Portrait of Sutherland with a plant. “I’ve grown plants my whole life.” She came to Asheville in 1995 and fell in love with the character of the city. She loves the mountains and the spirit of the people.
Portrait of Eskew with a Christmas ornament, given to her by a dear friend. Christmas, she says, is when people are “at their best… Christmas should be every day.” She came to Asheville in 2008 for family, which she is happy to raise in such a…
Portrait of Eskew with a bouquet which represents memories of her first trip to Asheville, her family, and her home. She came to Asheville in 2007 to join family in an area “gentle and inspired by beautiful nature”.
Portrait of Forbes with a jade necklace, which represents “local art” she can wear. She came to Asheville in 2005 and enjoys the artistic potential and support systems.
Portrait of Palmer with her guitar, for “making music to the world,” which she hopes will bring joy to people’s lives. She was born in Asheville, a “great music town”.