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HOUSE OF ARULU
Arulu is a multimedia visual artist based in Black Mountain, North Carolina. She specializes in the sculpting of clay and paper-mache masks inspired by her elaborate dreams and the spiritual dimension of the natural world. Arulu’s interest in making masks originates in her study of the ancient ceremonial use of masks worldwide for healing, protection, and communication with spirits and ancestors. Her watercolor paintings and ink drawings expand upon the same mythos as her sculptures and masks, often illustrating an evolving pantheon of therianthropic and hybrid creature-beings. Making art in this way is Arulu’s way of tending to relationships with an intensely animate world, paying homage to its infinite incarnations, and courting their wisdom. She performs with her masks locally around Asheville, NC, hosts renegade art exhibitions, teaches mask-making workshops, and offers ceremonial tattoo. Arulu has a BFA in Art & Design from the NYS College of Ceramics at Alfred University.
EXHIBITIONS AT FOLKLORE
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A story about nurturing light. Our holiday show this year is an accessible art show; meaning, in the spirit of gifting and spreading creative light across the land this holiday season, all works are priced under $1,000. We’re showcasing the brilliance of 12+ artists — individuals you’ll recognize from our roster, sharing small or experimental works, alongside some exciting new names. Creativity heals, art heals. The more we tend to our own creative spirit and stoke the creativity in others, the more warmth and joy will be felt far and wide. Featuring works by House of Arulu, Kristin Anchors, Elena Brower, Alysha Colangeli, Danielle Hutchens, Meg Jorgenson, PATIO, Manon Pierme, Emelie Richardson, Sean W. Spellman, and Briana Devoe White.
November 22, 2024 - January 6, 2025