Smith Galleries Features Barry Honowitz Watercolors

Smith Galleries is pleased to announce that it now features the largest selection of art by watercolor artist Barry Honowitz either in gallery or online. See a slide show here of pieces currently available.

Barry was a good neighbor of Smith Galleries for several years at The Village at Wexford before he closed his gallery in the spring of 2009.

In 1987 Barry Honowitz moved from Southern California to Hilton Head Island to further his love for watercolor painting. Barry’s work hangs in many corporate as well as private collections throughout the country. Barry is a graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. His background in design and advertising can be seen in paintings and promotional lithographs. He has more than 35 nationally published watercolors with images ranging from waterfowl to Harbour Town lighthouse on Hilton Head.

Smith Galleries would be glad to help you with any of your needs pertaining to Barry's work. Email barry@smithgalleries.com

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870

Smith Galleries Features Nicole Golden of Pea Soup

Smith Galleries has just received our first selection of the fabulous felt ornaments by Nicole Golden. We fell in love with them the moment we saw them. See them all here.

A life-long artist and maker of things, Nicole Golden created her hand-sewn goods company, Pea Soup, in 2004. Pea Soup is a little studio of bugs and elves and blossoms and fairies. All of these goodies are made with wool felt, tiny stitches and Nicole's two hands. She chooses to needlecraft with felt because she loves the way it translates her ideas and she loves the combinations of colors and textures. She strives to make her work “accessible” to everyone – young and old, lovers of art, admirers of good craftsmanship and those that just fall in love with a particular design or feeling of a piece.

Her goal is to make beautiful, unique art that brings joy to those who buy it and wear it - whether it’s a gift for a friend or something special for themselves. Folk art is a special part of our history and culture and making these small creations for everyday enjoyment is a lovely way to keep it alive.

Drop by Smith Galleries to see the entire selection or give us a call at 800.272.3870. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

Elizabeth Garvin Jewelry Exhibition at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries is featuring a special exhibition of jewelry by Elizabeth Garvin through the month of November.

Click here to see still pictures of the entire exhibition or here to see a slide show.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to drop by the gallery or see the show online. 800.272.3870

Carolyn Zakarija Jewelry Featured at Smith Galleries

Carolyn Zakarija's jewelry is once again being featured at Smith Galleries.

Carolyn is originally from London, England, and now lives in Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelor of Arts Honors Degree from Middlesex University in London in 1980.

Carolyn's inspiration for her work is drawn from the immediate environment. Some pieces have a simplicity of form, others deliver a humorous "narrative" message.

The entire line of work is made of sterling silver, with gold filled accents. Each piece is carefully made by hand, with various surface decorations, made by hammering or rolling mill impressions using various materials.

Drop by Smith Galleries to see Carolyn's jewelry or see it here. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Call 800.272.3870 to order.

New Victoria Varga Jewelry at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries received several new pieces of jewelry by Victoria Varga today.

Wally has been rushing to photograph the new pieces and Jean has been busy writing the descriptions of the pieces on our Flickr. Victoria is one of our most popular jewelers and we knew you would be anxious to see the new pieces.

The necklace shown is made from sterling silver and jeweler's grade epoxy resin. It is also reversable.

Drop by the gallery soon to see her new pieces, or view them here on the web and give us a call (800.272.3870). Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to join our E-Club.

Natalya Romanovsky Art Featured at Smith Galleries

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

Pictured at left is Fish, an original oil on paper measuring 15" x 15".

As an artist Romanovsky places a lot of emphasis on design. She sees beauty in the world and sets out to capture it through paintings that stress harmony between color and form.

"I want to transform the beauty around me into shapes. I try to think of my work as a process of simplifying something huge into a manageable pattern."

Through her art she attempts to create these patterns being careful not to tame the wilder energies of life. Art should always have a little mystery in it. In her paintings a mysterious and intriguing ambiance exists, reminiscent of something surrealistic leaving the viewer to find a simple meaning of life in each work.

Smith Galleries is open from 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Join our E-Club, you'll be glad you did! And be sure to ask about our new Rewards Program the next time you are in the gallery. 800.272.3870

Virginia Wood's Art is Featured at Smith Galleries

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

Pictured is a original oil & pastel painting measuring 16" x 18".

Virginia Wood loves the lyrical nature of her work.

"Music is very important to me and it influences the way I create. My art is visual music and I build the pieces stroke by stroke the way a song is built note by note. Whether I'm working alone or in a busy studio I simply get into a composition and then flow with it."

Wood is also fascinated by the subtle shifts in form within a kaleidoscope and often imitates the effect with her pastels and monoprints.

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John & Elli Milan's Art is on Exhibit at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries is featuring the art of John and Elli Milan as part of a special exhibition at the gallery. See slide show of entire exhibition.

Pictured at left is a mixed media painting on heavy black archival paper. The image is 12" x 24" and paper is 22" x 30". See larger view.

The Milan's credit their success as artists to their, "love of Life and Faith in God." Through their paintings the artists invite people to look deeper and smile as they enjoy what art brings to their life. John says, "My faith in God is my strength. He's inspired and directed me in my work since childhood." Elli says, "sharing the creative process allows us to grow together in our relationship and our faith." Woven into the fabric of their abstract compositions are hints of narrative, mysterious little stories with whimsical imagery that reflect their positive outlook on life.

The Milans create their paintings together. Through years of studying and creating art they have developed many innovative techniques, the most significant of which is the ability to work together in a creative spirit. Although John and Elli are both accomplished artists in their own right their collaboration brings out a side of their work that nether could reach on their own.

Smith Galleries is open from 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Join our E-Club, you'll be glad you did! And be sure to ask about our new Rewards Program the next time you are in the gallery. 800.272.3870

Deborah Close Jewelry Featured at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries has just received a new collection of jewelry from Deborah Close. The gallery has featured Deborah's work for several years. Her work is characterised as elegant design using beautiful stones and expertly crafted sterling silver enhancements. The necklace and earrings shown at left feature black onyx and green turquoise.

Deborah writes..."It is my interest in beauty and order that drives the artistic decisions I make when creating jewelry. The shape and color of the stones, the form and texture of the metals, the linear movement and negative space in the composition are considerations that determine how a piece of jewelry will ultimately look. Creativity is problem solving. Here is the problem; black onyx stone, hammer and saw. I solve the problem in a way that is unique to me. As my personal journey moves in new directions, so does my art. Although the problem is the same (metal. stone, hammer, saw), the solution is always different."

See a slide show of the new pieces here. See more of our jewelry artists here. Drop by the gallery in the Village at Wexford on beautiful Hilton Head Island, SC, or visit us online. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to join our E-Club. 800.272.3870

Joan Z Horn Summer Exhibition at Smith Galleries

We have just received a special summer collection of jewelry from our favorite jeweler...Joan Z Horn. 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.

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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. 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.

Philippa Roberts Jewelry Exhibit at Smith Galleries

Philippa Roberts jewelry is a mainstay at Smith Galleries on Hilton Head Island. The gallery is featuring a special exhibition of her jewelry now. You can see a slide show of the exhibition here.

Simply beautiful and classically romantic, Philippa Roberts jewelry makes a woman feel purely feminine.

Her daily walks along the coast of the pacific ocean with her husband, Brian, their dog, Maggie, and their daughter Charlotte inspire much of her creativity. From the clean, blue stones in many of her pieces to the simple replication of a dragonfly on a necklace, her work stems from the nature around her. Yet she also incorporates a feeling of the urban, with lines and patterns that imitate architecture and design seen around the city.

Having started with a basic sterling silver and pearl design, she has expanded her line by integrating silver and gold with different colored stones, adding texture, shape and hue to many of her designs. Philippa creates all the original pieces by carving in wax or fabricating in metal.
using silver as her main medium, Philippa creates necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings that can be worn formally or informally, with an appeal to all ages.

Drop by Smith Galleries in the Village at Wexford between the hours of 10 & 6 Monday through Saturday.

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StoryPeople by Brian Andreas at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries features the best selection of StoryPeople prints, sculpture and books. The art of Brian Andreas is taking every man's thoughts and stating them in a few words so that you "get it".

Gallery hours are 10-6 eastern time.

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Loren Lukens pottery featured at Smith Galleries.

Smith Galleries is celebrating its 21st anniversary. For nearly 21 years Smith Galleries has heard customers oooh and aaah over Loren Lukens's porcelain pottery. His work is both beautiful and functional. Loren is just one of many potters featured at Smith Galleries.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

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Thom Kellam Jewelry Boxes at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries is celebrating its 21st anniversary. Fine handmade boxes have been a prime feature of the gallery since opening day back in 1988.

Thom Kellam has been featured in the gallery for all 21 years. Thom is a woodworker specializing in fine handmade jewelry boxes. The box shown here is made from cherry and has four drawers that slide in both directions. It measures 12" x 6" x 7" and is $535.


We know you will find the perfect box for those folks in your life who appreciate fine handmade objects. We have boxes for ladies with lots of jewelry, as well as smaller boxes that make a very special gift for young ladies. And the gallery has valet boxes for men and we even have boxes for the desk that make great gifts for the graduate headed off into academia or the business world.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

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Art Glass at Smith Galleries

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

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

The beautiful taco bowl shown is by Christian Thirion and is $625. See more art glass.

Smith Galleries Celebrates 21st Anniversary

Smith Galleries is celebrating its 21st anniversary with three major exhibitions of jewelry. The three artists are Ed Levin, Philippa Roberts and Judith Neugebauer. The necklace and earrings shown are by Judith Neugebauer.

Smith Galleries is located in the Village at Wexford on beautiful Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday.

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Cynthia Chung featured at Smith Galleries.

"Cat Pin" 2.25" W x 3.25 H

   Smith Galleries has just received a new selection of ceramic pins by the nationally recognised artist, Cynthia Chung and her husband Erh-Ping Tsai. The jewelry that they create is as intricate and detailed as anything an emperor ever wore: rich with metals, semi-precious stones, paint and above all, porcelain and worked with colored clay inlays, underglazing, overglazing, and millefiore techniques.
    Their pieces invoke tradition in depicting the insects, butterflies and fish that have appeared in Chinese art for centuries. However, more importantly, it is the humoristic and whimsical nature of their wildlife jewelry that wins the love of so many. The vivid colors of the pieces, witty expressions of every character, and countless ways to wear them, bring jewelry design to a whole new level. These one of a kind pieces are unlike any other wearable art.
    Along with these creatures, come a decade of unforgettable and moving stories. Their ability to bring a smile to anyone’s’ face has had an impact on all of Cynthia and

"Lemur Pin" 2.25" W x 5" H

Erh-Ping’s admirers. Having the ability to bring happiness and amusement to people’s lives are what motivates these artists to continue building an amazing career that astounds all.

Please stop by the gallery to see more of their work or visit us on the web. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to join our E-Club. 800.272.3870

Judith Neugebauer Jewelry Featured at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries' new exhibition of fine handcrafted jewelry by Judith Neugebauer has arrived and we can't wait for you to see it.

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 pictures of the exhibit here or a slide show here. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870

Roger Gandelman Perfumes at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries features a selection of Roger Gandelman's exquisite hand blown glass perfume bottles.

Roger writes..."I am a glass artist and have been blowing glass for 30 years. Early in my career I decided to put the bulk of my energy into making art glass perfume bottles. I believe I am the only glass artist in the country, perhaps in the world, who has devoted his full artistic efforts into making this object. My bottles, although small in scale, make a grand statement.
I see perfume bottles as small, elegant treasures; made to be turned, touched, and relished. I strive to make the form organic, smooth, and familiar, with very few sharp angles. The lip is simple and unobtrusive. The interior decoration adds life, movement, and dimension to the piece."

Smith Galleries features perfumes by several other American glassblowers. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. Be sure to join our E-Club.

Phillipa 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.

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

Join our E-Club and select Phillipa Roberts jewelry on the sign up form to receive a special invitation to the upcoming exhibition.

Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday.

Solmate Socks at Smith Galleries

Spring may be "just around the corner", but someone forgot to tell the weatherman. Don't have cold feet - keep warm with Marianne's Solmate Socks for adults, babies, and now for children too! Made in the USA (yea!!) from cotton in marvelous color combinations, these delightfully mismatched socks are just what you need to warm your feet and bring a smile to your face.

Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Or call 800.272.3870 to order.

Jewelry 10 at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries has featured the beautiful ceramic pins by American artist Cynthia Chung for many years. Cynthia uses a millefore technique for the surface embellishment to create a unique one of a kind pin. Shown at left is the Gecko pin which is designed to be worn on the shoulder...fabulous.

See them all on our web site or sit back and watch a slide show.

Stop by the gallery on beautiful Hilton Head Island or visit us on the web. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870

Joan Z. Horn Heart Collection Trunk Show

We have just received a fabulous selection of jewelry with a heart motif for our Valentine shoppers. The heart is the universal symbol for love and this jewelry is cherished by women of all ages.
Drop by or log on to see the entire collection.
And don't forget, we offer a fabulous gift wrap.
The necklace shown is beautiful crafted in sterling silver and 14k gold with a faceted garnet and 18" chain. Priced at $110.
Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Website open 24/7. Call 800.272.3870

Smith Galleries E-Club

I have been spending some time today updating our E-Club sign up page on our web site.

I want to encourage you to join our E-Club. I know..."I already get so many emails." Well, the bottom line is that the print and media advertising we have been doing all these years is very expensive and it is just plain out of date with the times. Think about all the magazines and newspapers that get thrown in the landfill every day. Print is not eco-friendly!

Plus, print media is slow...we design an ad one month in advance of magazine publication and then the ad is out there for a month. With the web, we can change our website every few minutes.

Our e-club has many different interest categories for you to select. So, if you are just interested in kaleidoscopes and the fabulous Sticks furniture, you select those two categories and that is all you will receive information on...pretty cool.

You will receive a valuable coupon with seconds of joining and you can safe unsubscribe at any time.

Do us all a favor and join Smith Galleries E-Club...you will be glad you did.