Terry Isaac was at Ashley's Art Gallery on April 24, 2010. He is one of the top artist in the country. We promote mailey his bird and flower painintgs and giclee canvas prints.

Video of North Carolina artist William Mangum talking about his new Grandfather Mountain painting

Renowned NC artist William Mangum at Ashley's Art Gallery discussing his new golf course paintings and book featuring 23 North Carolina golf clubs.

Meet North Carolina Artist William Mangum March 6, 2010, at Ashleys Art Gallery

Art enthusiasts are invited to meet North Carolina Artist William Mangum March 6, from 2:00pm to 5:pm at Ashley's Art Gallery in Fuquay-Varina, near Raleigh, NC. Bill will be personalizing his mini prints and signing his new book potraying 23 of North Carolina's nicest golf courses. Legendary courses throughout the state are captured in glorious color and detail by the artist through more than 75 new original paintings in this 144 page volume. A wonderful gift for golf fans everywhere!

In addition, some of William Mangum's original paintings and giclee prints will be on display and for sale.

See a recent video of William Mangun on NBC Nightly News.