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
Six Thursdays from Sept 5 - Oct 10, 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. … Continue reading Portrait Class w/Brenda Riggins – Fall 2024
New works by Raleigh, NC artist Chantal Tomiello will be featured at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC in a one-woman show titled The Shape of Light. The exhibit includes 20 of her original acrylic pieces showcasing her popular abstracted landscapes, female figures, and several ballet motif paintings. Gallery director Samantha Spalti said, “Chantal knows … Continue reading Exhibition – Chantal Tomiello: The Shape of Light
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
North Carolina artist Mary Welch Austin is being featured at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC as the Spotlight Artist from Sept. 16 through Nov. 2. She has a keen appreciation for the magic of light and texture and the compositional dance of positive and negative spaces in nature. Her acrylic and oil paintings are … Continue reading Mary Welch Austin named Spotlight Artist Sept. 16 – Nov. 2
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
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
Please note: this is a. new date for this event! It was originally scheduled for Sept. 18. We have just two open spots, so call today if you're interested! Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! Ginny will take you through … Continue reading Paint & Party – Dune Fence (New Date)
Join us for this month's Coffee With the Authors presentation with the always popular Lenny Di Gregorio as he talks about his latest, "Lost & Found in Manhattan." Get ready for a thrilling ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Imagine being alone in a dark, empty … Continue reading Coffee With the Authors – Lenny Di Gregorio
We've all seen the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene throughout western North Carolina. We want to help, so we're working through CERF+, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping artists get ready for emergencies – and get back on their feet afterwards. The organization provides comprehensive resources, education, and relief programs to artists in need. In … Continue reading N.C. Strong – Two-week benefit to help Western North Carolina