October Exhibition Hocus Pocus Opens
Charleston Crafts Cooperative Gallery 140 E Bay St, Charleston, South Carolina 29401
Featured artists include:Thia Beniash, Angie Moss Brown, Sarah Mitchell, Selma Andrews
Featuring original work by the gallery’s member artists, the exhibition showcases a diverse range of fine craft and art reflecting the individuality and creative voices of the cooperative.
Charleston Crafts Gallery, an artist-owned cooperative in the heart of downtown Charleston, is pleased to present its October exhibition, Hocus Pocus, which opens with a public reception on Friday, October 2, from 5pm to 8pm.
Hocus Pocus embraces the season with a bit spooky flair and artisanal wares across a range of materials and techniques. From bold statement jewelry to sculptural ceramics, fiber and polymer clay creations, the exhibition highlights contemporary craft and the skill behind each medium.
Featuring original work by the gallery’s member artists, the exhibition showcases a diverse range of fine craft and art reflecting the individuality and creative voices of the cooperative. Featured artists include:
Selma Andrews—a polymer clay artist well-versed in the Mille fore technique, creating statement necklaces and accessories in a distinctive modern style.
Angie Moss Brown—a ceramic artist creating highly imaginative and richly textured sculptural vessels inspired by natural forms.
Sarah Mitchell—a fiber artist felting birds, mermaids and other local wildlife from hand-dyed wool.
Thia Beniash—a polymer clay artist developing tiny worlds behind glass, employing many techniques to create detailed and decorative scenes.
The opening reception takes place during the Charleston Gallery Association’s ArtWalk, a monthly evening celebrating the visual arts in downtown Charleston. Visitors are encouraged to include Charleston Crafts Gallery as part of their ArtWalk experience while exploring the many galleries and creative spaces that downtown Charleston offers.