About Us

Holler shows and sells the work of Appalachian artists in multiple genres, from traditional folk craft (such as pottery, quilting, and glasswork) to contemporary visions of the region.

Contemporary art includes painting, sculpture, installation, video work & film, performance, and experimental media.

After just a few months of planning, the Holler Contemporary Appalachian Art Gallery transformed from an idea into reality. The grand opening of Holler was held at 900 Mercer St. in Princeton last Friday Aug. 4 at 5 p.m.

The Holler is open Thursday - Monday noon until 8 p.m., with free admission. The opening show will run from Aug. 4 through Sept. 15.

The name of the gallery “holler” has a double meaning. Bowman says “everyone thinks we live in a ‘holler,’ but also, a “holler” means a loud shout. So, I thought it was fun and cheeky to say “this is my ‘holler.’

It’s very popular these days to reclaim words, and I’m reclaiming this one. But, also, I think that all the artists that show here are giving out a holler to the world, to say that this is what we are doing, this is what we are about.”

About Us

Holler shows and sells the work of Appalachian artists in multiple genres, from traditional folk craft (such as pottery, quilting, and glasswork) to contemporary visions of the region.

Contemporary art includes painting, sculpture, installation, video work & film, performance, and experimental media.

After just a few months of planning, the Holler Contemporary Appalachian Art Gallery transformed from an idea into reality. The grand opening of Holler was held at 900 Mercer St. in Princeton last Friday Aug. 4 at 5 p.m.

The Holler is open Thursday - Monday noon until 8 p.m., with free admission. The opening show will run from Aug. 4 through Sept. 15.

The name of the gallery “holler” has a double meaning. Bowman says “everyone thinks we live in a ‘holler,’ but also, a “holler” means a loud shout. So, I thought it was fun and cheeky to say “this is my ‘holler.’

It’s very popular these days to reclaim words, and I’m reclaiming this one. But, also, I think that all the artists that show here are giving out a holler to the world, to say that this is what we are doing, this is what we are about.”

Our History

The Building

After just a few months of planning, the Holler Contemporary Appalachian Art Gallery transformed from an idea into reality. The grand opening of Holler was held at 900 Mercer St. in Princeton last Friday Aug. 4 at 5 p.m. The Holler is open Thursday - Monday noon until 8 p.m., with free admission. The opening show will run from Aug. 4 through Sept. 15.

The inaugural exhibition at the Holler includes “Altered” by Kimberly Roush, from Chillicothe, OH., and “Promise in the Mountains,” by Amy Leftwich, a Princeton native.

Roush’s exhibit in the main gallery features skeletonized leaves with images printed on them. In the showcase gallery, Leftwich’s kiln fired portrait sculptures are on display.

Owner and founder, Chase Bowman, created the space with the intent of showcasing art and artists that tell a piece of the Appalachian narrative.

The Building

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Original Gallery

The name of the gallery “holler” has a double meaning. Bowman says “everyone thinks we live in a ‘holler,’ but also, a “holler” means a loud shout. So, I thought it was fun and cheeky to say “this is my ‘holler.’ It’s very popular these days to reclaim words, and I’m reclaiming this one. But, also, I think that all the artists that show here are giving out a holler to the world, to say that this is what we are doing, this is what we are about.”

Original Gallery

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New Owner

Bowman asks that people “start adding to that Appalachian narrative, because if we don’t take control of our own narrative then someone else is gonna’ and the stories they tell are never gonna’ be as complex and interesting as the ones we tell.

Bowman hopes that people will recognize that he, and the artists, are just like members of the community. He hopes that in pursuing his passion, and the artist’s passions, while adding to the Appalachian narrative, that others will be inspired to do the same in their passions, whatever they may be.

New Owner

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The Artists

Scott Pitt

Artist

Joshua Haplea

Artist

Craig Worrell

Artist

Brooklynn Lilly

Artist

Rita Montrosse

Artist

Jennifer Scott

Artist

Rachel Clemens

Artist

Testimonials

A fantastic & friendly contemporary art gallery with a wonderful & comfortable space for enjoying types of works that don't usually dominate the landscape of this region.

Tim Musick

Beautiful gallery! We love the owner’s work toward creating an alternative narrative for West Virginia.

Amy McLaughlin

Testimonials

A fantastic & friendly contemporary art gallery with a wonderful & comfortable space for enjoying types of works that don't usually dominate the landscape of this region.