I am Glad You Are Here. Each one is an originally designed piece of soft sculpture (huggable) art. I hope that you find one that speaks to your heart. Whether you are new to Irene Heckel Originals or an old friend … I hope that you too become a part of my world.
My art is a way I can show a different viewpoint of a small corner of the world.
Mermatee. Part Mermaid, part Manatee. An inspiration from one of my beginnings sketching days that really took off. Still by far the most popular piece of my collection.
Carol Kam – Handmade Bead Jewelry
Artist Sculpure
Artist Pottery
Fatie Atkinson Design – Custom Made Furniture
We are building their custom shops right now!
Local art is more than just decoration—it’s a reflection of Western North Carolina’s soul. When you buy from WNC artists, you’re supporting small businesses, keeping creativity alive, and investing in truly unique, handcrafted pieces. Skip the mass-produced—bring home something authentic, made with heart, and rooted in the place we call home.
Be the first to discover new artists, special events, and exclusive offers!
You didn’t become an artist to fight algorithms or hustle storefronts.
At WNC Artist Market, we give you back your time and your voice.
No tech headaches. No gallery gatekeepers. No Etsy chaos.
Just a space built for you—with the power of a world-class eCommerce platform behind it.
You create. We handle the rest.
This isn’t just a marketplace. It’s your studio. Your stage. Your spotlight.
And it’s about time you had that.
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