Pietro Adomo Art is Featured at Smith Galleries.

Smith Galleries is featuring the art of Pietro Adamo as part of a special exhibition at the gallery. See slide show of entire exhibition.

Pictured is a original abstract acrylic painting on paper measuring 12" x 12".

To Pietro Adamo art is ultimately about expression. It is his way of liberating all his ideas and feelings. To realize this expression he has developed the careful and sophisticated language of his paintings.

"I am once again reminded of the delicate balance of all things great and small. Color and texture from nature and simple iconography from my ancestry combine to form the language of my art.
His work is also very much an execution of action."

He loves the charge of creating a piece, working the mediums into unique textures and compositions. Only when the statement is sustained can he step away and leave the painting.
Painting, he says, is very much about the process of discovering problems and then solving them.

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Joan Z Horn Jewelry Exhibition at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries announces a special exhibit on of jewelry by Joan Z Horn. Smith Galleries is recognized as the area's leading source for fine handcrafted jewelry by American studio artists.

Following are a few words written by Joan about her life and work."In my studio I fabricate each piece of jewelry. I create individual elements from Sterling Silver and 14Kt. Gold, using traditional and innovative hand tools. My bench contains tubing jigs that are like old friends. My metal starts out as flat sheet, round, square and flat wire, and tubing. I solder individual elements together using an acetylene/oxygen torch. I enhance pieces with freshwater pearls and semi-precious stones, making color combinations with Garnet, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Peridot, Iolite and Amethyst. My jewelry pieces are studies in line, color and movement.I love working in my studio, and my hands feel most at home when they have a pair of pliers in them. Tools that were never intended for jewelry lead me into whole new directions. I question my auto mechanic about devices he uses. When the plumber comes for household repairs I inspect his tubing cutters and torch tip. A tube wringer from a dental supply catalog inspires new lines of jewelry. I visualize everything in the world as if it were a piece of jewelry. Musical notes from the sheet music in choir become a brooch pattern. Gates in Barcelona become a pendant. Other loves include riding my bike, baking bread, choir and traveling.I was born and raised in New York. I graduated with a BFA in Metalsmithing from Tyler School of Art, Temple University.

See still pictures of the entire show or a slide show.The show runs through August. Smith Galleries is open from 10-6 Monday through Saturday.Join Smith Galleries E-Club, you'll be glad you did! And be sure to ask about the gallery's new Rewards Program the next time you are in the gallery. 800.272.3870

Kara Raymond Jewelry Featured at Smith Galleries.

Kara Raymond uses the unique patterned metal technique called "Mokume Gane" in her jewelry design. The technique was developed in Japan in the 17th century and it was originally developed to create decorative handles on samurai swords.

"Mokume Gane" is made by stacking 16-22 alternating layers of different metals, approximately two inched thick. The stack is clamped between steel plates and placed in a blacksmith's furnace. The careful control of the heat and pressure results in the metal layers fusing to each other.
The stack is hot forged down on an anvil. The unique patterns are developed by carving down through the layers. The sheet is then rolled down thinner to reveal the patterns. The carving and rolling is repeated many times to create the final patterns. The color hues in the metals are the result of varying the heat, oxidation, and patinas.

Drop by Smith Galleries to see Kara's jewelry or see a few pieces we have in the gallery here. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday.

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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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