DOWNTOWN ART ASSOCIATION 

Announcments:

Click Here to Read the Article About the Art Association Published In the Democrat Gazette

Opening July 11, Raven's Nest Fiber Arts Store and Black River Homestead Co.

New: View Photos of Handmade Art Association Items

*Welcome to the newest members of the Downtown Art Association:  Sturdy Outdoor Furniture Company Inc., Raven's Nest Fiber Arts, Ava's Alpacas, Black River Homestead Company, and Icing on the Cake

*The Downtown Art Association Would Like To Welcome the newest addition to the square:  The Green Tomato restaurant! (870) 248-9010

 *The New Wool Mill is now OPEN!  Please visit them at www.smallfarmfibers.com

     Current Members: 

• Artsy Angels Art Studio and Gallery  (870) 248-0551     118 N. Bettis St.  Suite A, Pocahontas, AR   Professional Art Lessons Available for Anyone Ages 10 and Up  Call Jann Campbell-Delk for more information.  She  is a well known, award winning professional artist and instructor.  Artsy Angels has a wide selection of original paintings and other works of art for sale.  Commissioned work is also available such as  portraits, pet portraits,  etc...  Classes are available in watercolor, pastel, acrylic and drawing.  Classes are limited to 5 students to ensure personal, professional, one-on-one quality instruction.  Rates and times are available at their shop.  Those that sign up for Art Lessons will be able to participate in upcoming Art Shows and other events at no cost...Call them now or drop by and see them on the Old Courthouse Square in Pocahontas Now located next door to The Green Tomato.  Artsy Angels is open Mon-Sat 9-5     web address: www.artsyangels.net  email:  jcdelk@artsyangelsgallery.com
• Ava's Alpacas    (870) 892-8143  6333 Hwy 90 West, Pocahontas     Framed Fine Art Prints and Handwoven Alpaca Art by Becky Baker.  Becky creates one of a kind art out of   yarn she creates from the fiber of her Alpacas.  She spins her fiber into yarn on a spinning wheel, hand dyes it, then creates woven art on a loom.  In addition to her art, she also has  a marketing and advertising business, Marketing @ the Bend, and sells raw fiber, roving, and yarns as well.  Her work can be seen at Black River Beads & Pottery in  Downtown Pocahontas.  web address:  www.avasalpacas.com email:  market@centurytel.net 
• Black River Beads and Pottery (870) 248-0450   213 E. Broadway, Pocahontas, AR   Mandi and Jamie Tinker sell their one of a kind lampwork beads internationally.  They have a shop here in Pocahontas where you can buy their jewelry,beads,hand made pottery and more.  Their store has a wide selection of reasonably priced gifts for birthdays, weddings, anniveraries etc... Call them if your group would like a free demonstration.  Black River Beads & Pottery is located on the Historic Courthouse Square in Pocahontas, AR.  It is located in the old City Hall complete with the city jail which they have converted into their pottery studios.  Thanks to collaboration with one jewelry designer, their beads are worn by news anchors on CNN Domestic, Headline and International News, as well as Phyllis Diller, and Kate Linder from The Young and the Restless and many others.   Sun-Fri. from 9-5 (Most Fridays they close at 4 in the winter months) web address: www.blackriverbeads.com  email: blackriver.beads@yahoo.com

• Black River Homestead Companycoming soon to the Square!

 Featuring local handmade goods, quilts, art, cedar furniture, candles, lotions, and soaps, jams and jellies, decorative items and more, look for them  to open around July 4!

• Camera Corner Studio     (870) 892-3894      200 E. Everett  St.   Pocahontas, AR   Camera Corner Studios has been in operation since 1960.  James has been in Photography for over 50 years.  James and Cindy  specialize in cutting edge digital photography.  They do  Senior portraits, children, families, groups, copies of old photos, passports, bridal portraits, commercial, model portfolios, and restoration of old damaged photos.  Ask about their Kid's Club!  With the Kid's Club, you get 4 sessions at one low price for 3mo. 6mo. 9mo. and 1 year baby portraits.  It is also available for older children.  CHECK OUT THE KIDS CLUB FOR HIGH QUALITY CHILDREN'S PORTRAITS! Cindy and James can pretty much do anything related to photography!  No weddings though...  Call 870 892-3894 for more information or for an appointment.   web address: www.cameracornerstudios.net  Mon-Wed from 9-5   Open Thurs., Fri. and Sun. by appointment.  Closed Saturdays. 
  

• The Green Tomato(870) 248-9010    On The Square  Pocahontas, AR Featuring Local Art and Handmade Goods as well as great food.  The Green Tomato has several menu items named for the five rivers in the area such as the Black River Walnut Coffee Cake and Current Salad; Green Tomato Pie; breakfast Monday-Friday; daily specials. Non-Smoking Environment. 
• Small Farm Fibers   (870) 277-4424  106 W. Everett St.  Pocahontas, AR      We process raw wool into fiber for spinners and felt makers, and into yarn for knitters, crocheters, weavers, and other textile crafters.  Our local farm grows ultra-soft, 20-micron fine wool and luxurious mohair that is transformed into the luxury yarns we keep in stock.  We are small and flexible enough to do very custom projects, and at the same time produce a line of yarns that we will stock permanently--well past the time you need that little extra yarn to finish your project.  If you grow your own fiber or need yarn or fiber for a one-of-a-kind project, ask about our custom processing.  For More Information Click Here. Web Address:  www.smallfarmfibers.com email  contact@smallfarmfibers.com

• Cathy Burge Fine Art  (870) 892-4572  343  Amy Rd.  Pocahontas, AR              Cathy has a beautiful website that shows samples of her paintings.   She is not located in the downtown area anymore, but she is a well established part of the Pocahontas Artistic community, and is a Charter Member of the Downtown Art Association.  Here is her email, should you want to contact her.  She also does commissioned work such as pets, murals, portraits. web address:  www.cathyburge.com email cathy-art@cox-internet.com

• Sandy Robinson  Work available through the Artists Colony at Black River Beads.  Handmade Note Cards specializing in nature scenes & scenes of Pocahontas. Sandy also creates on of a kind Leaf Paintings, as well as House and Pet Portraits from your photograph.  For information on custom work email Sandy at magwaj1@suddenlink.net 
• Jewelry by Nancy Reddick   (site  under construction)  One of a kind, designer jewelry.  Her designs are created with semi-precious stones, sterling silver, fresh water pearls, swarovski crystals and lampwork beads.  Her designs can be purchased at Black River Beads and Pottery.   Black River Beads and Pottery  
• Opera House Jewelry   (870) 892-5026   207 W. Pyburn St. Pocahontas, AR     Gary King creates beautiful custom pieces of jewelry.  He does jewelry repair, custom design and more.  He operates Opera House Jewelry and he is glad to welcome you to come by and look at his work.  Shop locally especially with such talented people as Gary available to do custom jewelry work.  He offers diamonds and  a wide selection of jewelry.  Click Here For More Information
• Nancy Robert  Work available through the Artists Colony at Black River Beads.  Handpainted Glassware, Leaf Paintings, & Handmade Decorative Items. Custom Handpainted wedding glassware available at Merle Norman & other items available at the Randolph County Heritage Museum. 
• Bootsie Barre'  Work available through Artsy Angels & The Randolph County Heritage Museum Gift Shop.  Specializing in Landscapes and Florals.  Oil on Canvas. 
• Jean Pearcy  Work available through the Artists Colony at Black River Beads.  Original Framed Oil Paintings. 
• Sue & Joey Self  Creek View Crafts Work available through the Artists Colony at Black River Beads & The Green Tomato.  Handwoven items including Dishtowels, Rugs, Scarves, Household Items. Sue also has an Ashford dealership, & sells spinning wheels and other  studio equipment.  Studio Hours by appointment. Email: crkcraft@yahoo.com
• The Artists Colonylocated at Black River Beads.  The Artists Colony features artwork and craft by many local artists.  Available items include Weaving, Glass Painting, Jewelry, Watercolor Paintings, Fine Art Photography, Art Prints, Lampwork Beads, Pottery, Oil Paintings, Historical Photographs, Marbles, Hand Made Soy Candles, Bath and Beauty Products, Transfer Marble Coasters, Leaf Paintings, Handmade Note Cards Ect... for more information visit www.blackriverbeads.com or www.theartistscolony.net
  
• Icing on the Cake  120 N. Bettis St. Historic Downtown Pocahontas