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Natalie Clapp talks transition: relocating from Baltimore to Charleston, changing careers, and starting her own jewelry line, Silk Bone Jewels.

Nina Garner discusses her creative process, how Charleston influences her work, and her show December 7 at the ARK in Awendaw.

Grit-worthy events for 11/14–11/16

Shep Rose takes a look into what he believes is the demise of naturalism.

Young patrons groups in the art world are making a splash. Check out Charleston's own Society 1858 and what they're doing to expose Charleston on the national art scene.

Religious or not, anyone can appreciate the rare chance to grab some brews and chat with Father Bill—priest, bar-owner, and author of a book that depicts a quest for holiness through unlikely means.

Looking for a space to debt your artistic talent? Jericho Advisors gives local artists the opportunity to showcase their work in the company's corporate office gallery.

We've got our eye on this Charlotte, NC folk/rock singer and songwriter performing at a Park Circle bar tomorrow night.

Our city is becoming even more colorful as local, turned internationally successful artist get's the go-ahead to display his art on some of Charleston's most well known buildings. Have you seen it?

If you've seen incredible art being created on storefronts around downtown Charleston, your eyes don't deceive you, there's amazing work that's starting to grace our city. Here's just a sneak peek.

After a week of delicious reviews, our guest blogger wraps up her week of restaurants with a steal of a deal. O-Ku concludes our list of fair priced fare, where the sushi and drinks are a must.

Charleston Supported Art is providing amazing opportunities for artists to showcase their work. Come be a part of this nationwide movement March 6th and learn why it is so vital for our local artists.

Thought about the theory of cognitive dissonance lately? Or how about UFO cults? If not—here's your refresher. It just may be the problem behind today's accuse-and-ignore style of politics...

What to do on (another!) soggy day? Head to the Halsey for Spoleto's last splash, where hundreds of books, mags, & catalogues have been sculpted, sawed, stacked, whacked, carved, glued... transformed

Not feelin' summer's seduction yet? Next up is a tidal wave of eye candy—the best pools in the Lowcountry, swimsuits that rock, cool beach towels, and more must-have gear

And unless you live in the Dark Ages, you are too. Men, women, girls, bystanders... let's gather this evening and do what feminists do best—celebrate each other! See you TONIGHT, 5:30 at the Halsey

Aah, YouTube. Home to millions of clips showcasing mankind at our finest. Here, "Krispy Kreme - The Baddest" dukes it out with 2008 classic "David After Dentist" for the title of Most Hilarious

If you've got a thing for words, if you're hot for font and a fool for the mesmerizing voluptuousness of phrases writ large and draped about, get thee to the Halsey for Leslie Dill's Poetic Visions

Why not draw inspiration from a single design element? Reclaimed wood is my current go-to for good-looking rooms and just-right juxtapositions (think paneled walls and sleek metal accents)

Tips and guidelines to help art collectors of all levels select the right frame