Meet Our Artists

Pottery

Sheila and her husband moved to Rutherford County in 2022 . She truly loves the area, and loves both the community and people. Having done some pottery many years ago, she jumped into the classes held here at the Guild, learning a variety of techniques.

Photography

My art genre is primarily nature photography. I started taking pictures as a child and even learned to develop and print photos in a basement darkroom. I learned to actually use a camera after I retired. My photographs reflect my fascination with the often ephemeral interplay I see between light, color, line, and texture.

Photography & Pottery

I began my journey in photography as a teenager in the 1960s, learning to develop negatives and create prints the old-fashioned way in my own darkroom. Beyond the visual arts, music has been another lifelong passion. Today, I continue performing locally and regionally with my band, Ricky T and the Rockets, while pursuing my love of photography and the arts.

Mixed Media

Coming Soon

Pottery

Pam’s clay journey began in high school. She spent 30+ years in the corporate world, building training and performance support systems, but always managed to keep her hands in clay. Pottery became her therapy and her escape.

Pottery

In 2014, my husband and I bought an RV, spent eight years traveling across our beautiful country, before settling in North Carolina, where we built our home. I discovered pottery about ten years ago, which soon became a passion. Under the mentorship of my instructor, Amanda, I continue to grow as an artist.

Painter

For more than forty years Willard has created innovative informal learning environments and programs at major institutions. Earlier in his career he was an arts educator and practicing painter, teaching painting, drawing, and design.

Stained Glass

I began creating stained glass many years ago after my roommate invited me to join her for a class. The natural world is my greatest inspiration, motivating me to create pieces that capture the realism, color, and intricate details found in nature.

Painting & Stained Glass

Born and raised in Rutherford Co. Graduated East Rutherford High School and attended ICC. Always dreamed of being an artist but never got to take art lessons. I am a self taught stained glass artist.

Jewelry

Kalee Hanel is a jewelry designer known for her unique, handcrafted earrings that blend bold design with playful elegance. Inspired by everyday beauty and a love for detail, each piece reflects her passion for creating wearable art that sparks joy.

Multimedia

My name is Charlie King, and I am a multimedia artist from Greenville, South Carolina! I'm 26, and have been making art since I could hold a pencil. One of my greatest inspirations is my mother, who is a very talented artist in various media. I've been in Rutherford county for 7 years now and totally love North Carolina, it now inspires so much of my work

Photography & Abstract Painting

Lonnie Null is an artist who specializes in photography and abstract paintings. His photographs have been published in the prestigious “Best of Photographer’s Annual” 1997, 1999, and 2002 editions.

Pottery

Clay is my way of exploring connection—between people, nature, and the quiet rituals of everyday life. My work is rooted in beauty and storytelling, inviting the user to pause, reflect, and find delight in the ordinary moments that shape a day.

Wood

Growing up in the Adirondacks, I was surrounded by the rugged beauty of the mountains and the rustic lifestyle that shaped my love for natural materials. I began working with wood at a young age, learning to see character and possibility in every grain. I create one‑of‑a‑kind rustic wooden lamps that reflect the landscapes and traditions that have inspired me since childhood.