Gatlinburg – Arrowmont’s 2010 Artists-in-Residence work is being celebrated with a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. May 1 in the Sandra J. Blain Galleries.
     This event is open to the public and concludes the exhibition. The exhibition includes 87 original works, most for sale, by Victoria Altepeter, Thaddeus Erdahl, Martina Lantin, and Kent Perdue who have been living and creating at Arrowmont during the past 10 months as a part of the Artist-in-Residence Program.
     "The Resident Artist Program is now nineteen years old and represents the very best in emerging artists.  In the visual arts arena, that’s a hot statement. The current exhibition features a creative display of functional and sculptural clay, metals, and constructed wood. This is an amazing program that allows us to present these talented artists to the public through their artistic endeavors.  It’s a great show." says Karen Green, Arrowmont Gallery Coordinator.
     The Artist-in-Residence program is designed to provide early career, self-directed artists time and space to develop a major body of work in a creative community environment of students and visiting instructors.
     Each resident is provided their own studio space in the Resident Studios Complex, which is within walking distance from their living quarters on campus. Residents supply their own equipment, but are otherwise afforded a private and spacious studio in which to work for 11 months.    
     Victoria Altepeter is a metalsmith and focuses on using traditional techniques to create wearable art, sculptural pieces and installation.
     Thaddeus Erdahl’s most recent body of work reflects notions concerning the pathways of our internal and external communications, and how we sacrifice honesty for politeness.  
    Martina Lantin developed her throwing skills through apprenticeships and production potting in both Europe and the United States.  While at Arrowmont, Martina has been teaching an introductory ceramics course at Walters State Community College.
     Kent Perdue transitioned directly from the University setting into the Arrowmont Artist-in-Residence program.  Kent uses architectural elements combined with forms of transportation to convey a feeling of departure while still having strong ties to his background and learning along the way.
     The AIR program is in its 19th year and continues to grow and evolve. In addition to creating work in their individual studios, residents are required to work for Arrowmont 8 hours a week in various capacities including gallery installations, community outreach programs and assisting workshop instructors.   

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