Sculpture in the South

Sculpture in the South is my favorite show of the season - partly because it's early, and we aren't exhausted yet, and partly because it's a sculpture-only show, which let's me meet and talk with some of my favorite sculptors, but mostly because of the wonderful people of Summerville.

These folks really know how to put on a show. They arrange every detail. Sculptors come from as far away as Minnesota, Texas, and California ship their work here. The show staff provides the help and equipment needed to move and set up the displays, provides tents, refreshments (including Carolina Barbeque!), and handles the sales transactions.

And local patrons put on the greatest meals after the show. I can still taste the shrimp and grits! The best part of all is their love and appreciation of sculpture. In spite of a low-country downpour last year the Friday night black-tie outdoor reception was well attended.

If you can't come to Summerville, you must visit their web site, SculptureintheSouth.com.

2009 Open Studios Tour

The Open Studios Tour was great this year! Thanks to Nan Mahone, Steve Mitchell and Kevin Kittredge for the great coverage in the Roanoke Times. We had lots of visitors.

Open Studios is the first outdoor show of the year, and we always look forward to it. We air out our tent and scrub the accumulated dust from the pedestals. This is usually the first chance we get to show my new pieces for the year. And we get a chance to meet our local supporters face to face.

We won't be doing the Sidewalk Show this year due to conflicts with other commitments, but do look in at Gallery 108. I'll have some new pieces there.