Featured Artist… Chris Groves!

On June 7, 2013December 16, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Featured ArtistLeave a comment

First Light by Chris Groves – Image: HortonHayes

How would you like to wake up to this every morning? First Light is an amazing painting – imagine being able to see the sunrise every morning without having to get up early?! This is such a fabulous painting, the clear water with the reflections of the emerging sun… not to mention, the sky! Whoa!

There is so much to keep your eye in this painting, it makes you drop your shoulders a bit and take a calm breath doesn’t it? Can’t you hear the ocean waves crashing? Smell the salt of the sea? This is only one of many new works by Chris. If you’re in Charleston, SC – stop in and see his work at Horton Hayes Fine Art Gallery.

Reminder for art lovers… there is an art walk tonight Friday June 7, 2013 from 5-8PM – stop by and see the fabulous paintings… Horton Hayes is more than just a group of immensely talented artists (as if that isn’t enough), they are the nicest people ever!

Here’s a blip from a Horton Hayes email…

Congratulations to Chris on the following recent recognitions:Juried into the Oil Painters of America 2013 National Exhibition
Insight Gallery, Fredericksburg, Texas, May 18 to June 17thJuried into the Oil Painters of America 2013 Salon Show of Traditional Oils
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey, Michigan, June 21 to August 31Juried into the American Society of Marine Artists
Southern Regional Exhibition
Quinlan Visual Arts Center, Gainesville, Georgia, June 13 to August 17Selected as a Signature Member of the American Society of Marine Artists

Read a blip about Chris from the Horton Hayes website… I love knowing about artists as people as well in addition to their art background. Nice guy. Very talented.

Are you looking to take a workshop in the future? Horton Hayes has some great ones coming up, check it out!

Catch you back here tomorrow!

French Quarter Art Walk tonight – Charleston SC… and a very special birthday!

On May 3, 2013December 16, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART, THOUGHTS2 Comments

This is a busy day! Lots to do and to let you know about! Today is the French Quarter Art Walk from 5-8 PM, visit the local galleries, view the gorgeous art, take in the sights, and maybe even have a snack or two! The art walk is free and open to the public. It’s a great time for both locals and visitors. Peruse the streets of Charleston, walk from gallery to gallery… you might even see a demo! (Click HERE for a map of participating galleries and their locations)! Here is just a small sampling of what you’re in for tonight…

Vineyard II by Gene Costanza

A reminder that M Gallery of Fine Art has moved to 125 Meeting Street, Charleston – a beautiful gallery with so many fabulous artists! I hear Gene Costanza will be giving a demo on Friday night during the art walk. I certainly wouldn’t want to miss it! What an opportunity! I am so grateful to those galleries who take the time to have artists set up and painting, it truly is a thrill, especially when it’s a high caliber artist like Gene! This May Gene Costanza will be conducting a workshop in Charleston. Contact M Gallery for more information.

Oysters al Fresco a collaboration by Mark Kelvin Horton and Shannon Runquist

Be sure to stop by Horton Hayes Fine Art! Besides all the fabulous art to see, check out this painting that is being auctioned off. A beautiful gallery, nice people, what more can you ask for?

From the Horton Hayes website:

Stop in to see the many new works on display including the official Dining with Friends painting, Oysters al Fresco, a collaborative work by Mark Kelvin Horton and Shannon Runquist. This piece is for sale by silent auction at Horton Hayes Fine Art and proceeds from the sale will benefit Lowcountry Aids Services. The auction will be open for bids through Saturday, May 4th.

I Hear The Music by Robert Lange

Robert Lange’s latest show AFFIRMATION will be hanging at Robert Lange Studios, and oh what a show it will be! Stop in and check it out! What an imagination he’s got!

Passing Cold Front by Betty Anglin Smith

Betty Anglin Smith is also having her show, PRESERVATION, at the Smith Killian Fine Art gallery this evening. Be sure to stop in and say hello!

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On another note… today is a very special someone’s birthday…

H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y C A R L I S L E ! (Fred’s dad!)

We hope this is your best birthday ever! Love you so much!

Catch you back here tomorrow!

Image Credits:

Vineyard II by Gene Costanza – M Gallery of Fine Art

Oysters al Fresco a collaboration by Mark Kelvin Horton and Shannon Runquist – Horton Hayes Fine Art

I Hear The Music by Robert Lange – Robert Lange Studios

Passing Cold Front by Betty Anglin Smith – Smith Killian Fine Art

Beep beep beep… I interrupt House Plan Thursday for this important announcement… Colin Page Show…

On May 2, 2013December 12, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART6 Comments

Colin Page – SPATIAL PERCEPTION / Greenhut Galleries

May 2 – June 1, 2013

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 2, 5-7PM

Artist’s Talk: Saturday, May 11 at 1:30PM

Ok… I’m teasing you with only three paintings… Click HERE to see the entire show online… in case you can’t be there… but if you can… GO! I am blown away by the quality of work in this one show. Remember, you have until June 1, 2013 to see the show in person! Look at these paintings… stunners, every single one. Look at that brushwork, those fabulous colors, the composition… wow!

If you are in the Portland, Maine area, stop by the Greenhut Galleries, located on Middle Street. Colin is an immensely talented (and down to earth) award winning artist and his work continues to grow, just when you think it can’t possibly be any better he adds a twist. I love that! Try not to miss the gallery talk scheduled for Saturday, May 11 at 1:30PM. I’ve never had the opportunity to be there in person, but I have listened to Colin online, and he’s FABULOUS! Trust me, you’ll want to be there!

If you can’t make it to the show, check out his website, it’s a good one, and definitely read his Journal… Colin is full of fabulous work, and his thoughts are wonderful to read through… check it out! One more image to entice you…

Here’s a blip about Colin, in case you aren’t familiar! This is from the Greenhut Galleries email of Colin’s show:

Colin Page was raised in Baltimore, MD and attended the Rhode Island School of Design. He transferred to Cooper Union with a concentration in painting. Upon graduation, he lived in New York City for three years where he was an active member in the art community. In search of a more diverse landscape, Page moved to Maine where he has devoted his time to making art and teaching.

Page feels that every painting should be as personal as painting a self-portrait. His goal is to capture the spark of excitement that called him to set up his easel whether it is the subject’s vibrant color or the atmospheric space. Through his paintings, he shares the poetry of experience…..each painting must breathe and have a life of its own.

Page states, “I want to balance moments of specific realism, with more intuitive paint handling. My paintings are based on the subject I am experiencing, sometimes through direct observation, and sometimes through expressive brushwork and color. My favorite situation is a painting that has both on the same canvas. “

In addition to making art, Colin Page also teaches a number of very popular painting workshops across the state. He was the 2009 winner of the People’s Choice Award at the Door County Plein Air Festival.

Catch you back here tomorrow!

(All Photos via Colin Page)

Featured Artist… James Richards! Show this evening…

On April 5, 2013December 16, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART, Featured Artist4 Comments

Light Dance by James Richards – Image: Galerie on Broad

I love the paintings by James Richards. Rarely do I have a problem selecting which painting to use in a post, but these are all so good! Charleston paintings with a different twist which I adore! This evening there is an art walk downtown (Charleston, SC), and James will have a show of his paintings at the Galerie on Broad (located on Broad Street) and (lucky us!) he will be doing a painting demo. Hope to see you there, I wouldn’t miss it! For those of you who aren’t in Charleston, you can check out his work via the gallery website or James Richards’ website!

One more… because I couldn’t resist…

Neighborhood Marsh by James Richards – Image: Galerie on Broad

Read a blip about James from the Galerie on Broad website:

James Richards is driven by a passionate
connection with nature and a deep sense of
obligation to relay his vision in the most truthful
manner possible. This ethic, manifested in his
work, is giving Richards paintings their own
place in the world of art today.

A self taught artist, James has spent years
studying the nuances of paint which has given
him a keen sense of understanding and control
over the medium. James is an advocate of
painting from life and spends his time traveling
the world in search of new inspiration.

He has won multiple national awards and is
regarded as one of the top landscape painting
instructors in the country. James Richards
paintings are internationally collected.

Here is some information about the art walk from CharlestonGalleryRow.com website, more info on their website… also other galleries in the area will be participating, so check it out!:

Located along Historic Broad Street, Gallery Row opens its doors for “First Fridays on Broad” and a variety of other events hosted by the 16 galleries, restaurants, and boutiques on the Row.
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Ellis-Nicholson Gallery, Hamlet Fine Art Gallery, Martin Gallery, COCO VIVO Fine Art |Design, UTOPIA, Edward Dare Gallery, Mary Martin Gallery, Bernie Horton Gallery, Spencer Galleries, Lambert Gray Gallery, Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art, Galerie on Broad, Robison Richards Gallery.
Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of artistic vision created by local, emerging and nationally recognized artists… with a visit to Charleston’s Gallery Row on Historic Broad Street. Charleston was at one time the richest city in America. As such, Broad Street was the banking center of the busy port town, lined with grand old bank buildings from the 1800’s, Broad Street has been transformed into a street of the cities most diverse, fine art galleries, known as Gallery Row.

Charleston has been named one of the top art destinations in America, with Gallery Row being a destination within itself. Stroll Gallery to Gallery, on our broad, pedestrian friendly street, browsing award winning, oil, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, mixed media, photography, clay, stone, pottery, art glass, sculpture, bronzes, outdoor sculptures, and many works by exceptional artists you will not find in any other fine art destination. The charm of the Antebellum South surrounds Gallery Row with the famed Rainbow Row, the Battery with its stately mansions, and gorgeous views.

Gallery Row offers many culturally abundant events to include, first Friday art walks, the first Friday of every month, October’s Taste of The Arts, sponsored by Charleston’s famed Restaurant Association, February’s Blues On Broad, a yearly December brunch, customer appreciation dinners, “Meet the Artist” events, artist workshops, special event venues, gallery tours and much more.

A trip to Charleston by art lovers will not be complete without a stroll down this street, There is convenient parking located at both ends of “The Row.” Within walking distance of Gallery Row are some of Charleston’s most charming hotels, Inns , Bed And Breakfasts and award winning restaurants.

Catch you back here tomorrow!

Randy Higbee Gallery 6 Inch Squared Show!

On December 7, 2012December 12, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ARTLeave a comment

The opening reception… tomorrow night (Saturday, December 8, 2012)! Judging by what I’ve seen from my Facebook friends who are artists who submitted work to the Randy Higbee 6 Inch Squared Show… it’s going to be AMAZING! There is some brilliant work that will be featured (and framed beautifully I’m sure!). I know last year the quality of work was nothing short of amazing. Top artists from throughout the country are painting 6×6 paintings for this show. It will be a hit, trust me! You’ve got to check it out…! Now is the time to get an original piece of art from a top notch artist!

Click HERE to see all the paintings included in this show!

From the Randy Higbee Gallery website:

6 Inch Squared

An Exhibition and Sale by a Collection of the Finest Artists in the United States

Opening Reception

December 8th 2012

Catch you back here tomorrow!

(Note: Image also from the Randy Higbee Gallery website!)

Piccolo Spoleto 2012 Outdoor Art Exhibit, Charleston, SC!

On May 24, 2012December 12, 2013 By Barbara StroudIn ART2 Comments

The Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhibit start T O M O R R O W ! The outdoor art exhibit is located in downtown Charleston, SC at Marion Square. Get out and see all there is to offer! Lots of artists, as well as some artist demonstrations which are always so much fun to watch! There is so much talent situated in one park, it’s a great time!

Catch you back here tomorrow!