New Jewelry by Victoria Varga at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries has just received a new selection of jewelry by Victoria Varga. Victoria's jewelry has been a favorite at Smith Galleries for several years. It is admired for its uniqueness in design, perfection in craftsmanship and wearability. Instantly recognized for its timeless good looks, her jewelry delights both men and women with its innovative combination of unexpected materials and whimsical design.

See a slide show of the new arrivals here.

Victoria has perfected a process of combining sterling silver, 23 karat gold leaf, resin, crushed stone and common artist pigments to create her signature line of jewelry.

Victoria handcrafts jewelry that reflects in its clean design and bold graphics, the very best tenants of fine art while redefining the modern spirit.

Victoria received her BS in Fine Arts from Skidmore College in 1984. After completing her graduate studies in metals at Syracuse University, she, along with her husband, Daniel Brouder, co-founded the studio that bears her name.

Smith Galleries is located (see map) on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina in the Village at Wexford and features the largest selection of American artisan jewelry in the state. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 843.842.2280

Golf Art by Linda Hartough and Diane Selby featured at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries is showing a large selection of golf art by Linda Hartough and Diane Selby. See the current selection here.

Pictured at left is "The 10th Hole, Camellia, at the Augusta National" by Linda Hartough.

Smith Galleries is located on Hilton Head Island (see map) in The Village at Wexford. The gallery is located on the second level in Suite J11. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.

Sticks Plaques at Smith Galleries

We at Smith Galleries are excited about these new large plaques by Sticks. They are much larger than any plaques they have done before...measuring twenty four inches square.
Think of them as a substitute for a traditional painting in your decor. And don't forget that we can design one just for you.

See our Sticks currently in stock in the gallery. Gallery hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday.
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Soleri Windbells at Smith Galleries

Soleri windbells have been a favorite at Smith Galleries since the day the gallery opened in 1988. Designed by world famous architect, Paolo Soleri, and cast in bronze, they will ring and give pleasure for generations.

The bells are only a part of the story...the funds from the sell of the bells are used to support the building of Arcosanti, an experimental city designed by Soleri in the Arizona dessert. Click here to see a slide show of the bells and here to see a slide show about Arcosanti.

Please go to our website to order Soleri bells or visit Smith Galleries located on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina to order. Gallery hours are 10 to 6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870.

Kovecses Designs at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries is known for fine woodworking and the fine woodworking of Kovecses Designs fits perfectly in the gallery mix. Joe and Karen Kovecses create contemporary ikebana vessels as well as small boxes and bowls. All have a very modern oriental feel. Some of the woods that are used would be termed exotics with bubinga, wenge and zebra being the predominant choices. Curly maple is often used with the clean light wood contrasting beautifully with the darker exotics.

Click here to see a slide show of some of the pieces in the gallery or here to see still pictures. Drop by Smith Galleries (located on beautiful Hilton Head Island, SC) between 10 & 6 Monday through Saturday. The gallery is located in the award winning Village at Wexford. 800.272.3870

Laura Hutchcroft Jewelry Featured at Smith Galleries

Laura Hutchcroft is a featured artist at Smith Galleries. Laura Hutchcroft's jewelry is a combination of precious and non-precious materials, exploring form, structure, and balance. Her work takes it’s inspiration from a diverse assortment of influences; the natural environment, architecture, fashion, music, and solitude. All of which provide infinite potential for creativity. These influences have culminated in what can only be described as an eclectic collection of jewelry. Visually and structurally she strives to achieve rhythm by the simplest means, creating ornaments that compliment the body.

Laura's designs emerge through material exploration and experimentation. Made by manual processes, sawing, filing, shaping, and coaxing, these low-tech processes keep her in physical contact with my materials, an important element of my play. Jewelry as art is open to interpretation; the objects are imparted with meaning and value through the wearer’s attachment and association. By becoming part of the wearer’s experience and personal expression Laura's work is transformed and completed.

See a slide show of Laura's work available at Smith Galleries here, or still images here. Contact Smith Galleries at 800.272.3870 to purchase. See our other jewelry artists here.

Mary and Lou Ann Jewelry at Smith Galleries

Smith Galleries features a large selection of jewelry by Mary and Lou Ann.

Mary and Lou Ann are inspired by the awesome power and potential of the atom. Chemistry, cellular structure, DNA, mathematics, spirituality, the nature of reality and our planetary travels provide the primary sources of fodder for color, form and texture. They are drawn to exploring the void in our work. The void is the space between breathes/atoms.

They are both trained silversmiths who met while they were students at the University of New Mexico. Their work is truly collaborative and they share equally in all aspects of design and production.

Click here to see some of the new pieces in the gallery. Smith Galleries is located in The Village at Wexford on beautiful Hilton Head Island. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 800.272.3870

Smith Gallereis features the jewelry of Michael Michaud

Smith Galleries is featuring this fresh selection of jewelry by Michael Michaud. The collection captures the beauty and exquisite detail of nature in metals, pearls and stones.

Artist Michael Michaud was born in Cleveland, Ohio and raised in Westport, Connecticut. Michael studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology's prestigious school for American craftsmen, graduating in 1980. In 1991, fortunate enough to be living in the Connecticut countryside and working near New York City's flower district, Michael's love of nature began to combine with his love of jewelry.

Please visit Smith Galleries soon to see this new collection of jewelry by Michael Michaud. Gallery hours are 10 - 6 Monday through Saturday. 843-842-2280

Smith Galleries features spring collection by Joan Z. Horn

Smith Galleries is featuring a new spring collection of jewelry by Joan Z. Horn.

Pictured here is a fresh new pendant design incorporating four distinct shapes which work beautifully together because of Joan's skillful design artistry.

Click here to see a slide show of the new pieces or here to see individual pictures. See more jewelry by Joan Z. Horn here.

Stop by the gallery soon to select the perfect piece for you new spring wardrobe. Smith Galleries is open 10-6 Monday through Saturday. Call us at 843-842-2280 or email info@smithgalleries.com .

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.

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.

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.

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

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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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.

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