Handblown Glass by Gary Zack at Smith Galleries

New to Smith Galleries is the handblown glass by vetran glass artist Gary Zack.

Gary has been involved with glass since 1978, as a successful commission stained artist and, more recently, as a blown glass artist. Hehas been involved with blown glass since 1994, and is mostly self-taught. His love of hot glass is founded on the immediacy and spontaneous nature of the material, as well as the interplay of color and light.

His work in blown glass involves rich, vibrant colors, and requires multiple layers of color in order to maintain the vivid contrast between exterior and interior surfaces. The application of contrasting lip-wrap finishes the pieces.

Seen above, is a spontaneous and fun loving piece, with freeform shapes and clown-like demeanor. The forms are topped with delicate applications of black and colored threads.

Smith Galleries is located in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870

"California Poppy" Necklace by Michael Michaud at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries has just received a new selection of jewelry by Michael Michaud.

The "California Poppy" necklace is hand patinaed bronze with gold plated petals and yellow fresh water pearls. It is adjustable from 16.5 to 18 inches. The artist collects flora from his travels around the world. The jewelry is cast from nature's own creation, capturing each natural detail of the original. There is no need to use a polishing cloth on any of Michael's designs, soap and water will do.

Handmade in the USA. Contact Smith Galleries to purchase. 800.272.3870

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

Philippa Roberts Jewelry Exhibition at Smith Galleries

     Smith Galleries is presenting a one person exhibiton of jewelry by Philippa Roberts.
     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. “I love to hear from customers that mine is their favorite everyday jewelry, or that they have been wearing one of my pieces for the past ten years. It is my goal to make jewelry that is beautiful, simple, wearable, and most importantly, timeless.”
     Smith Galleries is located in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Island, SC. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 843.842.2280