The ArtSource Team

ArtSource Fine Art was founded in 1990 by Sharon Tharrington and Nancy McClure, former competitors turned partners. Over the past 33 years, McClure and Tharrington have built the largest and most comprehensive art gallery in the Triangle area. In addition to the two principals, ArtSource employs a Full-Time Corporate Art Consultant, On-site Framer, an Artist’s Liaison, an Events & Marketing Associate and a Gallery Director. Nearly all of our employees are artists themselves and offer an in-depth understanding of the materials, techniques, and concepts incorporated into much of the art we sell, as well as, a sensitivity to the creative process. We pride ourselves on our ability and commitment to work as a team to meet our clients needs whether the project is large or small.

Nancy C. McClure, Owner, was born in Albany, NY, attended Syracuse University and graduated with a BS in Merchandising with an emphasis in marketing and visual arts. Before joining ArtSource, McClure worked for Picture House in Atlanta, GA, providing high-end framing design services to interior designers. McClure later worked as manager of the art and matting department of Phoenix Galleries in Atlanta, one of the largest wholesale picture manufacturing companies in the country. After relocating to Raleigh in 1985, McClure worked at Frameworks as a corporate art consultant. McClure joined ArtSource in 1990. Nancy is also one of the many local artists ArtSource represents. To read her bio and view her artwork, click here.

 

Sharon P. Tharrington, Owner, was born in Raleigh, NC, attended Emory University and graduated with BA degrees in both Art History and Psychology. While in College, Tharrington worked at Fay Gold Gallery in Atlanta, GA. Upon completion of her degrees, she returned to Raleigh and began working with Gilliam & Peden Fine Art Gallery, where she received her training in marketing and handling fine art and fine art framing. Tharrington founded ArtSource in 1990. Tharrington’s jewelry line, Sugarfoot Jewels, and her sculptural works and paintings can be purchased at our gallery under the name of Sharon Paige. To view images of her jewelry, click here. To view images of her paintings, click here

 

Lacy Rollins, Gallery Director & Media Relations, graduated from Appalachian State University with a B.A. in Art History and a minor in Psychology. Lacy handles the day to day operation of the gallery including working as an Artist Liaison and Curator for our art, coordinating Press Relations and Social Media for the gallery and assisting private and corporate collectors and their designers. For more information about submitting your art for consideration or to schedule an appointment for your art and/or framing needs, please email Lacy@artsourcefineart.com

 

 

Margaret Kline, Art Consultant & Sales Specialist, graduated from Clemson University with a degrees in Textile Management and Marketing. Margaret began her career in New York City working for Shaw Industries. Later, she moved to Atlanta, GA to Shaw’s custom design division. She returned to sales with a territory covering Atlanta and Birmingham. Following a move to Nashville,TN Margaret went to work for Interior Design Services. Margaret utilizes her design and sales skills in assisting corporate clientele in the selection and placement of fine art and framing.  To set up an appointment to discuss your art needs, please email Margaret@artsourcefineart.com

 

Anne Baylor, Artist Liaison & Sales Associate, earned a B.F.A. in Printmaking from Old Dominion University. Anne worked as an Art Director in Advertising in Boston and Providence, RI before relocating to Raleigh. She has over 15 years of experience in art gallery management as well as retail sales and framing design.  As a working artist, Anne is able to advise our private collectors on the process of art making as well as how to select fine art that will enhance the aesthetic of any space.  Anne will be happy to meet with you to discuss your art and framing objectives.  You can reach her by email Anne@artsourcefineart.com