A good sign

... visually and literally. The pop up gallery presented by Michael Mitchell Interiors during Spoleto from May 13 – June 13 is becoming a permanent fixture on King Street in Charleston. The new awning along the storefront was installed this week, and Michael’s Facebook friends could easily see his excitement about the new addition to the building…the photo is his new profile picture and I “stole” it to post here. As you know, Michael is representing my art in the gallery. I have yet to make the trip to Charleston but there are currently 11 originals in the gallery thanks to the postal service and Alicia Leeke, a fellow artist and neighbor, who graciously transported the larger paintings for me. I will soon get there to see for myself and meet Michael in person (you would think a College of Charleston graduate from 1986 would make it to Charleston more than he does, but Charleston – like his undergraduate years – seems a world away although it is a short drive from Columbia)! Anyway, I can tell from my interaction with Michael on the phone and electronic correspondence, that he is greatly passionate about what he does and he believes in his artists, friends and family and takes a refreshing team approach in the way he conducts his business. If you are in Charleston, please stop by and visit this destination shop at 438 King Street. I am happy to have his support, and I will return that support to him by helping promote his business. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 – 6:00 and by appointment. Gallery phone is (843) 564-0034 and a website is in development to show off his interior design skills (published in four magazines) and the gallery. Other artists showing at this location include Toni Elkins, Bonnie Goldberg, Alicia Leeke, Darlett Stone, Ed Shmunes, Esther Melton, Elena Madden, Debbie Martin, John K. Crum and many others!

Now in Charleston, SC

I am pleased to announce that I now have representation at Michael Mitchell Gallery located at 438 King Street near Marion Square! Please stop by and see new paintings that were created especially for this gallery. The following is taken from Michael Mitchell's facebook page:

A Charleston, South Carolina, native, Michael Mitchell founded Michael Mitchell Interiors and Art For Charity. Mitchell hails from a long line of South Carolina business men, but moved to New York City in 2006 to expand his career. He has worked on homes and businesses in Charleston, Columbia, New York City, Boston and more. His work also includes resort, boats and New York City apartments, as well as Lexington Medical Center and Columbia’s Shag Bistro. Mitchell’s work has been featured in magazines four times. He is working on several homes in Charleston and Columbia, as well as apartments in New York City. Well-traveled and having worked in a wide variety of environments, Mitchell said, “I like seeking out an edge for my clients -- a sophistication that features unexpected elements and makes a place truly unique.”

I am extremely excited to be working with Michael, and I am very thankful for the opportunity to show in Charleston for the first time!

A Little More of Charleston

St. Phillips Church

The Battery

Angel Oak

Some Charleston Color

Bold and Beautiful. And, like many of my paintings, there is an element of three to represent the Trinity.

Not My View

I had a great room at the Francis Marion, but I didn't have a great view like this one from a friend's room on the 11th floor. And, this is just part of the view...it was very nice!

Circa 1854

The Charleston conference was great fun, and all the hard work paid off. It was great to spend several nights in the Holy City after being away for so long...a lot has changed since I lived there over 20 years ago. The photo is of the Farmers Exchange Building. This building is the only example of Moorish Revival architecture in Charleston. It is located at 141 East Bay Street. It was actually hard coming back to Columbia today, but my legs will now recover from all of the walking I did when the conference was not in session! I will post more on Charleston over the next few days.

Charleston Bound

I will be attending the 17th annual State Fund Administrators National Meeting in Charleston this Sunday through Wednesday. Close to 150 people will be attending this meeting that is being held at the historic Francis Marion Hotel. I have a lot of sweat equity in this meeting - this past week has been a busy one getting everything prepared. Tuesday night we will be at the Citadel Beach House on the Isle of Palms for a Low Country Boil dinner and networking social. I haven't been to the beach in forever, so I am looking forward to this event. The photo above is one that I took back in August while strolling along Rainbow Row. Hopefully I will get some great photos during this trip.