New Appalachian Center For Craft Program Manager

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Join host Andrea Kruszka as she sits down with painter, sculptor, and the new Program Manager for the Appalachian Center For Craft, Ashley Lusiettot. They discuss her background coming from Wisconsin, her preferred mediums of painting and sculpting, as well as her style of art, as well as the upcoming 25th anniversary of the Celebration of Craft event on Saturday, April 1st.

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12 Mar 2023 English United States Arts · Society & Culture

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