Betty Johnson and Max Johnson

Betty Johnson and Max Johnson

Baskets

Brasstown Carvers

Couples

John C. Campbell Folk School

Wood-carvers

Wood-carving

Brasstown Carver Betty Johnson (1933-2017) did not begin carving until later in her life, but she grew up watching the work of Nolan Beaver and other Brasstown Carvers. Her pastor, Rev. Hoyt Brown (also a Brasstown Carver), gave Betty her first block to carve. She and her husband Max Johnson (1933-1995) quickly became prolific carvers, often signing their pieces "JJ" for "Johnson & Johnson." Original material held by the Southern Highland Craft Guild.

Kahn, Werner

Brasstown Carvers Pamphlet Photos

1990

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Brasstown (N.C.)

Craft Revival