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May Issue 2004
Piazza Gallery in Mt. Pleasant, SC, Features Works by Jo Tyree
Piazza Gallery Art & Framing in Mt. Pleasant,
SC, will feature the original acrylic art of Jo Tyree of Ladson,SC,
throughtout May 31, 2004.
In 1985, Tyree saw her second son's art work from his class in
10th grade. She thought "I can certainly do that, after all,
he got his genes from me". She enrolled in a painting class
and knew immediately that she wanted to continue painting.
Tyree's first goal was to have only original art in her home.
Then, as people began seeing her work, they started to commission
pieces. Her goals expanded as she realized that others also enjoyed
her work.
Acrylic is her favorite medium. Inspiration comes from all around.
Born and raised in Whiteville, NC, she finds that the beauty and
history of the Lowcountry is very stimulating for her art. The
ancient live oak trees with Spanish moss hanging from their boughs
are saying to her, "paint me, paint me". The beautiful
historic homes seem just to pose for her canvas.
Tyree's work has been exhibited in both North and South Carolina.
Her paintings are in public and private collections throughout
the Southeast. She is a member of the Charleston Artist Guild
and she has won several awards during her career. Most recently,
her Legare Street Welcome won first place in the Coastal Carolina
Fair Adult Division.
For further information check our SC Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery at 843/971-5005 or e-mail (SJBOLLING@aol.com).
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