Welcome to Third Thursdays! Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC. AfterHours is a local band of talented musicians – Jeff Norris on sax, Bill Selway on bass, Dennis Brown on keys, Cliff Hackford on … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz w/AfterHours Band
Our first class filled up, so we've added another Dune House class! Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! This time we'll be painting a sweet seaside beach house set in the dunes. Using basic shapes and a simple color palette, … Continue reading Paint & Party – Dune House
Dot painting is a technique where dots are painted using special tools to create designs. For this Paint & Party class, we'll be decorating two four-inch tiles in one of two designs: a sea turtle or a geometric mandala design. Tools and how-to's are included. Once oven-cured, these can be used as coasters. Samantha will … Continue reading Paint & Party – Dot Painting on Tile
Our April author, Teri M. Brown, is know for her portrayals of strong women. In "Daughters of Green Mountain Gap," she doesn't disappoint. Teri weaves a compelling tale of three generations of remarkable North Carolina women living at the turn of the 20th century shedding light on racism, fear of change, loss of traditions, and … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Teri M Brown
Abstract paintings to fit any corner of your house. In this Saturday-Sunday workshop, we will explore abstract painting in series to create four harmonious pieces to brighten any corner of your house. We will start working on a paper to make the first series and explore color combination, composition, and the importance of white space. … Continue reading Small Abstracts Workshop w/Cristiana Rioli
Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! This time we'll be painting a marshscape – complete with rowboat. Using a simple color palette and a little guidance from Ginny, you'll complete your own acrylic painting with ease. Come with your best … Continue reading Paint & Party – Rowboat On Marsh
Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC. AfterHours is a local band of talented musicians – Jeff Norris on sax, Bill Selway on bass, Dennis Brown on keys, Cliff Hackford on the drum kit, and … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz
We're pleased to announce that once again, Waterway Art Association will be holding its Spring Show and Sale right here at the gallery! This is always a popular event, featuring works in oil, pastel, mixed media, watercolor, acrylic, photography, and more – all by some of the most talented artists in the area. An especially … Continue reading Waterway Art Association Spring Show
Uncork your creativity with this wine-inspired still life in rich jewel tones. Not to worry, Samantha will help you through it step by step. Come with your best pals, or fly solo and make new friends! BYO snacks & beverage. Gallery provides everything else: paint, brushes, canvas, aprons, and instruction. Let’s Paint & Party. $35 … Continue reading Paint & Party – A Night in Tuscany
Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! Back by popular demand is this tranquil marshscape – complete with rowboat. Using a simple color palette and a little guidance from Ginny, you'll complete your own acrylic painting with ease. Come with your … Continue reading Paint & Party – Rowboat On Marsh – Encore!
Form: Sculptural & Functional opens Friday, May 3 and runs through Saturday, June 8. Featuring artists from North and South Carolina, the show includes works in clay, fiber, art glass, and more. Jurying is complete. An opening reception to meet the artists is scheduled for May 3 from 5 -7 p.m. Best In Show will … Continue reading Juried 3D Show Reception
Concepts of Abstract Workshop: Composition and Color Instructor Samantha Spalti Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. $95, nonrefundable This is a stand-alone workshop but does continue the exploration begun in the first Concepts in Abstract workshop. We will be discussing different kinds of compositions (ratios, symmetry/asymmetry, pos/neg space, rule … Continue reading Concepts of Abstract Workshop