If you have an eye for things of beauty and enjoy art at its finest, The Shops at Carousel Gardens will prove to be an eye feast for you. Not anywhere else will you find so many aesthetically pleasing pieces so easily accessible and available for purchase. Here you will find the work of 45 different artists and pieces ranging from captivating paintings to unique furnishings. All of this and unique eateries in a relaxing atmosphere. A few of the artists you will enjoy while here are:
Louise Bales: Louise’s family has lived in Gatlinburg for generations. She is a watercolor artist whose work depicts the beauty of nature in the Great Smoky Mountains. Among her works you will see hand-painted gourds, note cards, as well as wall décor.
Deborah Cain is an artist that uses interesting sources as a means for creating her work. She often combines music and art. She often uses pieces of old sheet music, organs, pianos as well as other things to create her beautiful and unique pieces. Some of her favorite works involve watercolor paintings on rice paper.
Lou A. D’Amico will be your artist of choice if you enjoy photography. She uses digital photography, standard film, and video to capture the local scenery.
Misty Mountain Soap is a shop where you can find the beauty of nature in skin products. Here you will find lotion bars, bath salts, natural insect repellant, healing balm, and many other natural products.
Paul Murray uses his pencile and paints to depict the lives of those that live in the hills and dales of the great Appalachian Mountains. His incredible talents capture a culture that has remained largely untouched by the passing of time. His works are truly unique and moving.
Bette Raymond uses natural substances to dye commercially and hand-spun yarn. Her beautifully dyed yarn will add a unique and intriguing touch to your next project.
You will find many many more artists represented in The Shops at Carousel Gardens. A few of the other products made by these amazing artists are pottery, watercolor marbling, handmade paper, weaving, slumped glass work, jewelry, furniture, clothing, and much much more. If you get hungry, enjoy your delicate treats while surrounded by artful beauty in the eateries you will find in the Carousel Gardens.