Victoria Varga Jewelry Exhibition at Smith Galleries

Jewelry by Victoria Varga has been a mainstay at Smith Galleries for many years. The gallery is now featuring a special exhibition of her work from June 1 through July 31, 2009. See slide show or still pictures.

Victoria received her BS in fine arts from Skidmore College in 1984. After completing her graduate studies in metals at Syracuse University she moved to New York City with her husband, Daniel Brouder, where the couple co-founded the studio that bears her name. After fourteen years in Manhattan Daniel and Victoria relocated their studio to the coast of Maine where they continue to hand fabricate jewelry of Victoria’s design. From her early years in New York Victoria has crafted jewelry that combines precious metals with a variety of materials that are often discounted as ordinary.

Victoria has perfected a process of combing sterling silver, 23 karat gold leaf, resin, crushed stone and common artist pigments to create her signature line of jewelry. Instantly recognized for its timeless good looks, Varga jewelry delights both men and woman with its innovative combination of unexpected materials and whimsical design.

Smith Galleries is open from 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. Call 800.272.3870 for additional information.

Smith Galleries Features Art Glass

Smith Galleries is celebrating its 21st anniversary and art glass has always been a main feature of the gallery.

Drop by the gallery today - Tuesday, May 19, 2009 - and receive a 21% savings on any in-stock piece of art glass with a value of $200 or more.
Just mention today's blog when you make your purchase and you will receive your 21% savings. This offer is valid in the gallery only for art glass purchases made Tuesday, May 19, 2009.

Please visit this blog Wednesday morning, May 20 at 8:30 AM to discover Monday's 21st anniversary celebration savings. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.The beautiful "taco bowl" shown is by Christian Thirion and is $625. See more art glass.

Art at Smith Galleries on Hilton Head Island

Smith Galleries is celebrating its 21st anniversary. Art has always been a feature of the gallery. The gallery features fine art by many artists in many different styles.

Smith Galleries is also known as the very best source for picture framing on Hilton Head Island. Picture framing is a speciality of Wally's. Click here to save on framing.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

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Smith Galleries Features Kaleidoscopes

Smith Galleries features one of the finest selections of kaleidoscopes you will ever see. The award winning gallery is located on beautiful Hilton Head Island in the Village at Wexford.

The kaleidoscope shown here is called "Moon Drops" and it is made by Sue Rioux. This is a very special scope. It actually is three scopes in one as it has a two, three, and four mirror system. It stands 8" tall and is $1,035.

Gallery hours are 10-6 (daylight savings time), Monday through Saturday.

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Judith Neugebauer Jewelry Exhibition Opens at Smith Galleries

Judith Neugebauer creates stunning pieces of jewelry that are unlike any other jewelry artist you will see. Smith Galleries is featuring a special exhibiton of Ms. Neugebauer's work through June of 2009.

Judith came to jewelry making after studying and performing classical ballet as well as performing in musical theater. Her awareness of form, line, and movement are obvious in the fluid lines of her jewelry. Created in sterling silver with 23k gold leaf, Judith's work has qualities that make it both dramatic and elegant. Using sterling and oxidized sterling in combination with die-formed hollow elements to create visual depth, Judith maintains lightness and movement while creating jewelry with substance. But the real beauty of Judith's jewelry becomes evident as it takes on life on a woman's body. You will definitely want to add several of her pieces to your collection of fine handmade jewelry.

See still pictures of the entire show or a slide show.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

Judith Neugebauer Jewelry at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries features the largest selection of contemporary American made designer jewelry most people will ever see. Judith Neugebauer is one of the leading designers featured at Smith Galleries.
Judith writes, "a previous career in classical ballet and theater instilled within me a deep awareness and appreciation for movement, line and balance. These are the classical qualities I have always tried to incorporate into my jewelry designs ... and in my life."
Her jewelry is crafted in sterling silver with 23K gold leaf overlay and combined with pearls and other stones.
Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to join our E-Club.

Philippa Roberts Jewelry at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries will be hosting an exhibition of jewelry by Phillipa Roberts beginning May 10. Phillipa is a long time favorite at Smith Galleries. Her jewelry is simply beautiful and classically romantic, Philippa Roberts jewelry makes a woman feel purely feminine.

Phillipa uses silver as her main medium, creating necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings that can be worn formally or informally. Shown at left is a bracelet and earrings crafted in silver and brown Mother of Pearl.

You may view a slide show or still pictures of a few of her pieces.

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Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday.