Jazz Night is back this month! So 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 know and love. The popular ensemble will bring their musical stylings to the gallery for … Continue reading August Jazz Night
The gallery will feature Raleigh, NC artist Chantal Tomiello's newest works in a one-woman show titled The Shape of Light: Dreaming in Color from Saturday August 23 through Saturday, Sept. 23. According to the artist, "This series is made up mostly of landscapes—trees, water, luminous skies. I’m drawn to those elements because they hold so … Continue reading Chantal Tomiello show – Dreaming in Color
We're excited to have Chantal Tomiello back with more of her stunning work, including two nine-foot acrylic paintings. This latest series, The Shape of Light: Dreaming in Color, is made up primarily of landscapes that feature her distinctive trees, water, and luminous skies. She says, "I’m drawn to those elements because they hold so much … Continue reading Chantal Tomiello Reception – Dreaming in Color
Techniques & Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting This painting class is open to acrylic and oil painters of all skill levels. I will be sharing my expertise in acrylics, as well as layout techniques, composition, value, and color theory. Students will have the opportunity to work with photo references and are encouraged to explore their own … Continue reading Acrylic Painting w/ Rachel Sunnell
Local artists Becky Steele and Simone Esquibel have come together in a collaborative project blending their respective loves of acrylic painting and mosaic art. These are presented as pairs of artwork. The process begins with Becky’s abstract painting which Simone then translates into a mosaic interpretation of the original, creating her mosaic on top of … Continue reading Spotlight Artists – Becky Steele & Simone Esquibel
Stacked Mosaic Abstract Workshop w/ Simone Esquibel and Becky Steele. This workshop is a non-traditional take on mosaic art blending the worlds of acrylic painting and mosaic art that stacks mosaic glass over an acrylic painting of your own design. This is a 4 week class on consecutive Saturdays. Sept 20th, 27th, Oct 4th, & … Continue reading Stacked Mosaic Abstract Workshop w/ Simone Esquibel and Becky Steele
The Wildlife Artists of the Carolinas and the Waterway Art Association are joining together to share an exhilarating show, Wild About Art. This theme invites artists to draw inspiration from the natural world, capturing the vibrant colors, dynamic forms, and intricate patterns found in wildlife and landscapes. The show opens at Sunset River Gallery on … Continue reading Wild About Art Reception
Join us for another 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 jazz musicians. The popular ensemble brings their musical stylings to the gallery for two hours of jazz standards and the Great American Songbook. Jazz … Continue reading Jazz Night
Saturday October 18, 11am - 3pm, with a break (bring snacks). Instructor Samantha Spalti. This is a one day (4-hour) workshop about using the elements and principles of art and basic color theory to create art. This is an exploratory workshop; we will be painting studies and will not be leaving with finished work. (Not … Continue reading Unstick Your Brain Part 2 – So You Want to be a Painter
Kinetic Ambit opens Oct. 25 and runs through Dec. 6. We hope you'll join us at the opening reception on Saturday, October 25 from 2 - 4 p.m. to meet artist (and gallery director) Samantha Spalti. This show, which is a revisited version of the exhibit that she first shared at Leland Cultural Center last … Continue reading Samantha Spalti Reception – Kinetic Ambit
This watercolor class is an introduction into fun and expressive portraits using bold colors, strong values and searching for your own creative voice. This is a great beginning into learning about the structure of a face and shaping it toward your own unique style. I hope this class gives you something useful and inspiring to … Continue reading Santa Portrait Workshop w/ Brenda Riggins
You're invited to our 11th annual Holiday Art Market. This year's three-day event will be held Friday, Nov, 14 through Sunday, Nov. 16! (Yes, we'll be open on Sunday for this fun event!) Save the date and shop locally for artisan crafted art and unique gifts in a low-key, fun atmosphere. Look for local art, … Continue reading Holiday Art Market