Raleigh, NC-based artist Eric McRay's much awaited collage show, which is titled Southern Comfort, opens Friday, July 26, 2024 with a public reception from 5 - 7 p.m. Please join us to meet Eric and hear his firsthand inspirations for this insightful exhibition of original collages. According to the artist he uses collage to expose … Continue reading Southern Comfort w/Artist Eric McRay Reception
Popular instructor Cristiana Rioli will be holding a two-day workshop where participants will learn how to texturize their work. You'll learn how to add interest to your paintings with plaster and marble dust, among other things. Everything is supplied, but if you have preferred tools, feel free to bring them. This will be about technique, … Continue reading Texture Workshop w/Cristiana Rioli
NOTE: Due to Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debby, this date was changed from Aug. 8 to Aug. 15.Henry Hack served 22 years with the Nassau County, NY Police Department, rising to the rank of inspector. He commanded the Scientific Investigation Bureau and was qualified as an expert witness in several forensic evidence areas. In "The Pipes Are … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Henry Hack
Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery.AfterHours is a local band of seasoned musicians you may have seen performing at local restaurants here in Brunswick County. The popular ensemble will bring their musical stylings to the gallery for … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz Night
Samantha will take you through this charming painting of a sea turtle stroke by stroke. You'll be surprised at how easy the shapes come together! Come with your best pals or fly solo and make new friends. Bring your own beverage and snacks. Gallery provides everything else – canvas, paints, brushes, and aprons. Let's Paint … Continue reading Paint & Party – Sea Turtle
This is a one-day wheel workshop with instructor Jamie Futera. Not without challenges, this class is for experienced clay artists. We'll be creating a clay gnome. You’ll throw the main structure on the wheel and then apply the details by hand. Price includes bisque firing. $45. Nonrefundable.
Another class for potters with some experience, we’ll be creating a clay gnome. Instructor is Jamie Futera. Price includes bisque firing. $45. Non-refundable.
Would you like a deeper understanding of art? Do you know what you like but can't explain why? Would you like to learn how to look at art with a more critical eye? Gallery director (and artist) Samantha Spalti has put together a one-day class that's great for both art lovers and artists. Join her … Continue reading Class: How to Look at Art
New works by Raleigh, NC artist Chantal Tomiello will be featured at the gallery in a one-woman show titled The Shape of Light. The show includes 19 of her original acrylic pieces showcasing her popular abstracted landscapes, female figures, and several ballet motif paintings.The show runs from Friday, Sept. 6 through Saturday, Oct. 12. An … Continue reading Opening Reception – Chantal Tomiello: The Shape of Light
Paint & Party is a fun time where you can uncork your creativity and your favorite beverage in a friendly atmosphere with no pressure to stay inside the lines. No experience necessary! For this unique Paint & Party class, Samantha will take you through creating a stylized mermaid on paper and then pasting it on … Continue reading Paint & Party – Mermaid Collage
Denny Hamann is set to speak at the gallery's Coffee With the Authors series on Thursday, Sept. 12 from 11 a.m. - 12 noon. Denny says, "Southern towns are brimming with stories and storytellers. The sleepy little textile mill town in central North Carolina, where I grew up, is no exception. I began writing short … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Denny Hamann
Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! Ginny will take you through this fun Dune Fence design. Bring your best pals, or come on your own and make new friends! BYO snacks & beverage. Gallery provides everything else: paint, brushes, … Continue reading Paint & Party – Dune Fence