March 5th, 2015
 
Discovering Charleston at our own pace. Walking, dining, shopping and being just tourists is not a bad thing. I had being told that The Vendue’s Rooftop Bar offers great drinks and one such drink is the Lavender Martini. And, no we did not try it….maybe next time. What we did find is that this boutique hotel is the only hotel in Historic Charleston that is considered an Art Hotel. There are exhibits and even an Artist in Residence Program. The art is for sale. In the next photo if you can see it up close, the sculpture is made out of watches.
 
The Vendue is located in Charleston’s French Quarter at 19 Vendue Range and 26 Vendue Range. Yes, 2 properties one in front of the other. Tel. 843-577-7970 Website? http://www.thevendue.com There are 45 rooms at 19 Vendue Range and 39 guests rooms at 26 Vendue Range. These were warehouse buildings that date to 1780. The restaurant called The Drawing Room is elegant with the beautiful chandeliers that are seen all over Charleston.
Having a few drinks and then curious to see the art housed at The Vendue, we were invited to walk and admire the artwork.
This particular sculpture is made out of bullets.
Across the street the art exhibits continued.
Meet Fred Jamar, who at present and for months has been the Artist in Residence at The Vendue.
The photo above was taken by my cousin Maru….Fred graciously let us take photos. The one on the botton is from one of his paintings of Frat Houses on George St.. Oil on Canvas.
He is a Belgian Artist and will be the first one to tell you that his life has been a journey of discovery. He has been many things and has enjoyed them all. A very interesting life but he says that if he had to do it all over again…a painter always, he would have been.
To visit the studio or commission an oil painting you may call 843-762-5770 or email fredjamar@bellsouth.net. His website is http://www.fredpaintings.com. To buy a painting call or visit RLS on Queen St., Tel. 843-805-8052. Website http://www.rlsart.com.
Discovering Charleston….will continue later.
June 27th, 2013
 Liz Lind Editions - Catalog “Colour and I are one. I am a painter.” paul klee, 1914
This quote of long ago came to mind when I visited Liz Lind Editions Gallery and Studio in the town of Showell, Maryland. So, you wonder where Showell, Maryland is….It is an unincorporated town in Worcester County not far at all from Ocean City, Maryland and the Delaware/Maryland line, between Bishopville and Ocean Pines, Maryland. From Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, it will take you about half hour to 45 minutes at this time of the year.
You can find Liz Lind Editions at 10109 Pitts Rd., Showell, MD 21862. Tel. 443-727-9042. Website? http://www.lizlindeditions.com It opens Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. During the week, please call for an appointment and Liz or Erica Rittling, her Assistant, will be happy to receive you.
I think that years ago, I stopped at her gallery in Annapolis, and at that time I was taken with her watercolors. When Liz mentions that sunlight, sand and surf are the 3 elements that inspire her work, all you have to do is look around her studio, or you might want to open her website, above mentioned, to see her work.
And, when I looked outside today, it was so pretty that I thought this day is what Liz is talking about…ocean breezes, hot sand between the toes, and pink swirls of cotton candy on the boardwalk. She mentions that those memories are always with her.
So, I asked her…How did you become a painter? It started as a little girl, buying spiral notebooks from the pharmacy, scribbling and just playing around. Later in life, she and her mother had a gallery, then Liz had a gallery…and she finally decided that her paintings were selling so well that she would only represent herself…Linz Lind Editions!!
 Coffee Table Book Liz mentions her work is a combination of many things, including gouache. Not knowing what gouache was, I found out that painting in this form is similar to watercolor, but it is modified to make it opaque.
Some of her paintings are traditional watercolors, and she mentions that others are more like a stage set, where they are assembled separately. She works on several paintings at the same time. Some take months; others just minutes. Her work is not complete until the composition becomes her vision.
Liz grew spent so much time in Ocean City, Maryland…a coastal type of girl. Her paintings show, the sand and the sea, the ocean and surfing, whales, the Atlantic Shore, and the Chesapeake Bay. Her watercolors of flowers and garden petals are whimsical…She designed the cover for Maryland Life magazine.
Her gallery is on the first floor and upstairs you will find her studio. Liz Lind Editions also offers framing.
 
Liz Lind is a brand name. In her gallery you will find the perfect gifts….note cards, ceramic coasters, tiles, framed tiles, baby onesies, coffee mugs, ornaments, and adult and children tee-shirts.
 
 
Liz Lind is in collaboration with Maine Cottage. Her works for Maine Cottage are printed and signed in a limited edition of 100. For more information, please visit http://www.mainecottage.com.
Please note that Liz Lind accepts commission work and she is also a great teacher. If you have any questions, please call her at 443-0727-9042.
It was so nice meeting Liz….the artist behind her paintings. If you do decide to visit and meet her, you’ll see what I mean. She was friendly, gracious, and fun. And, so were you Erica!!
Have a great day!!
August 19th, 2012
Saturday was a great day to be in Rehoboth Beach. The weather was 82 degrees with just a few clouds. It was the perfect day to stroll through the Rehoboth Art League’s 39th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Craft Show. This is the second week-end; Sunday is the last day.
The Rehoboth Art League is located at 12 Dodds Lane, Rehoboth Beach. Already plans are taking place for 2013. The League will be celebrating its 75 years. I remember taking my own kids for classes during the summer at the League. June 21, 2013 is the kick off week-end. Check the website for details and events http://www.rehobothartleague.org.
This year I decided to take advantage of the free shuttle from K-Mart on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth. From experience, I know how hard it is to park in Henlopen Acres, where the Rehoboth Art League is located. It was such a breeze. I highly recommend it.
You can either pick up the shuttle at K-Mart or at the Rehoboth Elementary School located at 500 Stockley St.
No hassle; the Jolly Trolley was super clean, air conditioned, and the driver had some great music playing. We were there in no time since the Jolly Trolley traveled through the bus lane.
The traffic on Coastal Highway was incredible on Saturday, so believe me, this was the easiest way to get to the Rehoboth Art League. The buses make the rounds; they come and go every 15 to 20 minutes.
The Rehoboth Art League looked so lively, with so many people walking around. The property is about 3 acres. Over 100 artists and artisans were showcasing their variety of mediums.
 
There were food vendors, children’ activities and music.
On Sunday the Van Williamson Trio will be performing from 11 – 1 p.m. Marv Ashby and High Octane will be performing from 1 – 3 p.m.
At Noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. there will be a pottery demonstration, outside the Pottery Studio. On Saturday, Brenda was working on a piece.
There was also some face painting all day.
Their fig tree had fruit so I little tasting took place.
The Homestead which dates from 1743 is beautiful and tours are available, as well.
I stopped by to see my friend, Susan Gladstone. She is a potter whose studio The Happy Rock Pottery is located at the Celebration Mall Galleries at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach.
 
Raku is her specialty; her booth is #53. Her tel. is 410-375-7120. Her e-mail is the happyrock@earthlink.net.
 
Then, I went looking for an artist that I met last year. Her name is Lynda Dahiell-Ohotnicky of Wahine Designs. Her home? Vieques, which is the island between Puerto Rico and the U.S.Virgin Islands. She is a designer/metalsmith. Her jewelry is handcrafted, and it is gorgeous. To know more about her and to see what she is all about, please visit http://www.wahinedesigns.com. Her booth is #5.
Last year I noticed the booth occupied by Martha Lechner Spak. She is from Potomac, Maryland. Her mediums? Fine Art, Photography, Designs. Check http://www.marthaspak.com.
I stopped to see Joy Davis of Joy Davis Jewelry Designs, who is a Wilmington, Delaware, native and a self taught silversmith. She had very unique pieces, as well. Her email address is jd2thesun@aol.com. You can learn more about her by visiting http://www.delawarebyhand.org/davis.shtml.
I met Lynne McKay today too. She has Whimsical Creations. She is an artist and interior designer. She lives in Rehoboth Beach. If you would like to talk to her, please call 302-381-5038.
  
Laura Hickman is a painter and a Delaware native with a multitude of accolades and awards to her name. She grew up in Bethany Beach and many of her paintings show her affection for this coastal, Southern Delaware town. I, particularly love some of her Bethany Beach’s alleys. Her travels have taken her to Italy, among other countries, where she has painted for years. If you would like to talk to her or schedule an appointment, please call her at 302-539-0494. Her website is http://www.laurahickmanfinearts.com. At the League, you will find her as you come in.
Kevin Fleming, photographer. There are not enough words to describe the talent of this artist. His photographs are awesome!! He has traveled the world for National Geographic and has been recognized as America’s Best Observer by Readers Digest. His studio is located at 239 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. His tel. 302-227-4994. Website? http://www.kevinfleming.com. He is on booth #111.
 
Enjoy, relax, and have a good time!!
And how about dinner?
Crabs from Jimmy Lynn’s located on Rt. 1 in Lewes and corn from Freeman’s….my favorites!!
November 8th, 2010
Art is so subjective. You might not like what I like and vice versa. But, I do enjoy visiting art galleries and museums. I just did that, some weeks ago in New York. The MOMA, modern art, oh yes, did not understand a lot of it but interesting to say the least.
Sometimes something catches your eye. That’s exactly what happened on Saturday when I was walking on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. I was going to take a picture of the location where the Clear Space Theatre Company is now located. They are at the old Epworth Church building, now renamed Celebration Mall.
Right on the courtyard and to the side, color caught my eye. There was a sign on the door, Juleez. It was an art studio. So here is what I found out.
Juleez is located on 20 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-3792. The website is www.juleez.com.
The artist? Julie Borden. She was not there but I spoke to Guy.
Juleez is a member of MOSAIC which is an association of privately owned commercial art galleries whose mission is to promote art awareness in the Rehoboth Beach area. If you would like to know about them, please visit www.mosaicrehoboth.com.
You could not help but smile; there was color everywhere. Whimsical, definitely not boring.
Her work is all custom, from her signature curvy piano and piano plates to giclees and hand painted bags. All conversation pieces and very unique.
 Her own national brand 
Her piano pieces are beautifully custom painted; some are music boxes and some are jewelry boxes.
The same goes for the painted musical instruments. At times, an instrument, dear to someone’s heart will be brought in for her to paint. Upon inspection, she will do that, as well.
At the present time a lot of her work is in Wilmington, Delaware at The Grand Opera House & Baby Grand, 818 N. Market St., Tel. 302-652-5577. Website www.grandopera.org.
Wilmington is hosting Art on the Town as part of the Delaware Valley Artist Exchange. For more information, please visit www.WilmingtonDE.gov/artloop.
Julie Borden attended the Rochester Institute of Technology and to date has completed more than 700 commisioned works of art.
Commissioned work is one of her strengths and does this year-round for clients all over the U.S.
 Painted Chocolate Frames Her mother does not stay behind either. At the gallery in Rehoboth you can see some of her work, under Mad Creations. She works with dichroic glass which is one of the most expensive glass products made today. It is used in jewelry, and in the laser industry for camera filters, by NASA and other commercial applications.
Each piece is as special. Some pieces are smooth to the touch; others have more texture.
I thought the gallery was so interesting and Guy was very friendly and helpful.
At the present time Juleez is open Wednesdays through Sundays. So, if you are in Rehoboth stop by. Remember, it is that time of the year; shopping for the upcoming holidays.
Have a great day….talk to you later….
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