Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, May 17
5-8 p.m.

In 2012, the Downtown Charleston ArtWalk will be celebrating 10 years as the Capitol City’s premiere art event. This season promises to be even bigger, better and more exciting than before.

Check out what’s in store for Thursday’s ArtWalk.

Art Emporium
823 Quarrier Street

Bridging sculpture with photography, printmaking, painting, installation and performance, Steve Pauley’s art evolved organically from his work as a headstone carver and as a photography teacher.

His current exhibition “Rock Show,” explores engraving anamorphic images into polished granite, which are then projected onto a wall by bouncing light off the stone’s surface. Fusing the time-intensive labor of hand engraving stone and the mechanical reproduction of photography, Pauley’s current investigations include projecting that image onto light sensitive paper in a darkroom without the use of a camera or film. 

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
900 Lee Street, Suite 1600

The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation features 29 limited edition pieces of Deborah Herndon’s work ranging from photographs of French and Spanish architectural details and urban landscape (including “French Kiss Knocker,” finalist in the 67th Allied Artists Juried Competition) to one of Herndon’s more recent pieces, “Orchestra Hall, Violin Blue,” a metallic photography print/raised paint tracing on cardboard overlay.

The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation will also feature five jewelry designs by Faye Johnson. Johnson became interested in jewelry creation in 2007 as a result of a design class at Beadlush in Charlotte, NC. Since then, Johnson has studied under critically acclaimed designer Dan Haga, as well as jewelry maker Kim St. Jean.  She has also participated in multiple art shows in the NoDa arts district of Charlotte, NC. Johnson’s jewelry reflects her interest in metal and stringing; her work uses mixed media including clay, gemstones, and various metals.

Gallery Eleven
1033 Quarrier Street

Jo Ann Crawford is featured artist of the month at Gallery Eleven for the May ArtWalk. Her exhibit is titled “Sunflowers Red and Blue. Jo Ann has a bachelor of arts degree from West Virginia University with a masters degree from Marshall University. Her work has been selected by several corporate collections and she has received awards in four surrounding states.

House of Luxe
817 Quarrier Street

The House of Luxe will have most jewelry on clearance 50-60 percent off for the May 17th ArtWalk. Jewelry designs will be featured from Swarovski Elements, Leighelena, Marcia Moran, Hyde, Streets Ahead, Mashka and Gillian Julius.

Romano and Associates
230 Capitol Street, Suite 200

Katheryne Hawkins, a recent graduate of West Virginia State University, will feature “Frail Yet Firm.” It’s a collection of works exploring the juxtaposition of symbolic imagery and their relationship to medium and process. These metaphors are reference to the life, death, and rebirth of select flora and fauna that occur here in Appalachia.

The imagery lends itself to comparison with the process of printmaking, the fragility of the hive relates to the frailty of the papers used and the rigidity of the antlers represents the firm process of printing methods.

Delfine’s Jewelry
245 Capitol Street

Delfine’s Jewelers we will be showcasing Zultanite Gemstones for the May 17h ArtWalk. Naturally precious, Zultanite is a new color changing gemstone that is beautiful,rare, always natural and ethically mined. Zultanite’s beguiling color palette, combined with an exotic pedigree, has made it afavorite among jewelry connoisseurs around the globe.

The Charleston Ballet
100 Capitol Street

The Allied Artists of West Virginia will be partnering with the Charleston Ballet for a live studio drawing session during the May 17 ArtWalk. Images of art pieces created during the live drawing class will be posted online for voting of favorites on both the Charleston Ballet and Allied Artists Facebook pages.

Three notable judges’ votes combined with the public’s choices will determine the winning piece. A $250 prize of a Charleston Town Center Gift Card will be offered to the winner of combined judges and public voting. This winner will be announced in June during FestiVALL. Art works will need to be submitted no later than Monday, May 21, 2012 to be included in the contest.

Submitted pieces will also be on display at a public location for viewing. Viewing and voting will take place through the months of May and June. This event is also open to other WV amateur artists. Please bring your easels if you would like to use one and what you need to work with. Only tables and chairs and dancers will be provided.

Additional art selections from Allied Artists members will also be on display and for sale on Thursday May 17. The upcoming ARTWALK will take place on May 17, 2012 from 5-8 at the Charleston Ballet studios located on the mezzanine floor at 100 Capitol Street.

Mission Savvy
202 Hale Street

Mission Savvy will be selling its new collection of hand painted wooden photo blocks and “Grow Kits” – planting kits for a range of garden themes designed by local Unicorn Lane Farms.

Taylor Books
226 Capitol Street

The Annex Gallery will feature new paintings from Tiera Floyd. A native of Sutton, WV and a recent graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan University, Tiera’s new body of work, titled “Legacy of the Lines” focuses on the cracks, wrinkles, whiskers, scuffs and scraps of five senior citizens in her hometown. Tiera spent time with each of her subjects and chose to focus on specific features and gestures to capture the history and soul of each individual. The result, while excluding much of the information included in a traditional portrait, gives the viewer a much more intimate and compelling experience. Also featured will be paintings from Lewisburg based artist Mary Hurst. Her work will be on display until May 30th.

Downtown ArtWalk ‘Spring Fling’
Saturday, May 5
Noon-4 p.m.

Enjoy a “Spring Fling” tomorrow as Downtown ArtWalk holds a special Saturday event on Cinco de Mayo.

Now in its 10th season, ArtWalk showcases downtown Charleston’s thriving art scene. This special Saturday edition will feature many downtown venues displaying extraordinary works of art.

Also, entertainment wll provided on Hale Street with local musicians performing along the sidewalks.

Check out what’s also in store for tomorrow’s ArtWalk:

Art Emporium
823 Quarrier Street

Art Emporium will be having a Sidewalk Sale with great deals on open back frames. They will also have extra discounts storewide.

All Custom Framing 50 percent off (valid on pre-paid orders only), 10 percent off any purchase storewide (may not be used on clearance items or in addition to custom framing discount).

Offers valid on Saturday May 5th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ONLY.

Vision’s Day Spa
238 Capitol Street

Vision’s will feature artwork by Gregg Oxley,  Keith W Johnson and Heather Kincaid.

Also featured will be photography from Jennifer Dingess, Chad Miller and Dawn Combs.

Mission Savvy
202 Hale Street

Mission Savvy will be having a Sidewalk Sale on Saturday. They will be selling their new collection of upcycled and hand painted picture boxes. Organic take-out food will be available as usual.

Taylor Books
226 Capitol Street

An “Author Showcase” will be held featuring Mike Casazza, Lisa McComb, Marilyn Sue Shank, Mary Rocini and Gina Thomas.

The showcase will occur from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Other Downtown ArtWalk “Spring Fling” participating venues include:

Delfine’s Jewelry
Stray Dog Antiques
Modern by Design
The Purple Moon
Gallery Eleven
House of Luxe

Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, April 19
5-8 p.m.

In 2012, the Downtown Charleston ArtWalk will be celebrating 10 years as the Capitol City’s premiere art event. This season promises to be even bigger, better and more exciting than before.

The April 19th edition ArtWalk will add two new venues: Delfine’s Jewelry and the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation.

Check out what’s in store for Thursday’s ArtWalk.

The Purple Moon 9
06 Quarrier Street

The Purple Moon is pleased to host members of the West Virginia Allied Artists for a group show. In addition to the Allied Artists, also featured will be works by other national, regional and local artists and, of course, a plethora of mid-20th Century design.

Art Emporium
823 Quarrier Street

Art Emporium will be featuring “Friends Among the Hills,” a showing of paintings by Emily Roles and wire jewelry by Sue Chase. Sue and Emily are long time friends and always West Virginians.

Emily’s acrylic paintings on paper feature a variety of colorful West Virginia landscapes, and Sue combines beads with wire in her designs to make one of a kind rings, bracelets, earrings and necklaces.

Chet Lowther Studio
223 Hale Street

Chet Lowther will be showing new works in encaustic, oil, and acrylic for the April ArtWalk.

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
900 Lee Street, Suite 1600 (A new addition to ArtWalk)

The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation features 29 limited edition pieces of Deborah Herndon’s work ranging from photographs of French and Spanish architectural details and urban landscape (including “French Kiss Knocker,” finalist in the 67th Allied Artists Juried Competition) to one of Herndon’s more recent pieces, “Orchestra Hall, Violin Blue,” a metallic photography print/raised paint tracing on cardboard overlay.

Michelle Krompecher of White Oak Photography will showcase an exhibition of select images from her most recent travels, observations, and experiences. The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation is a new venue for ArtWalk beginning in April. It’s located at the Huntington Bank Building.

Gallery Eleven
1033 Quarrier Street

Gallery Eleven is pleased to feature artist Kathy Boland with her exhibit “Grand Dames of Charleston, WV” for the April ArtWalk. The exhibit will be open through April 30. Gallery Eleven is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Good News Mountaineer Garage
221 1/2 Hale Street

Good News Mountaineer Garage Gallery will feature art from students at Mountaineer Montessori School for this month’s ArtWalk. The fourth, fifth and six grade art students at the school have spent the last two months creating woodblock prints, drawings, mosaics, paintings and sculpture depicting the tragic deaths of miners at the historic Hawks Nest Tunnel.

The student’s work will be for sale and the proceeds will go to an educational component of the Hawks Nest Tunnel Project.

Taylor Books
226 Capitol Street

Featured for the April ArtWalk at Taylor Books’ Annex Gallery are an assortment of assemblage and mixed media work from Robert Villamagna. Villamagna works in assemblage, lithographed tin, paper collage, and mixed-media.His work has been exhibited at the Carnegie Museum of Art, Andy Warhol Museum, the Mattress Factory, ARC Gallery (Chicago), Erie Art Museum, among others.  Three of Villamagna’s works are in the State of West Virginia permanent collection.

Blacksmith artist Jeff Fetty will be appearing in the gallery with a collection of his work and celebrating the publication of a new book featuring his metal designs. Metal Design International 2012 gathers eight metal designers from around the world each year to participate in its publication. Fetty is only the second American to receive this great recognition.

Jon Salo of Charleston will have some new mixed media sculptures on display.

House of Luxe
817 Quarrier Street

House of Luxe will feature brightly colored resin and crystal rings and earrings by “Angelique de Paris.” Also featured is crystal jewelry by Deborah Grivas and Balinese jewelry designs by Anna Beck.

Romano and Associates
230 Capitol Street, Suite 200

Romano and Associates will feature a solo exhibition from Ian Bode. “The Passenger,” the simple figure you will see in nearly every piece of Ian Bode’s work, is a resident of the town of Chuckburgh, which is a nod to Charleston, WV, the town that Ian grew up in and currently resides.

Inspired by artists such as Charles Schultz, Sergio Aragones (Mad Magazine), Gary Larson, Keith Haring and Rene Magritte, Ian uses a “less is more” style for “The Passenger,” which allows the surroundings of each panel to convey the intended thoughts or feelings.

In his work, Ian examines the song lyrics, movies, and books that are part of our culture, along with overheard conversations and his own thoughts. More recently Ian has begun picking up the paint brush again, something he had not done outside of art class since the late 1990’s. Some of these paintings are collaborations with his friend and fellow “Chuckburgh” artist, Dave Thomas.

The Charleston Ballet
100 Capitol Street

Visit the Charleston Ballet Downtown Dance Studios during the April. Register for a free drawing for our SURPRISE GRAB BAG filled with various gift items valued at $175+. Watch dancers as they prepare for upcoming performances. Meet photographer KD Lett and view his new series of dancer portraits and videos.

Stray Dog Antiques
219 Hale Street

Kept. – an exhibition of portraits of people and their pets, curated by Stray Dog Antiques, will be featured during the April Artwalk.This exhibition features portraits of people and pets, by untrained and folk artists. Ranging from charming to cheesy, this collection will be on display through May. Join us for Artwalk and stroll through our three floors of unique treasures.

Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, March 15
5-8 p.m.

The Downtown Charleston ArtWalk will be celebrating 10 years as the Capitol City’s premiere art event in 2012. This year promises to be even bigger, better and more exciting than before. Check what’s in store for the March 15 kickoff of ArtWalk.

The Purple Moon
906 Quarrier Street

The Purple Moon kicks off the 2012 ArtWalk Season with works from three wonderful West Virginia artists: Glen Brogan, Sharon Stackpole and Chase Henderson. Brogan grew up in Charleston and is a lover of cartoons, animation, and comics. This love and knowledge of these mediums are certainly evident in his work. Stackpole is back to The Purple Moon with some great new work. After art school, Stackpole worked for some time as a newspaper reporter and columnist in West Virginia and still maintains a daily blog. She is a strong supporter of arts in education and lobbies for the restoration of art instruction at the primary grade levels in West Virginia.

Henderson went to Marshall University to study computers and writing, but mostly computers. Burdened with this knowledge he moved back to Charleston where he lives with his wife and peddles his dark arts of system administration. After chasing all the monsters out of the NYC subway, Henderson was named director of the Charleston branch of Dr. Sketchy’s Anti-Art School, which holds monthly events througohut the Valley

In addition, The Purple Moon will feature art by William D. Goebel, Felix Krasyk, Hank Keeling, Chuck Hamsher and the usual plethora of fabulous, vintage 20th Century Design!

Art Emporium
823 Quarrier Street

The Art Emporium will feature “Slung, Flung & Hung,” mixed media works of art by Robert Tribbie with an Artist Reception during ArtWalk.

Chet Lowther Studio
223 Hale Street

The Chet Lowther Studio kicks off the 2012 Charleston ArtWalk season by showcasing works by some of the most creative, imaginative artists of our time: children. In celebration of Youth Art Month, Lowther will feature works by selected elementary and high school students. Joining him in curating this exhibit is Rebecca Burch, a fellow artist and art educator who will be on hand to answer questions about the importance of art in our schools.

Youth Art Month is an annual observance created in 1961 to emphasize the value of art education for all children. As art teachers, Lowther and Burch know first-hand the significance of public support for quality school art programs. So, please join them in honoring their students at the March ArtWalk and be sure to bring the kids!

Gallery Eleven
1033 Quarrier Street

Downtown Charleston’s art coopertive, Gallery Eleven, begins the 2012 ArtWalk season by welcoming three new artists – Tony Papa, Danielle Milam and Mary Lou Wiegand.

Studio 1031
1031 Quarrier Street

Studio 1031 will be featuring the work of Joeann Crawford and Stefani Andrews. Crawford has been concentrating on a body of work that reflects on flora and fauna in watercolors. Andrews has been working on a series called “Bio Logic,” which explores repeated shapes in nature in oil paints and silver leaf on a large scale.

Taylor Books
226 Capitol Street

The Annex Gallery at Taylor Books will feature new paintings by Tracy Stuckey.

Born in Indiana, Stuckey lives and works in Morgantown. He is a part time lecturer in the College of Creative Arts at West Virginia University and an adjunct professor in the School of Fine Arts at Fairmont State University. In 2011 he received a Professional Development Grant from the West Virginia Division of Culture and History.

House of Luxe
817 Quarrier Street

House of Luxe will debut several new lines of Spring/Summer jewelry for ArtWalk, including colorful mix and match bracelets by “Aid Through Trade.” Each piece is made with care by Nepali women who cherish being in their artisan group. Your purchase provides them with much needed income and status. Exclusive designs by Aid Through Trade ensure fair pay, benefits, dignity, and a healthy workplace.

Exquisite resin and crystal rings and earrings by “Angelique de Paris,” in all the latest bright colors for Spring and Summer-white, blue, sea green, pop pink, chocolate, black, coral, red, and lavender. Angelique is a true Parisian delight in the flesh. Her fun, bubbly and bright personality is reflected in her colorful, sparkling and beautiful designs.

Vision’s Day Spa
238 Capitol Street

For the March 15th ArtWalk Visions will be presenting roses by Keith W Johnson, stained glass by Bob Rosier of First Glass, photographs by Dawn Combs and Chad Miller, and hand-blown glass by Hinkle Glass, and hand-made scarves by Tia of Tia’s Treasures this month.Also for the March ArtWalk, people can receive a complimentary make-over from make-up artist Ted Brightwell.

 Romano and Associates
230 Capitol Street, Suite 200

Romano and Associates will be featuring the “Colors of the Rainbow Show,” exhibit. Rainbow Pride of West Virginia, Inc. is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides social and educational resources for West Virginia’s LGBT community and our friends & allies. Rainbow Pride is made up of a 9-member Board of Directors and several subsidiary committees.The winter art show was envisioned as part of Rainbow Pride’s continued commitment to outreach and expression of the GLBT community of West Virginia and our allies.

The Charleston Ballet
100 Capitol Street

Watch an “inside” studio rehearsal for “PLAY BALL!” and meet six of the male guest artists from Ballet Fleming in Philadelphia that will be here for this upcoming performance. This clever work combines baseball with ballet and pits the men’s team against the women. Meet “Chuck”, the mascot for the West Virginia Power baseball team and find out about the opening of baseball season.

On Monday, the Charleston City Council honored the Downtown ArtWalk by passing a resolution. ArtWalk will celebrate its 10th Anniversary when it kicks off it’s 2012 season on March 15. See below for the resolution.

Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, Dec. 15
5-8 p.m.

White Oak Photography
107 Hale Street, Suite 100

What’s that lurking in the back of your closet? Why it’s an Ugly Christmas Sweater!

Time to break it out and put it on to celebrate the holiday season at ArtWalk.

We’ll be taking portraits of you in your holiday finery and prizes will be given for the ugliest sweaters. New works will be on display and select fine art prints will be available for purchase, sure to make a great gift for everyone.  Join us Under the White Oak!!!

Good News Mountaineer Garage
221 1/2 Hale Street

West Virginia Patriots for Peace and other local groups are sponsoring “Windows and Mirrors”, an art exhibit initiated by American Friends Service Committee, and produced by artists around the US and other countries, as well as by Afghan students.

The traveling exhibit is a remembrance to those who have suffered and died in this now-ten-year-old conflict, and seeks to turn us away from perpetual war and to renew our commitment to diplomacy, reconciliation, development, and security in this region and around the world.

Stray Dog Antiques
219 Hale Street

Join us at Stray Dog Antiques and find unique gifts for your family, your friends and yourself! All three floors are open Monday through Saturday 10-5, and on Sunday from 11-5 through December 25th.

Art Emporium
823 Quarrier Street

Thorney Lieberman, a native New Yorker, has photographed professionally for more than 40 years. A book of his landscapes, Manhattan Lightscape was published by Abbeville Press in 1990.

A Charleston transplant for better than six years, his photographs of his adopted city portray a romantic vision.

Vision’s Day Spa
238 Capitol Street

Visions will feature new glass from Ron Hinkle and handmade scarves and hats by Tia of Tia’s Treasures.

House of Luxe
817 Quarrier Street

House of Luxe will feature print maker, Eleanor Kousaie Rashid, displaying monoprints, lithographs, clay monoprints and giclee prints.

Gallery Eleven
1033 Quarrier Street

December will feature every Gallery Eleven artist listed below:

• Sonja Adkins
• Kathy Boland
• Joe Ann Crawford
• Clyde Edelman
• Phyllis Larimer
• Pat Miller
• Gloria Jean Pennington
• Pat Roberts
• Randy Selbe
• Helen Williams
• Larry Wolfe
• Pat Workman

Taylor Books
226 Capitol Street

Taylor Books will feature new work from a collection of artists including Cathy Wilkin, Roshanna Rothberg, Anthony Young, Vernon Howell, Mary Sanders, Mary Jane Hurst, Robert Villamanga, Mark Blumenstein and more.

Also featured will be rugs  by Twinkle Toes Rugs,  new stock of Blenko Glass, new handmade cutting boards by Jim and Brenda Goode, handcrafted metal sculptures by blacksmith Jeff Fetty, and work from local geologist Scott Rodeheaver.

Romano and Associates
230 Capitol Street, Suite 200

Sassa Nibert is a 30-year-old fine arts graduate of Marshall University. She is currently teaching drawing at Marshall while attending graduate school for art education.
She recently had a public sculpture installed in downtown Huntington’s Harris Riverfront Park.

Sassa continues to make work through graduate school, and is currently focused on portrait drawing and painting. Her work will be featured at Romano and Associates.

Studio 1031
1031 Quarrier St.

Studio 1031 will be featuring the art of Stefani Andrews. Stefani has prints, paintings, jewelry, and metal sculptures available. Her recent large scale paintings, prints, and mixed media from her series “Bio-Logic” are also being featured in the window at Pro Art this month.

Come check out our paper Christmas tree in the window that lights up. There is a six foot version currently in the Clay Center’s Christmas exhibit that was installed by Stefani.

The Purple Moon
906 Quarrier Street

The Purple Moon will close out the 2011 ArtWalk season with a “Holiday Art Party” featuring works from local and regional artists, vintage works from around the globe and a plethora of mid-century modern magic thrown in for good measure.

Live music will be provided by Tofujitsu. Stop by and register for a door prize, enjoy some Holiday libation and help us celebrate this most Festive of Seasons!

Downtown ArtWalk
Friday, Nov. 25
5-8 p.m.

Gallery Eleven
1025 Quarrier Street

Gallery Eleven is proud to announce that Sonja Adkins is the featured artist for the November ArtWalk.

Sonja’s new show “It Reads Chinese,” is composed of work in the style of Chinese paintings, a new genre for her. She is an accomplished artist who always has a very interesting and subject based show.

She has won many regional art awards and has been in shows at the Cultural Center, juried shows at Sunrise, Parkersburg Art Center and Huntington Museum of Art, to name a few.

New Work by Sandra King at Art Emporium on
823 Quarrier Street

There is a moment in the development of an artist when her established style deepens and intensifies.  This is precisely the moment reflected in Sandra King’s new paintings.

Each landscape stands with a sense of solidity derived from her fidelity to the natural world and her skill in observing and registering nature at its most vivacious.

White Oak Photography
107 Hale Street, Suite 100

‘Tis the season to be surrounded by family & friends. You’re invited for some holiday cheer to celebrate this time of year.  We decked the halls and strung the lights, all we need is YOU to make this Holiday ArtWalk cheerful and bright! New works will be on display and select fine art prints of Charleston landmarks and more will be available for sale.

Allied Artists of WV
405 Capitol Street – Main Lobby

Allied Artists of WV is featuring one of its artists monthly in Charleston at its multi artists’ exhibit space in the Lobby of 405 Capitol Street (old Daniel Boone Hotel).

This month’s ArtWalk will feature Charleston photographer Deborah Herndon’s metallic prints from France, Spain and Chicago architects’ “details”.  These details feature century-old elevators, spiraling staircases, and welcoming doorways.

Also exhibiting during this show are AAWV members Jerre Watkins, Steven Holsclaw, Martha Jane Williams, Sandra King, Rebecca Burch, Sarah Tedrow, Stephanie Skiles, Judy Douglas, Jo Anne Jacobs, Patricia Sutphin, and more. A reception will be held with hors d’ouerves and wine.

Charleston Ballet
100 Capitol Street

Charleston Ballet will open their studio for visitors. You may observe rehearsals for the upcoming Nutcracker performance and artists Jeff Pierson and Rob Cleland will be on hand creating free caricatures.

House of Luxe
817 Quarrier Street

New to ArtWalk is the House of Luxe featuring print maker, Eleanor Kousaie Rashid, displaying monoprints, lithographs, clay monoprints and giclee prints.

Charleston Camera Club Showing at Romano and Associates
230 Capitol Street, Suite 200

Members of the Charleston Camera Club will be exhibiting selected photographs during ArtWalk in the offices of Romano and Associates.

The Charleston Camera Club is a non-profit club with Members from various locations in southern West Virginia. The Club provides an informal and friendly environment for photographers of all skill levels since 1956.

The Purple Moon features Chase Henderson
906 Quarrier Street

New works by Charleston artist Chase Henderson will be on display at The Purple Moon for ArtWalk. His work has been described as figurative illustrations in a very striking minimalist style.

In addition, The Purple Moon will be displaying newly discovered work be the late Robert Martens, vintage art including work by master printmaker Gabor Peterdi, art by Sharon Stackpole and Amelia Schroeder and the usual plethora of amazing 20th Century treasures.

Todd Griffith, Andrea Anderson, Gary Needham at Good News Garage
221 1/2 Hale Street

On exhibit will be large scale photographs by Todd Griffith, a photography instructor at WV State University and Co-Curator of the Buswater Art Exhibition. Also on display will be new paintings by local artist and chef Gary Needham, and a new series of ephemera by local artist/musician Andrea Anderson, (a.k.a. Pepper Fandango) Refreshments provided by the artists.

Unique Treasures at Stray Dog Antiques
219 Hale Street

Visit Stray Dog Antiques  for a unique selection of treasures, gifts, and other delights. Antiques, fine art, jewelry, furniture, collectibles, and vintage apparel, including formal wear, outer wear and lots of shoes hats and accessories. Also check out the fruits of our recent buying trip to NYC! Free Handmade Gift Boxes for jewelry purchase, while supplies last!

Vision’s Day Spa
238 Capitol Street

Vision’s Day Spa is featuring the following artwork:

• Keith W. Johnson- Acrylic Paintings
• Dawn Combs – Photography
• Jennifer Dingess – Photography
• Ron Hinkle – Glasswork
• Chet Lowther – Acrylic Paintings
• Gary Stewart and Chad Miller – Acrylic Paintings

Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, Oct. 20
5-8 p.m.

Join us this Thursday for a downtown stroll at ArtWalk. This month, ArtWalk will feature works inspired by Vision 2030, along with unique pieces from various downtown galleries.

Spearheaded by the Charleston Area Alliance, Vision 2030 is a blue ribbon panel of business and community leaders that is creating a 20-year plan for creating jobs and strengthening the economy of the Kanawha Valley.

At ArtWalk, visitors will find Vision 2030 activities including:

• Commissioned artwork by local artists in ‘Gallery Alley’ (located near the SubShop at 807 Quarrier St.)
• Sidewalk chalk art completed by Charleston Catholic art students.
• Inspired puzzle creation at the Lee Street Triangle. All artwalkers can create their inspired image of the future of the Kanawha Valley on ‘life-size’ puzzle pieces.

ArtWalk will also feature its usual array of art from downtown galleries including:

April Waltz at Art Emporium

The Art Emporium is featuring Wheeling, WV artist April Waltz in “April Waltz Does the Charleston: Choreography in Color.”

April strives to create works that are playful in their composition while being stimulating and surprising in color. She is an abstractionist at heart, and her sweeping flow, simple geometry, and rich solid colors are the building blocks that offer infinite possibilities.

This exhibit will run through Nov. 12.

Objects, Artifacts & Found Art featured at The Purple Moon

The Purple Moon will be featuring the glory of found objects, artifacts and art. Coinciding with the retro gallery’s new line of vintage industrial furniture and home accessories, The Purple Moon will present a unique collection of 20th Century found objects, many not originally intended as art.

Vintage signs, toys, tools and other artifacts have excellent design and beauty and The Purple Moon transforms these into art in this unusual exhibit.

Charleston Camera Club Showing at Romano and Associates

Members of the Charleston Camera Club will be exhibiting selected photographs in the offices of Romano and Associates at 230 Capitol Street, in Suite 200.

The Charleston Camera Club is a non-profit club with Members from various locations in southern West Virginia. The Club provides an informal and friendly environment for photographers of all skill levels since 1956.

The Club offers educational meetings, friendly competitions, exhibitions and opportunities to photograph nature and special events as a method to expand the knowledge and experience of the Members.

Artwalk Portrait Party at White Oak Photography

White Oak Photography is holding an Artwalk Portrait Party from 5–8 p.m. at the studio located at 107 Hale Street, Suite 100.

Come on over for the harrowing fright, that White Oak is brewing on ArtWalk night!

Come in costume or as yourself. In honor of the season, we will be taking portraits for a small fee of $5. Half of all proceeds will be donated in support of Covenant House. Live music provided by Duo Divertido.

The Charleston Ballet at 100 Capitol Street

Come by and join us for an open house at the Charleston Ballet and the American Academy of Ballet. Watch the dancers prepare for the upcoming presentation of “The Nutcracker.” Refreshments will be served. Please take the elevator on your right to Mezzanine from the lobby of the Security Building.

Allied Artists Join Artwalk @ 405 Capitol

Allied Artists of West Virginia will join the ArtWalk beginning in October showing at 405 Capitol Street. Allied Artists of West Virginia is a nonprofit, educational, and cultural association whose mission is to encourage, nurture and present the work of West Virginia artists to the community.

Photographs by Finley Taylor at Good News Mountaineer Garage

Good News Mountaineer Garage Gallery will feature, “100 Years of Location Photography in Appalachia” featuring black and white photographs of Finley Taylor, Jim Comstock’s News Leader and Mark Romano.

Stray Dog Antiques Anniversary

Stray Dog Antiques is celebrating it’s four year anniversary this month, and to thank our customers we are offering a 20 percent discount on items $20 or more. We also have a wide variety of vintage clothing for those last minute Halloween Costume Shoppers!

Book Signing and Music Showcase: Brad and Brian Diller at Taylor Books

Taylor Books is proud to host brothers Brad and Brian Diller. Brad is a cartoonist who has just published a new book “The Neighbors Have Two Flamingos.” While he signs copies, his brother Brian will treat the crowd to live music.

Downtown ArtWalk
Thursday, Sept. 15
5 – 8 p.m.

The big week is here, and Taylor Books is honored to be supporting Charleston’s first High Heel Hike to benefit the Children’s Therapy Clinic and their autism program!

Artist Jules Burt – the High Heel Hike diva – will be here for a benefit art show during Thursday’s ArtWalk!

Click on over to learn more about this fabulous event!

This week at Vision’s Day Spa, we have the following artwork:

Keith W. Johnson – Acrylic Paintings
Dawn Combs -Photography
Jennifer Dingess – Photography
Ron Hinkle – Glasswork
Chet Lowthen – Acrylic Paintings
Gary Stewart and Chad Miller – Arcylic Paintings

At Romano & Associates Law Gallery, you can find:

Adrian Paige Blackstock- various mixed media images

And

Transpierce

Memories are fragile and untouchable, often awakened suddenly by something as simple as a scent. They are fleeting thoughts, often lost or transformed with time and experience. It is as if the moments never existed.  I select images of women who have been poignant in my  life. The images are all from a point in time before I knew the subject, some before I even existed. As I construct these images I allow my mind to wander in order to figure out what these women were like at the point in time the original image was recorded. I want to recapture an essence of a moment and to make a connection in my mind between the person they were to the person I knew. It is my way to learn about them.