March Issue 2002
Smith-Killian Fine Art in Charleston, SC, Offers New Works by Shannon Smith
Smith-Killian Fine Art in Charleston, SC, will
be presenting an exhibit of oil paintings by local artist Shannon
Smith. The exhibition entitled, Island Life, will be on
view from Mar. 29 through Apr. 12, 2002.
Shannon Smith is a native of Charleston, and returned to her home
after receiving her degree in fine art from Clemson University.
She also has continued her education with workshops in Scottsdale,
AZ, and in the Brittany region of France. The combination of her
education, natural talents, and being a part of a highly successful
artistic family has made her one of the most accomplished and
collected artists under age 30.
Wherever Smith is, capturing natural light and its effects on
the specific environment is what intrigues her. Whether it is
a still life set on the windowsill of a beachfront home, or passersby
in front of the Louvre, her painting reflects an impressionistic
style coupled with realism in subject matter. "We are facing
a time in our lives where we have gained a new appreciation for
things we used to take for granted. Sometimes we just need to
put our hectic schedules aside and take time to enjoy our everyday
surroundings. Growing up in the Lowcountry for me has become a
life all too familiar. I took time away from my busy schedule
and immersed myself in the beauty of our barrier islands and felt
as though I were seeing it all for the first time. This body of
work portrays my renewed appreciation for the rustic character
and simple pleasures of Lowcountry life."
Exhibiting her work since 1994, Smith already
has a strong national following. What attracts collectors to her
work is her sensitive approach to natural light and how that appears
in a fleeting moment. She has the ability to bring in the viewer
and make them a part of that moment. Her inspiration for this
exhibit has come from her continuous exploration of the unique
aesthetics of the Lowcountry's islands. Intertwining Smith's passion
for the islands and her overwhelming strength as a painter has
made for an outstanding and highly developed body of work. Join
with the art community to celebrate this young artist and her
collection.
For more information check our SC Commercial Gallery listings,
call the gallery at 843/853-0708 or on the web at (http://www.smithkillian.com).
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