Past Events from September 25, 2024 – May 14 – Sunset River Gallery Past Events from September 25, 2024 – May 14 – Sunset River Gallery

Exhibition – Chantal Tomiello: The Shape of Light

New works by Raleigh, NC artist Chantal Tomiello will be featured at Sunset River Gallery in Calabash, NC in a one-woman show titled The Shape of Light. The exhibit includes 20 of her original acrylic pieces showcasing her popular abstracted landscapes, female figures, and several ballet motif paintings. Gallery director Samantha Spalti said, “Chantal knows just what to keep and […]

Paint & Party – Dune Fence (New Date)

Please note: this is a. new date for this event! It was originally scheduled for Sept. 18. We have just two open spots, so call today if you're interested! Paint & Party is a great way to open up your creative side – with a little help from your friends! Ginny will take you through this fun Dune Fence design. […]

Coffee With the Authors – Lenny Di Gregorio

Join us for this month's Coffee With the Authors presentation with the always popular Lenny Di Gregorio as he talks about his latest, "Lost & Found in Manhattan." Get ready for a thrilling ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Imagine being alone in a dark, empty building late at night when […]

Portrait Class w/Brenda Riggins – Oct/Nov 2024

Six Thursdays from  Oct 17 - Nov 21, 10:00-12:30 $150 | non-refundable Please bring your own inspiration photo and supplies. The course will begin with examination of reference photos and things to be aware of in your photos. We will learn how to see the important areas of  your photo to help develop a likeness. We will be discussing colors […]

Third Thursday Jazz

Join us for an evening of fine tunes and good company in the artistic atmosphere you can only experience here at Sunset River Gallery.AfterHours is a local band of seasoned musicians you may have seen performing at local restaurants here in Brunswick County. The popular ensemble will bring their musical stylings to the gallery for two hours of standards and […]

Watercolor Portrait Class w/Brenda Riggins

Six Thursdays from  Jan 9- Feb 13, 10:00-12:30 $150 | non-refundable Please bring your own inspiration photo and supplies. The course will begin with examination of reference photos and things to be aware of in your photos. We will learn how to see the important areas of  your photo to help develop a likeness. We will be discussing colors that […]

Abstract Mark Making Workshop w/Marybeth Bradbury

Drawing Towards Insight is ideal for any level abstract painter. Acrylic and mixed media instructor Marybeth Bradbury will guide us through creating shapes that have meaning  and making marks that communicate your message. We'll be creating our own abstracted or conceptual portraits. We'll study how to actually use the techniques we learn and how to infuse our works with soul. […]

Mood Indigo Exhibition

For this much awaited show, artists are exploring the evocative power of indigo in its many forms - color, mood, and metaphor. Whether through dreamlike blues, quiet solitude of evening shadows, or rich textures of indigo dye, works in this insightful show capture moods that range from serene to mysterious.  Mood Indigo is a thread that weaves together memory, emotion, […]

Abstract Mark Making Workshop w/Marybeth Bradbury — new class

Our Jan. 25 workshop is full, so we've added another class. Drawing Towards Insight is ideal for any level abstract painter. Acrylic and mixed media instructor Marybeth Bradbury will guide us through creating shapes that have meaning  and making marks that communicate your message. We'll be creating our own abstracted or conceptual portraits. We'll study how to actually use the […]

Gary Baird – When You Come to a Fork in the Road, Take It

"When you come to a fork in the road, take it." – Yogi Berra Plan to  join us February 15, when Gary and Sue Baird regale us with tales of their 13,075 mile road trip this past summer.  Gary is a nature photographer, so he planned the trip to go through 17 national parks in the US and Canada, as well […]