Thanksgiving weekend is always a big shopping event, but not everyone enjoys the early morning door busters, big box stores and malls. So we invite you to Shop Local and Shop Small right here in Calabash, NC. We’re open both Black Friday and Small Business Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Art Makes Great … Continue reading Black Friday & Small Business Saturday
Join us for an evening of Holiday revelry and live jazz by AfterHours band 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 here in Brunswick County. The popular ensemble will bring their musical stylings to the gallery … Continue reading Third Thursday Jazz & Holiday Party
Six Thursdays from Jan 9- Feb 13, 10:00-12:30 $150 | non-refundable Please bring your own inspiration photo and supplies. The course will begin with examination of reference photos and things to be aware of in your photos. We will learn how to see the important areas of your photo to help develop a likeness. We … Continue reading Watercolor Portrait Class w/Brenda Riggins
SORRY! This class is full, but we've added another class on Jan. 22! Start off the New Year with a fun Paint & Party event! Samantha will walk you through this charming Snowy Egret collage on paper and canvas! Come on your own or bring your best pals with you (along with a snack and … Continue reading Paint & Party – Snowy Egret
Otis L. Lee, Jr. is a remarkable individual who defied the challenges of segregation and Jim Crow laws during his upbringing. Originally an attorney, Otis has now embarked on a successful career as an author. In November 2024 he spoke at the gallery's Coffee With the Authors event about his book, "I Was Born in … Continue reading Otis Lee: A Dive Into the Culture of Quilombos
Our Jan 15th class filled up in one day, so we've set up another! Start off the New Year with a fun Paint & Party event! Samantha will walk you through this charming Snowy Egret collage on paper and canvas! Come on your own or bring your best pals with you (along with a snack … Continue reading Paint & Party – Snowy Egret #2
Drawing Towards Insight is ideal for any level abstract painter. Acrylic and mixed media instructor Marybeth Bradbury will guide us through creating shapes that have meaning and making marks that communicate your message. We'll be creating our own abstracted or conceptual portraits. We'll study how to actually use the techniques we learn and how to … Continue reading Abstract Mark Making Workshop w/Marybeth Bradbury
For this much awaited show, artists are exploring the evocative power of indigo in its many forms - color, mood, and metaphor. Whether through dreamlike blues, quiet solitude of evening shadows, or rich textures of indigo dye, works in this insightful show capture moods that range from serene to mysterious. Mood Indigo is a thread … Continue reading Mood Indigo Exhibition
The gallery is excited to feature Myrtle Beach artist Debanjana Bhattacharjee as the Spotlight Artist from Feb. 1 through March 29. Born in Mumbai, India, Debanjana moved to Myrtle Beach, SC in 2015 from Texas. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the University of Mumbai and a post graduate diploma in computer applications. … Continue reading Artist Spotlight Debanjana Bhattacharjee
Our Jan. 25 workshop is full, so we've added another class. Drawing Towards Insight is ideal for any level abstract painter. Acrylic and mixed media instructor Marybeth Bradbury will guide us through creating shapes that have meaning and making marks that communicate your message. We'll be creating our own abstracted or conceptual portraits. We'll study … Continue reading Abstract Mark Making Workshop w/Marybeth Bradbury — new class
Wear your heart on your sleeve when you sit down to paint this sweet Valentines Garden with Samantha. This will be fun. Bring your pals or come on your own and make new friends. We can't wait to see you! As always, bring your own snack and beverage. We provide everything else – paint, brushes, … Continue reading Paint & Party – Valentines Garden
"When you come to a fork in the road, take it." – Yogi Berra Plan to join us February 15, when Gary and Sue Baird regale us with tales of their 13,075 mile road trip this past summer. Gary is a nature photographer, so he planned the trip to go through 17 national parks in the … Continue reading Gary Baird – When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It