Bucket Hats - Summer Fun

The hottest craze of bucket hats has come to Majik Studios!

Learn a quick bit of marbling history this summer while having fun creating a wearable bucket hat!

Practice on 2 sheets of paper before going to a bigger tray to create your bucket hat.

Marbling-floating paint-produces on of a kind designs.

This is for ages 7-97.

Fridays, Saturdays

Selected days in

June, July, August

11 am-12 noon

Go find your date!

Meet Pam

Who is Pam?

Why am I so passionate about marbling??

First off, I am a retired elementary art teacher with 30 years of teaching experience. Add to that experience, other location specific instructing all age of adults in multiple media.

Read on to learn more about me..

Pam Granger Gale

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My family and I have hiked this area of Pisgah National Forest many times, especially when we first moved here with Ashby. Cove Creek and Caney Bottom Creek form drainage basins below Lanning Ridge and Seniard Ridge, respectively. These creeks and their tributaries join together and become part of the Davidson River, whose downhill journey takes it to the French Broad River and eventually the mighty Mississippi.

#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling
#TopoMapArt

Tapoco is located on the banks of the Cheoah River, which has carved steep banks among the mountainous terrain of this wild area. A lush, mature forest lives on the steep terrain. Yet, man-made features along the waterways created the landscapes of lakes by the dams.

#ContemporaryCraft
#LoveWhereYouLive
#ExploreAsheville
#MountainHomeFineArt
#ContemporaryFineArt

I find it fascinating to look at topographic maps, affectionately called topo maps, to plot a hiking course trail. So, I imagined that Siler’s Bald must be high up, but I was proven wrong. When looking at the elevation of the trail, The Appalachian Trail (AT) is approximately 1000 feet higher than the bald.

#BlueRidgeMountains
#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling

Marbling these topographical maps has been delicate work, given the delicate nature of vintage material. What an honor it has been to enhance this historical documentation of our beautiful mountains.

#vintagepaper
#historicaldocumentation
#TopoMapArt
#ContemporaryCraft
#LoveWhereYouLive

“CALDERWOOD” (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

In 2004, three buildings – the dam’s service building, the Quonset hut theater, and the school were added to the National Historic Register.

As you hike in our beautiful mountains, take time to reflect, research, and discover the history of the area you are present in. History is a connection to our past and how our forefathers took care of or abused the land. Which will you be known for – caring or destroying?
#BlueRidgeMountains
#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling

It would be wonderful to see you at the opening night for this show!
Come celebrate the harmony of art and nature:
SATURDAY, JUNE 13th, 4-6pm.
• Pink Dog Gallery
• 348 Depot St
• River Arts District
• Asheville, NC

#marblingartexhibition
#réception
#meettheartist2026
#TopoMapArt
#ContemporaryCraft

“THUNDERHEAD MOUNTAIN” (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

Digging into the history of the song, ”Good Ole Rocky Top,” I learned Felice and Beaureaux Bryant wrote the American country and bluegrass song “Old Rocky Top” in 1967 and it was recorded later that year by the Osborne Brothers. The Bryant’s wrote this popular song in record time --15 minutes. Many other artists also recorded the song, bringing fame to the lyrics and rhythmic musical beat. The song is about a city dweller’s cry about the loss of a freer and simpler life. The Osbornes’ recording reached 33 on the US Country charts and Lynn Anderson’s version made it to number 17.

Hike to the top for a spectacular 360 degree view of the Great Smokies, all the while humming, “Good Ole Rocky Top!”

#countrymusic
#WNCart
#BlueRidgeMountains
#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration

“WEAR COVE” 27” x 22”, marbling on vintage topo map

Please join me Saturday, June 13th, 4-6pm for the opening of this show! “The Mountains are Calling and I Must Color Them” Pink Dog Gallery, 348 Depot St, Asheville

#marblingartexhibition
#MountainHomeFineArt
#ContemporaryFineArt
#TopoMapArt
#meettheartist2026

Looking forward to seeing you soon.

#majikalmarblingreveal #themountainsarecalling #localstudio #exhibit #vintagemaps

“BLOCKHOUSE”, (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

Historically and geographically, the Blockhouse was the starting point of the Old Federal Road, connecting Knoxville, TN with Cherokee settlements in Georgia. Unicoi Turnpike also started here as a trading footpath connecting North Carolina with north Georgia.

The Tellico Blockhouse ruins are located at the intersection of Nine Mile Creek and Little Tennessee River, which is now the Tellico Lake.

#MountainHomeFineArt
#ContemporaryFineArt
#Appalachianhistory
#Cherokeehistory
#lovewhereyoulive❤️

“WHITE OAKS” (detail) marbling on vintage topo map

Whiteoak Flats is the original name of Gatlinburg because of, can you guess?, the abundance of white oak trees. The renaming of the town in the 1850’s came about with the modern convenience of a local post office and a controversial settler, Radford C. Gatlin, who also is recognized as the first tourist to the area after five years of living there.

The cemetery is the main claim to fame now with a number of unique 250-year-old historic graves of the original settlers to the region.

#gatlinburg
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling
#TopoMapArt
#ContemporaryCraft

“SILER’S BALD” (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

Please join me Saturday, June 13th, 4-6 pm for the opening of this show!
“The Mountains are Calling and I Must Color Them”
Pink Dog Gallery,
348 Depot St,
Asheville

#AshevilleNC
#RiverArtsDistrict
#AshevilleArtist
#MountainHomeFineArt
#ContemporaryFineArt

“THUNDERHEAD MOUNTAIN” (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

Cue the Tennessee state song-”Good Ole Rocky Top,” because this is the mountain that inspired the song!

Standing tall at 5,527 feet, Rocky Top consists of 3 peaks along the ridge with this one being the tallest. The name, Thunderhead, emerged in the 19th Century after numerous early hikers noticed the other peaks were clear while the tall Rocky Top was beset by “thunderin’ and lightnin’ ”.

#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling
#TopoMapArt

#localstudio #vintagemaps #TopoMapArt #ContemporaryCraft #AppalachianArt

“BRYSON CITY” (detail), marbling on vintage topo map

Kituwa or Kituwah Village has the historical presence of being the center of the village. An ‘eternal flame’ was kept burning by tribal keepers of medicine in Council Houses as acknowledgement of the Creator and life of the town atop the 15-20 foot mound. Today, the mound stands 6 feet high, reduced in height by years of farming when the mound was not under Cherokee management, 1820 - 1996.’

#Appalachianhistory
#Cherokeehistory
#AshevilleArtist
#AVLart
#WNCart

These marbled topo maps enhance a contemplative space, reminding me of the many beautiful hikes in this area, full of rich history.

#MountainHomeFineArt
#ContemporaryFineArt
#Appalachianhistory
#Cherokeehistory
#RiverArtsDistrict

“WHITE OAKS” (detail) marbling on vintage topo map

The thick tree canopy provides shade and protection from the sun while providing restful views for the hiker. Family friendly, this area will not be crowded with tourists, and let’s hope it stays that way.

#BlueRidgeMountains
#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#MarblingArt
#PaperMarbling

I love teaching the ancient technique of marbling. Join one of my upcoming classes! Click here to find a class: https://bit.ly/3fkj6Pl

#AshevilleNC
#RiverArtsDistrict
#AshevilleArtist
#ContemporaryCraft
#LoveWhereYouLive

Please join me Saturday, June 13th, 4-6pm for the opening of this show! “The Mountains are Calling and I Must Color Them”

Pink Dog Gallery, 348 Depot St, Asheville

#BlueRidgeMountains
#AppalachianArt
#MountainInspiration
#PaperMarbling
#TopoMapArt

#wednesdaymomentofzen #floatingpaint #relax #radartist #localstudio

Enjoy the relaxation of marbling! #localstudio #floatingpaint #silkscarves #majikstudios207 #majikalmarblingreveal

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Jayne | North Carolina

Thank you for the pictures! We had a great time - and love our scarves and paper masterpieces. Your workshop was the highlight of our weekend in Asheville.

Banta | North Carolina

Thank you so so much for these photos! Hazel and I had a fantastic time learning about marble art in the studio and the pix are the perfect memento of our time there!

With much gratitude

Debbie | New York

Thanks for the great story, inspiration and scarf. Our visit to your studio was a highlight of our trip.

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Home of Relaxing Marbling Classes

Come visit me in Pink Dog Creative,
Suite 140, 348 Depot Street in the River Arts District.

New Classes added!

Meet Pam

Pam Granger Gale

Harness creativity from our
Instagram feed!

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MAJIKAL PRAISE

Jayne | North Carolina

Banta | North Carolina

Debbie | New York

Three Tips Every Marbler Knows

Majik Studios 207
Pink Dog Creative
Suite 140
348 Depot Street
Asheville, NC 28801

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Explore Asheville

Home of Relaxing Marbling Classes

Come visit me in Pink Dog Creative, Suite 140, 348 Depot Street in the River Arts District.

New Classes added!

Meet Pam

Pam Granger Gale

Harness creativity from our Instagram feed!

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Follow us on Instagram

MAJIKAL PRAISE

Jayne | North Carolina

Banta | North Carolina

Debbie | New York

Three Tips Every Marbler Knows

Majik Studios 207 Pink Dog Creative Suite 140 348 Depot Street Asheville, NC 28801

Social Connections FaceBook Instagram Youtube Explore Asheville

Come visit me in Pink Dog Creative,
Suite 140, 348 Depot Street in the River Arts District.

Harness creativity from our
Instagram feed!

Majik Studios 207
Pink Dog Creative
Suite 140
348 Depot Street
Asheville, NC 28801

Social Connections

FaceBook
Instagram
Youtube
Explore Asheville