The ambiguity of a sophisticated farm is the source of inspiration that led painters Brenda Behr and Robert Rigsby to capture Fearrington in a series of oil paintings. The artists share a studio in downtown Goldsboro, North Carolina. Problem is, they’re never there. They also share a love of plein air painting. Started in France by the group best known as the Impressionists, plein air is French for open air. In the mid-nineteenth century, new technology introduced a means by which paint could... Full Post >

Some days are just perfect. Beautiful weather. Birds singing. Bright blue skies. Who could pass up the chance for a walk along the Creekwood trails on a day like this? I lace up my sneakers, step out my back door, and set out for a walk through the woods. But wait! What's this? Sweet little birds hanging from a branch. No, not one of the robins or cardinals that seem to be everywhere this morning, but little crocheted tweets in a rainbow of colors. A few more steps down the trail and there is a... Full Post >

The Gallery is awash in Spring watercolors! Brenda Behr will have her works on display through May. Come by Tuesday, March 26th from 6-8 p.m. for a reception to welcome her work. Talk to the artist and stay for dinner at the Granary. Sounds like a great way to usher in the warmer weather! Brenda Behr’s plein air watercolors combine her eye for detail with a heart that captures the essence of her subject. She prefers painting from life or on location, but is equally comfortable painting... Full Post >

Get out your reusable tote bags, the Fearrington Farmers' Market returns on Tuesday, April 9th! Expect to see many of your favorite farmers and some new faces as well.  Buy vegetables, cut flowers, meats, preserves and even wood-fired pizza. The market takes place every Tuesday afternoon at 4pm, April thru November. Can't wait to see you there! Full Post >

Thanks to everyone who visited the Fearrington Folk Art Show last weekend! Despite the surprise dusting of snow and the cold (clearly nothing will deter a lover of folk art) the barn was filled to the rafters with people enjoying work created by 35 artists from all over the Southeast. There was all manner of funny, colorful, thought-provoking and just all around amazing art to be experienced in the barn. Now it’s time to start planning for the 2014 show! Mark your calendars for next year's... Full Post >

The Folk Art Show is only a two weeks away. As we eagerly (impatiently) await its arrival our minds turn to dots. Lots of them. Over the years, Sam the Dot Man has graced Fearrington with all manner of painted, dotted, art that welcomes visitors at the Belted Goat, at the Granary and for one weekend a year at the entrance to the Barn. Sam is a founding member of our show and I look forward to his return every winter. Rumor has it this might be his last show. I can’t imagine the show without... Full Post >