Twill basket by Robin Daugherty

UNC Asheville's faculty and staff have talents that extend beyond the classroom and office. Many are skilled artists whose work is now on exhibit at UNC Asheville's Blowers Gallery.

"UNC Asheville Staff and Faculty Art Sampler," featuring 29 works of art ranging from photography to stained glass, will be on view through August 31. A reception will be held from
5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, in the gallery.

Participating faculty and staff members are Cheryl Alderman, Ann Cadle, Lynne Caldwell, Robin Daugherty, Tony DeLaurentis, Amy Lanou, Richard Laws, Charles McKnight, Doug Miller, Bonnie Parker, Norm Richards, Debra Robbins, Suzzy Sams, Vicki Schraven, Leigh Svenson, Sally Wasileski and Helen Wykle. Works in photography, painting, stained glass, fabric, woodwork, basketry, cake decorating, cross-stitch and cartooning will be on display.

Blowers Gallery, located on the main floor of UNC Asheville's Ramsey Library, is open during regular library hours. For hours of operation, call UNC Asheville's Ramsey Library at 828/251-6546.