"The Battle of Shallow Ford: An Exhibition of Words and Watercolors" is a collection of "watercolors" by master craftsman Rick Jones, accompanied by storyboards of "words" by artist and writer, Marilyn Ingram. The story, unfolding during a time where there were no cameras, cell phones, or even a typewriter, is told through the eyes of artists, field correspondents who would paint, draw or write a journal. The paintings include scenes at the Shallow Ford and nearby battle area, Moravian settlements along the great wagon road, and annual commemoration in Huntsville, NC. The words are researched through works including "Records of the Moravians" and NC State Archives. Sponsored by The Lewisville Area Arts Council, Battle of Shallow Ford NCSDAR and hosted at North Trade Street Arts in the Downtown Arts District during #America250NC. Show runs July 4 through July 27 during Gallery Hours. Opening Reception - Saturday, July 4, 2025 at North Trade Street Arts during the DADA 1st Friday Gallery Hop, 7:00-10:00 PM.