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House of Folk Art

Matt Ledbetter
Folk Art
Quilts
Catawba Valley Pottery Festival
Benny Carter
Mary Proctor
Fishersville Antique Expo
Liberty Antique Festival
Alkaline Glaze
Stacey Lambert
Steve Abee
North Carolina Pottery
Whirligig
Tramp Art

Join Matt Ledbetter, esteemed auctioneer and folk art connoisseur hailing from Gibsonville, North Carolina, as he unveils the rich tapestry of Southern Folk Art. With personal ties to numerous folk artists through his renowned quarterly auctions, Matt brings you on a journey through the intricate history, the profound motivations, and the intimate encounters that shape the world of folk art.

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Fishersville was a great show this year. Friday was packed from the start, dealers were moving material early, and by Saturday morning Matt was already back at the van digging through the pile of things that he’s taking back home.

Matt pulls out a f... more

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Matt returns to the auction gallery after Liberty with the buys still sitting behind him and another show already on the calendar. This time, the conversation picks up in that brief window between antique shows, when the dust from one trip has barely... more

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Matt Ledbetter sits down before heading out to Liberty, North Carolina to set up Wade's tent for the last Liberty Antique show.

Held twice a year in Randolph County, the Liberty Antiques Festival has long been one of the best known antique shows in ... more

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Matt Ledbetter and Kyle sit down with a table full of pieces from the Catawba Valley Pottery Festival and break down what they picked up over the weekend.

Held once a year in Hickory, North Carolina, the Catawba Valley Pottery Festival brings togeth... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Proctor
Painter and folk artist featured on site
Self-employed artist
Episode: Episode 51 | Mary Proctor: Called to Paint
Tom Wells
Long-time folk art dealer and picker
Unspecified
Episode: Episode 50 | Rare 1990s Folk Art Footage from Tom Wells
Julian Summers
Friend, fellow coach, and art dealer
Gibsonville/Gipsonville area
Episode: Episode 49 | From Football to Folk Art
Wade Ledbetter
Legendary picker from the Southeast, guest on the show
Self-identified antique picker
Episode: Episode 48 | What Real Picking Looked Like Before the Internet
Laura Saville
Real live antique dealer who runs booths and auctions
Undisclosed/Laura Saville's booth network
Episode: Episode 47 | Always Buying Always Selling: Life as a Full-Time Antique Dealer with Laura Saville

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Matt Ledbetter
Host of House of Folk Art; experienced auctioneer and folk-art connoisseur with deep ties to regional artists and auction networks.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • My Favorite Art Podcast

    Love this show - I nearly lost it when Matt started rapping about AB the flag man. Currently starting my pre-Burlon Craig North Carolina monkey jug collection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JaredRankin1
    United States8 months ago

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Many appreciate the host's storytelling and industry insight, plus practical buying/selling tips.
Listeners describe the show as entertaining and deeply knowledgeable about folk art and the antiques market.
Guests are consistently credible and add depth to market discussions.

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#173
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#2
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#79
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#224
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Episode 47 | Always Buying Always Selling: Life as a Full-Time Antique Dealer with Laura Saville
Q: What's the most important factor when buying or pricing items for resale?
Gut instinct matters, but you must price items realistically, understand the bottom line, and be willing to adjust—especially when you see pieces you love that you know will draw attention and support future sales.
Episode 47 | Always Buying Always Selling: Life as a Full-Time Antique Dealer with Laura Saville
Q: What advice would you give to someone new entering the antique business?
Be a generalist but pick something you truly love, price carefully, do thorough research, and be prepared to lose a little money as you learn; find a venue that fits your inventory and commit to consistent booth management and shows.
Episode 47 | Always Buying Always Selling: Life as a Full-Time Antique Dealer with Laura Saville
Q: How did you get started in the antique business and find Liberty as a first show?
I started by researching options, visiting antique stores, and asking around; I realized I needed a show and went with Liberty as my entry point, using it to learn the market and establish my presence.
Episode 51 | Mary Proctor: Called to Paint
Q: How do you envision promoting your art via the Monday Outsider and similar initiatives?
Matt explains the plan to auction Mary's work on a weekly basis, with Mary retaining ownership and the proceeds supporting her materials and studio. Mary expresses cautious enthusiasm, recognizing the need for funds to sustain her craft while emphasizing the value of sharing her art widely and authentically.
Episode 51 | Mary Proctor: Called to Paint
Q: What role does faith play in your work and in daily life?
Mary recounts being baptized after a grandmother's urging, speaking in tongues during a church moment, and how spiritual experiences continually inform her art and its messages of hope, redemption, and love. She frames her art as a conduit for grace and a way to minister to others through storytelling and faith.

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The show centers on Southern folk art, antiques, and the auction world, blending field reporting, market analysis, and storytelling from dealers, collectors, and artists. Episodes spotlight on-site hunts, warehouse explorations, and deep dives into specific categories like quilts, canes, and clock lore, often with practical buying tips, provenance discussions, and vivid anecdotes. A standout characteristic is the host's blend of seasoned auctioneer insight with warm, neighborhood storytelling, plus a recurring emphasis on community, authenticity, and the personal journeys behind folk-art pieces.

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2. Tom Wells
3. Julian Summers
4. Wade Ledbetter
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