ARTS Wake Forest

04/25/2026

Join ARTS Wake Forest this Sunday, April 26, as we kick off our 2026 Six Sundays in Spring concert series with Beatlesque – A Tribute to The Beatles! https://beatlesque.us/meet-beatlesque

Sunday, April 26
5:30–7:30 PM
Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater, 701 Harris Road

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and friends for a relaxing evening filled with the timeless music of The Beatles. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a spring evening in Wake Forest!

This concert is FREE and open to the public. Donations are appreciated and help keep this 30+ year tradition going strong.

Stop by the ARTS Wake Forest booth to say hello—we’d love to see you!

12/12/2025

Holiday Studio Tour Is Almost Here!

We’re just one day away from the return of the Wake Forest Guild of Artists’ Studio Tour.

Saturday, December 13
10 AM – 3 PM
https://www.facebook.com/events/25425014707135396

Six studio locations. Thirteen amazing artists. Pottery, paintings, woodwork, sculpture, cards, gifts, and more. Join us for a relaxed day of creativity, demonstrations, and holiday shopping.

Check the tour map and artist list: https://www.wakeforestguild.org/2025-holiday-studio-tour

Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Saturday December 13, 10am - 3pm 6 Locations, 13 Artists Check out the DEMOS at the following locations: 25 Arrow Point, Youngsville Victoria Smith Jody Smith Maureen Seltzer Gary Taber 1325 Barnford Mill Rd, WF Jennifer Sherman 317 E Roosevelt Ave, WF Allie Wilmoth Christy Colebank Wiley

12/11/2025

The Artist Studio Tour Returns on December 13!

Great news, art lovers! Many of you may remember the Wake Forest Guild of Artists’ beloved Artist Studio Tour, last held in 2012. After a long hiatus, we are thrilled to announce that the tour is officially back!

Saturday, December 13
10 AM – 3 PM
https://www.facebook.com/events/25425014707135396

This year’s Holiday Studio Tour will highlight six studio locations — five in Wake Forest and one in Youngsville — and will feature 13 talented Guild artists.

Come meet the artists, watch live demonstrations, and explore beautiful artwork for sale, including: Pottery, Woodwork, Sculpture, Paintings, Cards, prints & more. It’s the perfect opportunity to support local artists and find unique holiday gifts!

See the map and full list of participating artists here: https://www.wakeforestguild.org/2025-holiday-studio-tour

Help us spread the word — share this post and invite your friends!

Saturday December 13, 10am - 3pm 6 Locations, 13 Artists Check out the DEMOS at the following locations: 25 Arrow Point, Youngsville Victoria Smith Jody Smith Maureen Seltzer Gary Taber 1325 Barnford Mill Rd, WF Jennifer Sherman 317 E Roosevelt Ave, WF Allie Wilmoth Christy Colebank Wiley

12/05/2025

Artist Spotlight

Meet Victoria Lowry of Victoria Lowry Art, a North Carolina native whose acrylic paintings explore color, light, and emotion. Known for her dramatic pet portraits and original artwork, Victoria blends bold brushwork with chiaroscuro to create striking compositions full of contrast and life.

Victoria also loves connecting with her community through live event painting and workshops, sharing her passion for art while inspiring others to explore their creativity.

See her work at the Holiday Artisans Market on December 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.
Learn more: http://www.victorialowryart.com

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Victoria Lowry Art
Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/05/2025

Artist Spotlight: Victoria Smith Pottery

Meet Victoria Smith of Victoria Smith Pottery, where pottery and woodwork come together to create beautiful, functional decor. Each handcrafted piece blends artistry with everyday use, reflecting careful design and expert craftsmanship.

See Victoria’s work at the Holiday Artisans Market on December 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/05/2025

Artist Spotlight: The Daisy Butterfly

Meet Tiffany Lingg of Daisy Butterfly, who creates whimsical jewelry, figurines, and art from polymer clay. Each piece is sculpted and detailed by hand, inspired by flowers, seasons, and the small wonders of nature. Lightweight, colorful, and one-of-a-kind, her work brings a touch of joy to everyday life.

See Tiffany at the Holiday Artisans Market on December 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.

Learn more: https://thedaisybutterfly.com

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

The Daisy Butterfly
Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/04/2025

Artist Spotlight: frickeryfrackerypottery

Meet Tracy Levy of frickeryfrackerypottery, a ceramic artist who brings creativity to life through carved surfaces, hand-drawn designs, and watercolor-style underglaze painting.

Tracy creates one-of-a-kind mugs, bells, bowls, lidded containers, sculptures, and many other handmade pieces—each crafted with care on the wheel or in slab form. See her work at the Holiday Artisans Market on December 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Frickery Frackery Pottery
Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/04/2025

Artist Spotlight: Suijin Li Designer

Meet Suijin Li, a jewelry designer whose work blends architectural shapes with classic, intricate lines. Her pieces are modern, elegant, and handcrafted from sterling silver, semi-precious stones, wood, leather, and more.

Explore Suijin Li’s contemporary jewelry and household art at the Holiday Artisans Market on December 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.

Learn more: http://www.suijinli.com

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Suijin Li Designer
Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/04/2025

Artist Spotlight: Rose Welty Art Studio

Meet Rose Welty, a longtime member of the art community who creates digital watercolor art by hand using a stylus—mixing watercolor, collage, and woodcut-style detail. Her work is full of color, rhythm, and emotion.

At the Holiday Artisans Market, Rose will offer mounted and unmounted prints, as well as handmade journals and pocket art books. See her on Dec 6, 10am–4pm at Centennial Plaza.

Learn more: http://www.rosewelty.com

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Rose Welty Art Studio
Wake Forest Guild of Artists

12/01/2025

Artist Spotlight: Steve Karloski Sculpture
We’re excited to welcome Steve Karloski, a ceramic artist whose hand-built pottery combines sculptural detail with functional charm. Using slab construction and hand-carving techniques, Steve creates vases, bowls, mugs, platters, and expressive animal and face sculptures — all crafted and fired in his home studio.

Each of Steve’s pieces reflects his signature plant and animal themes and is made from start to finish without the help of assistants. Explore more of Steve’s work: www.stevekarloski.com

Don’t miss the chance to see his beautifully detailed work at this year’s Holiday Artisans Market!

Holiday Artisans Market
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am – 4 pm
Wake Forest Town Hall Plaza, 301 Brooks St
Presented by ARTS Wake Forest & the Wake Forest Guild of Artists

Wake Forest Guild of Artists