Participant Spotlight: Harvest Records

Harvest Records opened its doors on August 14, 2004. It is owned and operated by Matt Schnable and Mark Capon, two young bucks who probably know less about music than many of you think. But that's ok; because of this, they won't scoff at or judge your musical tastes. We're all in this together right? Mark and Matt opened Harvest hoping to make a positive impact on the music, art and intellectual communities of the West Asheville neighborhood, the city of Asheville, Western North Carolina, and beyond.

At Harvest Records you can find a widespread collection of new and used CDs and vinyl, as well as DVDs, magazines, books, visual art and more. And while you're here you can even take a nap on the couch. In addition to carrying such items, Harvest Records is taking a shot at show promotion, bringing regional, national and even international acts to perform in Asheville. We use local venues and art spaces such as The Wedge, The Grey Eagle, and even the store itself. Harvest Records has already brought the likes of the Microphones, Mirah, Tara Jane O'Neil, Mountain Goats, Orthrelm, Little Wings, Growing, Mono, Kayo Dot and more, hopefully continuing doing what we love.

Please stop in and say hello anytime. Or call or write. We'll be here - Mark Capon & Matt Schnable.

Participant Spotlight: Steebo Design

Steebo Design is the one-of-a-kind metal reincarnations created by Stefan Bonitz. Stefan has worked primarily in steel since 1995. Various techniques are used to create the sculptures. Some are found object assemblages. Some use traditional forge methods. Some are actually carved out of steel. Many incorporate combinations of these in the process, but nothing is cast and no two works are alike.

new work: Mr. Wind

Artist Statement:
Stefan was born on Long Island, NY in 1969. Shortly thereafter, he moved to Greenville, SC and then to Asheville, NC at the age of five.

Crediting his mother for his artistic visions, Stefan began showing interest in creative projects as early as kindergarten and first grade. The big leap into an art career didn't happen until he was inspired by Howard Munson of The San Francisco Art Institute, who recognized Stefan's talent. With the help of Munson's coaching and rekindling of artistic attention, Stefan proceeded to co-create a retail outlet in Asheville, showcasing over 200 artists including his own works.

His media of that period, 1989-1995, included works of fabric, leather, airbrushing, acrylic painting, graphic design, and mixed media assemblages. The need to attach metal objects led to welding classes at Asheville-Bumcombe Technical College, followed by apprenticeships with several metal artists including Reed Todd of Asheville.

Metal became the primary focus of Stefan's work as "Steebo Design" in July of 1995. The main emphasis is on functional art, lighting, furniture, and garden sculpture, with a style ranging from folk art to high design.

Working almost solely in recycled found objects, Stefan's work continues to evolve and improve daily as the list of collectors also grows.

East West Art Walk: Event Map

Click to enlarge - our event is conveniently located in West Asheville along Haywood Road between 355 - 520 Haywood, and including Domino Lane which is just off Westwood Place. There's plenty of parking along Haywood and in adjoining parking lots, and all event locations are an easy walk from each other.

Participant Spotlight: Krug Creative

Krug Creative, located at 428-A Haywood Road, is a graphic design and communications firm offering a full range of design and marketing services including logo and branding, print collateral, and website design. The company’s clients include entrepreneurs and small businesses spanning a broad range of industries, with specialties in Fashion, Beauty, and Hospitality. Please visit our website to learn more: www.krugcreative.com.

Krug Creative’s space will also house a gallery that will exhibit work by local and north carolina artists. The current exhibit features a collection of fine art photography by Chapel Hill artist Ellen Faircloth McCall. The collection is titled "In Transit" and offers in the artist’s words "…a meditation on a desire for simplicity and permanence in the hurried pace of contemporary society." The images in the collection were taken using a 1960s medium format Diana camera. For more information on the exhibit, please visit www.krugcreative.com/gallery.