The Cape Fear Studios is presenting their Annual Holiday Member’s show. The exhibit opened Nov. 22 and will be held until Jan. 7, 2025. Cape Fear Studios is located at 148 Maxwell Street, Fayetteville. They are open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. General admission to the public is free.
The exhibit features two- and three-dimensional art pieces of Cape Fear Studio members. The artists representing two-dimensional art (drawing painting, and photography) are Ray Im, Stanley Greaves, Sara Jane Lee, Sandie McFarlane, Rose Kennedy, Karen Moore, Gene Davis, Helen Zumbahlen, Steve Opet, Angela Stout, Edwina Clark and Annette Szcezktek. The Cape Fear members highlighting three-dimensional art (sculptures, statutes, carvings) are Ray Im, Stanley Greaves, Jaylene Nordgren, Guy Jencks, Curtis Barnes, Jill Dieffenbach, Pandy Autry and Nancy Edge.
According to Damian Skinner, “Jewelry is one of our oldest forms of creativity. It has a rich world of objects, types, materials, and relationship to the wearer.” The artists displaying jewelry in this exhibit are Larkin Pfeffer, Linda Sue Barnes and Gail Ferguson. Stan Simmons and Robert Helsel are displaying clay pieces.
Jill Dieffenbach shares her passion about membership in Cape Fear Studios.
“I began my journey as a potter 42 years ago in Fayetteville. I took pottery lessons through Fayetteville Park and Recreation programs and Fayetteville Technical Community College. I taught pottery at Fayetteville Technical College for 15 years in the Continuing Education Program. I have enjoyed being an active member of Cape Fear Studios for over 31 years. I take immense pride in helping Cape Fear Studios a beautiful place to view and experience art in our community,” she said.
The original artworks in the holiday exhibit are available for purchase and make great Christmas presents.
According to Adrian Reynolds, “Art is a gift that lasts a lifetime. When you purchase original art, you are purchasing a timeless piece of beauty that brings joy for years to come. The purchase of original art allows a glimpse of the artist mind and soul.”
Sarah Lyons, Psychology Art, and Connection states, “Art pieces in our living space create a sense of presence and connection, not only to ourselves but also the artist. Art can contribute to physical healing.”
Pandry Autry, Board Chairperson, Cape Fear Studios, shares, “Our members have been making new artwork for holiday shopping. We have a delightful selection of new pottery, paintings, small woodworks, and lots of ornaments. We also have a broad selection of pottery from last month’s exhibitors Stan Simmons and Robert Helsel. The gentlemen have been kind enough to display some of their artwork. Give the gift of art this holiday season.”
May the Spirit of the Holidays be with you throughout the New Year. For more information contact Cape Fear Studios at 910-433-2986.

(Photo by Lena Simmons)