GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
We are Asheville’s destination for print enthusiasts!
APS+G showcases printmakers from Western North Carolina and beyond. We sell lots of original artwork to visitors, beginning and experienced collectors, and to local residents who desire original and affordable art in their homes and businesses.
We have created a peaceful and inclusive atmosphere in our gallery. You will always get a warm welcome, as well as time and space to explore and ponder our large selection of prints. Questions are thoughtfully and thoroughly answered. The gallery is sunny, aesthetically pleasing, and has an open and organized vibe. And… there is always music!
Don’t miss our free bi-monthly Spotlight and Themed Exhibitions that inspire image making from a fresh perspective. You can find out more by joining us for our Artist Talks and Receptions - these events are welcoming, fun, and a perfect way to meet our printmaking community!
Are you a printmaker? See our OPEN CALL to participate in our shows.
BIRDS, BEES, BEARS & BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS - May 1st thru June 29th
RECEPTION: May 11 - 4 - 8 pm
Our WNC environment IS the mountains and all they hold. Printmakers were asked to respond to our location and its specific aspects for this show. Are you concerned with environmental changes that are happening to our beautiful land? Interested in native birds, bees or hiking the mountains? Come see how local artists responded to these questions with their art!
WHY ARE PRINTS SO POPULAR?
Prints have long been a way for artists to get their work to the general public in a low cost and efficient manner.
During the early 1600’s, the Dutch painter Rembrandt revolutionized printmaking. He created obvious differences from one plate impression/print to the next by reworking his metal plates and changing the way he applied and manipulated his ink. By doing this, he used the printing process to create original artworks. Rembrandt’s main means of support was his etchings - because they were less expensive than his paintings, he could reach a larger audience who could afford his work.
That equation is still true today! The printmakers represented in our gallery are creating original artwork. They work in multiple impressions - each impression of their image being distinct, original and showing the artist’s hand. Prints are a great way to collect art and create a distinctive home or business filled with beautiful images - at an affordable price!
MAKING HISSTORY WORKSHOP - Large Scale Woodblock Printmaking
OCTOBER 19th or OCTOBER 20th, 2024
Don’t miss this very special offering! Join LYELL CASTONGUAY, founder of BIG INK, for a community event at Asheville Print Studio. Lyell will be printing your large scale woodblocks on Big Tuna - his famous mobile press. We are thrilled to have Big Tuna here in our Asheville studio!
When you sign up for this printmaking experience you begin receiving information about, and some supplies for, creating your large scale wood block.
You will bring your finished carved block to our studio be printed by Lyell of Big Tuna on October 19th or 20th, 2024.
Big Tuna is a precise custom machine that creates flawless woodblock prints. You will receive three prints produced by Lyell and Big Tuna.
Space is limited to 12 participants for this unprecedented event. LEARN MORE at BIG INK.