Founded in 1991, Blue Spiral 1 presents the works of Southeastern artists and object makers in an ele gant and spacious surroundings.
15,500-square-foot gallery spans three floors connected by an open stairway.
Blue Spiral 1 presents thirty annual exhibitions of sculpture and paintings, objects and photography. They are either discipline based or developed around fascinating themes. Blue Spiral 1's upper level features a diverse collection of works by over 100 regularly represented artists.
This premier gallery is also home to the Estate of Will Henry Stevens (1881-1949), an early 20th century modernist. Stevens' oil paintings and pastel drawings are included in major museum collections and significant private collections throughout the United States.
Located at 38 Biltmore Avenue, in the heart of downtown Asheville, the gallery is open 10 am to 6 pm, Mon – Sat and Sundays 12 to 5pm (April - October).
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John Cram has pursued his dream through the creation of three distinctive galleries: Blue Spiral 1 represents fine art; New Morning Gallery is an "Art for Living" craft gallery recently expanded to over 13,000 square feet; and Bellagio, an art to wear gallery. Continuing his love of the visual arts, he renovated and opened the Fine Arts Theatre in 1997. The theatre features art and independent films.
Making your next visit downtown even more exciting, John Cram and Matt Chambers have opened a second art-to-wear,clothing store in Asheville, Bellagio Everyday, next to Blue Spiral 1. In a stunning space created, by the local architect Jim Samsel. You will find great design at affordable pricing...a definite visual treat. John Cram
