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260428 Wonderful Waterfalls and Cascades with Lil Clinard

Art Guild of Tellico Village

Dates: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm with lunch break
Location: Chota Classroom A

Prerequisites: This class is appropriate for beginning as well as experienced artists.

Contact Information: watercolorsbylil@charter.net

Cost: $ 65
Class Size: Min 6 Max 16
Sign-up: Submit this registration form or click on the button below.
Deadline: April 14, 2026

Cancellation Policy: Participants may cancel up to 14 days prior to the start of the class for a full refund. There will be no refunds within 14 days of the class unless spot can be filled from wait list. To cancel, fill out the class refund request form

Class Content: This workshop focuses on understanding and artistically interpreting waterfalls and cascades. Participants will explore color, shadow, reflection and movement while learning how to translate the energy and beauty of waterfalls into paint. Using Bald River Falls as a primary reference, the instructor will provide demonstrations and individual guidance as participants complete two waterfall or cascade paintings.

Supply List: Suggested Supplies to Bring:

  • Watercolor or acrylic paint (a limited palette is perfect)
  • You will find it useful to bring titanium white gouache or acrylic paint.
  • 2–3 paint brushes, round or flat
  • I use a #8 flat and # 10 round with a good point, you may want to bring a rigger brush.
  • Paper, panel, or canvas (bring at least 2)
  • Palette (disposable or reusable)
  • Water container
  • Paper towels or rags

You may also want an apron and gloves and any of your favorite supplies.

Biography: Lil Clinard has over 20 years’ experience painting with watermedia, primarily watercolor and acrylic. Her work focuses on landscapes and waterscapes, and she enjoys exploring a variety of techniques and materials. As an instructor she emphasizes experimentation and encourages artists to develop confidence and joy in their creative process. Her artwork has been exhibited in art shows and galleries and is included in both private and public collections.

Register for 260428 Wonderful Waterfalls and Cascades with Lil Clinard

260317 Mixed Media Memory Angel with Twyla Marti

Art Guild of Tellico Village

Dates: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Location: Chota Classroom A

Prerequisites: None – good for beginners as well as experienced

Contact Information: twyla.marti@icloud.com

Cost: $ 40
Class Size: Min 6 Max 10
Sign-up: Submit this registration form or click on the button below.
Deadline: March 3, 2026

Cancellation Policy: Participants may cancel up to 14 days prior to the start of the class for a full refund. There will be no refunds within 14 days of the class unless spot can be filled from wait list. To cancel, fill out the class refund request form

Class Content: In this heartfelt class, you’ll create a Memory Angel using wood blocks, layered papers, metals, and fibers—designed to honor someone special. You’ll have the opportunity to incorporate a small photo of your loved one into your piece, making it a truly personal keepsake. While the project includes beautiful details, it’s also a great introduction to mixed media techniques for beginners.

Supply List: Most materials are provided, click here for a list and some ideas of what to bring.

Biography: I am a mixed media and fiber artist inspired by nature, travel, and the creative energy of other artists. Although I studied business in college, I’ve spent years taking classes with top mixed-media artists across the country, and am always eager to learn new techniques and ideas to expand my work.

Since moving from Arizona to Tennessee, I’ve found a wonderful creative community in Fairfield Glade and have enjoyed teaching classes at the Plateau Creative Arts Center and Tellico Village. My passion is exploring mixed media, fiber, and paper collage—and sharing that love with others.

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February 19, 2026 – 10:00 AM Shannon Deana

Art Guild of Tellico Village

The Artist Journey: From inspiration to sharing your work

I will be sharing my artist journey from what inspires me to finding my artistic voice and my studio practice. Tips for finding your individual style, how to create a body of work and showing/sharing your art work.

Artist Bio:

Shannon Deana Johnson is a mixed media artist who creates nature-inspired paintings through an intuitive creative process. Her work blends flowing movement, layered textures and organic shapes that echo the quiet wonder found in creation. Shannon studied at the University of TN and received a BA in studio art. Originally from Southern California where she spent her childhood exploring the coastline and surrounding hills and mountains with a camera or sketchbook in hand. She now lives in Knoxville, TN where the Smoky Mountains and her own backyard are readily available sources of inspiration.

Artist’s Website: Shannon Deana Johnson

April 17, 2025 – 10:00 AM Janet Muir

Art Guild of Tellico Village

Wildlife Photography – Artistic Photography of Wildlife from around the World

Jan Muir has been creating intimate portraits of wildlife in remote locations. She will share her art, favorite locations, adventure stories, and some simple tips to bring your own photographic vision to life.

Artist Bio: On the Edge of Wild

From the glitter of Las Vegas to the whispers of the Smoky Mountains, my art travels between urban pulse and serene wild song. My experiences touch each artwork and become a testament to the cultural vibrancy and untamed beauty that inspire me. From remote glaciers to bustling foreign festivals, each experience adds a vibrant thread to my artistic tapestry. Through my art, I strive to connect each of us to the majesty of nature and the diversity of culture, to ignite a passion for preserving our planet’s uniqueness and wonder.

Nature is my constant muse. It whispers to me, and I translate its voice into visual stories using photos, glass, ceramics, and paint. Each medium, in different ways, allows me to express the awe, the fragility, the resilience of our planet.
My artwork is always evolving and experimentation is my companion. Molten glass is coaxed into swirling orbs and becomes a frozen echo of sunlit waves crashing on distant shores. Clay, my ancient teacher, whispers stories of mountain ranges weathered by the winds of time, each crack and crevice a testament to resilience and beauty. Pigments, vibrant emissaries from faraway bazaars, remind me of the uniqueness and fragility of our shared humanity. Through these diverse mediums, I strive not only to capture the awe-inspiring grandeur of nature but also to ignite a sense of compassion, a call to protect the wild spaces that sustain us all. Each piece invites you to walk with me, to step beyond the familiar and embrace the exquisite dance of wonder that unfolds around us each and every day.

I invite you to step closer to both listen to the whispers of nature, and to see the vibrant cultural threads that weave us all together. Welcome to my journey. Please walk with me.

Website: Muir Studios

2023 Emporium Exhibit

Art Guild of Tellico Village

The Art Guild of Tellico Village is sponsoring an exhibit in October which will feature 40-50 works selected by jury. This exhibit will be held at the Emporium in downtown Knoxville. This show will feature two-dimensional art in any media and will be open to all AGTV members.  It is intended to showcase exceptional work produced by our member community.  

The theme of the exhibit is “As We Interpret Our World“. We are fascinated by the kaleidoscope of beauty and emotion a close community of artists can create.  We observe the same world, yet record images, movement, and meaning uniquely.  Featuring artistic styles ranging from abstract to realistic, incorporating a variety of media, this exhibition considers the myriad of results possible when interpretation meets the eye of the beholder.

What media are accepted?

The Show is open to two-dimensional media including acrylic, watercolor, oil, pastel, drawing, fiber, collage, printmaking, photography, and digital media.  The only restrictions are that all work submitted must be original to the artist (idea, design and production), created within the past three years, and have not been shown in previous shows within our region.

What is the entry fee and how many submissions are allowed per artist?

The entry fee is $40. The application process is now closed. Artists are encouraged to enter up to a maximum of three pieces.  The entry price is the same whether you enter 1 or 3 pieces. Artwork will be submitted and reviewed digitally.

Who will select exhibited art and prize winners?

The juror will make all determinations on work selected for the exhibition and awards. Approximately $1,000 in awards are available. Awards will be presented during an artist reception in October (date to be announced).

Who is the juror?

The AGTV Board of Directors selected Kimberly Winkle as our juror.  Ms. Winkle will review and select from digital images submitted by artists through AGTV’s application process.  She alone is accountable for selecting the work to be exhibited and has agreed to provide brief written critiques to participating artists. Information about Kimberly Winkle may be found on her website.

Eligibility and Selection

  • The Show is open to 2D works of art in any media.
  • All art must be original and created by the artist. Artwork may represent any subject matter but should be generally appropriate for all ages.
  • All work must be original to the artist (idea, design and production), created within the past three years, and have not been shown in previous shows displayed in the Emporium or Knoxville area.
  • Two-dimensional work must be framed or stretched (as appropriate) and wired to hang in a professional manner. Improperly wired work will not be accepted.
  • A maximum of three pieces will be accepted from each artist. Entries composed of multiple pieces must represent a single image that cannot be considered or sold separately. Triptychs and diptychs must be attached or counted as separate pieces.
  • Items that need specific sized fixtures or hanging devices should be delivered with those devices.
  • If matted, neutral colors are recommended.
  • A complete entry form must be submitted with digital images of artwork plus the entry fee.
  • Artwork will be displayed in the Emporium Center’s main gallery, which accommodates 40-50 works.

Contractual Obligations

Following are contractual requirements and obligations agreed to with Arts & Culture Alliance (ACA) for all works displayed in the Emporium.  Artists must comply with these agreements:

  • Sales & Commissions: ACA prefers that artwork be presented for sale. The following commission applies to all sales: 25% (20% for cash/check sales). To operate in accordance with the Tennessee Department of Revenue guidelines, ACA will add sales tax to the price of each work that sells from the Emporium and for which it collects payment. Sales tax is NOT added to works being carried or shipped out of state. Sales are permitted as a service to patrons of the ACA. However, ACA cannot guarantee such sales. The receipt of funds from sales, the retention of commissions, and the disbursement of monies to Artist will be handled by ACA. Sold works are to remain in the exhibition until its official close unless an alternate arrangement can be reached that is mutually agreeable to ACA, Artist, and the purchaser of the artwork.
  • Handling: ACA agrees to handle all artwork with proper care so that artwork will not be damaged, excepting ordinary wear and tear. ACA shall not be liable for damage or loss caused by war, confiscation, order of any government or public authority, or by any and all causes beyond the control of ACA. Theft, Damage or Loss: ACA agrees to notify Artist within 36 hours by telephone, e-mail, and/or written notification upon the event of any theft, damage or loss that occurs while artwork is in the possession of ACA. In the event of loss or damage to artwork at fault of ACA, ACA agrees to compensate up to reasonable market value on each artwork as agreed upon by Artist and ACA Executive Director.
  • Transportation: Moving or shipping artwork to and from the Emporium will be the sole responsibility of Artist.
  • Installation: Works must be suitably framed/mounted and WIRED to hang. Work should be ready to exhibit according to accepted Museum standards (i.e., canvases should be stretched with finished edges, drawings should be at least mounted and matted or fitted with Plexiglas). ACA reserves the right to inspect and, if necessary, prepare or request Artist to prepare the artwork for exhibition according to said standards. ACA reserves the right to refuse to display any object for any reason. Artist must use the existing hanging system in the Gallery (Walker Display, see image). Each rod and hanger can accommodate 25 lbs, and ACA has 48 rod available. The exhibition will be set and installed by ACA. The final decision on the arrangement of and artwork included in the exhibition rests with ACA. No artist will be allowed to rearrange, modify, or remove any artwork or cultural programming present in the Emporium, not even temporarily during the renter’s scheduled event. However, there may be times when ACA deems it necessary to adjust the position of an artwork in order to protect it from possible damage during an event. If that occurs, ACA will make every effort to contact Artist to arrange for the artwork to be moved. If Artist is unavailable to move the object, ACA will adjust the position of the artwork, taking every precaution to preserve the integrity and safety of the artwork.
  • Publicity: Artist agrees to provide biographical information, artist’s statement, digital images, and other publicity materials as requested. Artist agrees to allow ACA to photograph. Artist’s artwork for publicity, education, and catalog purposes. Artist agrees to allow work to be photographed by third parties. ACA agrees to draft a press release promoting the exhibition and reception to be sent to media. ACA will send announcements about the exhibition to its members as part of regular communications and electronic invites to its extensive lists of members, friends, media, etc. This information will also be posted in the exhibition space.
  • Additional Provisions: The Emporium is a downtown venue, and the City of Knoxville may, at any time, begin road construction over which ACA has no control.

Schedule

  • Applications Open: July 1-August 8, 2023
  • Final Due Date for submission: August 15,2023
  • Preparation of online gallery for juror: August 15-31
  • Juror review and selection: September 1-15
  • Artists notified: September 16-19
  • Monday, October 2, between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Artists deliver work to the Emporium
  • Tuesday-Thursday, October 3-5, between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Exhibition installation
  • October 6, 5:00-9:00 PM: Opening/public reception (First Friday)
  • TBD: ARTIST RECEPTION & AWARDS
  • Exhibition dates: October 6-27, 2023 Gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (with any additional hours TBA).
  • Monday, October 30: Artists pick-up work between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with all works cleared from the Emporium by 5:00 PM.
  • No work is released before the end of the exhibition. Any artwork left beyond 45 days after the last day of the exhibition may become property of ACA.

NOTE: Artists are accountable for delivering and picking up their own artwork