The Artists League of the Sandhills is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high quality art education to its members and community. Housed in a converted former train depot in historic downtown Aberdeen, NC, the League offers classes, workshops, studio spaces and a gallery in which its members may exhibit their art. Membership consists of artists working in various 2-dimensional media, who find in the League a supportive and enriching art community.

Artists League of the Sandhills
Gallery, Studios, Classes

Artist-Run Nonprofit Organization in Moore County

Our November Exhibit

Artists League of the Sandhills Annual Fall Exhibit and Sale Opening Reception and Weekend

Please join us on Friday, November 8, from 5:00-7:00 for the public opening reception of the Artists League’s 30th Annual Art Exhibit and Sale. This is our biggest event of the year!

The opening weekend continues on Saturday, November 9, from 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. Join us for cookies and punch and meet the artists as they paint in their studios throughout the weekend. The exhibit and sale will remain open through Friday, December 20th with gallery hours from noon to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

This is an ideal opportunity to acquire the perfect piece of art for personal enjoyment or as a gift for the approaching holiday season. With approximately 150 new works of art in the exhibit and over 300 pieces in the artists’ studios, you may choose from oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, alcohol inks, colored pencils, and mixed media in a variety of sizes and prices. This year our raffle will feature 2 amazing gift baskets that will include art painted by Betty Hendrix, gift cards from local businesses, wine, and many other lovely items. The value of each basket is over $900!!! The raffle will also include two additional paintings by Betty Hendrix and a framed Payne Stewart print ($500 value)…5 chances to win! Tickets are 3/$10.00 and are for sale from Artists League members or at the League. The raffle winners will be announced on Saturday, November 9, at 2:00 p.m. You need not be present to win.
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Mountain Stream
Lady Redwing by Betty Hendrix
Poinsettia by Betty Hendrix

Upcoming Classes 2024-2025 

Pricing: Full Member/Associate Member/Non-Member

Acryllic Pourting
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Workshops

Check back soon for the 2025 workshop schedule.
If a Workshop is "SOLD OUT", Call or Contact the Artists League office to be added to a waiting list.
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See How It's Done!

Learn How To Create Your Own Art!!!

Sunday, January 5, 2025

2:00 – 4:00

Instructors Class Demonstrations and Registration Event

Start the new year off by taking an inspiring art class or workshop. On Sunday, January 5, 2025, visit the League and watch our instructors as they demonstrate the various media they will teach; then, register for the classes that interest you. There will be preview demonstrations about classes in Drawing, Pastel, Colored Pencil, Oil, Watercolor, Gouache, Acrylic, Acrylic Pouring, Alcohol Ink, Fiber Art, Block Printing, Scratchboard, Silk Painting, Mixed Media, Encaustic Wax, and Collage. Learn something new or advance your current skills.
 
The exhibition of our instructors’ paintings will be hung in our gallery 
through January 31.
 
Join us for a fun afternoon, chat with instructors, and enjoy light refreshments.
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Mountains by Pam Griner 
Shelling by Courtney Herndon
Urban Harbor by Carol Gradwohl

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Gallery Hours

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Register for Classes and Workshops

Check out the art classes and workshops offered by the Artists League. Now is a great time to explore a new medium, brush up skills, and have a wonderful artistic time! Many classes are suitable for beginners.

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Stop in and visit our 34 studios and enjoy the opportunity to talk with artists at work. While you are here, stroll through the studio area and view the hundreds of paintings in all mediums. The Artists League has the largest selection of artwork in the Sandhills!!!

Look at the amazing art, make a purchase, or get inspired to take a class!

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What a great gift idea… give original art or classes!

Not comfortable choosing a class or a painting for someone else?

Purchase an ALS Gift Certificate!

Our art library is like nothing in the county! Hundreds of books with art information and instruction, which our members may check out.


This project is supported by the Arts Council of Moore County, and by the
North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources,