Your last dot painting class was such fun, we've decided to do it again, this time on cardboard bar coasters! Dot painting is a technique where dots are painted using special tools to create designs. For this Paint & Party class, we’ll be decorating a set of four round coasters in one of two designs: … Continue reading Paint & Party – Dot Painting Bar Coasters
This is a one-day wheel workshop with instructor Jamie Futera. Not without challenges, this class is for experienced clay artists. Participants will build this charming birdhouse. You'll throw the main structure on the wheel and then apply the details by hand. Price includes bisque firing. $45. Nonrefundable. Sign up here!
Don't miss this very special show of smaller paintings, photographs, and more – all 12 inches by 12 inches and smaller! Featuring work by some of your favorite artists, you'll find oil paintings, acrylics, mixed media, and watercolor – most of which fit easily into a suitcase or shipping envelope. These little beauties are perfect … Continue reading Small Works Show
Another class for potters with some experience, we'll be creating two folded pieces – a planter and a folded dish/bowl. Instructor is Jamie Futera. Price includes bisque firing. $45. Non-refundable. Sign up here!
Ou newest show, a special Small Works exhibition is set to open on June 14. Please join us for the Opening Reception from 5 - 7 p.m. that day. We're have plenty of eats and refreshments for you as you meet some of the artists who are bringing us these small but mighty pieces of … Continue reading Opening Reception: Small Works
Abstract paintings to fit any corner of your house. In this one-day 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 One-Day Small Abstracts Workshop w/Cristiana Rioli
Works by professional wood turner Bob Moffet will be featured at Sunset River Gallery from June 15 - July 15. On display will be a range of items including lidded boxes, platters, bowls, and larger art pieces. Bob is a past president of the Piedmont Woodturners Association and treasurer of the Chapel Hill Woodturners. His … Continue reading Spotlight Artist: Bob Moffett June 15 – July 15
For this Paint & Party class, Ginny will be helping you create two separate 8x10-inch paintings that work together as a diptych (Look closely, you can hang them in reverse order if you choose). This will be lots of fun and, never fear, Ginny will walk you through it and help you bring out your … Continue reading Paint & Party – Beach Diptych
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 Third Thursday Jazz
Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! Samantha will take you through this brand new Beach Hat design. Bring your best pals, or come on your own and make new friends! BYO snacks & beverage. Gallery provides everything else: paint, … Continue reading Paint & Party – Beach Hat
Abstract Workshop Instructor Ginny Lassiter Saturday, July 13, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Join Ginny to explore this low-stress approach to painting abstracts. She will share insights into the elements of abstract, composition, color, and contrast. Working with a limited palette to create a cohesive design, you will have an opportunity to work on … Continue reading Abstract Workshop w/Ginny Lassiter
Back by popular demand is our sailboat collage, but this time it's a Sunset Sail. You'll create your own on a 20 x 16 canvas using acrylic paint and tissue paper for the sail. We'll have plenty of tissue paper here, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.This will be a lot … Continue reading Paint & Party – Sunset Sail Collage