COUNTING BLESSINGS
As a boy growing up in rural South Carolina, John Witzel learned to embrace beauty early, tromping through untouched natural landscapes, fishing pole in hand. His artwork today reflects that appreciation, with vividly colored representations of iconic Southern culture—serene waterways, a dockside sunset, the stoic palmetto, a catch of blue crab. Another side of the […]
PAINTING IS MORE THAN ART
Teresa Jones fondly recalls when a young lady commissioned her to paint her family’s home, Loch Dhu Plantation. It was a plantation on Lake Marion built in the early 1800s. Unfortunately, the oldest living relative passed away, and the plantation was being sold. “Watching her smile as she carefully positioned the painting above the fireplace […]
MAKING THE LUXURIOUS LIVABLE
When Chap Manning registered for Business & Ethics at The Citadel in the mid-2000s, he had no idea that his instructor would not only teach him the basics of business ethics but change the trajectory of his life. His professor, Bonnie Oulla, was the original principal of Fiber-Seal of the Lowcountry, and she hired Manning […]
THE JOY OF MOVEMENT
Choosing a surgeon can be a daunting task for a patient who is already facing daily medical challenges and chronic pain. Those whose challenges involve joint issues, such as hip or knee pain, will be pleased to learn that Dr. Dustin Hambright of South Carolina Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center receives high praise and five-star […]
PIER INSPIRATION
If there’s anything that interior designers know how to do, it’s to plan. Plan for long delivery wait times, the countdown until the day a product comes back into stock, international shipping delays and dreaded “supply chain issues.” So designers who order from Harbor Classic, an online luxury outdoor furniture company based in Charleston, are […]
PROUD TO BE FROM PUGLIA
Zinfandel is one of the most historic and beloved red wine grapes of California. First planted by Italian immigrants to the wine country in the early 1800s, Zinfandel is originally from Puglia, Italy, where it is known as Primitivo. Big, red and jammy, Primitivo is named for the early ripening character of the grape, which […]
BEYOND BEAUTIFUL
In her work shimmering light, painter Mary Garrish captures more than the majesty of the coastal landscape; she conveys a unique sense of awe that attunes us to something larger than ourselves. Her work is a shade beyond beautiful—it’s healing. In fact, Garrish was a physician for more than two decades before she was a […]
THE POETRY OF PAINTING
At the age of 9, Mila Koenig was at her grandparents’ house painting with her favorite colors, and she remembers her grandmother’s old cupboard was her first inspiration. On that old piece, she instinctively created intricate designs in bright oils that instantly gave it new life. When the neighbors came to see it, they were […]
FINE ART FABRICS
With a name such as Painterly Home, it’s easy to surmise why people of discerning taste are drawn to the exclusive online boutique, which showcases one-of-a-kind pieces for the home. It takes more than a name, however, to attract those same customers back time and time again. Painterly Home’s allure goes well beyond its intriguing […]
HOP ON BOARD
Who doesn’t love a charcuterie board full of delectable meats, cheeses, crackers, fruit and more at a party? But when the food is all gone, what better way to impress your guests than to leave behind a piece of art for all to see? Artist and entrepreneur Parker Richardson designs and handcrafts custom live-edge charcuterie […]
