VISUAL IMPACT
Ashten McKinney is a multi-disciplined artist and independent curator whose work instills a wide array of emotion through both subject matter and the combined language of painting, collage, and assemblage. Their work consists of bright colors and energetic movement — most often relaying a message of diversity, equality, peace, and self-appreciation, while always reinforcing the philosophy that it’s never too late to change direction when the past no longer serves our current lives. In her series......
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The foundation and glue to our continued efforts in the various exhibitions, projects, school scholarship opportunities, and artist development/ LGBTQIA+ support services are largely held together by donations from our artists, collectors, and members of the communites to whom we serve.
Your support ensures Western North Carolina continues to have an accepting gallery space committed to inspire creativity and mindful awareness in both social and political challenges, while representing young and established creatives alike - who through showcasing their talents are provided a platform where their voices can be heard.