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Stanly Arts Guild presents The Art of the Quilt

The Art of The Quilt: A Showing of Small Quilts by Three Rivers Quilt Guild Three Rivers Quilt Guild will be displaying a collection of “small quilts” for your viewing enjoyment. These smaller quilts may be of any theme or style, but must be less than 36 inches wide. Come by and make your vote for “Viewer’s Choice”!  

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ART TAKE IN: Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition and Competition

We have so many talented photographers in our area! Several years ago The Guild added an annual photography competition and exhibition to show off their talents. Sometimes the annual show will involve a particular theme, while other years will employ a “photographer’s choice” to allow photographers to enter photos of any subject they prefer. After all, we’ve all have our favorite topics. In 2021, we lost one of our amazing photographer members, and the annual photography show now carries his name in memoriam. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 2 honorable mentions. Prize money will be $300...

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The Art of Laura Krug

Laura Krug has been a resident of Stanly County for 22 years. Her home looks upon Morrow Mountain and has provided artistic inspiration at sunrise and sunset for her appreciation of nature. She worked for years as a registered nurse and has three children and 5 grandchildren. She does community service as a volunteer in several organizations including Extension Master Gardeners, Stanly County Beekeepers, Three Rivers Quilt Guild, First Lutheran Church Women’s group and the Community Inn She’s also been a member of the Friends of Morrow Mountain State Park and the Hospice of Stanly County Volunteers....

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Stanly Arts Guild presents Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition and Competition

We have so many talented photographers in our area! Several years ago The Guild added an annual photography competition and exhibition to show off their talents. Sometimes the annual show would involve a particular theme, while other years will employ a “photographer’s choice” to allow photographers to enter photos of any subject they prefer. After all, we’ve all have our favorite topics. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 2 honorable mentions. Prize money will be $300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place & $100 for 3rd place. Honorable Mentions may be given at the judge’s discretion. All...

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Stanly Arts Guild presents High School Art Shows

Each year, the Stanly Arts Guild works with the local high school art teachers in Stanly County to host shows for the many talented students enrolled in their classes. This includes private, as well as public, high schools. The teachers and students get involved in setting up the shows that showcase and encourage the emerging talent we have in Stanly county. The shows are typically 1-2 weeks in length for each school, with a reception for the students & their families at the end of the show. There are no prizes awarded but there may be a graduating senior whose work is showcased for some...

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