Cultural Compendium | Coastal Discovery Museum features works that exemplify the South

The end of an endless summer is fast approaching and with that comes the promise of a brilliant collection of cultural arts events. The Cultural Compendium that follows is happily a roundup of anticipated cultural arts opportunities in the greater Lowcountry.

VISUAL ARTS

COASTAL DISCOVRY MUSEUM – MAIN GALLERY

Art Quilters of the Lowcountry: Heart and Soul of the South

Heart and Soul of the South features work by the Art Quilters of the Lowcountry, a group of five dedicated artists who use fiber and thread to create detailed portraits of the world around them. The Coastal Discovery Museum is pleased to host the group’s latest exhibition, in which they explore themes related to the people and places of the Southeastern United States.

Using Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer’s book “South: What it means to be here in heart or in spirit” as inspiration for considering the region, the Art Quilters will present more than 50 works, representing a range of subjects from landscape to portraits. While Ron Hodge, Ro Morrissey, Donna Stankiewicz, Peg Weschke, and Jody Wigton approach their work with a unique vision and varied techniques, these five award-winning artists share a commitment to their craft and to presenting fiber art as fine art. The quality of the work leaves no doubt that they have achieved their goal.

Each artist will also be in the gallery to discuss their work on select Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. in September and October. In addition, Ro Morrissey will host a Fiber Art Seascape Workshop on Oct. 20 from 5-7 p.m. ($30, reservations required). Participants will learn how to compose an art quilt and use a fusing technique to construct it, finishing with some simple hand stitching.

One of the works is called “Jazz Man” by Weschke. She She based the image on a photograph by Jeff Stager, which he took in Jackson Square in New Orleans. Peg used it for inspiration with his permission.

WHERE: Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head

WHEN: Opening Reception, Sept. 14, 5-7 p.m.

Exhibit Dates: Sept. 10-Oct. 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Info: The reception and artist walks are free and open to the public

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ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

As part of Art League of Hilton Head’s year-long 50th anniversary celebration, an exhibit of past members’ artistic achievements, will be held this fall. A Tribute: Honoring Past Members and Their Work is a look at a diverse selection of member artwork that has been on exhibit throughout Art League’s 50-year history.

On display will be the work of over 30 artists, including one of the Art League’s founding members, Walter Greer, one of the foremost Lowcountry American artists and the island’s first resident artist; Suzanne McCullough Plowden, whose mural study “Early Clockmaking” can be found in the Smithsonian; Yvonne Stark, known for the impressionistic landscapes; Nancy Wittke, organizer of the Art & Flower Show and Fabulous Fakes, two beloved annual Art League of Hilton Head special events, and Gretchen Ramsey, Art League’s first president.

WHAT: A Tribute: Honoring Past Members and Their Work

WHERE: Art League of Hilton Head, 14 Shelter Cove Lane

WHEN: Opening Reception, Sept. 28, 5-7 p.m.

Exhibit Dates: Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Info: 843-681-5060

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ART LEAGUE HILTON HEAD

“Surroundings: Capturing the Lowcountry on Canvas,” an exhibit of works in acrylics and oil pastels by Robin Sue Ross, is being featured at the Art League of Hilton Head.

WHERE:\u000914 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head

WHEN: \u0009Through Sept. 24, Mon.-Sat. 5-7 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m.

Info:\u0009\u0009843-681-5060 www.ArtLeagueHHI.org

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ART LEAGUE ACADEMY OF HILTON HEAD

“Ebb & Flow: The Fluidity of Paint,” an exhibit by local artist Jean Macaluso.

Working with acrylic paint and resin, Jean captures nature’s essence by evoking the feelings of a landscape or still life through abstract forms, lines, and colors. Using her imagination, along with her own reference photos, she creates landscapes meant to take one to a different time and place.

Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, including true beginners. Taught by professional are educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly.

WHAT: Exhibit of art by Jean Macaluso

WHEN: Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Sept. 7 at the gallery

WHERE: Art League Academy, 1076 Cordillo Pkwy, Hilton Head

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USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS, BEAUFORT

The Marsh House Collective

Don’t miss the new exhibition, at USCB Center for the Arts, The Marsh House Collective, with 12 artists from Dataw Island.

The Marsh House Collective is a small, close-knit group of artists who live and produce art on Dataw Island. Their work represents a wide range of media, styles and subject matter. They enjoy experimenting, sharing ideas and challenging each other. The artists backgrounds are diverse but the common ground is an appreciation of art in all its forms.

Participating artists include: Lynn Baker, Patricia Blumer, Barb Carakostas, Anne Clements, Marie Doyon, Susan Emons, Jennifer Ethier, Becky Lougee, Bill Sloan, Andy Smith, Linda Stevens- Sloan, Lyn Wilson.

What: Marsh House Collective

Where: USCB Center for the Arts (Small Gallery), 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC

When: Through – Oct 6, Mon.– Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Tickets: Free and open to the public

Info: USCBCenterForTheArts.com

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YORK W. BAILEY MUSEUM AT PENN CENTER, BEAUFORT

The Ties That Bind: The paradox of cultural survival amid climate events

An exhibition that explores notions of life in the sea islands. Ceramics and photography by artists in residence Anina Major and Tamika Galanis.

Where: 16 Penn Center Circle, West, St. Helena Island

When: Through Sept. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Info: info@penncenter.com (843) 838-2432

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DRIFTWOOD EATERY, HILTON HEAD

Oil paintings by Carol Iglesias

The work of plein air impressionist Carol Iglesias, captures the very essence of her experiences throughout her well-traveled life. She invites the viewer to share in her love of the world and entices with her bold use of color and light. One painting may depict an appreciation of architecture and in another, colorful reflections on water.

Where: Driftwood Eatery, 5 Waterway Lane, Hilton Head

When: Through September, daily 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.

Info: caroliglesias.com

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SOBA — SOCIETY OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS

Perception & Interpretation, an exhibit by Lynne Drake

Where: 8 Church St., Bluffton

When: Through Aug. 28, Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11-3 p.m.

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Paint what you love and love what you paint, an exhibit by Mary Treadwell

Where: 6 Church St., Bluffton

When: Opening reception Sept. 9, 5-7 p.m.

Sept. 6-Oct. 2, Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11-3 p.m.

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LA PETITE GALLERIE

The works of Sue Grilli now on display

There’s a new artist in town, and her works are now on exhibit at La Petite Gallerie. Sue Grilli has joined the roster of outstanding artists in the small gallery. Grilli’s work is a joyful treat to experience. Both her florals and her abstract creations.

At La Petite, visitors can look forward to sculpture, acrylic, oil and watercolor paintings, blown and fused glass, whimsical and soulful clay pieces, wonderful copper “spinners”, fish, turtles, birds and other fun garden art.

Where: Adjacent to “The Store” 56 Calhoun St., Bluffton

When: Mon–Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 12-5 p.m.

Info: 843.707.4280

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RED PIANO GALLERY

Collecting art is a joyful journey

Ben Whiteside reminds everyone that “collecting art is a joyful journey” and he followed-up a note to me, sharing a list and examples of their creative outcomes, some 25 artists whose mixed media work he collects, and which can be found at the Red Piano Gallery.

WHERE: 40 Calhoun St., Suite 201, Bluffton

WHEN: Through September

INFO: 843-842-4433

PERFORMING ARTS

Thank you and congratulations to the performing arts organizations that contributed so impressively to the enormously popular and successful theatre season! Looking back, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina presented “Rock of Ages”, Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute presented “Music Man” and “Ragtim”, May River Theatre presented “Heathers: the Musical” and Main Stage Community Theatre presented “Sound of Music”.

Looking forward, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina will present “Little Shop of Horrors”, “A Christmas Story”, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”, “Company”, and “Jersey Boys”. Lean Ensemble will present “The Taming”, “Educating Rita”, “The Lifespan of Fact”, “Mitchelville” and “Ripcord” and of course more fabulous shows to come from Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute, May River Theatre and Main Stage Community Theatre.

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JAZZ IN THE PARK SERIES – FABULOUS EQUINOX ORCHESTRA

Where: Lowcountry Celebration Park at Coligny, 94 Pope Ave., Hilton Head

When: Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Info: Free outdoor performance, bring chairs

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EVENTS

LOWCOUNTRY CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN GUILD OF ORGANISTS

Farmers Market of Bluffton Summer Series

WHAT: “CLASSICAL FAVORITES” – highlighting music for organ, recorder, piano, and other collaborative instruments and featuring audience favorites by Bach and company.

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 1 at 1 p.m.

WHERE: Bluffton United Methodist Church, 101 Calhoun St., Bluffton

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BEYOND VAN GOGH, CHARLESTON

A totally do-it arts experience, and you must absolutely arrange to make your way to Charleston and experience this highly prized incredible arts opportunity. Beyond Van Gogh offers cutting edge projection technology and an original score. The entire experience breathes new life into over 300 of Van Gogh’s artworks.

Where: Charleston Area Convention Center, 5000 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston

When: Through Sept. 25, Tues-Sun, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Info: vangoghcharleston.com

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LOWCOUNTRY BOOK CLUB CONVENTION–VIA ZOOM

Presented by the Pat Conroy Literacy Center. Free virtual visit with author Zibby Owens.

When: Sept 23, 6 p.m. and Sept 24, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Info: Tickets and schedule at patconroyliterarycenter.org

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CRESCENDO

This month-long celebration of the arts offers more than 100 unique cultural programs, concerts, theatrical productions, museum and gallery exhibits, lectures, poetry readings, dance performances, historical tours, and hands on experiences. Look forward to more information about this magnificent cultural arts event!! More details to come in our next Compendium.

When: Oct. 10–Nov. 12

Info: culturehhi.org/crescendo2022

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THE MAD HATTER MIXER AT THE PALMETTO BLUFF SHOOTING CLUB

SPECIAL NOTE: The organizers of the activities planned to continue the design of the Cultural Arts Initiative at Palmetto Bluff recently staged a fascinating event with appeal ... at the Shooting Club and at the Shooting Range. The event started with a 5-stand sharp shooting demonstration, further enhanced by an opportunity to meet Mary Landrum Pyron, owner, designer, and creator of ML Provisions, where she creates astonishing custom hats of felt. She is the August Artist in Residence.

Keep your eye open for invitations to attend the important and varied events associated with Palmetto Bluff’s Cultural Arts Initiative.