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North Charleston Arts Festival Spring Festival Guide: for South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia Artisphere
Expressions of Spring
Spoleto USA
Artists & Craftsman II
Piccolo Spoleto
Artist Profiles: Lynn Riding, Simon Kenevan
Fall Festival Preview
Jack Alterman: My City Charleston Blending Tides Kate Waddell Charleston Supported Art
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NoMo: Charleston’s New Culinary Destination Artist Profile: Chef Geoff Rhyne’s Red Clay Hot Sauce
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New Books by Lowcountry Authors
Social Cues from The Modern Connection—117
Girls Rock Summer Camp
One River, One Boat by Marjory Wentworth
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE SO WHY A FESTIVAL ISSUE? Festivals are about entertainment, enjoyment, and a reason to throw some of the best parties of the year. They’re also about the profound impact of bringing a city together to collaborate, connect, and celebrate the passion and enthusiasm that makes us human. Local talent, visionaries, and volunteers unite to create an incredible opportunity for artists and patrons to interact. Those shared experiences inspire appreciation for the skills and accomplishments of the past and instill meaning to influence the future. We’ve created a list of some of the best festivals happening this spring, not only in Charleston but also a short drive away in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Keep up to date with our festival reviews online, and maybe we’ll spot you at a festival or two. SO WHAT ELSE IS NEW AT ART MAG? Well, we’ve got new stories to tell. Our new Collectors Series will go into a reader’s home each issue to showcase their art collection and tell their story. We’ll find out what inspires them to collect and show you that collecting is an evolving part of life at every stage. Did someone say garden cocktail party? Charleston is known for its hospitality and its parties. Maybe we’ll inspire you in the art of hosting the perfect one. We’re also keeping the party going with Art Mag Online. We’ll let you know what to expect from us throughout spring, as well as ways to share with us what you’re up to. Thank you for connecting with us to help build, support, and enjoy this amazing culture in Charleston. — Matt Mill Publisher matt@theartmag.com 8 | thear tmag.com
PUBLISHER Matt Mill matt@theartmag.com EDITOR Stacy Huggins editor@theartmag.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Elizabeth Bulwinkle liz@theartmag.com CONTRIBUTORS Dee Dee Arthur Elizabeth Bowers Ashley Caldwell Elizabeth Gumb Katie Greer Rachel McDermott PHOTOGRAPHY Karson Photography Gregg Lambton-Carr INTERNS Erin Fitzgerald Rachel McDermott COPY EDITOR Jessika Stocker DISTRIBUTION Mike Walsh BECOME AN ART MAG DISTRIBUTORS. EMAIL US AT: info@theartmag.com Š Art Mag is published by Fisheye Media, LLC. All contents are copyright protected and are the sole property of Fisheye Media, LLC. No portion of the magazine may be reproduced without the express written permission of Fisheye Media, LLC.
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ADVERTISERS INDEX Anglin Smith Fine Art — 25 ArtFields — 76 Artisphere International Arts Festival — 75 The Artist’s Loft School — 33 Atelier Gallery — 2 Atrium Art Gallery — 11 Charleston Craft Cooperative Gallery — 33 Charleston Farmers Market — 56 Cone 10 Studios — 55 Dog & Horse Fine Art — 35 Edmund’s Oast — 7 Fat Hen — 55
The work of Chef Jon Cropf of The Drawing Room at The Vendue
Jack Alterman, My City Charleston — 43 Gibbes Museum of Art — 13 Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art — 3 sconce designed by Tyler Hill of Mitchel Hill Gallery
Karson Photography — 44 KTC’S ART — 39 Lisa Willits — 33 Mac Does Hair — 7 Martin Gallery of Fine Art — 13 Michael Hill Gallery — 130 The Modern Connection — 10 North Charleston Arts Festival — 29, 79 Patricia Huff — 39 Poogan’s Porch — 63 Redux Contemporary Art Center — 76
A New Kind of Love by Sarah Atkinson at Atelier Gallery
Robert Lange Studios — 9 SC Bar Car — 73 Show + Tell Art + Design — 29 Social Wine Bar — 63 Stewart Fine Art — 21 New Floral II by Tom Potocki
Surface Craft Gallery — 7 The-Commons — 5 The Vendue — 132 Theatre Charleston — 101 Tom Potocki — 131 Village Repertory Co. — 101 With These Hands Gallery — 39
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THE ROSS F A M I LY
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FOUR TWO-LEGS & TWO FOUR-LEGS :
Buff, Leila, Jack (10), Barlow (6), and Etta & Coule – brother and sister Catahoula hound mixes
Introducing
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eet Buff and Leila Ross: clever, witty, passionate, and warm people who put their whole hearts into everything they do— especially their home and their collection. Their Sullivan’s Island home reflects their passion for art and supporting artists. They collect on an instinctual basis, selecting works that mean something to them and made by artists whom they connect with. Leila’s philosophy on collecting is simple: “If you love it, buy it.” She is a self-professed “awe-junkie,” a term she credits to their friend Mark Sloan, Director of the Halsey Institute. They feel no pressure to fit some arbitrary theme but rather actively evolve an over-arching narrative of their family and home, that is expressed through their love of art. They surround themselves with art and eccentricities, layered at every turn. The shelves read like a curio cabinet; the coffee table like a natural history diorama. Their Southern Gothic living room is magical. The artwork is both magnetic and slightly terrifying. Family heirlooms are seamlessly incorporated with present-day art and objects.
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Collect from your travels—pick up quirky objects or works that speak to you and incorporate them into existing spaces.
So many of the items have been collected in odd places from their travels or bartered with artist friends. Buff tells the story of an installation by artist Jonathan Brilliant. Buff is owner of Alloneword Design, a graphic and web design firm. He built a website for Brilliant, while Brilliant matched Buff, hour for hour. One of Brilliant’s gravity-defying stir stick installations, bound purely by tension, now occupies a seemingly impossible space on their ceiling. If you have a penchant for purchasing artwork and a valuable commodity to offer in return, bartering can be a mutually beneficial transaction. Spring 2015 | 17
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Leila’s prize possession is this commissioned work by Karen Ann Myers featuring their sons Barlow and Jack.
Salon-style walls can be just as impactful as buying one large work
The master bedroom is a bright and contemporary space imbued with female energy. The boys’ rooms are splashed with bright and humorously offbeat work. They recently purchased an Airstream trailer, which they plan to use as a standing getaway/guesthouse.The whole house is gloriously ‘them.’ One of Leila’s greatest gifts is her eye for curating—cobbling together seemingly disparate works of art into cohesive, engaging spaces. For the average Joe or Jane, that can seem wildly intimidating or even impossible, but it doesn’t have to be. Recognizing this challenge for many wouldbe collectors, she decided to use her skills in service of those who struggle. She created Show & Tell Art & Design as an online portal 18 | thear tmag.com
and platform to feature emerging artists. S&T has an attractive, slick aesthetic and offers meaningful insight into each artist represented. Leila helps her clients develop their collections by learning their tastes and thoughtfully connecting them with artists. She also consults on framing and arranging and will even scurry up a ladder to install artwork in your home. Collecting art is a relationship of sorts, and Leila is the ultimate matchmaker. Her sharp eye and quirky wisdom can guide any
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nervous novice or discouraged collector on the path to building a substantive collection that reflects their own personal narrative and provides meaningful support to emerging artists. Their passion for supporting art and artists extends even farther through their handson charitable work in the community. Leila is Secretary of the board of the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, where Buff worked as a Curator before venturing out with Alloneword Design. Buff serves on the board of Redux Contemporary Art Center, another favored avenue for collecting new works. Many of their favorite artworks have been acquired through attending the Redux Annual Art Auction yearly. Through their commitment to supporting the arts with their talent, time, and treasure, Buff and Leila have fostered emerging artists and developed lasting relationships everywhere they go. Through those meaningful relationships, and guided by Leila’s snappy little eye, they have built an everevolving collection filled with treasures, mementos, and reflections of the wondrous lives they lead. AM
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Maggie Taylor, Southern Gothic, 2001. Taylor exhibited this work at the Halsey in early 2002 in an exhibition entitled Points of Intervention with Jerry Uelsmann. It was the last work of art that Buff’s mother, Rose Mitchell, purchased before she passed away.
Art can (and should!) be incorporated into the kids rooms
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Sunset Brilliance by Betty Anglin Smith
Teil Duncan
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Anew by Amy Lind
Metamorphosis by Erin Gregory
Teal Water by Debbie Martin
Lindow by John Thompson
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TWO A&C’S ARE DEFINITELY BETTER THAN ONE Artist & Craftsman Supply Adds a Second Location images: Karson Photography
For many months, the artists of Charleston have been battling traffic and struggling to find parking within any sort of reasonable distance to the only quality art supply store in downtown Charleston. This may sound like a first world problem, but everyone from the enthusiastic student to the professional artist has shared a collective headache—probably because our collective unconscious all agree— this is just wrong. The construction mess of the old Millenium Music building was quickly followed by the sudden loss of a very precious commodity—the Calhoun Street store’s few dedicated parking spots. The A&C team got creative by offering drop-off services for large purchases to downtown customers. The A&C Corporate decided to add a second store on Upper King Street that would be convenient for customers from all over the peninsula and surrounding areas. The team has been toiling away to ready the three-storied Victorian structure that was previously home to costume shop Theatrics 24 | thear tmag.com
Unlimited. It was no small task. All three floors have been cleared out to make way for row after row of high-end watercolor papers, sharpened drawing pencils, and tubes of paint in every color. The interior has been dramatically transformed, splashed in saturated hues from floor to ceiling, and flooded with natural light. It is a decidedly happy space. Between the Calhoun Street and King Street stores, there is nothing you could want now in terms of parking, merchandise, or service. The have hired and trained several new team members to fill both stores with the expert advice that we’re accustomed to. It’s a great day again for artists in Charleston. —SH AM
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Lynne Riding words: Stacy Huggins
Corrigan Gallery 62 Queen Street 843.722.9868 corrigangallery.com ynne Riding seems to have a gift for finding a circular pattern in life and art. During our conversation, she effortlessly formed full circles both physically and metaphorically, expressed in quiet shades, delicate yet strong lines, and meaningful shapes that appear and recur in her artwork and her personality.
about loss, about displacement, and above all that, hope…hope that drives us all on.” The meditative process of installation suits her quiet work, and so she plans to do it alone. Her goal is to make it responsive to the site, a gargantuan 22,000 square foot space just outside of Lake City’s quaint downtown called The ROB.
Riding will participate in the third annual ArtFields, where she will create an installation of her newest works titled Concerning Being.
Just days after completing that installation, Riding will open a solo show in the heart of Charleston’s gallery district. Her exhibition In The Air at Corrigan Gallery will incorporate a combination of two-dimensional paintings and drawings; some works have never been shown before and she created new pieces especially for the exhibition. Much of this work has to do with the ocean and energy, so not surprisingly the three-dimensional pieces that incorporate found objects use dried seaweed from California.
These handcrafted, sculptural vessels have a vein-like, textural surface, “a pulse below the surface,” she says. “It’s about completeness,
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However, the beaches of the east coast inspire most of her works. While walking on Folly Beach, she made rubbings that she later integrated in wax encaustics. Riding gravitates toward the layering qualities, embedding possibilities, and the beautiful surface of
encaustics. Those qualities of encaustics are often similar to her paintings—reductive explorations of “what to bury, and what to reveal.” She describes the painting-andscraping process as “freeing, and unexpected, because you don’t know what you’ll get.” “Paying attention to things, it’s so important, I think.” While she was visiting her parents in Wales one holiday, she noticed her mother saving eggshells. Her mother would scatter them in the garden to keep the snails away. The eggshell came to represent her parents and their fragility. Eggshells first cropped up years ago in a series of paintings in a Contemporary Charleston group show at City Gallery at Waterfront Park, and now again in the interior of the bowls, which aren’t meant to look egg-like, but may.
Riding’s advice to viewers on contemporary artwork:
Just give it time—you need to give it time, to spend time with it. If it doesn’t speak to you, then don’t bother, it doesn’t have to— someone else’s piece will.
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UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS ArtFields, April 24 – May 2, 2015 Lake City, SC Corrigan Gallery, May 1 – 31, 2015 Charleston, SC
These sculptural works are a circular return to her 16-yearold self. She entered her Foundation studies at Hereford College of Art in the UK wanting to be a sculptor. She immediately followed with her BA at Manchester College of Art. Three decades later, she decided to pursue her MFA in painting at the San Francisco Art Institute. The in-depth program “pushed me to find myself and own my artwork more than anything.” It was a rigorous process that turned her classmates into a supportive group of friends. “They broke people down to make them 28 | thear tmag.com
stand up…but it was the best thing I ever did,” she says. Riding has taught thousands of art students at College of Charleston, from 1999-2009, and at the Art Institute of Charleston, from 2008 - present. She recently stepped back from her role as Department Chair at AI, and has happily returned to teaching. “I’m trying to get a nice balance back in my life—the teaching, which I love, and my own work. We all went for a break, and I picked up this acorn; I’ve got hundreds outside my front door, but it’s because [I was away that] I was paying attention. I made a watercolor of it, and said, ‘look, it’s a vessel as well,’ not the acorn itself but the cap.” The fragility of the stem, and the gorgeous angles between the acorn and the stem reminded her of the ink drawings of power lines she used to draw in San Francisco, and later in Charleston…power lines in juxtaposition to an acorn stem. She saved that watercolor as a reminder to step outside her own door and make use of all the ‘acorns’ outside her own home. As an artist, Riding’s strength lies in the presence and the thoughtful qualities of the work. She has a habit of taking daily walks and collecting little found objects that often seem to reflect her internal state at the time. For a while, she was only finding “broken wires and knots and things,” but after a little time away, she suddenly began finding beautiful, colored glass everywhere she looked. She believes in paying attention to these things. “I’ll go to walk by something, and think, ‘no, don’t be so silly, don’t bother’…but, no. No, it showed itself to you…bother.” AM
A c reativel y curated onl i ne gal l e r y wh e re a r tists sh ow thei r work and tel l the ir stor ie s .
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Simon Kenevan words: Stacy Huggins
ife as an artist requires complete physical and spiritual commitment. As a truly committed artist, Simon Kenevan has been known to venture out into some extreme circumstances in pursuit of each moment he captures. Kenevan generously translates those rare moments to the canvas, letting each viewer share in those precious minutes of sparkling seas, raging storms, or the fleeting light of sunrise or sunset. A native of England, Kenevan has made his American home in Woodstock, Georgia, about 30 miles north of Atlanta, but his very
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Martin Gallery 18 Broad Street 843.722.7378 martingallerycharleston.com simonkenevan.com
favorite city is our own seaside paradise of Charleston. He visits regularly for new inspiration. While crossing the bridges to Folly Beach, Kenevan spied a scene of blinding light on the water that he was compelled to capture. He pulled off the road abruptly and traipsed out into the marsh to capture a study for Summer Breeze. “People miss stuff like that, I guess. They’re so busy getting where they’re going,” he says.
southern storms. Last May, Kenevan was commissioned to paint a sand dunes scene, and he took a trip to Wilmington, NC and the surrounding area in search of the perfect dunes. After a few days of exploring Wrightsville Beach, Kenevan drove to
Charleston itself is an inspiration to Kenevan. He even loves the drive in from I-26. “The first smell of pluff mud—every time I come over that little rise [with the first view of the water], there’s a smile. Or coming in on Highway 61, with the plantations, and the anticipation…I’m in love with it.” ‘It’ being none other than Charleston. As a landscape artist, he has encountered some exceptional moments of nature, like the wild temperament of capricious
The first smell of pluff mud— every time I come over that little rise, there’s a smile. Or coming in on Highway 61, with the plantations, and the anticipation…I’m in love with it.
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MEET THE ARTIST: JUNE 5-7, 2015 This year Kenevan celebrates 25 years of a career in painting. During his June exhibition at the Martin Gallery, he’ll open his show at the First Friday art walk (5 – 8 pm) and do live painting demonstrations on Saturday (2 – 6 pm) and Sunday (2 – 5 pm).
Morehead City to catch the Cedar Island Ferry to Ocracoke Island. He barely made the ferry, and then drove straight to the north end of the island. He crossed the beach access to find a deserted beach, with a massive, rolling sea, and thunderstorms spanning the horizon. Above all, the moon rose. As the lightning lit up the clouds, and the storm raged, Kenevan felt a great sense of humanity. He says that was “the most intensely, profoundly moving moment,” a moment he will paint for the rest of his life. The rest of Kenevan days are spent painting in the studio, or perhaps among his books in the study. If he could only have one book to read for the rest of his life, he’d select Ahab’s Wife: or, The Star-Gazer, which certainly seems fitting for this former fisherman. Kenevan talks about collecting as an addiction—collecting 32 | thear tmag.com
moments for his paintings, collecting art, collecting books. He built and filled an entire wall in his study for his addiction to books. We agreed that these are addictions of the very best kind. Kenevan’s collectors rave about his work. “We had been looking for the last six to eight years for the right painting to put over our fireplace,” says Diane McKenzie, of Wild Dunes. Her husband Scott McKenzie continues, “That’s our prized piece in the house—it’s called Serenity Found.The perfect name for that piece.” In our fast-paced world that shows no signs of retreat, taking a step back to spend a moment with Simon Kenevan and the sea sounds pretty wonderful. AM
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original oil paintings www.lisawillits.com Piccolo Spoleto - Marion Square May 22nd - June 6th & Lowcountry Artists Gallery
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“It is never ending—the variety of the
feast that awaits the eye in this, one of the world’s most beautiful cities.” — Joseph P. Riley, Jr., Mayor
My City Charleston at Piccolo Spoleto MAY 22 – JUNE 7, 2015 Jack Alterman Gallery 36 George Street 12 – 6 pm Monday – Sunday mycitycharleston.com mycitycharleston@gmail.com 843.209.2881
JACK ALTERMAN My City Charleston
As a photographer, Alterman has spent a lifetime transferring portraits of his city and neighbors onto paper. Film gave way to digital photography, commercial photography has transitioned to fine art, and the list of notable citizens who enlist Alterman for portraits to celebrate the major moments of their lives grows continually.
the streets daily, chronicling the cornices and cupolas at the first kiss of southern sunlight. Alterman’s ambitious perspectives present fresh compositions, allowing the average ground-dweller an opportunity to examine the bird’s eye architectural details or a view of the city’s connectors—our numerous bridges—from a watery view below.
The success of Jack Alterman’s new book My City Charleston lies with Alterman’s incredible ability to see his life-long home with a curious artist’s eye. The humanity and intimacy of his portraits are somehow imbued into the sweeping cityscapes and landscapes, which are largely devoid of human figures. There may be a small skiff or sailboat on the harbor here and there, but without a doubt, this is a study and celebration of the architecture and identity of Charleston.
My City Charleston is a remarkable portrait of the city that we love so. This is a book for residents and visitors alike, a tribute to this magical place presented as no other artist could. —SH
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“For those of us who have lived a
lifetime in one spot, seeing our city isn’t easy…The city is familiar— that is, like family, dearly loved but often taken for granted.” — Josephine Humphreys, author
ALL IN THE FAMILY — words: Katie Greer
The Smiths: Lowcountry Family of Artists tells the story of Charleston’s most prolific family, the Smiths—oil painter Betty Anglin Smith and her triplets, photographer Tripp Smith and oil painters Jennifer Smith Rogers and Shannon Smith Hughes. For decades, the Smiths have been capturing the Lowcountry’s coastal wetlands, historic architecture, and energetic spirit on both canvas and film.
To preorder the book call 843-853-0708 or info@anglinsmith.com.
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— words: Elizabeth Bowers
Nathan Durfee is one of Charleston’s whimsical treasures— who paints whimsical treasures— and this April he’s collaborating with 12 other local artists to produce the show Blending Tides. On the 3rd of the month, Robert Lange Studios—Durfee’s home gallery—will show 25 mixed media images that Durfee has created by pairing off with artists including gallery owners Robert Lange and Megan Aline; Karen Ann Myers, Associate Director at the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art; popular street artist Patch Whisky; and Finkelstein’s Center owner and plush toy maker, Michelle Jewell. Durfee chose artist friends because the thought made him more creatively comfortable. “It does involve a lot of trust, and everyone needs to be on the same page. I also wanted to pick artists whose styles contrasted enough with my style, so we weren’t competing in the piece.”
BLENDING TIDES April 3 – 24, 2015 Robert Lange Studios 2 Queen Street, downtown Charleston 843.805.8052 robertlangestudios.com
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Like with Megan Aline, who said, “Nathan and I have collaborated in the past, so I knew what I was in for. My paintings tend to be quiet
It’s always nerve-racking to paint on someone else’s piece, so that’s why I chose friends.
landscapes void of narrative, so it’s wonderful when Nathan adds a story to them.”
“It’s problem-solving. It’s how to work with the composition, how to work with the artist.”
Other pieces include sea monsters enveloping a house, goldfish, bats, and another artist’s creation gazing out of a window at Durfee’s creation. He’s painting over Gregg Lambton-Carr’s black and white landscape photography.
The show’s title plays on the old adage, “A rising tide lifts all boats,” and Durfee is using the show as an experiment and learning process. Blending Tides will bring together many of Charleston’s art scene’s great talents, and just as a boat rises on the water’s surface, he hopes that his skills, too, are elevated.
Durfee says, “It’s always nerve-racking to paint on someone else’s piece, so that’s why I chose friends. The ones I’ve been most scared of messing up are Gregg’s, because he does photography on canvas, and I cannot erase!” So, he’s devised a system of digitally mocking up a specific idea and experimenting before taking his own brush to the works.
Durfee concludes, “I’m not trying to force lightning. I’m just trying to have the environment there to see if it hits.” AM
The show is a challenge for him. He only has control over 50 percent of the paintings. Durfee begins half of the paintings while the collaborator finishes them, and vice versa. He sees it as a kind of playground.
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Kate Waddell katewaddellart.com
ART SCHOOL CAN BE THE DEATH OF A YOUNG ARTIST. KATE WADDELL LEFT HER FIRST ART CLASS AT COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON DISCOURAGED AND READY TO PUT AWAY HER BRUSHES FOR GOOD. But great teachers don’t let that happen. Waddell’s professor, the late Tony Csavas, encouraged her to press on and embrace her voice. That is the mark of a great teacher.
day, Waddell and friends found the recently opened store, and instantly knew she wanted to have an art show there. GO FOR IT. Waddell confessed that she was ‘totally terrified’ to ask, but she asked anyway. The collaborative and clever folks at Candlefish surprised her with a ‘Yes!’ and the rest is history. We admire Candlefish’s support of the arts and hope to see more businesses follow their lead. Waddell’s distinctive work is finding its way into homes across the globe, with commissions coming from as far as Australia or Sweden. The guidance of mentors like Teil Duncan and Lulie Wallace have helped Waddell develop her business. MEET THE ARTIST May 7 at Candlefish | 6 – 9 pm 71 Wentworth Street candlefish.com | 843.371.1434
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Her bright colors and heavy lines bring both lightness and weight to the work. Waddell is developing a new body of work for her exhibition at Candlefish, with more pastoral, Southern scenes, and she aims to have 25 brand new paintings to unveil on May 7. If we could say one thing to the artist, it would be, “You’ve got this.” AM
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collection of hand made crafts by professional american PAINTING PHOTOGRAPHY & MORE Craftsmen from all over the United States.
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THE SPRING 2015 ARTISTS of
CHARLESTON S UPPORTED ART — words: Rachel McDermott
Intracoastal Perfect Day by Karin Olah – Fabric, Gouache, Acrylic, Pastel, and pencil on birch
THE ACRONYM “CSA” STANDS FOR MORE THAN LOCAL PRODUCE IN THIS CITY. CHARLESTON SUPPORTED ART WAS CREATED BY SEVEN POWERFUL WOMEN IN THE CHARLESTON ART COMMUNITY WHO HAVE THE COMMON GOAL OF CONNECTING ARTISTS WITH FUTURE ART COLLECTORS.
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With community supported agriculture programs as a model, CSA sells three seasonal shares of art per year. The 12 visual artists were chosen in a competitive application and voting process to participate in either the Spring, Summer, or Fall share. There are four artists per season, and each artist is given a stipend of $1,500 to create 32 works of art for the 32 shareholders of each season. CSA invites the public meet and greet events where they can interact with the artists, and gain a better understanding of their work. We decided to hold our own meet and greet by asking the Spring 2015 CSA artists a couple of questions about their artistic process and lifestyle.
CHAMBERS AUSTELLE Acrylic Paint PROCESS: I normally start with a general shape or gesture, and I let the idea evolve from there. I feel like I work similarly to a collage artist. I’ll play around and layer drawings until I find the composition I like. GOALS: I try to stay busy, and I jump at any opportunity that comes my way. I am very excited about an upcoming collaboration with one of my favorite Charleston photographers, Landon Phillips. INSPIRATION: This might sound cliché, but I love imagery and find inspiration from anything and everything. I look for stories in everything I see, and when I find one that’s evocative enough, I translate it.
Gwynn, 14x18 in, acrylic on birch wood panel
CHRIS NICKELS Mixed Media, Ink, Digital INSPIRATION: I think living in the Atlantic South is really inspiring in itself. There’s a really unpredictable mixture of imagery and people down here. I really enjoy exploring places that I’ve never been. I’m that annoying guy that wants to stop in every small town during a long drive and take a ton of reference photos. As far as artist influence goes, I’m a fan of Japonisme, specifically Henri Toulouse Lautrec and Mary Cassatt. BEST AH-HA! MOMENT: Honestly, this might sound really boring, but it’s when I learned about nondestructive editing techniques in Photoshop. That was an absolute game changer. Appalachia
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ELIZABETH CALCOTE Block Printing on Silk PROCESS: I carve patterns on blocks and print them on silk. Some blocks are individual designs for pocket squares and scarves, while other patterns complete themselves, and they can be printed on any size fabric. After the ink cures, I dye and treat the fabric and create a wearable textile. GOALS: To create more collections with my brand, Sistersgrimm Design, and to eventually start a block-printing atelier in Charleston. INSPIRATION: My patterns are inspired by figures in our past, like Cleopatra, Montezuma, Theodora, and others who brought about significant change in their time. I find inspiration for my colors in the natural world. FAVORITE THING IN THE SPRING: Biking down to Dudley’s on Ann for a cucumber mojito with my wife and friends outside on the patio. The Elemental Collection
KARIN OLAH Fabric, gouache, acrylic, pastel, and pencil on canvas
For more information on buying a share, the 2015 CSA artists, or the selection process, visit CSA’s website at charlestonsupportedart.com.
BEST AH-HA! CAREER MOMENT: After a frustrating day of painting in my studio, I returned to my apartment to unwind and do something that made me feel comforted—quilt making. I have always been attracted to and inspired by fabric—growing up near the quilting heartland of Pennsylvania Amish country, as a fiber major in art school, and working in fashion design in New York City. That night in 2004, as I was arranging fabric squares into a pattern, before I picked up needle and thread, I heard bells go off and saw how I can use fabric as my medium, as they are very much like paint brush strokes. I figured out how to approach the realm of fine art using fabric, a material usually reserved for fine craft. AM
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DISCOVERING A NEW CULINARY DESTINATION — words: Stacy Huggins
NO MATTER WHAT YOU CALL THE AREA, NOMO HAS UNDENIABLY TRANSFORMED FROM UNCHARTED TERRITORY TO THE STOMPING GROUNDS OF MANY. AND IT’S NOT JUST HIPSTERS. THEY’RE THE EARLY ADOPTERS. THE PIONEERS,THE ONES WHO SEE THE FUTURE, AND MOVE THE CHESS PIECE STRATEGICALLY. Our beloved city of Charleston has undergone a dramatic metamorphosis in the 13+ years since your faithful editor moved here. There was a day when the words “Morrison Drive” drew a puzzled look. No one even knew where that was. ‘Oh wait, is that the sketchy road that Martha Lou’s is on?’ (Early Adopters) 45 | thear tmag.com
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SO WHY ARE BUSINESSES MOVING TO NOMO? Simply answered: Money. Space. Parking. And there is the added bonus of relatively minimal interference from the rigid Board of Architectural Review—the local body that reviews and regulates the alterations of any historic building south of Mt. Pleasant Street, all new construction, and demolition of existing buildings. Friendships have been severed and families divided over BAR disagreements—it can get that ugly. The reality is that, thanks to those early adopters, you are no longer required to brave the congested paths of East Bay or King Street for a quality meal downtown.
When CONE 10 STUDIOS (wise Early Adopters) left their Meeting Street storefront just two blocks south of Calhoun Street, we had concerns about how they would survive so far away in this new NoMo corridor. Real estate is still a treasured commodity up there, but Cone 10 has found a spacious home large enough to accommodate all their potters and ceramicists.
A LITTLE GEOGRAPHY The NoMo area, nicknamed for North Morrison Drive, lies in the upper limits of the 29403 zip code. From Huger Street north, it is flanked by Morrison and Meeting Streets and capped where the two streets converge just past the Tattooed Moose (more Early Adopters). It is a fairly industrial area but transforming quicker than a trending hashtag.
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There is still great food to be had in those hallowed halls, but now you have options. And those options have the bike racks and parking spots to match their culinary chops. Scott Shor and Rich Carley own the Charleston Beer Exchange at 10 Exchange Street, just south of Broad and half a block towards Waterfront Park. You’ll be hard pressed to find a business with a swankier address, but when they selected the location for their new restaurant, they opened Edmund’s Oast at the extreme opposite end on Morrison Drive. Edmund’s Oast has been lauded time and again for their food and beverage programs. Patrons flock there nightly— it’s hard to get a table, or even just a couple of seats at the bar. Edmund’s Oast has opened The Bower, a new outdoor seating area and event space, outfitted with a gorgeous bar. They’ve been named Beer Bar of the Year by Imbibe Magazine, for their in-house small batch brewery led by Cameron Read. Head drink slinger Jayce McConnell develops and cleverly names the handcrafted cocktails. His concoctions run the gamut from the timeless Chatham Artillery Punch, available on draft, to the uber-timely The Basic Betch, featuring Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin, Massican Vermouth, Clementine, and Cannonborough Beverage Co’s Grapefruit and Elderflower soda.
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Every fan of the Duck Club shed tears of simultaneous joy and sorrow when The Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” featured the Tattooed Moose. Their sinfully delicious duck confit sandwich has had the place packed ever since. The duck doesn’t stop there. The Duck Fat Fries are nonnegotiable, no matter what diet you may be on. Go for gold and order them with Roasted Garlic & Blue Cheese or served with a side of the Duck Gravy. This is the saltier dog of the two, but its authenticity is undeniable, and they’ve just celebrated five years—which is like 15 in restaurant years. Locals come back for the craft beer, the outdoor deck, the live music, and most definitely for the food. The menu might change on you, but it’s not the constantly rotating, seasonal kind. Your Duck Club will stand the test of time, but our beloved
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brisket sandwich didn’t. Sigh. One order of Duck Fat Fries and Gravy, please, to drown our sorrows. The best news of Winter 2015? Home Team BBQ is opening a third outpost in NoMo. Peninsula-bound diners have been deprived of the best local BBQ for years, but hope shines in the far reaches of 2015. That’s when pit master and owner Aaron Siegel and his team hope to open their newest shop, with 4,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor seating. We hope and pray that Chef Taylor Garrigan will craft a menu that offers the best from both the West Ashley and Sullivan’s Island locations, like their smoked wings (ask for a side of Death Relish!) and the SI burger and
TATTOOED MOOSE 1137 Morrison Drive 843.277.2990 tattooedmoose.com COMING IN 2015: FIERY RON’S HOME TEAM BBQ 126 Williman Street hometeambbq.com
fries. Cured and smoked meats coupled with 100+ bourbons and whiskeys will keep every gentleman (and adventurous lady) satisfied. It’s a strategic location, this NoMo—easily accessible via Interstate 26 and the Ar thur Ravenel Bridge to Mt. Pleasant—and it’s filling in rapidly with quality restaurants and businesses. There are growing pains, as any transitioning area should expect, but the transformation is moving rapidly, and the awkward kinks of adolescence will work themselves out quickly. With the addition of the powerhouse creative workspace 1600 Meeting to the north, great food and ample parking beckoning neighbors from the south, the Early Adopters are surely rejoicing in their foresight to set up shop in NoMo. AM
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Chef Geoff Rhyne of Red Clay Hot Sauce words: Dee Dee Arthur
redclayhotsauce.com hen local chef Geoff Rhyne concocts a hot sauce it is a whole new deal. The excitement around his creation, Red Clay Hot Sauce, comes from the nuanced flavors that are designed to complement food—like a perfect, delicately flavored raw oyster— rather than a tongue-searing sauce that would overpower it. Rhyne was working as a chef at Charleston hotspot, The Ordinary, when he developed an exceptional hot sauce to serve with oysters. His sauce was stationed on each table of the restaurant, packaged in temptingly cute mini bottles that customers kept surreptitiously slipping into their pockets. Rhyne knew he was onto something. He started developing a business plan and looking at the hot sauce market as a niche market. “It is a crazy competitive market. Yes, my hot sauce is delicious, and people are stealing it,” but what would distinguish it from all the others? Rhyne chose to use a cold process, that lets the ingredients shine, and to ferment the sauce in bourbon barrels from High Wire Distillery that impart subtle flavors of oak, bourbon, and vanilla, as well as a bit of 50 | thear tmag.com
sweetness. The Fresno pepper mix is aged for a month and then finished with white wine vinegar—another step up in flavor and quality. Rhyne laments that most hot sauces on the market are made with distilled vinegar. “It is a cleaning agent!” he says. “You wouldn’t find a chef using it to make a vinaigrette.” Last summer, over many breakfasts at the Marina Variety Store, Rhyne settled on a name that is personal to his Southern Georgia roots, Red Clay, and he worked with a graphic designer on the label. Fast-forward seven months later, Red Clay Hot Sauce is carried in 30 stores across the country and on the verge of even wider distribution. Becoming a new father and developing the Red Clay business have turned into his full time pursuit. The plan is to keep expanding and converting people, which is made easier thanks to Leon’s Oyster Shop. Leon’s has been getting tremendous exposure and acclaim for their perfectly fried chicken and fresh seafood— two things that Southerners love to put hot sauce on. Red Clay Hot Sauce sits on each and every table of the restaurant.
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Rhyne saves the seeds from the Fresno peppers he uses. Those seeds will soon be harvested locally at Rebellion Farm to keep up with his growing production. He is toying with dehydrating the leftover pepper pulp to create a dry rub, perfect for smoked chicken wings, and maybe even a green chili sauce. We’ll be cheering for the home team.
WHERE TO FIND IT: Order online at redclayhotsauce.com Locally at St. Alban’s, Leon’s Oyster Shop, The Daily, Caviar & Bananas, and Southern Seasons.
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s Charleston becomes more intensely food-centric, two local knife makers have risen to a cultish, near-celebrity status, thanks to famed local chefs lavishing praise on their blades and using them daily in their professional kitchens.
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Chris Williams and Quintin Middleton are the makers who craft these luxurious tools that turn heads as easily as they open a clusters of local oysters or butcher a pig. You may love your set of Wusthofs, but when you finally pick up a knife that is stunningly beautiful, locally made, and fits in your hand perfectly, you might have a revelation that your beloved German knives are somehow...lacking. Chefs and craftsmen both work with their hands and need the best tools to be efficient, so the bladesmith understands how critical the right handle might be, and how the curve of the blade makes the chef ’s task easier. It is a mutual admiration club; the chefs and the bladesmiths admire the skill and artistry in the other’s profession.
Williams is best known for his oyster knives, which won Garden & Gun’s 2011 “Made In The South” awards, instantly catapulting the business into success and creating a huge demand for their iconic Lowcountry tool. And in this wedding destination/coastal city, what could possibly make a better groomsman gift? His hunting and fishing knives offer the same outstanding craftsmanship and beauty, featuring snazzy embellishments like pieces of bone or oyster worked into the handle with Damascus steel blades. Williams says his life’s passion is to create useful, functional tools that are aesthetically pleasing workhorses, and he hopes they will become instant family heirlooms. He left a successful career in the financial world to pursue this dream and has poured his heart and soul into growing his business and brand.
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Middleton has made his name by specializing in custom knives for chefs. He creates each one based on a personal conversation, asking customers questions about the size of their hand, how tall they are, what they need the knife to do, as well as color and design preferences. Middleton Made Knives is expanding to include a production line of kitchen knives, so that even home chefs on a budget can still get their hands on one of his coveted ergonomic handles. The high carbon steel in Middleton’s knives holds an edge better than stainless steel, giving yet another advantage beyond the pure artistry and exceptional style. Middleton’s studio is in his backyard in St. Stephens, just beyond Goose Creek, and he proudly calls himself a “country boy” in addition to a family man. He hopes that his children will continue the knife making tradition when they are old enough, but in the meantime, Middleton has two full-time employees to help him produce his line of knives and sharpen the blades. He is as much a businessman as he is an artist, and he enjoys breathing life back into his community by 54 | thear tmag.com
MIDDLETON MADE KNIVES middletonmadeknives.com info@middletonmadeknives.com
Available locally at: Charleston Cooks, downtown Charleston; Southern Seasons, Mt. Pleasant WILLIAMS KNIFE CO. williamsknife.com info@williamsknife.com
Available locally at: Grady-Ervin & Co., downtown Charleston; Charleston Angler, West Ashley; Charleston Angler and Southern Seasons, Mt. Pleasant
creating jobs and sharing his success story with school kids who may doubt whether they can rise above their circumstances to achieve their dreams. Middleton is proof positive it that can happen and is a true inspiration to all who cross his path. Both of these talented artists profess that the real glory is living a life full of passion and purpose and sharing that joy with others. AM
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MORE THAN A MIXER Cannonborough Beverage Company’s small batch sodas are handcrafted and carbonated right here in Charleston. They got their start at the Charleston Farmers Market and are taking over the culinary restaurant scene. Get a glass or buy a growler of soda every Saturday at the Farmers Market in Marion Square; starting this summer you can order bottles of this nectar straight from their website, cannonbevco.com.
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These solid ceramic plates and bowls from CBFB Tablescapes are designed by Chip Burr and Fiorenzo Berardozzi of Cone 10 and are the same ones Chef Sean Brock uses at his Husk restaurant on Queen Street. Be on the look out for more of their ceramic plateware in the Piccolo Spoleto exhibition, Plate It Up.
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THE ARTFUL BREW Palmetto Brewery used three Lowcounty artists to render palmetto trees on the labels of their four flagship brews. Louis Bruce, one of the original founders created the Amber Ale, Mickey Williams created the Espresso Porter and Pale Ale labels, and David Boatwright created the Lager label as well as painted the murals at the brewery’s courtyard. The artists worked with The Historic Charleston Foundation, Charleston-based historian Mark Jones, and The University of South Carolina’s South Carolina Library to create historic maps and photos on each six-pack box. Party Trick: Line the boxes up for a seamless view of the palmetto-lined Battery with Fort Sumter in the distance. AM
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One hundred thousand dollars. That is a tidy sum of money in any professional field. At ArtFields, emerging and professional artists have a chance at a portion of $100,000, which represents one of the biggest prizes offered regionally.Yes, that’s big prize money, but ArtFields impact is so much more than that. The competition brings artwork from across 12 Southeastern states to a very rural but accessible location in the midlands of SC to expose residents and visitors to world-class art they might never see otherwise. Artists from metro and rural markets have the opportunity to be seen by the notable figures that make up the review panel and the festival jury—art directors, curators, dealers, and educators who represent both the private and public realms. The festival boosts the small town of Lake City by utilizing the locally owned businesses and public spaces as venues for exhibiting artwork, which offers a greater opportunity for viewers who might not feel comfortable in a fine art gallery or museum. We asked four artists who are participating in this year’s competition: What is so special about this opportunity? What motivated you to apply and participate? What does an event like ArtFields mean for the region?
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TARLETON BLACKWELL – Manning, SC Blackwell is an accomplished artist, and served as a juror for ArtFields’ 2014 student art competition. He decided to apply to the 2015 competition to reach new markets—for the exposure to an art-buying public and the chance to network with artists from across the region.
EDWARD RICE – Augusta, GA Lese Corrigan Four Singles, 2015, woodcuts, 27 x 27 in “Build it and they will come,” says Edward Rice. Rice draws comparison ALDWYTH – Hilton Head Island, SC between ArtFields, set in rural Lake City, with “This will be my first year at ArtFields. the Crystal Bridges Museum Of American It is a great opportunity for southern Art in Bentonville, Arkansas. “It is a very artists to show their work to curators important destination located in a nonand collectors and on the other side traditional location,” he says. Curator Chad to bring more locals into the world Alligood of the Crystal Bridges Museum will of enjoying works of art. The more serve as a judge at ArtFields. art appreciators around, the more opportunities for artists.” Edward Rice Awakening, 2014, oil on canvas, 42 x 36 in
We applaud ArtFields for embracing the spaces that others may have overlooked, for creating an unprecedented platform that supports and celebrates artists, and involving the Lake City community. AM
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LESE CORRIGAN – Charleston, SC “I have been lucky to be included in all the ArtFields shows so far. It is a wonderful opportunity for artists to be seen outside of their regular venues, and the possibilities of prizes surpasses anything we have had in the region. It is also exciting to see what the energy of the show and events have brought to Lake City, with new businesses, renovated buildings, and regional attention to the art scene.”
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Since 1982, The North Charleston Arts Festival has been a Lowcountry tradition. Presented by The City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department, the festival has transformed, growing from one to nine days long, and attracting more than 30,000 visitors. The North Charleston Arts Festival has stayed true to their mission; they strive to make and keep the arts accessible in order to increase the quality of life for all who attend. The multi-disciplinary festival is inclusive by nature, representing all genres of art from visual art, theatre, music, photography, literature, and media. Over 200 events are scheduled to take place around Nor th Charleston’s accessible public spaces, like libraries, schools, parks, and community gathering places. North Charleston Arts Festival strives to create either free or affordable prices for their events. 68 | thear tmag.com
The North Charleston Arts Festival holds several annual competitions and juried exhibitions. The festival’s Design Competition showcases the winner’s artwork in all promotional material for the 2015 festival. This year’s winner is Karole Turner Campbell, affectionately known as KTC; her mixed media piece Jubilee will also be added to the City’s public art collection. The National Outdoor Sculpture Competition will be held at the North Charleston Riverfront Park; judged fine art and photography exhibitions, and the SC Palmetto Hands Fine Craft Competition will be held at the Charleston Area Convention Center.
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If you can’t make anything else, check out one of the street parties or the Festival Finale, featuring an outdoor concert, food truck rodeo, and fireworks on the riverfront. MAIN EVENT The North Charleston Arts Festival represents a wonderfully inclusive aggregation of talented artists and events that welcome and engage the Lowcountry community as a whole—make sure you’re part of it. AM
The main event will take place May 2 – 3 at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Admission and parking are free, and the main event features 40+ performances on four stages, as well as a juried art exhibition, craft vendors, a food court, the Village Antiques and Collectibles show, and a Lowcountry Gem and Mineral Society show. NEW & RETURNING New this year is an educational lunchtime series that will include writers’ workshop, lectures, exhibition tours, and a felt-making workshop at the North Charleston City Hall. Latin Night returns this year on Saturday, May 2, at the Riverfront Park.
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Festival Guide NEED TO FALL IN LOVE WITH THE OUTDOORS AND SPRING ALL OVER AGAIN? FILL YOUR TIME WITH FESTIVALS. Here’s a list of festivals taking place in Charleston and a short drive away. So get your sundresses and seersucker suits out, and hang out with the birds and the bees while you enjoy some of the finest visual, performing, and culinary arts in the Southeast. 70 | thear tmag.com
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The 39th annual Lowcountry Shrimp Festival is a celebration of the annual Blessing of the Fleet, a long-standing tradition to bless fishermen and shrimpers with a good season...and an excuse to fill your belly with shrimp, beer, and other Lowcountry cuisine. They’ll also have live music and a kid’s corner filled with inflatables, face paint, and a petting zoo.
DIG SOUTH April 28 – May 2, 2015 Charleston, SC digsouth.com DIG SOUTH is a hybrid of conference and festival, showcasing the tech and creative industries with panel talks, pitch sessions, and demonstrations. They feature live music, Shindigs and Mashups, and showcase the most innovative folks through the new DIG Create series.
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ARTISPHERE May 8-10, 2015 Greenville, SC artisphere.us Artisphere closes the streets of downtown Greenville and brings more than 100 artists and thousands of visitors to the Upstate of South Carolina for one of the best arts festivals around. Enjoy artist demonstrations, culinary arts, live music, auctions, food, wine, and craft beer. Clemson University students will be engaging guests in demonstrations linking new technologies and art.
NORTH CHARLESTON ARTS FESTIVAL May 1-9, 2015 North Charleston, SC northcharlestonartsfest.com Hosted by the City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department, the nine-day festival provides affordable or free performances and events for the community to experience. Visual arts, dance, music, and theatre performances will be performed in civic spaces such as libraries, schools, and community centers. The growing event benefits the
LOWCOUNTRY SHRIMP FESTIVAL May 2, 2015 McClellanville, SC lowcountryshrimpfestival.com
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SC BOOK FESTIVAL May 15-17, 2015 Columbia, SC scbookfestival.org Authors, poets, and presenters are brought together for the SC
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BLUE CRAB FESTIVAL May 16-17, 2015 Little River, SC bluecrabfestival.org The Blue Crab Festival brings over 50,000 guests into their family-friendly
SPOLETO FESTIVAL USA May 22 – June 7, 2015 Charleston, SC spoletousa.org This 17-day festival engulfs Charleston with opera, dance, theatre, chamber music, and more. Spoleto is the American counterpart to Festival of Two Worlds in Spoleto, Italy. Charleston’s historic churches, theatres, and public spaces are
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festival by highlighting local stores, restaurants, and talent in the North Myrtle Beach area. Local bands will entertain guests as they enjoy food vendors, artists and craft booths, and kid friendly activities. Proceeds from this event support local nonprofits and community groups.
Book Festival. Over 100 literature gurus will take the stage giving free presentations, book signings, readings, and panel discussions. There will be book sales and giveaways throughout the day.
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Celebrate Charleston’s Gullah Geechee heritage with a two-day festival filled with dance, craft, music, skits, and traditional Geechee cuisine. More then 15 local restaurants will participate in this family-friendly festival.
PICCOLO SPOLETO FESTIVAL May 22 – June 7, 2015 Charleston, SC piccolospoleto.com Piccolo Spoleto is the sister festival to the concurrent Spoleto festival. Piccolo has a strong visual arts presence, and offers 500+ free or low priced events that welcome both the local community and visitors into the peninsula Charleston boroughs and the neighboring towns and islands.
FIRST FLUSH FESTIVAL May 24, 2015 Wadmalaw Island, SC firstflushfestival.com
SWEETGRASS FESTIVAL June 6-7, 2015 Mt. Pleasant, SC sweetgrassfestival.org
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CARIFEST June 11-14, 2015 Charleston, SC charlestoncarifest.com June is Caribbean American Heritage Month, and Carifest celebrates the deep lineage from the Caribbean Islands to the Lowcountry—heritage that dates back to the 17th century. Don’t miss their costumed parade through downtown on June 13.
Celebrate the first tea leaf harvest of the season at Charleston Tea Plantation. Sheryl Crow is the headlining act, and more bands will be announced closer to the festival. It’s a fun, family-friendly day to traipse the plantation and enjoy sunshine, live music, food, and all the tea you can drink!
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MERLEFEST April 23-26, 2015 Wilksboro, NC merlefest.org Wilkes Community College’s fundraiser will keep to their tradition of celebrating music of the Appalachian region, along with genres like country, rock, Americana, and bluegrass. Over 50 bands including Dwight Yoakam, The Avett Brothers, and Chatham County Line will grace 13 stages during this fourday festival.
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May 7-10, 2015 Black Mountain, NC theleaf.org LEAF, a non-profit whose mission is to create community by connecting individuals and cultures through music and the arts, hosts the Lake Eden Arts Festival each year to celebrate global gratitude. Individuals from more than 30 countries participate in this festival by sharing their culture through music, dance, handcrafted arts, poetry, culinary arts, and healing techniques.
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SOUTH END HOPS FESTIVAL May 16, 2015 Charlotte, NC southendhopsfestival.com What is better than a beautiful spring day in Charlotte? A beautiful spring day with six craft breweries, live music, and food trucks! Charlotte’s South End Hops Festival is back for its second year on May 16. Local Charlotte breweries Heist Brewery, The Unknown Brewing Co, Big Song Brewing Co, Sugar Creek Brewing Co, District 9 Brewing Company, and Lenny Boy Brewing Company will showcase their beers with tastings and distribute their brewing knowledge.Yummi Banh Mi Vietnamese Sandwiches and Maki Taco will be selling their signature items from their food trucks. Acoustic trio Heroes at Last and rock and roll band Amigo will be performing. Their good vibes and dancing beats will make sure to get the crowd up and moving. Dogs welcome!
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South End Hops Festival has all the key ingredients for a successful one-day beer festival: local craft beers, food trucks, and music. The best part is that all of this fun goes to supporting a great cause, the Chronic Illness Relief Fund.
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BEER, BOURBON & BBQ FESTIVAL May 9, 2015 Charlotte, NC beerandbourbon.com Beer, Bourbon & BBQ are the three key ingredients to this traveling festival with a portion of the proceeds going to The Spirit and Hope Foundation. The admission ticket grants access to tastings of over 60 beers and 40 bourbons, and barbeque vendors will be nearby for when the hunger kicks in.
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THE RALEIGH ARTS FESTIVAL May 15-17, 2015 Raleigh, NC artsplosure.org Raleigh’s local art scene is brought to the city center with performances, an art market, juried art exhibitions, rhythm performers and drummers, and street pianos. A highlight of this event is ArtBeat, where the public is encouraged to participate in the creation of an instillation using LED lights, bio reactive technology, and Gamelan instruments.
MONTFORD MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL May 16, 2015 Asheville, NC montfordfestival.org Two historic streets in the Montford community will be lined with over 100 artists, craftsmen, plants, and food vendors. Live music will be played non-stop throughout the day with more than 20 bands scheduled to perform on two stages.
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TASTE OF CHARLOTTE June 5-7, 2015 Charlotte, NC tasteofcharlotte.com Get your taste buds ready for the Taste of Charlotte festival, featuring more than 30 local restaurants. Using token coins, guests are able to sample appetizers, entrees, and desserts while being entertained by street performers
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EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL June 27 – August 1, 2015 Greensboro, NC easternmusicfestival.org Learn from the master.The Eastern Music Festival brings experienced musicians and conductors, such as Gerard Schwarz and Eric Garcia, to conduct intensive summer study programs for aspiring musicians ages 14 to 23. Students and faculty are highlighted in daily performances. Guest musicians will perform with the Festival orchestra, including Stefan Jackiw and Lynn Harrell.
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The blossoming Dogwood trees mean good times are coming to Atlanta. The artist roster is both extensive and impressive. The Backyard Barbecue and Brews VIP experience includes food, beer, and wine with a reserved seating area. Run it all off at the Dogwood Festival 5K Run.
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SAVANNAH MUSIC FESTIVAL March 19 – April 4, 2015 Savannah, GA savannahmusicfestival.org Hightail it down to SAV for their killer music festival. Their international roster compares the music of South Africa with the American South, a Cajun Dance Party, old-time music masters, and more. If you missed Roseanne Cash at Spoleto last year, catch her in Savannah!
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DOGWOOD FESTIVAL April 10-12, 2015 Atlanta, GA dogwood.org
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SWEETWATER 420 FESTIVAL April 17-19, 2015 Atlanta, GA sweetwater420fest.com This smorgasbord of a music festival features three stages (one being a not-so-silent disco!), a comedy tent, and the SweetWater Experience Tent. If you had to pick only one day, go for Saturday, but if you can hang for all three, more power to you.
GEORGIA RENAISSANCE FEST April 18 – June 7, 2015 Fairburn, GA garenfest.com Lords and Ladies, step right up for the Georgia Renaissance Festival— complete with jousting knights, giant turkey legs, the Washing Well Wenches, arts and crafts marketplace, minstrels, and more circus folks than you can shake said turkey leg at.
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NICK CAVE: UP RIGHT ATLANTA April 24-26, 2015 Atlanta, GA poncecitymarket.com Flux Projects unites artist Nick Cave with Atlanta-based choreographer T. Lang for a rare performance of Cave’s Soundsuits. Dancers will wear Cave’s magnificent wearable sculptures and perform twice each day— performances are free and open to the public.
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FIESTA May 3, 2015 Atlanta, GA fiestaatlanta.com Fiesta Atlanta is the South’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration—on May 3rd—in Centennial Olympic Park. There’s a 5K run/walk, lots of live (Mariachi!) music, folk dancing, food, and more.
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SHAKY KNEES May 8-10, 2015 Atlanta, GA shakykneesfestival.com This is three days of stellar music lineups. If money and time are no object, go for the three-day VIP pass and tie your shoes tight… there’s dancing to be done.
INMAN PARK FESTIVAL April 24-26, 2015 Atlanta, GA inmanparkfestival.org This neighborhood festival and tour of homes was started in the ‘70s to highlight revitalization efforts. Now in its 44th year, Inman Park Festival features music, food, kids activities, parade, artist market, and more. Spring 2015 | 81
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A month-long jazz festival culminates 31 days of performances around Atlanta with a blowout bash festival on May 22-24 in Piedmont Park. Featured artists include Pharoah Sanders, Diane Schuur, and The Rad Trads.
FEST May 17, 2015 Atlanta, GA eastatlantabeerfest.com At the East Altanta Beer Fest, the Wasted Potential Brass Band will lead beer fans into the festival, where they can sample 175+ beers from quality brewers across the country, and feel good knowing that proceeds go right back into the community, supporting local non-profits and initiatives. 16 ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL
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ATLANTA FRINGE June 4-7, 2015 Atlanta, GA atlantafringe.org Fringe is for the theatre lovers. Comedy, drama, spoken word, dance, cabaret, puppetry, experimental, and aerial theatre‌with 20 productions, Atlanta Fringe Fest seems ambitious, but we hear they can deliver.
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ATLANTA FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL May 28-31, 2015 Atlanta, GA atlfoodandwinefestival.com
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The four-day Atlanta Food & Wine Festival features programs and events that are organized into three distinct activities: Learning Experiences, Tasting Experiences, and Dinners & Events. An Advisory Council of more than 80 members from 13 Southern states have put together the Festival’s programing, featuring nearly 100 classes, curated Tasting Tents, dinners, and evening events. The Tasting Tents caught our attention—once inside, you follow “tasting trails” that include Barbecue, Bourbon, Chicken, Craft Beer, Seafood, Southern Wines & Spirits, and Southern Snacks.
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The Festival also celebrates the flavors of other Southern regions around the globe, like Southern Europe, South Africa, South America, Southern Hemisphere (Australia and New Zealand) and South of the Border. We are told this fifth year of Atlanta Food & Wine will be “about expecting the unexpected” as the festival ventures deeper into the South’s culinary history.
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In 2014 the Art Fair Sourcebook ranked Greenville, SC’s Artisphere as the 7th best Art Fair in America. 2015 marks the 12th year of Artisphere, with each year greatly improving from the last in attendance, revenue for the artists, and the amount of activities and events offered. Artisphere kicks off their weekend on Thursday with the Opening Night Gala, a thank you for their donors and boost of excitement. The Artist Row booths are set up in the blocked off streets of downtown Greenville and officially open for the weekend on Friday at 12 noon. Guests can visit with and discover new artists and artisans from across the country. The festival includes two juried art exhibitions. One will showcase artworks created by students from the 14 Greenville county high schools. The second is the 2015 Artists of the Upstate Juried Exhibition, an open 84 | thear tmag.com
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Other highlights of the festival include the Arts in Action featuring visual artist Brian Olsen. Olsen will be producing work live and interacting with the audience with the hope that the audience will get a better understanding of his work and emotional artistic process. Another opportunity for interaction with the artists while they are working will be at Artist Demo Row where artists will be displaying their techniques or craft for the public. After viewing the artists at work, guests may head over to the Silent Auction Gallery featuring the artists displayed in Artist Row. Culinary arts will be showcased at Artisphere with a Culinary Arts Café and the Culinary Arts Café Stage that will be used for cooking demonstrations from local Greenville chefs. There will be a Wine and Craft Beer experience for all those looking for cold beverages and pairings during the event. Clemson University students will be providing interactive science, technology, engineering, math, and art experiences at their exhibit “STEAM.” Their exhibition will provide demonstrations of ways in which science and math are used in creating new mediums of art and the relationship between the two. Clemson will also be featuring artist demonstrations from students in ceramics and printmaking. Furman University students and Art After Hours are teaming up to create a mural that will be painted during the festival so guests can view the process and progress first hand. Kids can try their own hand at crafts and learn techniques at the Kidsphere tent. When the artists and vendors close, the Artisphere After Hours Concerts will begin with performances from musicians at 8 pm. With three full days of art exhibitions, demonstrations, culinary events, aerial performance, and music, it will be a weekend packed of tough decisions and overwhelming visual stimulation. But it’s worth it. AM
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art competition to those who are 18 years and older and live within a 35 mile radius of Greenville. The juried exhibitions are an opportunity to display diverse and talented artists from Upstate South Carolina.
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SPOLETO FESTIVAL USA: Seventeen Days of Magic — words: Stacy Huggins
THE SPOLETO FESTIVAL USA TEAM DESERVES AN EXTRA ROUND OF APPLAUSE, A STANDING OVATION, FOR THEIR EFFORTS AND FORTITUDE. THEY WORK YEAR-ROUND TO CREATE THE 17 DAYS OF MAGIC IN MAY AND JUNE THAT BRINGS 70,000+ ATTENDEES TO SEE SOME OF THE BEST PERFORMING ARTS COMPANIES FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE. It takes a small army to bring about the alchemy necessary to realize such an ambitious festival. This year, the Spoleto team faced a major, unexpected challenge— renovations of the signature venue, the Gaillard Auditorium, were not going to be completed in time for the festival. A significant portion of the program had to be tabled for 2016 or shuffled into alternate venues, creating a real-life Tetris game for the leaders and staff of Spoleto Festival. 86 | thear tmag.com
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THE ALCHEMY OF ADVERSITY With the loss of the Gaillard for the 2015 festival, Spoleto turned to alternate venues, like the Woolfe Street Playhouse. The American Express Woolfe Street Series will host cabaret settings for What Moves You, featuring dancer Lil Buck (pictured left) and cellist Ashley Bathgate in a collaboration that will absolutely sell out, and the return of Taylor Mac, (pictured right) a larger-than-life singer who will love you more if you wear sequins to his show. Film and music unite. The festival orchestra will accompany screenings of Charlie Chaplin’s classic City Lights with the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra. Resident conductor John Kennedy will lead the orchestra with Filmmaker Bill Morrison’s Decasia with Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra, which is a sensory overload of mesmerizing imagery. This creative alternate employment of the orchestra also presents the first full-scale orchestra + film performance in local recent memory.
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They are to be praised for their creativity and resourcefulness in finding meaningful ways to create new opportunities that will be just as special, and even more intimate, for festivalgoers and artists to enjoy the experience and talent of Spoleto Festival USA.
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INFUSING THE PERFORMING ARTS WITH THE VISUAL The world premiere of Paradise Interrupted is a highly anticipated opera conceived, designed, and directed by visual artist Jennifer Wen Ma, whose resume is filled with exhibitions at prestigious institutions; she served as the visual and special effects leader and core team member behind the 2008 Beijing Olympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Excerpts of the in-progress Paradise Interrupted were previewed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in March 2015. Italian artist Ugo Nespolo has created the set for the baroque opera Veremonda, l’amazzone di Aragona, whose vibrant palette is an ideal fit for the Mediterranean setting— on the Rock of Gibraltar,
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Shen Wei Dance Arts returns with an adapted performance of Untitled #12, which premiered at Art Basel in Miami, 2014. Shen Wei’s own art works are incorporated into the set design, which was originally performed in a gallery surrounded by the works. Trisha Brown Dance Company will perform four pieces, two of which are collaborations with visual artist Robert Rauschenberg (Set and Reset, set, costume, and lighting design; If you couldn’t see me, set, costume, sound, and lighting design), and another with visual artist Elizabeth Murray (PRESENT TENSE, set and costume design).
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no less. Nespolo was commissioned to create this year’s poster, which is a first for the Festival. The high-key color of his artwork reflects the passion and artistry of the festival, the movement of line echoes the energy of the city during Spoleto, and reminds one of gushing fountains or festooned architecture.
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Younger audiences sometimes overlook the Bank of America Chamber Music Series, and we think that should change. Violinist Geoff Nuttall directs the Chamber Music Series, and with it comes much more humor than one might expect. World-class musicians perform these lunchtime concerts at the Dock Street Theatre that are both affordable and quick—just an hour and 15 minutes. The Festival Finale beckons us all to Middleton Place, where it’s a blanketand-fireworks kind of atmosphere. Come early with a loaded picnic basket to soak up the gorgeous environment and the view, enjoy live music, featuring St. Paul and the Broken Bones, and wrap up the festival with a giant fireworks display. The whole event is magical, and a wonderful excuse to explore the plantation gardens and waterfront views.
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Check spoletousa.org for a full event listing and ticket information.
SPOLETO SALON, SCENE, AND SOCIETY You are becoming part of the Spoleto Festival in a very important way by purchasing a ticket and attending a show, but maybe you want a little more. SPOLETO SALON is brand new weekly series for 2015 held at the Spoleto house at 14 George Street. Artists and artisans will talk about the nuts and bolts of their work in relation to the festival and answer questions, with cocktails in hand, of course. Young professionals can support Spoleto by joining and getting involved with SPOLETO SCENE. The funds that SCENE raises will be dedicated to bringing acrobat troupe Knee Deep – Casus Circus all the way from Australia. Their events and parties explore the festival, play off the performances of the season, and offer a chance to make new connections with both friends and performers. SPOLETO SOCIETY is the signature support for the festival, with incredible opportunities to connect through behind the scenes opportunities and guided, individual support from Festival staff. The Individual support for the festival is critical to bringing the world-class, curated performances each year. You’re safe to take a risk on a new genre of art when attending a Spoleto performance. Whether you fall in love with Mandarin opera or not, you can be assured that what’s being presented is the crème de la crème of the international performing arts scene. The good folks at Spoleto Festival USA are working ‘round the clock to make sure of that. Explore a new discipline or pick one performance from each, but there’s no way you can lose. AM
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Piccolo Spoleto Festival was created to complement its international sister festival, Spoleto Festival USA, by highlighting regional artists and performers. Over the 17 days, more than 500 performing, literary, and visual arts events will take place. Piccolo Spoleto allows for local and regional community to be involved in the artistic and cultural takeover of the city. The festival makes arts events in historic downtown Charleston as well as the surrounding areas accessible with affordable ticket prices. Piccolo Spoleto opens May 22 at 8 pm with a free performance by the Charleston Symphony Orchestra on the steps of the breathtaking Customs House. Marion Square hosts Saturday’s free Family Day featuring the popular Atlanta street band, Seed & Feed Marching Abominable, doing performances and workshops. For the duration of Piccolo Spoleto, Marion Square will be home to the Outdoor Art Exhibition. Over 100 SC artists will set up canopied tents to display 92 | thear tmag.com
their original works as well as interact with guests and give demonstrations. Piccolo includes both professionals and youth from the arts community. The South Carolina Arts Alliance will host the “Rising Stars Piccolo Spoleto 2015” where artistically gifted students ages 9 to 18 are given the opportunity to perform at St. Matthew’s Auditorium. The Piccolo Spoleto Festival Finale is a free, family-friendly event on June 6, and it will be a day full of music, food vendors, kids activities, and fireworks at Hampton Park—an incredible park, but one that visitors rarely discover since it’s north of the traditional tourist districts. Piccolo Spoleto continues to expand each year in order to involve more communities of the peninsula and surrounding areas.
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The full program for Piccolo Spoleto events will be announced in late April. Advanced ticket sales will begin in early May.
10 am — Catch an organ recital in one of Charleston’s many church sanctuaries. These performances bring the community into historic buildings that they may not have the opportunity to visit otherwise, and showcases the church organ, which is a work of art in itself.
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6:30 pm — Sundown Poetry Series in the courtyard in the Dock Street Theatre These free events are fun and allow festivalgoers to drop into a great event between Spoleto performances.
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Local art galleries and theatres will host co-programmed Piccolo exhibitions and performances. The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art will present Alyson Shotz’s Force of Nature with sculpture and siteAnnex Dance Company will specific installations. Theatre create a new, site specific companies like Pure Theatre, performance in the City What If? Productions, and Gallery at Waterfront Park Footlight Players will stage that plays on the space and new productions or revivals form of the gallery and its of hits from their past seasons incredible view of throughout the festival. Charleston Harbor.
Redux Contemporary Art Center welcomes Sang-Mi Yoo, a visual artist who focuses on installations and print media and creates work inspired by contradictions present in everyday life. AM
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FALL FESTIVAL PREVIEW Mark your calendars & get tickets to these fall festivals TASTE OF CHARLESTON September 25-27, 2015 Mt. Pleasant, SC charlestonrestaurantassociation.com The 35th annual Taste of Charleston features a harbor tour, an iron chef competition, and the main event at Boone Hall Plantation in Mt. Pleasant. Area restaurants will offer samples of their best dishes; wash it down with a glass of beer and wine, and enjoy live music under the oaks.
CHARLESTON INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL November 4-8, 2015 Charleston, SC charlestoniff.org The CIFF brings the art and science of film to the front of the stage by featuring experts from all aspects of filmmaking. Their collaborative spirit will surely make their programming really special. Bonus: there are always some celebrity sightings... this IS a film festival, after all.
This year is Taste of Charleston’s 35th year, so they’re sure to cook up something good.
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Over three days and 16 venues, Hopscotch Music Festival will host over 130 bands, with 40% of the bands being from or based in NC. A wide variety of musical genres and activities, including photography and the SiteWork art exhibition, add to the experience. The Hopscotch Design Festival falls at the same time and will discuss how design is shaping the future. Hopscotch will take over Raleigh and rejoice in a citywide celebration of the arts and creativity.
NORTH CAROLINA SEAFOOD FESTIVAL October 2-4, 2015 Morehead City, NC ncseafoodfestival.org October is national seafood month, and what better way to celebrate then with the NC Seafood Festival.This festival includes seafood cooking demonstrations and challenges, as well as music, a fishing tournament, an 8k run, a boat show, and the Blessing of the Fleet celebration. NC Seafood Festival educates guests on the importance of local seafood and how the seafood industry positively impacts their community.
MUMFEST October 11-12, 2015 New Bern, NC mumfest.com MumFest is a family-friendly festival celebrated in historic downtown New Bern. MumFest is full of performing and visual arts, loads of arts and crafts, and over 300
food, business, and non-profit booths. The riverfront will play home to a temporary amusement park—with music, street performers, magicians, and a Ferris wheel!
SAVANNAH FILM FESTIVAL October 24-31, 2015 Savannah, GA filmfest.scad.edu Savannah College of Art and Design puts on a stellar film festival featuring award-winning professionals and the best emerging student filmmakers. Lectures, workshops, panel discussions, screenings, and more culminate in a major motion picture premiere at a gorgeous theatre in downtown Savannah.
MUSIC TO YOUR MOUTH November 20-22, 2015 Palmetto Bluff, SC musictoyourmouth.com Music To Your Mouth brings chefs and festivalgoers together on a personal level among the peerless beauty of Palmetto Bluff.You better believe it sells out fast. The food is Southern and mostly about the Lowcountry, and draws the best Charleston chefs to Palmetto Bluff for the event. Keep an eye to their website for more info and tickets. AM
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HOPSCOTCH MUSIC FESTIVAL September 10-12, 2015 Raleigh, NC hopscotchmusicfest.com
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ow often have you walked by someone’s front porch pick’n party in the Lowcountry? Probably not even once. Charleston has never been a hotspot for bluegrass, with our obvious lack of hollers and our drawl instead of a twang, but one local band, the Bluestone Ramblers, is working hard to change that by playing these cherished old tunes to new fans.
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Guitarist Sandy Nivens says, “just as Charleston is rooted in history, so is the tradition of bluegrass music. I feel that bluegrass and old southern melodies belong in Charleston. Music has evolved over hundreds of years, and we need to preserve and keep the tradition of this genre of music alive so it will not be muddied by the mainstream. It is important to hear and to know the sounds
of the fiddle, banjo, mandolin, dreadnought guitar (flatpicked), and to be inspired to learn and pass bluegrass music on to the next generation—just like it was passed on to us.”
I feel that bluegrass and old southern melodies belong in Charleston
The band consists of Nevins on lead vocals/ guitar, Gary Payne on banjo/dobro, Shawn Beckner on uke bass/upright bass, Keith McCullogh on mandolin, and Derek Deakins on fiddle. Their one unconventional tweak is incorporating the uke bass; this is a situation where size really matters, transportation-wise. They often play festivals and events in the Lowcountry on a trailer-hitched stage that Payne built by hand. It resembles the front porch of an old general store, adding a charming visual element to their performances. You might hear a Bill Monroe tune, some Flatt and Scruggs, John Hartford, an original, or an unexpected cover of a pop favorite, sung in three-part harmony. They’ve enjoyed headlining appearances at both the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition and the BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival. Sometimes their most enthusiastic fans are also the youngest. Nevins explains, “we have played many farmers markets and parties with lots of kids. At an early age, they can feel the beat, and the bluegrass beat is really easy to catch. I often refer to us as musical babysitters! One of my favorite memories is of Gary and me playing for a family South of Broad. It was a 5-year-old’s birthday party, and there were 20 kids dancing and loving the banjo. I love getting them involved with the show.” Nevins says that Charleston’s bluegrass community is small but vibrant. “The synergy is better than it has been in the past. Some of my favorite times are at pick’n parties where members of various bands are
Check out some tunes and find out more about the Bluestone Ramblers at thebluestoneramblers.com.
present. There, we get to play a lot of songs we don’t get to with the band. It’s a wonderful place to learn from one another.” To play bluegrass at this level, you must posses both the technical prowess on your instrument and the ability to improvise with the best, which these band members have in spades. Deacons has played the legendary Grand Ole Opry and Payne boasts an IBMA award. Even without those kinds of credentials, the music, and people’s joyful response to it, speaks for itself. AM
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GIRLS ROCK CHARLESTON
girlsrockcharleston.org 843.819.5879
words: Rachel McDermott | images: Jennifer Stevens
CAMPERS AT GIRLS ROCK CHARLESTON LEARN MORE THAN JUST HOW TO PUT ON A ROCK SHOW. Volunteers strive to teach girls and transgender youth how to be accepting, supportive, creative, and confident. Director Jennifer Stevens believes that, “while our programming involves music education, our focus is less about teaching music and more about music as a means to engage youth in social justice movements.� Girls Rock Charleston was created to foster ideas of social change in valuing and voicing equality of women, girls, and the
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LGBTQ community through activities that encourage critical thinking, social justice principles, and teamwork. Music is an outlet for expression, and Girls Rock serves as a place for music education after the shortage of funding cut many art and music programs in schools.
MORE SUMMER ART CAMPS!
The organization is run by volunteers who come from a variety of backgrounds to fill the different needs and roles for the camp. Local musicians teach music education or serve as workshop leaders, local restaurants chip in to donate lunch, and the “roadies” help move equipment throughout the day.
Dance Moves of Charleston offers full and half-day week long programs over an eight-week period. Their partnership with Art Buzz for Kids and Jump Bunch allows for a great variety in activities. Camp is open to kids age 2 – teens. Camps are split into preschool camps, elementary camps, and camps for 10 and up. Some camps offered this year include Dance and Yoga, Frozen Princess Camp, Circus Time Dance and Tumbling, Hip Hop and Acro Camp, Girls Dancing- Confidence, Strength and Power, On Stage Performance, and a Ballet and Modern Intensive camp.
The 60 campers are led by a group of volunteers and junior counselors. In the beginning of the week, campers select their instrument—guitar, drums, keys, or bass. They are then split into bands where they write and rehearse their own songs, design a logo, and create band gear by screen printing their logo onto T-shirts. Transformation is dramatic within this short week—from a shy beginner picking up a
DANCE MOVES OF CHARLESTON June 22 – August 10
Hanahan Studio: (843) 718-3733 James Island Studio: (843) 724-9857 dancemovesofcharleston.com
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CHARLESTON STAGE’S SUMMERSTAGE July 6 – 25 Charleston Stage’s Education Staff and Resident Acting Company hold a three-week acting camp that culminates in a musical production held at the Historic Dock Street Theatre. This year’s production will be Aladdin Jr. The camp is open to 80 students; grades 2 – 12 are invited to participate. 843.577.5967 | charlestonstage.com REDUX CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER June 15 – 19 | 6 – 10 year olds June 22 – 26 | 7 – 14 year olds July 13 – 17 | 6 – 10 year olds July 20 – 24 | 7 – 14 year olds Local artists in the Charleston community will teach campers how to release their creativity. Campers will create their own art works with the surrounding inspirations of their teachers and exhibitions. Campers ages 6 to 14 are welcome, and two sessions are offered per day. 843.722.0697 | reduxstudios.org
GIRLS ROCK CAMP July 13-17, 2015 Septima P. Clark Academy, James Island Showcase: July 19, 2015
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new instrument to a brave and confident musician performing in the Showcase, the final performance at the end of camp. Each morning the campers start off their day with activities to get bodies and creativity flowing, and local musicians stop in during lunch to provide inspiration. The campers attend workshops that involve musicianship, but include deeper messages of arts and activism, feminism/social justice, media, and self-defense. This will be the fifth year of Girls Rock Charleston summer rock camp, and Girls Rock has big plans for the future with their recent launch of an after school program at Burke High School and a political education weekend workshop in May. Girls Rock Charleston is connected to the international organization, Girls Rock Alliance, who promote self-esteem and social change through creativity and music worldwide. Girls Rock Charleston fosters self-identity, confidence, and self-respect within their campers to create informed, open-minded, and accepting young individuals of the Charleston community. AM
DAMN. GOOD. THEATRE.
THEATRE www.TheatreCharleston.com 15 Theatres • 100s of Artists • 1000s of Patrons
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The Vikings Are Coming INSPIRATION INVADES for Mac McAbee words: Matt Mill images: Gregg Lambton- Carr
“I actually proposed on a beach named Mølen, which dates back to the Ice Age. Along the beach were mounds of rocks, which are Viking burials of earls and kings.” It was on this trip to Norway last September that Mac McAbee of Mac Does Hair became inspired. “I’m always looking for inspiration anywhere I go, and hearing the history of the area just blew me away,” said McAbee. He began researching all he could find on Vikings when he returned to the States, which fueled his idea for
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I’m always looking for inspiration anywhere I go, and hearing the history of the area just blew me away.
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this shoot. “I was looking for clothing and couldn’t find anything perfect,” explained McAbee, “so I went back to my roots before doing hair and started sketching ideas. A lot of people don’t know I did design before becoming a hair stylist.”
much fun working on this project” said McAbee, “that I’m now going to design a collection that I would love to enter into the emerging designers contest next year at Charleston Fashion Week. This project really brought all of my passions together and was a true labor of love.” AM
The ideas transformed into a showcase of trends in hair, makeup, and fashion. “I had so
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“I was looking for clothing and couldn’t find
anything perfect, so I went back to my roots before doing hair and started sketching ideas.”
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PHOTOGRAPHER: Gregg Lambton-Carr HAIR: Michael Jay and Mac McAbee MAKE UP: Jonny Sherwood with Jonny ART DIRECTION: Mac Does Hair CLOTHING: Mac McAbee (mens pants, Urban Outfitters) SHIELDS: Ryan Yaden Spring 2015 | 107
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The Well Coiffed Closet words: Elizabeth Gumb
FROM FIRST FLUSH TO SPOLETO: YOUR FESTIVAL FASHION GUIDE In keeping with this issue’s festival focus, we are delving into the world of Festival Fashion and the distinct styles that this genre encompasses. When you hear the words “festival” and “fashion,” you think fun, excitement, and the celebration of some common theme. And the next thing you think is, “What am I going to wear?” Our city’s beloved Spoleto Festival USA is in its 39th season, and on May 22 it will descend upon Charleston for 17 glorious days and nights. From opera to orchestra, circus arts to chamber music, and everything in between, you truly can’t go wrong with your fashion choices—as long as you dress for comfort and make your look your own. Think comfortable, yet stylish shoes (they DO exist), wraps and jackets for chilly theaters, and sundresses and linen pieces in the absence of A/C. I love a heeled wedge that can be worn with a shift dress, or a skirt and tee paired with a statement necklace. Having worked for Spoleto Festival USA, I can attest that there is no official dresscode for these 17 days and nights, but this is Charleston and we tend to dress-up just a little bit more than one might think. Even though you can, do not wear flip-flops to the opera! Should you receive a coveted invitation for a Spoleto Society party, the 108 | thear tmag.com
no-dress code rule flies out the window. This is the time to dress to the nines—this is oldCharleston society at its best! At the opposite end of the fashion spectrum is the 9th Annual First Flush Festival, taking place on Sunday, May 24 at the Charleston Tea Plantation on Wadmalaw Island. What began as an idyllic event to celebrate the season’s first tea leaf harvest has evolved into a major music festival with headliners like Sheryl Crow (this year) and the Avett Brothers (last year). In keeping with its family friendly, yet playall-day tradition, there’s a very casual, almost vintage style to this event. Think hippie-light mixed with summer ease: cotton dresses, floppy hats, flower garlands, and flip-flops or flats! A Boho look is always perfect—layer a raffia vest with a tank and flowy shorts, and top it with a Panama style hat; stylish espadrilles are perfect for walking the plantation. It could be a beautiful, temperate day, or an equally beautiful but HOT one, so remember to dress for the weather! AM
From My Closet to Yours,
Elizabeth Personal Stylist, The Well Coiffed Closet wellcoiffedcloset.com
New Books
by LOWCOUNTRY AUTHORS
Lowcountry Initiative for the Literary Arts (LILA) is an outreach organization that aims to nurture and promote the literary arts in Charleston. We salute their efforts of promoting fellow authors and engaging the public by hosting readings, events, and workshops. Learn more about them at lilaconnects.com.
Andra Watkins: Not Without My Father Andra Watkins’ memoir is an inspiring story of looking for support and love where it was previously missing. Determined to become the first living person to walk the 444 miles of the Natchez Trace, she desperately needed someone for support. Looking to her friends and family, her best option seemed to be her 80 year-old father, with whom her relationship had diminished over time. Through moments of laughter and despair, the two learned to rebuild their relationship before time ran out. Available from Word Hermit Press, wordhermitpress.com
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Bill Thompson: Art and Craft During Bill Thompson’s 31 years at Charleston’s daily newspaper, The Post and Courier, he interviewed in the neighborhood of 750 authors as the P&C’s book review editor. Thompson sees Art and Craft as a personal memoir of sorts, where he is able to reflect on the authors’ interviews and his experiences. His new book, Art and Craft, is a curated selection of 70 author interviews and reviews, featuring the literary likes of Tom Wolfe, Pat Conroy, Joyce Carol Oates, Rick Bragg, and Anthony Bourdain to name a few. Available from USC Press, sc.edu/uscpress
Stephen White & David Calvin Reynolds Heisser, Ph.D:
Patrick Neison Lynch—Third Catholic Bishop of Charleston Patrick Neison Lynch was a major religious figure in Charleston before and after the Civil War. After being sent at a young age to Rome to prepare for priesthood, Lynch returned to become one of the most intellectual men in Charleston. He served as a parish priest, editor Available at the College of Charleston of a national religious newspaper, instructor in Book Store, 160 Calhoun Street the seminary, and a member of every literacy, scientific, and philosophical society in Charleston. When the Civil War began, Lynch was named the Bishop of Charleston and while supporting the Confederates, he fled to Rome. Upon his return, Lynch was determined to revitalize his diocese by leading the push for newly freed slaves to join the Catholic Church. He is remembered in the Holy City for his intellectual and religious beliefs and ideas. AM
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Pick up any of these books at Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King Street
One River, One Boat
— by Marjory Wentworth
Because our history is a knot we try to unravel, while others try to tighten it, we tire easily and fray the cords that bind us.
Consider the prophet John, calling us from the edge of the wilderness to name the harm that has been done, to make it plain, and enter the river and rise.
The cord is a slow moving river, spiraling across the land in a succession of S’s, splintering near the sea.
It is not about asking for forgiveness. It is not about bowing our heads in shame; because it all begins and ends here: while workers unearth trenches
Picture us all, crowded onto a boat at the last bend in the river: watch children stepping off the school bus, parents late for work, grandparents
at Gadsden’s Wharf, where 100,000 Africans were imprisoned within brick walls awaiting auction, death, or worse. Where the dead were thrown into the water,
fishing for favorite memories, teachers tapping their desks with red pens, firemen suiting up to save us, nurses making rounds,
and the river clogged with corpses has kept centuries of silence. It is time to gather at the edge of the sea, and toss wreaths into this watery grave.
baristas grinding coffee beans, dockworkers unloading apartment size containers of computers and toys from factories across the sea.
And it is time to praise the judge who cleared George Stinney’s name, seventy years after the fact, we honor him; we pray.
Every morning a different veteran stands at the base of the bridge holding a cardboard sign with misspelled words and an empty cup
Here, where the Confederate flag still flies beside the Statehouse, haunted by our past, conflicted about the future; at the heart of it, we are at war with ourselves
In fields at daybreak, rows of migrant farm workers standing on ladders, break open iced peach blossoms; their breath rising and resting above the frozen fields like clouds.
huddled together on this boat handed down to us – stuck at the last bend of a wide river splintering near the sea.
A jonboat drifts down the river. Inside, a small boy lies on his back; hand laced behind his head, he watches stars fade from the sky and dreams.
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Artist Profile
Sarah Peck images: Jessika Stocker
ou may recognize Sara Peck from her day job at Blue Bicycle Books. In addition to managing our favorite locally owned bookstore, Peck is also an accomplished writer who is much admired by her readers, friends, and coworkers. Her newest book of poetry, Here You Are, was just released on March 20, 2015. The intriguing writing style made us want a little more insight into this young author. Q: CAN YOU TELL ME A LITTLE ABOUT HERE YOU ARE? A: The book was collaboratively written over email during the course of six months or so. Jared and I would send each other pieces we were both independently working on, but were maybe/often not catching in the way we would have liked, and then we’d alternate combining each of our poems into one singular piece. We initially had not planned to create a manuscript, but patterns began to emerge, and we began to utilize them in hopes of creating something cohesive. Q: HOW DID THE PROCESS BEGIN? A: It began as just a bored winter project, but as we started to realize how much we
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liked the result of combining the poems, it evolved. The process never felt inorganic, or even serious; it was just an exercise in both editing and manipulating text. Putting the poems together mostly felt like a clever puzzle to me. Q: HOW DO YOU THINK THIS PROCESS WILL CHANGE YOUR APPROACH TO WRITING IN THE FUTURE? A: The process we employed has affected the way I edit my own work. Jared has a much different aesthetic eye than mine, which has been helpful in my ability to look at my work from different angles rather than the one with which I’m most comfortable. Q: WHAT IS THE BEST BOOK YOU’VE READ LATELY? A: I’ve been lucky and have hit a stride of great books lately. Anne Carson’s first poetry collection Short Talks was recently republished, and thank god. Also Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon’s memoir Girl in a Band. I think it received mixed reviews, but I could barely put it down.
HERE YOU ARE Sara Peck and Jared Joseph Horse Less Press, Ann Arbor, MI AVAILABLE NOW Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King Street Small Press Distribution, spdbooks.org Horse Less Press, horselesspress.org
Q: WHAT’S THE BEST BOOK WE’VE NEVER HEARD OF THAT WE MUST STOP BY BLUE BICYCLE BOOKS AND TAKE HOME WITH US? A: The selection at Blue Bicycle Books always fluctuates, but I really think it’s solid right now. Hunter Kennedy’s The Minus Times, a compilation of zines he produced over the span of 30 years, is amazing and a killer coffee table book. We’ve got some good paperbacks in right now too by some sometimes lesser-read but important writers—Clarice Lispector, Djuna Barnes, and Stefan Zweig. Katie Crouch’s Abroad, a fictionalized account of the Amanda Knox trials, was one of my favorites from last summer. As the weather is blissfully improving, I’ve been thinking about that one again, plus the paperback is coming out soon. Stop by Blue Bicycle and pick up your own copy of Here You Are. Let us know what you think!—SH AM
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DECOR words: Stacy Huggins
THE PROJECT: One West Victory
Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA THE DESIGNER: Cortney Bishop Design
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HAVE DESIGN, WILL TRAVEL. CHARLESTONBASED INTERIOR DESIGNER CORTNEY BISHOP WAS TAPPED TO CREATE ONE WEST VICTORY, AN ENERGIZING, ENGAGING DORMITORY FOR THE SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN (SCAD). The bright colors and clean, sharp lines are a design nerd/minimalist’s dream. If this incredible dorm had been an option when we were looking at colleges, things might have turned out a little differently. Bishop’s design skills were put to the test during the revamp of the historic building— SCAD has rescued many neglected buildings of Savannah. The space has been outfitted with an art gallery, media room, fitness center (exercise keeps the brain healthy too!), the common areas, lobby,
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and two fully furnished model units. Functional objects are seamlessly infused with art, and youthful, attractive spaces are created with a minimal aesthetic that leaves these young artists room to grow into their spaces. Bishop’s client, Jamestown Properties, own the Mixson development here in Charleston, Ponce City Market in Atlanta, Chelsea Market in Manhattan, and many others across the country. Jamestown Properties first worked with Bishop to design the Mixson Flats—modern, open spaces with a sense of place. Bishop creates entire environments around a single inspiration piece, often art, which makes her one of our favorite designers around. AM
BISHOP’S TIP: Choose one inspiring work of art to build your entire room design around.
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SOCIAL CUES from
The Moder n Connection
PROFITABLE INSTAGRAM MARKETING — words: Ashley T. Caldwell, CEO, The Modern Connection
If you have a teenager in your household, you’ve likely heard all about Instagram. It’s all the rage for users under the age of 35, especially teens. Why? Because it’s visual, mobile, and quick—not to mention it’s where the cool kids hang out and where their parents DON’T (yet). Instagram, however, has a whole emerging sector of users: the affluent 20’s and 30’s, with its core users being under the age of 35, female, and living in North America. As a creative artist, you have immense potential to tap into this audience to build relationships 1. Showcase your products. This is different than showing your products. You must creatively highlight your work and how magnificent it is. Showcase your product in use, in a unique setting, or how it can be used. For example, if you make jewelry, showcase a necklace on an attractive model with a stylish top. 2. Overlay price on your images. Unless you prefer to be vague about your prices, add a text overlay with how much your item costs. People’s eyes will be likely to read the image overlay before they’ll read the caption. And if you don’t want to highlight your prices, use active language like “available for a limited time,” “only one left,” or “new arrival.” 3. Write a good description. Businesses often make this mistake on Instagram and don’t write anything when they post a photo or a video. Take the time to write a clever, informative, and relevant description, along with any details like: “Call to reserve” or “Comment with your PayPal email to purchase.” 4. Remember: links don’t work in captions. You cannot hyperlink in a caption, so website URL’s you share must be manually
“Instagram users are 58 times more likely to “like,” comment on or share a brand’s post than Facebook users, and 120 times more likely than Twitter users.” — Salesforce typed in. A workaround is to include a link to your website in your bio and then say “Link to purchase in bio.” 5. Use Hashtags. Instagram relies heavily on the use of hashtags. Aim for 5-10 per post and use local hashtags if you have a local audience or industry hashtags to be found for what you are. Just like any social media site, you must share more content than a constant stream of product pushes. Add value by sharing behind the scenes videos, pictures of Charleston’s beautiful scenery, and more information about YOU behind the business.
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EVENTS for
April, May, June
APRIL 7 > The Russian National Ballet Theatre’s Cinderella, presented by the Charleston Concert Association charlestonconcerts.org, 843.727.1216
APRIL 17 > Whitney Kreb at The George Gallery georgegalleryart.com 843.579.7328
APRIL 30 > Taj Mahal Trio at the Charleston Music Hall charlestonmusichall.com 843.853.2252
APRIL 9 Vintage Films from A / V Geeks at the College of Charleston’s Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art haley.cofc.edu 843.953.4422
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French Quarter Gallery Association Art Walks May 8 | Charleston frenchquarterarts.com Broad Street Merchant Association First Fridays First Friday of each month Broad Street | Charleston charlestongalleryrow.com
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Through 5/10 Fashion Flashback, 1920s-1960s: Five Decades of Style | charlestonmuseum.org, 843.722.2996 3/21-5/3 Above, Between, Below by Mary Edna Fraser citygalleryatwaterfrontpark.com, 843.958.6484 4/3-11 Masters of Building Arts Festival buildingartscollege.us, 843.577.5245 4/3-26 Catch Me If You Can: The Musical charlestonstage.com, 843.577.5967 4/3-30 Featured Artist: Trip Park theateilergalleries.com, 843.723.5668 4/4-5/2 Young Contemporaries | haley.cofc.edu, 843.953.4422
MAY19 Beck at the North Charleston PAC northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com 843.529.5012
4/6-4/9 Music for Piano & Bassoon: Gershwin & Saint-Saens chambermusiccharleston.com, 843.763.4941 4/7 Bob Dylan | northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com, 843.529.5012 4/9-4/15 A Midsummer Night’s Dream theatre.cofc.edu, 843.953.6306 4/10 Paula Robison in Recital American Treasures scflute.org, 843.571.4343 4/11-5/9 Todd McDonald: Visual Feedback reduxstudios.org, 843.722.0697 4/13 Christos Galileas, Violin & Robin Zemp, Piano music.cofc.edu, 843.853.6575 4/15-19 Chapel Moves | theatre.cofc.edu, 843.953.6306 4/15-19 Sleeping Beauty | flowertownplayers.org, 843.875.9251 4/15 TEDx Charleston tedxcharleston.org, 843.853.2252 4/16-4/25 Seminar at Woolfe Street Playhouse woolfestreetplayhouse.com, 843.856.1579 4/17 Banff Mountain Film Festival halfmoonoutfitters.com, 843.853.2252 4/17-18 An Evening of Words and Actors II thresholdrep.org, 843.277.2172 4/17-5/9 Marie Antoinette | puretheatre.org, 843.723.4444 4/18 Dance Moves of Charleston Spring Benefit Concert annexdancecompany.org, 843.580.3775 4/19 Willie Watson | charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343 4/19-20 An Evening with Gov’t Mule | charlestonmusichall.com, 843.853.2252 4/21-7/11 Alyson Shotz: Force of Nature halsey.cofc.edu, 843.953.4422 4/23 Keller Williams | charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343
Mary Edna Fraser, Flying North
4/24-25 STOMP northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com, 843.529.5012 Spring 2015 | 119
Gibbes Museum of Art’s Opening Reception of Art on Paper at The Vendue
EVENTS: APRIL, MAY, JUNE 4/24-5/3 The Mystery of Edwin Drood footlightplayers.net, 843.722.4487 4/25 Lady Day: Billie Holiday’s Centennial Celebration | charlestonjazz.com, 843.641.0011 4/25-4/26 Music for String Quartet: Haydn & Tchaikovsky | chambermusiccharleston.com, 843.763.4941 4/30-5/17 The Flick thresholdrep.org, 843.277.2172 5/3-5/14 Music for Piano Trio: Mozart & Beethoven | chambermusiccharleston.com, 843.763.4941 5/5 Ryan Adams and Jenny Lewis northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com, 843.529.5012 5/8 Runaway Gin & Machine Funk II charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343
Michelle Jewell and Becca Barnet introducing their collaborative show, Rufous, at Redux Contemporary Art Center
5/8 Uned!ted Presents Piano Woman Vol.2: Mademoiselle Musique charlestonmusichall.com, 843.853.2252 5/10 Ani DiFranco charlestonmusichall.com, 843.853.2252 5/13 J. Roddy Walston and the Business charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343 5/15-6/13 Sang Mi Yoo - Capriccio reduxstudios.org, 843.722.0697
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5/15 Marc Maron charlestonmusichall.com, 843.853.2252 5/15-31 Little Shop of Horrors flowertownplayers.org, 843.875.9251 5/16 Zach Deputy charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343 5/20 The Hackensaw Boys charlestonpourhouse.com, 843.571.4343 5/23-6/6 Triassic Parq whatifproductions.org, 843.225.0119 6/5 Jay Leno | northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com, 843.529.5012
La Farm Bakery’s “X” marks the spot bread to celebrate Charleston Wine + Food Festival
6/16 Miscellany Release Party haley.cofc.edu, 843.953.4422
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Gallery Chuma
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Gibbes Museum of Art
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Gil Shuler Graphic Design
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Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
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American College of Building Arts
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Havens Fine Framing
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Art Institute of Charleston
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Jay Fletcher Design
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Artizom Framing & Gallery
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Joanne Barry Painting Conservator
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Artists’ Loft
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Karpeles Manuscript Museum
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Avery Research Institute
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Karson Photography
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Beads and Brushstrokes
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Kathleen Rivers Interiors
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Blue Ion, LLC
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Marion Hunter Conservation
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Carla Young Fine Arts Appraisals
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Michael James Moran Woodwork
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Carolina Fine Art Framing
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Mt Pleasant Artist Guild
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Catherine Rogers
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New Perspectives Gallery
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Charleston Artist Guild
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North Charleston Artist Guild
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Charleston Art Tours
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Charleston Artist Collective
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Read and Mullin Fine Art Appraisals
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Charleston Center for Photography
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Redux Contemporary Art Center
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Charleston Craft Cooperative Gallery
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Remark
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Charleston Fine Art Dealers' Association
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Charleston Museum
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Society 1858
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City Gallery at Waterfront Park
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SpaceCraft
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Cone 10 Studios
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Summerville Artist Guild
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Creative Spark Center for the Arts
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The Artist’s Loft School
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Dodeline Designs
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The Commons
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EOS Art Supply
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The Modern Connection
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Flagship Gallery at Digital Corridor
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Tidewater Editions
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Frametastic
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Vendue Inn
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French Quarter Gallery Association
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Wine and Design
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Fuzzco
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Wink Creative Studio
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BC - Beyond Charleston DT - Downtown KI - Kiawah Island NC - North Charleston ON - Online SK - Seabrook SV - Summerville WA - West Ashley
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15 42
16 18 17
20
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25
26
27
32 28
40
51 33 29
30
31 35
34
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MAP
62
Helen K. Beacham
DT
Helena Fox Fine Art
DT
75
Hilarie Lambert Studio
JI
72
Horton Hayes Fine Art
DT
46
41
Islands Art Gallery
JI
10
DT
26
Jennifer Black
DT
29
DT
45
Jim Booth Art Gallery
JI
8
Ann Long Fine Art
DT
71
John Carroll Doyle Art Gallery
DT
66
Art Mecca of Charleston
DT
84
John Duckworth
JN
9
Artizom Framing & Gallery
DT
27
Jonathan Green Studios
DI
3
Atelier Galleries
DT
39
Julia Santen Gallery
DT
35
Atrium Art Gallery
DT
81
Karole Turner Campbell
DT
50
Audubon Gallery
DT
34
Karson Photography
DT
18
Ben Ham Images
DT
90
King Street Studios
DT
19
Bird's I View Gallery
DT
68
Laura Dinello
DT
69
Carolina Antique Maps & Prints
DT
78
Leslie Pratt-Thomas
DT
60
Carolina Clay Gallery
KI
14
Lime Blue
DT
42
Cecil Byrne Gallery
DT
95
Linda Fantuzzo
DT
25
Charleston Artist Guild Gallery
DT
50
Lisa Willits
DT
28
Charleston Craft Cooperative Gallery
DT
85
Lowcountry Artists Gallery
DT
52
Charleston Renaissance Gallery
DT
77
Martin Gallery
DT
63
ChART Outdoor Initiative & Gallery
WA
7
Mary Martin Gallery of Fine Art
DT
80
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
DT
49
Michael Mitchell Gallery
DT
22
Coco Vivo
DT
58
Molly B. Right
DT
17
Coleman Fine Art
DT
79
One of a Kind Art & Fine Craft
DT
Cone 10 Studios
DT
5
Patricia Huff
Charleston Crafts Co-Op
DT
96
Principle Gallery
DT
57
Corrigan Gallery
DT
43
Real Estate Studio
DT
83
Courtyard Art Gallery
DT
53
Redux Contemporary Art Center
DT
21
Curiosity Vintage and Antiques
DT
82
Reinert LePrince Fine Art
DT
36
Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portraiture
DT
76
Robert Lange Studios
DT
47
Doris Kennedy
NC
90
Sanavandi Gallery
DT
13
earthArt Pottery & Art Studio
WA
16
Sandpiper Gallery
SI
1
Edward Dare Gallery
DT
60
Show & Tell Art & Design
ON
Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art
DT
73
Spencer Art Galleries I & II
DT
74
Ellis-Nicholson Gallery
DT
55
Stewart Fine Art
DT
97
Fire & Earth Fine Pottery
WA
6
Studio 151 Fine Art
DT
33
Galerie on Broad
DT
59
Surface Craft Gallery
DT
23
Gallery Chuma
DT
23
Sylvan Gallery
DT
38
Gaye Sanders Fisher Gallery
DT
65
Tate Nation
DT
29
Gordon Wheeler Gallery
DT
48
TIVOLI
DT
90
Graffito
DT
51
The Commons
DT
91
Hagan Fine Art Gallery & Studio
DT
44
The Sportsman’s Gallery & Paderewski Fine Art
DT
89
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
DT
24
Tom Potocki
DT
22
Wells Gallery at The Sanctuary
KI
12
With These Hands Gallery
EI
Alkyon Arts & Antiques
DT
Alterman Studios Anglin Smith Fine Art
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DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON: UPPER PENINSULA
G R E AT E R C H A R L E STO N A R E A 90
90
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19
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25
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29
28
DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON: LOWER PENINSULA 31
83 89
32 33
29
34
85
35
96
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57
37 42 43 82
44
41 81
48
46
47
45 51
73
71 91
80
66 68 65
97
53
50 52 61
49
63
57 61 59 75 60 58 56 55 77 76 62 95 69
74
78 79
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Culinary Arts 46
Indaco
DT
93
62
Jasmine Porch
KI
18
14
Kitchen 208
DT
94
22
Lana
DT
25
37
Langdon's
MP
7
DT
32
Magnolia's
DT
79
Bin 152 Wine & Cheese Bar
DT
61
McCrady's
DT
82
Blossom
DT
80
Mercato
DT
70
Blu
FB
17
Monza
DT
42
Boathouse at Breach Inlet
IOP
3
Muse
DT
54
Bull Street Gourmet
DT
57
Mustard Seed
Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill
DT
88
O-Ku
DT
39
Butcher & Bee
DT
12
Oak Steakhouse
DT
84
Carolina's
DT
85
Ocean Room at Sanctuary
KI
19
Carter’s Kitchen
MP
1
Pane e Vino
DT
45
Charleston Grill
DT
67
Peninsula Grill
DT
69
Circa 1886
DT
58
Poe's Tavern
SI
4
Closed for Business
DT
41
Poogan's Porch
DT
64
Co
DT
52
Prohibition
DT
Coast
DT
47
Queen Street Grocery
DT
59
Cocktail Club
DT
36
Rarebit
DT
33
Coda del Pesce
IOP
21
Republic Reign
DT
38
Cork Bistro
NC
9
Red Drum Gastropub
MP
5
Craftsmen Kitchen Tap House
DT
89
SALT
SI
95
Cristophe Chocolatier
DT
96
Sermet's Corner
DT
55
Cru Café
DT
51
Slightly North of Broad
DT
86
Cypress
DT
81
Social Wine Bar
DT
77
East Bay Meeting House
DT
83
Stars
DT
31
Elliotburough Mini Bar
DT
92
Sugar Bakeshop
DT
27
10
Taco Boy
NC
11
DT
60
Ted's Butcherblock
DT
50
JN
15
The Gin Joint
DT
78
DT
56
The Grocery
DT
30
DT
40
The Old Post Office
EI
20
6
The Ordinary
DT
35
The Macintosh
DT
34
39 Rue de Jean
DT
82 Queen
DT
Al Di La
WA
Barsa Lounge & Tapas
DT
Basil
DT
Belmont
(DT/MP)
NC
EVO Pizzeria Fast & French/G & M Fat Hen FIG Fish Five Loaves Café
(DT/MP)
(MP/JI/SV)
2
18
Fulton Five
DT
66
Grill 225
DT
73
Trattoria Lucca
DT
23
Halls Chophouse
DT
44
Tristan
DT
74
Hank's Seafood
DT
71
Virginia's on King
DT
49
High Cotton
DT
76
Two Boroughs Larder
DT
28
Hominy Grill
DT
26
Warehouse
DT
97
Husk
DT
63
WildFlour Pastry
DT
98
Il Cortile del Re
DT
65
Wild Olive
JI
16
Xiao Bao Biscuit
DT
29
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9
21 1 7
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6
3
5
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16
17
19
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18
Downtown Folly Beach James Island Kiawah Island North Charleston Sullivan’s Island Summerville West Ashley Mt. Pleasant
20
DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON: LOWER PENINSULA 22
92
23
29 25 26
97
98
27
30 35 93
6 28 32 36 31 34 37 38 39 40 41 42 44 43 46 47 45 49 18
50
52
57
96
55 58 67 66
94 65 61
59
51
54
56 71 69 70
96
74
62 63 64
73 8
89
88
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85
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Charleston Academy of Music
DT
8
Charleston Acting Studio
JI
7
Charleston Ballet Theatre
MP
3
Charleston Comedy Festival
DT
18
Charleston Concert Association
DT
23
Charleston International Film Festival
DT
12
Charleston Jazz Orchestra
DT
13
Charleston Music Hall
DT
13
Charleston Musical Heritage Productions DT
24
Charleston Stage
DT
22
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
WA
26
College of Charleston Theatre Dept
DT
15
Creative Spark Center for the Arts
MP
1
DanceFX
DT
5
Dock Street Theatre
DT
22
Flowertown Players
SV
Footlight Players
DT
21
Jazz Artists of Charleston
DT
9
Midtown Productions/Chs. Acting Studio
JI
7
MOJA Festival
DT
20
Piccolo Spoleto
DT
20
PURE Theatre
DT
11
Robert Ivey Ballet
WA
6
Sottile Theater
DT
25
South of Broadway Theatre Company
NC
4
Spoleto Festival USA
DT
16
Theater 99
DT
17
Theatre Charleston
DT
27
Threshold Repertory Theatre
DT
19
Woolfe Street Playhouse/ Village Rep.
DT
2
DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON
9 2 8
10
11
12 13
14
16
15 25
19
27
17 18
20 21
23
22
24
G R E AT E R C H A R L E STO N A R E A 1
4
3
26
5
6 7
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Downtown Folly Beach James Island Kiawah Island North Charleston Sullivan’s Island Summerville West Ashley Mt. Pleasant
4
SpaceCraft
WA
Susie Sheftel
ON
6
Taashki Handbags
ON
30
The Scarlet Poppy
ON
Treats for Tresses
DT
MP 10
Troubadour
ON
Candy Shop Vintage
ON
Utopia
DT
28
Cavortress
MP
24
Worthwhile
DT
21
Cose Belle
DT
22
Zola Jewelry
ON
Croghan's Jewel Box
DT
20
dee ruel
MP
2
Dixie Dunbar Studio
DT
26
Dulles Designs
DT
27
Ellington
DT
11
Felice Designs
DT
14
Filigree
DT
15
Fine Garnish
ON
Indigo and Cotton
DT
Janetics Ink
ON
JLINSNIDER
DT
Kenneth Beatrice
ON
Kelly Wenner Designs
NC
Lily
DT
Lori Wyatt Vintage
ON
Lula Kate
DT
Mac Does Hair
DT
Melissa Gray Designs
ON
Novel
DT
16
25
ONE Boutique
DT
12
26
Parham & Co.
DT
17
Pilger Designs
ON
RTW Charleston
DT
25
Seeking Indigo
DT
13
Alice & Daisy
DT
Angela Hall
ON
Anne’s
DT
Art Mecca of Charleston
DT
Beba Luxe
JI
3
Butterfly Consignment Boutique
29
19
DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON
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7
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12 13 30 15 14
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