Goldsboro Studios
213 East Walnut Street Goldsboro, NC. Visit by appointment only.
Wayne County's Creative Collective
Take a peek behind the scenes of Wayne County's robust arts community. Hosting six local artists working across various mediums, our Goldsboro studio location is the hub where local creatives bring their visions to life. Visits by appointment only.
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Hannah Rivers | Studio 1
Hannah Rivers has a BFA from Clemson University. To further her craft and education, she studied styles and techniques of both classical and contemporary artworks across Italy.
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Hannah Rivers employs heavy line work on selected areas and saturated colors to infuse an illustrated feel into her art. She embraces realism to capture life's subtle details, such as nuanced light changes and transitions between colors. The juxtaposition of these two styles creates a dynamic that evokes a childlike wonder with an adult perspective. Working primarily with oil paints and chalk pastels, Hannah brings her unique artistic vision to life.
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Sarah Perkins | Studio 2
Over two decades, Sarah Perkins has passionately crafted clothing using natural fibers like cotton, linen, and wool, fueled by a deep appreciation for fabric's diverse textures, colors, and drapes. Her extensive experience in various fabric shops has honed her understanding of different cloth types, shaping a unique perspective visible in both artistic and utilitarian projects.
Beyond personal pursuits, Sarah extends her love for sewing to the public, providing custom sewing services and teaching at her Goldsboro studio. Sarah's Sewing not only offers professional sewing services but also features classes and private lessons covering slipcovers, mending, modifications, alterations, quilt making, and up-cycling. Operating Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, with occasional Saturdays and appointments available.
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Tracey Penrod | Studio 4
A professional artist and Wayne County native, Tracey Penrod transitioned from teaching to pursue art full-time in 2021. Specializing in contemporary art, Tracey paints to stir memories, capturing nostalgia with landscapes, figurative forms, and everyday subjects. She also crafts "Artsy earrings" using her hand-painted papers.
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Exhibiting in galleries, juried shows, and public settings, Tracey offers creative opportunities at women's retreats and for small groups. While maintaining a studio in Kinston, NC, she's excited to be back in Goldsboro. Tracey utilizes expressionism and representational art to captured moments, intriguing places, and intimate connections with paint and collage. She explores matters of the heart through expressive, one-of-a-kind creations inspired by truth, beauty, and the potential for redemption.
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Anna Hinson | Studio 3
Anna Hinson, a native of the small military town of Goldsboro, NC, initially vowed never to return after graduating high school. However, upon earning an Art Education degree from East Carolina University, Anna recognized the significance of fostering the arts in Goldsboro. Consequently, she dedicated herself to steering the community toward a thriving arts scene in Wayne County.
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Anna wears multiple hats—former high school art teacher, muralist, community advocator—but at her core, she remains an artist. Her expertise in creating one-of-a-kind paintings tailored to individual journeys, coupled with exemplary business practices, has propelled her live painting venture, Amarie Designs, to be the most rewarding choice in Wayne County.
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Alyssa Penrod | Studio 4
Creating art has always been something I've been drawn to (pun intended) over and over again throughout my life. Inspired by nature and fantasy, I love to create whimsical art pieces. I don't find myself bound to one medium over the other, whether those pieces are tiny wearable art or more illustrative pieces.
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Emily Figueras | Studio 5
Emily Figueras, a full-time artist in Eastern North Carolina, engages in wheel-thrown pottery, printmaking, stained glass, and more. In 2020, after being laid off during the pandemic, Emily established her small business, Fragments and Fig.
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Her aim is to craft usable, everyday beautiful items that bring joy to people's lives while paying homage to the nostalgia of growing up in North Carolina. Her creations can be found at the North Carolina Museum of Art, The Village Craftsman in Ocracoke NC, Wilson Arts, and the Arts Council of Wayne County. To visit her studio, appointments can be scheduled or during ACWC open studio events.
Explore Our Spaces
Step into our art-centric environment and explore the various spaces designed to inspire and facilitate artistic expression. From galleries to studios, there's a place for every creative endeavor.
Borden Family Art Market
Our gallery is a space for exhibitions, programming, events, workshops, and classes. Fully accessible, lit by natural light, and monitored by Arts Council staff throughout the week during open hours, and our events and programs.
The Vault
Our vault is not just a hidden gem; it's the perfect and unique space to capture timeless photos. With its intriguing history and architectural allure, the vault offers an unparalleled backdrop that adds depth and character to every shot.
The Gallery
Our gallery is a space for exhibitions, programming, events, workshops, and classes. Fully accessible, lit by natural light, and monitored by Arts Council staff throughout the week during open hours, and our events and programs.
Lou Ann Bryan Smith Youth Gallery
Goldsboro Studios
The Goldsboro Art Studies is home to 6 unique artists who call Wayne County, NC home. The studios are available for viewing through appointment or during First Fridays, hosted by the Arts Council of Wayne County every month.
Our gallery is a space for exhibitions, programming, events, workshops, and classes. Fully accessible, lit by natural light, and monitored by Arts Council staff throughout the week during open hours, and our events and programs.