Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts

Glass Stepping Stone Class
2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
As a former student of Craig Kennedy, Jessica has worked with glass off and on for over 20 years, and has taught others the art of working with glass. This stepping stone class is an introduction for students interested in glass. Skills explored: cutting straight lines in glass, use of glass grinder, molding a stepping stone.
Students will need to wear:

eye protection
closed toe shoes
students will not be allowed to cut glass without eye protection and closed-toe shoes.

Come by The Guild Store to reserve and pay for your spot in this class. Space is limited.

The 17th Annual Ellen Cook Gaskin Nature At Its Best Art Competition and Show
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-27 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
The “Nature at its Best” exhibition and competition was created by the Gaskin brothers, Jeff, Chuck, David, Bob and Paul, to promote the visual arts in Stanly County and the Uwharrie region of North Carolina. They also sponsor the show each year, providing all prize money for the winners, as well as funding for the show reception. These wonderful sons of Ellen Cook Gaskin and Dr. John S. Gaskin Jr. of Albemarle have made this show an annual event as a memorial to their mother. Ellen Cook Gaskin had a deep appreciation for both art and nature and she shared that love and appreciation with her family. Through this show, her sons have chosen to honor her and to encourage artists to create expressions of “Nature at Its Best”.
All entries reflect a nature theme. Works depicting Fish, Feather, Fur, Field, Forest, or Flower are accepted.

14th Annual Ellen Cook Gaskin Memorial Nature At Its Best Art Competition & Show
2022-09-14 - 2022-10-08 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Calendar of events
Art Delivery dates:
• Friday, September 9th, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday, September 10th, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Show opens:
• Wednesday, September 14th – 12:00 PM
Awards and art pickup:
• Saturday, October 8th, 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Categories and Awards
Both 2-D & 3-D art will be accepted & judged in this show. (2-D art includes photography.)
• First place – $400
• Second place – $300
• Third place – $200
• Honorable mentions – 4 @ $25 each
• Members’ Choice – $200
Entry Fees:
Artists may enter up to 4 pieces total. Fees are as listed below:
• Stanly Arts Guild members – up to 2 pieces – $30; $10 each for up to 2 additional entries
• Non-members – up to 2 pieces – $40; $15 each for up to 2 additional entries
Judge
The judge for the 13th Annual Ellen Cook Gaskin Memorial Nature At Its Best show will be announced at a later date.
The show prospectus will be available on this page & at the Stanly Arts Guild & Gifts store by the end of the 1st week of August, 2022.

Expressive Mixed Media Painting Series - Reductive Painting with Texture
2022-05-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
This is the 1st in a series of 3 classes designed for anyone that wants to have fun with mixed media painting! Each class in the series explores a different way to create texture in painting. You will use acrylic paint with other media in each class. Take one class, a couple of them or all 3 – it’s up to you.
The 1st class will use a reductive painting process over a colorful underpainting where you will develop lots of 2-D texture.
Class fees must be paid when you register. Registration ends one week prior to the class date. There is a minimal supply fee of $5 for each class to cover instructor provided supplies.
The instructor is Susan Lackey. Susan has been painting for many years and has won numerous awards in local, state and national juried exhibitions. She is a signature member of the Watercolor Society of NC.
Cost per class is $45 for SAG members and $55 for non-members. You will be provided with a list of supplies you need to bring when you register. Register at the Stanly Arts Guild (SAG) store.
The next classes will be in July & September, dates to be decided soon!

2022 Spring Garden Craft Show-Extended thru June 18th!!
2022-04-20 12:00 - 2022-06-18 14:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
We’re looking forward to blooming flowers, buzzing bees and budding trees so we thought, “What better way to celebrate the spring than by inviting some creative people to sell their handmade garden & yard art?” So, here it is, the very first SAG Spring Garden Craft Show. The show will run April 20th thru June 18th and will highlight local crafters & artists that create & make items for the garden, yard, porch and camper!!
So, be sure to come by our store, located at 330 N 2nd Street in Albemarle, NC, to pick up some great items to make your garden & yard the envy of the neighborhood. Who knows, you might even entice a few garden fairies to come hang out in your garden with some of your beautiful finds. Check us out on Facebook for pictures of what’s for sale once the show starts.
If you’re a vendor wanting to participate by selling your work, click on this link for the show information & application: 2022 Spring Garden Craft Show Vendor Agreement-Application
Space is limited so be sure to get your application & pictures in quickly to reserve your spot!

Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition & Competition
2022-04-20 - 2022-05-14 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Although we have been having an annual photography show for several years now, this is the 1st show named after the late Dwight J. Dennis, one of our most passionate members, and an avid and talented photographer. This show was especially dear to him and we could think of no better way to remember him than to name the show in his honor.
The show runs from April 20th thru May 14th, 2022. This show is for photography only. Art take-in will be Friday, April 15th, from 12-4, & Saturday, April 16th, from 10-2. Monetary prizes will include 1st Place – $300, 2nd Place – $200, & 3rd Place – $100. Honorable mention ribbons will be handed out at the judge’s discretion. Guild memberships will be available during art take-in.
Entered photography cannot have won awards in any previous Stanly Arts Guild show. All artwork must remain on display until the end of the show.
Entry fees for the show:
Stanly Arts Guild Members
• Up to 2 pieces – $30
• $10 for each additional entry – limit 2
Non-Members
• Up to 2 pieces – $40
• $15 for each additional entry – limit 2
The prospectus for this show is available by clicking on this link: 2022 Photography Show Prospectus & Registration
Start getting those beautiful photos framed or mounted and get ready for an exciting and memorable show.

2022 Children's Spring Workshops - Take 1 or All 3!! - Only $20 Each Per Child
2022-04-18 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Flower Pounding – 11am-12pm – $20.00 per Child
Bring the kids & join us for a fun workshop pounding flowers to create something really cool. Decorate a 5″x6″ canvas bag & a bookmark by beating flowers with a hammer!! What could be more fun? Parents are welcome to stay with their child/children & help them create their masterpiece. All supplies are included. Come by the Guild store to sign up & pay. Don’t miss out on this fun workshop!! Taught by instructor Vicki Galloway.

Abstract Painting – 12:30pm-1:30pm – $20.00 per Child
Create your very own abstract painting using geometric shapes & your choice of colors to compliment your room or home. Then stencil words of inspiration in your painting. All supplies are included. Parents are welcome to stay with their child/children & help them create their abstract masterpiece. Taught by instructor Vicki Galloway.

Mixed Media Canvas – 2pm-3pm – $20.00 per Child
Create a beautiful mixed media canvas to hang in your room or home. All supplies are included. Parents are welcome to stay with their child/children & help them create their abstract masterpiece. Taught by instructor Vicki Galloway.

Don’t forget Mother’s Day isn’t far away!! These would make great Mother’s Day gifts for Mom or Grandma!!

Annual Members Art Exhibition & Competition
2022-01-19 - 2022-02-12 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
The show runs from January 19th thru February 12th, 2022. 2-D & 3-D art, including photography, may be entered. All entering artists must be current members of the Stanly Arts Guild. Art take-in will be Friday, Jan. 14th, from 12-4, & Saturday, Jan. 15th, from 10-2. Prizes include 1st Place – $300; 2nd Place – $200; 3rd Place – $100. Honorable mention ribbons will be handed out at the judge’s discretion. Memberships will be available during art take-in.
Click on the link below for the show prospectus.
2022 Annual Members Show Prospectus Registration Form

2021 Holiday Craft Show & Sale "From Our Hands..."
2021-11-17 - 2022-01-08 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Event Dates: November 17th, 2021 thru January 8th, 2022
Booth Sizes & Fees: Booth sizes will be 4’x2’. Vendors may request multiple booths and must designate if they need them together or prefer for them to be separate. Booth fees are listed below:
• Stanly Arts Guild members = $40 for a 4’x2’ booth ($5 per week)
• Non-members = $60 for a 4’x2’ booth ( $7.50 per week) (Become a Guild member for $40 for 1 year & only pay $40 booth rental = $80 Total. Also, commissions on all sales will be 15% vs. 30% for non-members.)
Vendors will be responsible for providing their own tables/booth furniture.
Set up Date and Time: Set up will be on the following dates/times:
• Saturday, November 13th – 9am–12:30pm
• Monday, November 15th – 12pm–4pm
• Tuesday, November 16th – 2pm-6pm
• All booths must be set up by 12pm on Wednesday, November 17th, unless other arrangements have been made.
Download a copy of the Holiday Craft Show Vendor Agreement/Application by clicking on the link below:
2021 Holiday Craft Show Vendor Agreement Application

Intro to Portrait Drawing with Instructor Betsy Hollar Fee: $35
2021-10-09 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Class fee: $35.00, which includes all materials
You don’t want to miss this wonderful class! Betsy’s students rave about how much easier it is for them to draw beautiful portraits after taking this class. Only 2 seats available due to classroom limitations. Others interested will be put on a waiting list and will be notified if there is a cancellation or when the next class is scheduled. You can register by coming by or calling the Guild store at 704-983-4278. If there’s no answer, please leave a message.

Summer Art Explosion
2021-07-14 11:00 - 2021-08-07 13:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Time to strut your stuff !

Memorial Day Exhibition
2021-05-26 12:00 - 2021-06-05 15:00 (America/New_York) | NC

Our Annual Valentine's Jewelry and Gift Event
2021-02-10 12:00 - 2021-02-27 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Just in time for Valentines Day !

Valentine’s Vendor Agreement

Stanly Arts Guild Members Exhibition and Competition
2021-01-20 12:00 - 2021-02-06 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
The Stanly Arts Guild Members Show is open to all members. The prize money will be determined by the size of the Artist participating. Let’s do it !

Prospectus & Registration Form

Stanly Arts Guild "From Our Hands" Holiday Craft Sale
2020-11-20 12:00 - 2021-01-02 16:00 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Holiday Craft Show Application

Calling all Vendors that Have Craft Items to Sell!!
It’s time once again for the Stanly Arts Guild holiday craft show, “From Our Hands…”!!
Every year our customers look forward to the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade items for gifts or for their own use & they know to come to the Stanly Arts Guild & Gifts store to find them.
The show will run from 11/20 thru 01/02. The vendor application is attached at the bottom of this email – see the red bar below. The cost for a 4’x2′ space is $35 for members & $50 for non-members – and that’s for selling your goods for 6 weeks, with our volunteers handling all sales for you. All you need to do is keep your display stocked so customers can shop!
Please read thru the application thoroughly as it should answer any/all questions you may have regarding setup, displays, take-down, etc.
We look forward to having your wonderful craft items in our store to sell for the 2020 holidays!!
Thanks, Wendy Hillhouse

Nature At Its Best Exhibition & Competition
2020-10-15 12:00 - 2020-11-07 16:00 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
2020-NAIB-Show-Prospectus-Registration

More Information

Annual Photography Exhibition & Competition
2020-09-03 12:00 - 2020-09-26 14:00 (America/New_York) | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States

Summer Art Explosion
2020-07-14 11:00 - 2020-08-01 16:00 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Pictured above is Susan Lackey winner first place in the 2-D category in the Summer Art Explosion
Click here to visit Susan’s web site.

Folk Art Cat Painting w/Vicki Galloway
2020-02-15 10:30 - 13:30 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Instructor: Vicki Galloway
In this class students will create an acrylic painting on a 12×12 wrapped canvas, choosing their own colors for their beautiful feline creation. What more could a cat lover ask for than an original folk art cat painting for their next birthday? Better yet, pay for their class & the 2 of you can create feline masterpieces together.
The class fee of $35 includes all supplies.

Valentine Tree Painting w/Vicki Galloway
2020-02-11 11:00 - 13:30 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Instructor: Vicki Galloway
In this class students will create an acrylic painting on an 11×14 wrapped canvas. What says “You are my Valentine!” more than an original piece of art created by you for that special someone?
The class fee of $30.00 includes all supplies.

Stanly Arts Guild Valentine's Jewelry & Gift Event
2020-02-11 - 2020-02-15 | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Stanly Arts Guild Valentine’s Jewelry & Gift Event
Feb 11th thru Feb 15th, 2020 during regular Guild store business hours
Additional Jewelry Artists will have their work in the Guild store for sale!!

Advanced Drawing Class w/Betsy Hollar
2020-02-01 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
Instructor: Betsy Hollar
This class is for advanced level portraits, open to those with knowledge of drawing tools, how to shade, etc. The class will focus on watching as Betsy draws, then students will draw. The class will not be focused on leaving with a finished portrait. The focus is for students to develop their skills and learn to fine tune smaller details. This class is recommended for students that have taken previous portrait drawing classes from Betsy.
The class fee of $45.00 includes all supplies.

Stanly Arts Guild Members Show
2020-01-21 11:00 - 2020-02-06 17:00 UTC | Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts, 330 North Second Street, Albemarle, NC, 28001, United States
This show is open for entries from members of the Stanly Arts Guild. Categories for judging are 2-D, including photography, & 3-D art. There is no age limit on the art entered. Any art entered cannot have won a ribbon in any other SAG art show/event. Fees for entries are $5 per entry, no limit on the number of entries. Prize money will be based on entry fees collected, the more entries, the higher the prize money. Other limitations for entries apply – see the show prospectus for details. Art take-in will be 01/17/20 from 12-5 & 01/18/20 from 12-4. Stanly Arts Guild memberships will be accepted during take-in for this show. The judge for this show will be Randy Fike.

2020 Members Show Prospectus
2020 Members Show Registration Form

Wine Tasting and Shopping
2019-11-08 18:00 - 21:30 UTC | NC
Come over to the Guild for a night of wine tasting and private shopping. This is a ticketed event. Bring a friend with you for more fun. We will also have beer available. Dennis Vineyards and Stony Mountain Vineyards will be there to let you taste their wines. You may buy wine by the glass or bottle. Get your Christmas wine here also!

Trick or Treating at The Guild
2019-10-31 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | NC
Bring your little “Monsters”out to trick or treat at the Guild. We will have LOTS of candy and fun!!

SAG 11th Annual Nature At Its Best Competition and Show
2019-10-08 11:00 - 2019-11-02 20:00 UTC | NC
Stanly Arts Guild is looking for your talent. Our next show is scheduled to start on October 8, 2019 and end on November 2, 2019. This is your official “All-Call” for artists whether you are local or far away. Top prizes are $500 for First Place and $400 for Members Choice! You may enter up to 4 pieces for this competition, The prospectus is available below to print for more information. We plan to have three judges this year. Your pieces will be judged on Originality, Presentation, Use of color, and ability to portray the theme with use of Fish, Feather, Furr, Field, Forest or FLower. Come on and all with your talent and art. We will accept Two-Dimension, Photograhy and Three-Dimension pieces.
2019 NAIB Prospectus for Web
NAIB Registration form for Web

Working With Polymer Clay
2019-10-05 10:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | NC
Be sure to sign up for this exciting new Polymer Clay workshop on October 5th, 2019. This workshop will begin at 10:30am and end by 2:30pm. The cost is $30 and all supplies are provided. This is open to ages 14 and over.
The instructor is the phenomenal Michelle Efird, a “polymer clay freak extraordinaire”!! Michelle creates true works of art with her clay and sells them here in the Stanly Art Guild’s store.
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of working with polymer clay, such as brands, conditioning, curing, tools, etc. You will learn to make a “cane” of clay (not what you may think), and you will be using this to make a pendant and/or a keyring . Attendees will need to bring a bag lunch and a beverage. A quick break will be taken around 12:15.

Public Guild Meeting and Presentation
2019-10-03 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | NC
This Meeting and Presentation is open to the public. Please plan to come on out to the Guild, located at 330-C North Second Street in Albemarle. Each Month, we have a different presentation by a local Artist. Also, most of our meetings provide you with a “Make and Take” item of your own to remind you of the info you gained and the good time you had! Come on out! The October presentor will be determined very soon. Stay tuned…

Introduction to Crochet
2019-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Scarves are a great fashion statement. Wouldn’t you like to make one for yourself as a gift? Sherry Dane will get you started on your scarf during this class. First, you will learn to do the basic stitches. After you feel comfortable with those, you will begin your project. You will need to bring the yarn you’d like to use for your scarf. Usually, the packaging will tell you what size crochet needle to get. If you want to practice on samples or a small project, Sherry will have yarn you can use. This will allow you to learn without committing to a project right away.

Signs Signs Everywhere A Sign
2019-08-10 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | NC
This class will teach you how to make and paint a “vintage” sign that will become a magnet. All items needed will be supplied. You will have a choice between four sign shapes. The outline will be traced onto the shape. Then the real fun begins! She will guide you in the painting techniques to make it look real. Once completed, the magnet will be attached, and voila! You will have a beautiful magnet for yourself or someone special. Al (Alisha) Jones will be your instructor.
