Pam Granger Gale: "The Mountains are Calling and I Must Color Them" Opening Rec.

On June 13, 2026, the Pink Dog Gallery in the River Arts District will unveil

“The Mountains Are Calling and I Must Color Them,” a moving new body of work by

Asheville-based painter Pam Granger Gale. Through a captivating marbling technique applied to

vintage topographical maps of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Gale celebrates the region’s rugged beauty,

complex landscapes, and enduring spirit.

This collection blends art and place, inviting viewers to explore the interplay of history, topography,

and human creativity — inspiring all who experience it to deepen their connection to these beloved

mountains and the stories etched across their contours.

A LIFE IN ART & PLACE

Pam’s connection to the mountains goes beyond aesthetics — it reflects years of hiking, observation,

and naturalist study, rooted in a fascination with fossils, waterways, and the profound interplay of

the Appalachian landscape. Her artistic journey spans decades of experimentation and engagement

with materials, nature, and community. A lifelong creative and educator, she has taught marbling

and mixed media across the Southeast and actively supports local art initiatives in Asheville through

workshops, demonstrations, and collaborations. Her work is grounded in reverence for the natural

world, and a deep love of storytelling through visual expression.

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

“The Mountains Are Calling and I Must Color Them” features marbled topographical maps of the

Western North Carolina region. Each piece layers vibrant pigment atop archived contour lines, creat

ing rhythm, texture, and renewed ways of seeing familiar terrain. The series bridges science, history,

and art, illuminating our mountain world in both abstract beauty and geographic specificity.