Events from May 14 – March 20 – Sunset River Gallery Events from May 14 – March 20 – Sunset River Gallery

Artist Spotlight RL Thomas

The gallery is featuring acrylic artist RL Thomas and his collection, Moons & Dunes, from Monday, April 14 through Saturday, June 14. RL specializes in fine art that can "fit in your suitcase," which makes him much loved by the many out-of-town visitors we have! After a career in advertising and design, RL began taking classes and painting full time. […]

Coffee With the Authors – Bryan Hughes

Bryan Michael Hughes is an author and lifelong vocalist. After having told stories for years on stage, he found fulfillment in recording written family anecdotes. This led to writing fiction in earnest in 2021. Since then, he has completed five novels, a short story collection inspired by his readers, a coffee table book, and now his debut children’s book – […]

Waterway Art Association Spring Show & Sale

Waterway Art Association is  holding its 34th Annual Spring Exhibit and Sale at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC from Monday, May 12 – Saturday, May 17, 2025. Hours are 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Saturday. The public is invited and there is no charge. An awards reception will be held Monday evening, May 12 from 5-7 p.m. […]

Paint & Party – Beach Chair

This is one you won’t want to miss. Ginny will walk you through this charming acrylic of a beach chair at the water's edge. Come with your best pals! Or don’t be afraid to come solo. You’ll make new friends! Bring a beverage and snack if you like. Gallery provides everything else — paints, brushes, canvases, aprons, and any other […]

Jazz Night w/AfterHours Band

Join us for a very special  evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery.We're sad to say vocalist Bryan Hughes will be leaving the band to relocate back in Indiana. This will be his final gallery performance. We're sad to see him go, but look forward to a […]

Pattern & Variation Workshop w/Kathleen Spicer

Create/Recreate with Kathleen Spicer, a workshop on pattern and variation in art. June 21, 2025  11am - 1pm. Kathleen will guide students through making a four part pattern that will be repeated in 4 pieces. The aim is to learn how pattern and variation can be used in successful art. Students will supply their own paint and brushes, Kathleen will supply paper […]

Summer Art Market

This year's Summer Art Market  will be a three-day event! So mark your calendar for July 18, 19, and 20! Shop locally for art and unique gifts. There will be artist demonstrations, free gift certificate drawings, lots of refreshments and treats, and more! Plan on coming by to see what's new in pottery, paintings, photography, turned wood, glass, fiber art, […]

Acrylic Painting w/Rachel Sunnell

Techniques & Fundamentals of Acrylic Painting This painting class is open to acrylic and oil painters of all skill levels. I will be sharing my expertise in acrylics, as well as layout techniques, composition, value, and color theory. Students will have the opportunity to work with photo references and are encouraged to explore their own artistic expression. The curriculum will […]