CAPTURING THE MUSIC OF ABSTRACT ART
While landscapes and organic forms are the principal subjects of Madeline Dukes’ art, manifesting in abstracts, florals, landscapes and waterscapes, abstracts are closest to the heart of her vision. “I will always lean to abstraction,” says the Charleston-based painter. “It is extremely challenging and satisfying to respond with your senses to a subject and its environment while […]
ART RESTORATION
Katharine Flanders and her husband, Thomas, used to vacation in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, when their two sons were teens. Decades later, when the couple decided she would sell her B&B and he his dental practice, trading Upstate New York for the balmy South Carolina coastal town was a no-brainer. That’s the linchpin of the story […]
A VISUAL VOICE
“My purpose is to be a painter, to be an artist, to be creative,” artist Joy Roschella says. “Things are not well right now, and the more beauty you can put in front of people, I think it can help. My voice is quiet; it’s a visual voice, but that’s the message I’m putting out there.” Roschella, […]
THE POWER OF THE PORTRAIT
Portraiture is one of the oldest art forms. Part artwork, part biography and part history, an artistic portrait captures more than just how a person looks. Through portraiture, we get visual clues about their personality and the culture and society in which they lived. For over 5,000 years, humanity has been drawn to artistic renderings that […]
THE ART OF LIVING
In recent years, navigating the realm of furniture buying has become a whole new ball game, whether you’re renovating a room, relocating or constructing a new home. Wait times can span three to six months, prices have climbed nearly 35% since 2019, and there are either not enough choices in stock or you have to wade […]
MAKING AN IMPRESSION ONE PAINTING AT A TIME
Many discerning residents of the Charleston area and beyond have discovered that a little bit of Luck goes a long way in making their homes a calming and soothing oasis that captures light in a most artful manner. Helli Luck, who is a respected and well-known painter residing in Pawleys Island, moved to the United States in 1986 […]
LET ME TAKE YOU THERE
Dale Terbush is nothing if not passionate—about life and the world from which he gains inspiration. Terbush’s magnificent landscapes, skyscapes and scenes infused with dramatic expressions of water draw the observer to ethereal heights and toward the tender flow of a stream. Others will find themselves happily lost in mountain scenery. Terbush believes in trusting […]
MAKING THE CASE FOR ART
Variety is the spice of life for artist Catherine Case. You can see the array of skills and interests in her professional background, the blend of media she uses in drawing and painting, and the ever-evolving artistic styles she achieves. “Many artists choose one style, one medium and one subject matter, but I can’t be boxed in,” […]
OLD AND NEW WORLD AMARO
There’s nothing more soothing than watching Stanley Tucci making a Negroni. In the midst of our collective COVID anxiety, he shared a viral video on how to make his house cocktail. Tucci’s stylish home mixology performance drove an outpouring of affection. It was the master class we all needed featuring one of the greatest of […]
CONTEMPORARY DESIGN
Contemporary kitchen cabinets provide homeowners with an attractive, up-to-date aesthetic that lends style and sophistication to a new kitchen or remodel. Marked by simplified shapes and sleek lines, today’s fresh designs help create just the right atmosphere to complement modern décor. But selecting the most appropriate style can make all the difference. That’s where Classic […]
