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Charleston A must-visit art destination One of the most beautiful and beautifully preserved cities in the country, Charleston is known for its rich
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Nov 01, 2009
Charleston
A must-visit art destination
One of the most beautiful and beautifully preserved cities in the country, Charleston is known for its rich historical legacy, its elegant architecture, and its wealth of cultural offerings. From the antebellum mansions along the Battery to the cobblestone streets and gas-lit alleys of the historic French Quarter, the city is as gracious as the people who live there. (Etiquette expert Marjabelle Young Stewart once named Charleston the "best mannered" city in the U.S.)
Many visitors to Charleston find that walking is the best way to sample everything the city has to offer. This is especially true for the city's two main art districts: the French Quarter, home to nearly 35 galleries (www.frenchquarterarts.com), and Gallery Row on Historic Broad Street, where a dozen more galleries beckon (www.goodthingsonbroad.com). Wander along these boulevards and side streets and you'll discover an incredible array of high-quality artwork, from Lowcountry artists to European masters. Don't forget to visit the Gibbes Museum of Art (www.gibbesmuseum. org), which houses an impressive collection of American art with an emphasis on Southern, Colonial, and Charleston Renaissance works.
The largest wildlife and nature art event in the nation takes place in Charleston each February, when artists and art lovers gather for the annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (www.sewe. com). The show attracts more than 500 artists and exhibitors from around the globe and draws some 40,000 attendees. The 28th annual exposition takes place February 12-14, 2010.
For an art-filled visit to one of America's favorite cities, plan a trip to Charleston, which is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the premier destination art markets in the country. And with good reason!
PLACES TO VISIT
ANN LONG FINE ART
Established in 1997, Ann Long Fine Art specializes in classical realist paintings, drawings, and sculptures by contemporary artists. Many of the gallery artists were classically trained in Florence and now work strictly from life, using authentic recipes for their pigments and handmade materials (843.577.0447, www. attnlongfineart.com).
CAROLINA GALLERIES
Showcasing museum-quality work by contemporary Southern masters and noted artists from the Charleston Renaissance, Carolina Galleries boasts a distinguished collection of landscape and genre paintings celebrating the Lowcoun try's rich aesthetic tradition (843.720.8622, www. car olinagal 1er ies .com) .
CHARLESTON FINE ARTS DEALERS' ASSOCIATION
Established in 1998 by gallery owners and artists, the Charleston Fine Arts Dealers' Association is dedicated to developing Charleston as a fine-art destination through exhibitions, events, and the sharing of expertise. The group holds its Fine Art Annual November 4-7, bringing together nationally known artists whose works are shown exclusively in CFADA member galleries; the event culminates Saturday night with the Charleston Art Auction (843.819.8006, www.charlestonfmeartdealers association.com). See page 30 for more information.
CHARLESTON RENAISSANCE GALLERY
Housed in a gracious 19th-century building in the heart of che historic district, Charleston Renaissance Gallery is one of the nation's foremost dealers in fine art of the American South. Other areas of specialization include the art of Charleston Renaissance painters, including works from the estate of Elizabeth O'Neill Verner (843.723.0025, www. fineartsouth.com).
CORRIGAN GALLERY
Near the corner of Meeting and Queen streets in the historic French Quarter, Corrigan Gallery opened its doors in September 2005. The gallery carries both representational and abstract paintings and photography, with a roster of artists that includes Manning Williams, John Hull, Kevin Bruce Parent, Lynne Riding, Richard Hartnett, Kristi Ryba, and Lese Corrigan (843.722.9868, www.corrigangallery.com).
ELLA WALTON RICHARDSON FINE ART
Works by contemporary American, Russian, Asian, and European artists are elegantly displayed among the three floors of the 1796 building that houses Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art. The gallery showcases impressionist and realist paintings along with bronze sculptures and jewelry (843.722.3660, www.ellarichardson.com).
HELENA FOX FINE ART
Located in the French Quarter, Helena Fox Fine Art specializes in contemporary representational art. Since opening its doors in 2005, the gallery has garnered a reputation for carrying both nationally and internationally known artists, including Southern impressionist painter West Fraser, maritime artist Donald Demers, and acclaimed wildlife sculptor Kent Ullberg. In September of this year, Helena Fox Fine Art opened a sister gallery, Palmetto Bluff Gallery, in Bluffton, SC (843.723.0073, www.helenafoxfineart.com).
HORTON HAYES FINE ART
At the corner of State and Queen Streets in downtown Charleston, Horton Hayes Fine Art features original works by locally and nationally recognized artists. While much of the artwork focuses on Lowcountry themes, there is also a wide range of subject matter, from European scenes to western landscapes and still lifes to interiors (843.958.0014, www. hor ton h ay es .com).
JOHN CARROLL DOYLE ART GALLERY
A native of Charleston, John Carroll Doyle finds his inspiration in both the city and the surrounding Lowcountry. Stop by the gallery in the late afternoon and he is usually there to chat (843.577.7344, www. johncdoyle.com).
MARTIN GALLERY
Martin Gallery is in the Grand Salon of the historic People's Building, which is situated along tie Gallery Row art district on Broad Street. The gallery represents more than 30 national and international artists (843.723.7378, www.martin gallerycharleston.com).
ROBERT LANGE STUDIOS
Recently relocated to 2 Queen Street, Robert Lange Studios represents painters and photographers who exemplify the best in contemporary realism and abstraction. Artists currently represented by the gallery include Joshua Flint, John Duckworth, Sean Clancy, Megan Aline, and Robert Lange (843.805.8052, www.robertlangestudios.com).
SMITH KILLIAN FINE ART
Charleston's gallery for contemporary realism, Smith Killian Fine Art features works by Lowcountry colorist Betty Anglin Smith and her triplets: daughters Jennifer Smith Rogers and Shannon Smith and son Tripp Smith. The gallery also represents sculptors Darrell Davis and Andi Mascarenas, oil painters Kim English and Susan Romaine, and others (843.853.0708, www.smith killian.com).
THE SYLVAN GALLERY
In the heart of the antique and art district along King Street, The Sylvan Gallery focuses on traditional 20th- and 21st-century representational art. The gallery has an impressive roster of noted artists, such as painters Walt Gonske, Yingzhao Lui, William Kalwick, Dan Gerhartz, Nancy Bush, and William Berra as well as sculptors Glenna Goodacre, Gerald Balciar, and Tim Cherry (843.722.2172, www.thesylvangallery.com).
WELLS GALLERY
Only steps from Queen Street and the Gibbes Museum of Art, Wells Gallery represents an eclectic group of both emerging and established contemporary American artists. The gallery showcases a varied selection of paintings, jewelry, and hand-blown glass by artists such as Kevin LePrince, Earl B. Lewis, Rick McClure, George Pate, Sue Stewart, Karen Larson Turner, and Kim Weiland. Wells Gallery also has a second location at The Sanctuary, a luxury hotel on nearby Kiawah Island (843.853.3233, www.wellsgallery.com).
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Sculpture in the South
With more than 700 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the small town of Summerville. South Carolina, is a lovely place to visit any time of the year, but especially in the spring when the town hosts the Sculpture in the South show and sale. One weekend each May. Sculpture in the South takes over Azalea Park, a 12-acre oasis in the center of town with ponds, paths, fountains, and an idyllic sculpture garden. The juried show features 35 nationally and internationally known sculptors, all of whom are on site to chat with visitors and demonstrate their techniques. High-quality art, a beautiful setting, and the intimate nature of the show make it one of the most anticipated art events in the state. The 12th annual Sculpture in the South takes place May 15-16. 2010. so plan your visit now. Summerville is just 24 miles from Charleston. For more information: 843.851.7800, www.sculptureinthesouth.com.
Hilton Head
Less than 100 miles south of Charleston is the island community of Hilton Head. This family-friendly seaside getaway boasts 12 miles of beachfront. 50 miles of bike and nature trails, tennis courts, marinas, and 24 golf courses. But playing outdoors in the sunshine isn't the only appeal of Hilton Head. There is an impressive number of cultural offerings for an island this size, including theatre, a symphony orchestra, and an array of art galleries.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Brookgreen Gardens
The first public sculpture garden established in the United States, Brookgreen Gardens is 70 miles north of Charleston, an easy day trip. With 1,200 works by 350 sculptors, it claims title to the world's largest collection of American figurative sculpture in an outdoor setting. Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington founded the gardens in 1931 to preserve the native flora and fauna and to display art in a natural environment. Anna, a noted sculptor, designed the garden walkways in the shape of spread butterfly wings: the sculptures are by American artists from the early 19th century to the present. In addition to artwork, and stunning botanical displays. Brookgreen Gardens boasts an arched canopy of towering live oak trees planted by plantation owners in the 1700s. A National Historic Landmark. Brookgreen Gardens is a 9.200-acre coastal preserve that also features a zoo. hiking trails, and interpretive tours. For more information: 843.235.6000 or www.brookgreen.org-
PLACES TO VISIT
ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD
Presenting regular monthly exhibits, the Arc League of Hilton Head features two- and three-dimensional works as well as fine-art crafts and jewelry. A group show with works by Barbara Snow, Kathy Tortorella, Judy McElyrin, and Vickie Bailey Ebbers continues through November 7: paintings by Ted Jordan are on display November 9-December 5; and the Holiday Arts Boutique and Miniatures Show runs December 7<-Janu谩ry 9, 2010 (843.681.3U60, www.hhal .org).
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROUNA
A professional performing and visual arts facility, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina hosts ongoing exhibitions in the Walter Greer Gallery. From November 7 through January 22, 2010, the gallery presents an exhibit of Ben Ham's large-format nature photography, with photo essays on locations in Colorado and the South Carolina Lowcountry (843.842.2787, www.artshhi.com).
ENDANGERED ARTS, LTD.
Founded in 1994, Endangered Arts has expanded over the years to accommodate works by many of today's leading environmental artists, such as Roy Tabora, Michael Maiden, Joseph. Quillan, Julie Rogers, and internationally renowned sea-life artist Wyland. The gallery carries original paintings and photographs as well as limited editions (843.785.5075, www.endangeredarts.com).
HERITAGE GALLERY AT HARBOUR TOWN
Featuring maritime painter John Stobart, Heritage Gallery at Harbour Town specializes in signed and numbered prints made from Stobart's original oil paintings, which gloriously depict the era of great dipper ships ($43.671.9700, www.stobart.com).
MORRIS & WHITESIDE GALLERIES
One of the premier art galleries in South Carolina, Morris & Whiteside Galleries showcases representational works. from 55 regional and national artists - painters such as- Karin Jurick, Bobby Bagley, Joe Bowler, Michael Kara芦, Dan McCaw, and Danny McCaw, as well as sculptors G lentia Good acre and Walter Matia. Earlier this year, Morris & Whiteside acquired The Red Piano Art Gallery, the oldest art gallery in the state,,and consolidated both galleries under brie roof. Morris & Whiteside is also one of the sponsors of. the annual Charleston Art Auction, which takes place on Saturday, November 7 (843.842.4433,.www. morris-whiteside.com).
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A must-visit art destination
One of the most beautiful and beautifully preserved cities in the country, Charleston is known for its rich historical legacy, its elegant architecture, and its wealth of cultural offerings. From the antebellum mansions along the Battery to the cobblestone streets and gas-lit alleys of the historic French Quarter, the city is as gracious as the people who live there. (Etiquette expert Marjabelle Young Stewart once named Charleston the "best mannered" city in the U.S.)
Many visitors to Charleston find that walking is the best way to sample everything the city has to offer. This is especially true for the city's two main art districts: the French Quarter, home to nearly 35 galleries (www.frenchquarterarts.com), and Gallery Row on Historic Broad Street, where a dozen more galleries beckon (www.goodthingsonbroad.com). Wander along these boulevards and side streets and you'll discover an incredible array of high-quality artwork, from Lowcountry artists to European masters. Don't forget to visit the Gibbes Museum of Art (www.gibbesmuseum. org), which houses an impressive collection of American art with an emphasis on Southern, Colonial, and Charleston Renaissance works.
The largest wildlife and nature art event in the nation takes place in Charleston each February, when artists and art lovers gather for the annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (www.sewe. com). The show attracts more than 500 artists and exhibitors from around the globe and draws some 40,000 attendees. The 28th annual exposition takes place February 12-14, 2010.
For an art-filled visit to one of America's favorite cities, plan a trip to Charleston, which is quickly gaining a reputation as one of the premier destination art markets in the country. And with good reason!
PLACES TO VISIT
ANN LONG FINE ART
Established in 1997, Ann Long Fine Art specializes in classical realist paintings, drawings, and sculptures by contemporary artists. Many of the gallery artists were classically trained in Florence and now work strictly from life, using authentic recipes for their pigments and handmade materials (843.577.0447, www. attnlongfineart.com).
CAROLINA GALLERIES
Showcasing museum-quality work by contemporary Southern masters and noted artists from the Charleston Renaissance, Carolina Galleries boasts a distinguished collection of landscape and genre paintings celebrating the Lowcoun try's rich aesthetic tradition (843.720.8622, www. car olinagal 1er ies .com) .
CHARLESTON FINE ARTS DEALERS' ASSOCIATION
Established in 1998 by gallery owners and artists, the Charleston Fine Arts Dealers' Association is dedicated to developing Charleston as a fine-art destination through exhibitions, events, and the sharing of expertise. The group holds its Fine Art Annual November 4-7, bringing together nationally known artists whose works are shown exclusively in CFADA member galleries; the event culminates Saturday night with the Charleston Art Auction (843.819.8006, www.charlestonfmeartdealers association.com). See page 30 for more information.
CHARLESTON RENAISSANCE GALLERY
Housed in a gracious 19th-century building in the heart of che historic district, Charleston Renaissance Gallery is one of the nation's foremost dealers in fine art of the American South. Other areas of specialization include the art of Charleston Renaissance painters, including works from the estate of Elizabeth O'Neill Verner (843.723.0025, www. fineartsouth.com).
CORRIGAN GALLERY
Near the corner of Meeting and Queen streets in the historic French Quarter, Corrigan Gallery opened its doors in September 2005. The gallery carries both representational and abstract paintings and photography, with a roster of artists that includes Manning Williams, John Hull, Kevin Bruce Parent, Lynne Riding, Richard Hartnett, Kristi Ryba, and Lese Corrigan (843.722.9868, www.corrigangallery.com).
ELLA WALTON RICHARDSON FINE ART
Works by contemporary American, Russian, Asian, and European artists are elegantly displayed among the three floors of the 1796 building that houses Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art. The gallery showcases impressionist and realist paintings along with bronze sculptures and jewelry (843.722.3660, www.ellarichardson.com).
HELENA FOX FINE ART
Located in the French Quarter, Helena Fox Fine Art specializes in contemporary representational art. Since opening its doors in 2005, the gallery has garnered a reputation for carrying both nationally and internationally known artists, including Southern impressionist painter West Fraser, maritime artist Donald Demers, and acclaimed wildlife sculptor Kent Ullberg. In September of this year, Helena Fox Fine Art opened a sister gallery, Palmetto Bluff Gallery, in Bluffton, SC (843.723.0073, www.helenafoxfineart.com).
HORTON HAYES FINE ART
At the corner of State and Queen Streets in downtown Charleston, Horton Hayes Fine Art features original works by locally and nationally recognized artists. While much of the artwork focuses on Lowcountry themes, there is also a wide range of subject matter, from European scenes to western landscapes and still lifes to interiors (843.958.0014, www. hor ton h ay es .com).
JOHN CARROLL DOYLE ART GALLERY
A native of Charleston, John Carroll Doyle finds his inspiration in both the city and the surrounding Lowcountry. Stop by the gallery in the late afternoon and he is usually there to chat (843.577.7344, www. johncdoyle.com).
MARTIN GALLERY
Martin Gallery is in the Grand Salon of the historic People's Building, which is situated along tie Gallery Row art district on Broad Street. The gallery represents more than 30 national and international artists (843.723.7378, www.martin gallerycharleston.com).
ROBERT LANGE STUDIOS
Recently relocated to 2 Queen Street, Robert Lange Studios represents painters and photographers who exemplify the best in contemporary realism and abstraction. Artists currently represented by the gallery include Joshua Flint, John Duckworth, Sean Clancy, Megan Aline, and Robert Lange (843.805.8052, www.robertlangestudios.com).
SMITH KILLIAN FINE ART
Charleston's gallery for contemporary realism, Smith Killian Fine Art features works by Lowcountry colorist Betty Anglin Smith and her triplets: daughters Jennifer Smith Rogers and Shannon Smith and son Tripp Smith. The gallery also represents sculptors Darrell Davis and Andi Mascarenas, oil painters Kim English and Susan Romaine, and others (843.853.0708, www.smith killian.com).
THE SYLVAN GALLERY
In the heart of the antique and art district along King Street, The Sylvan Gallery focuses on traditional 20th- and 21st-century representational art. The gallery has an impressive roster of noted artists, such as painters Walt Gonske, Yingzhao Lui, William Kalwick, Dan Gerhartz, Nancy Bush, and William Berra as well as sculptors Glenna Goodacre, Gerald Balciar, and Tim Cherry (843.722.2172, www.thesylvangallery.com).
WELLS GALLERY
Only steps from Queen Street and the Gibbes Museum of Art, Wells Gallery represents an eclectic group of both emerging and established contemporary American artists. The gallery showcases a varied selection of paintings, jewelry, and hand-blown glass by artists such as Kevin LePrince, Earl B. Lewis, Rick McClure, George Pate, Sue Stewart, Karen Larson Turner, and Kim Weiland. Wells Gallery also has a second location at The Sanctuary, a luxury hotel on nearby Kiawah Island (843.853.3233, www.wellsgallery.com).
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Sculpture in the South
With more than 700 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the small town of Summerville. South Carolina, is a lovely place to visit any time of the year, but especially in the spring when the town hosts the Sculpture in the South show and sale. One weekend each May. Sculpture in the South takes over Azalea Park, a 12-acre oasis in the center of town with ponds, paths, fountains, and an idyllic sculpture garden. The juried show features 35 nationally and internationally known sculptors, all of whom are on site to chat with visitors and demonstrate their techniques. High-quality art, a beautiful setting, and the intimate nature of the show make it one of the most anticipated art events in the state. The 12th annual Sculpture in the South takes place May 15-16. 2010. so plan your visit now. Summerville is just 24 miles from Charleston. For more information: 843.851.7800, www.sculptureinthesouth.com.
Hilton Head
Less than 100 miles south of Charleston is the island community of Hilton Head. This family-friendly seaside getaway boasts 12 miles of beachfront. 50 miles of bike and nature trails, tennis courts, marinas, and 24 golf courses. But playing outdoors in the sunshine isn't the only appeal of Hilton Head. There is an impressive number of cultural offerings for an island this size, including theatre, a symphony orchestra, and an array of art galleries.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Brookgreen Gardens
The first public sculpture garden established in the United States, Brookgreen Gardens is 70 miles north of Charleston, an easy day trip. With 1,200 works by 350 sculptors, it claims title to the world's largest collection of American figurative sculpture in an outdoor setting. Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington founded the gardens in 1931 to preserve the native flora and fauna and to display art in a natural environment. Anna, a noted sculptor, designed the garden walkways in the shape of spread butterfly wings: the sculptures are by American artists from the early 19th century to the present. In addition to artwork, and stunning botanical displays. Brookgreen Gardens boasts an arched canopy of towering live oak trees planted by plantation owners in the 1700s. A National Historic Landmark. Brookgreen Gardens is a 9.200-acre coastal preserve that also features a zoo. hiking trails, and interpretive tours. For more information: 843.235.6000 or www.brookgreen.org-
PLACES TO VISIT
ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD
Presenting regular monthly exhibits, the Arc League of Hilton Head features two- and three-dimensional works as well as fine-art crafts and jewelry. A group show with works by Barbara Snow, Kathy Tortorella, Judy McElyrin, and Vickie Bailey Ebbers continues through November 7: paintings by Ted Jordan are on display November 9-December 5; and the Holiday Arts Boutique and Miniatures Show runs December 7<-Janu谩ry 9, 2010 (843.681.3U60, www.hhal .org).
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROUNA
A professional performing and visual arts facility, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina hosts ongoing exhibitions in the Walter Greer Gallery. From November 7 through January 22, 2010, the gallery presents an exhibit of Ben Ham's large-format nature photography, with photo essays on locations in Colorado and the South Carolina Lowcountry (843.842.2787, www.artshhi.com).
ENDANGERED ARTS, LTD.
Founded in 1994, Endangered Arts has expanded over the years to accommodate works by many of today's leading environmental artists, such as Roy Tabora, Michael Maiden, Joseph. Quillan, Julie Rogers, and internationally renowned sea-life artist Wyland. The gallery carries original paintings and photographs as well as limited editions (843.785.5075, www.endangeredarts.com).
HERITAGE GALLERY AT HARBOUR TOWN
Featuring maritime painter John Stobart, Heritage Gallery at Harbour Town specializes in signed and numbered prints made from Stobart's original oil paintings, which gloriously depict the era of great dipper ships ($43.671.9700, www.stobart.com).
MORRIS & WHITESIDE GALLERIES
One of the premier art galleries in South Carolina, Morris & Whiteside Galleries showcases representational works. from 55 regional and national artists - painters such as- Karin Jurick, Bobby Bagley, Joe Bowler, Michael Kara芦, Dan McCaw, and Danny McCaw, as well as sculptors G lentia Good acre and Walter Matia. Earlier this year, Morris & Whiteside acquired The Red Piano Art Gallery, the oldest art gallery in the state,,and consolidated both galleries under brie roof. Morris & Whiteside is also one of the sponsors of. the annual Charleston Art Auction, which takes place on Saturday, November 7 (843.842.4433,.www. morris-whiteside.com).
COPYRIGHT: Copyright Active Interest Media Nov 2009. Provided by Proquest- CSA, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Only fair use as provided by the United States copyright law is permitted.
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