2012 Palette and Palate Stroll Pairings!

The 2012 pairings are:

Corrigan Gallery – Barsa Tapas

Dog and Horse Fine Art – Circa 1886

Ella W. Richardson Fine Art – BLU

Helena Fox Fine Art – Anson

Horton Hayes Fine Art – Oak

Smith Killian Fine Art – McCrady’s

The Sylvan Gallery – Eli’s Table

Wells Gallery – Social

We only sell a limited number of tickets. Get yours today at www.cfada.com! The event is on Friday, July 13th!

 

 

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2011 Palette and Palate Stroll pairings are finalized!

The 2011 Palette and Palate Stroll pairings are finalized! The sixth annual fine art and fine cuisine event presented by the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association will take place on Friday, July 15,  from 5:30 to 7:30pm. What an exciting line up this year. We welcome new faces, Rice Market and Caviar & Bananas!

Tickets are $45 per person and go on sale today, click here to buy early as they will sell out!

The 2011 Palette & Palate Stroll pairings are:

Charleston Renaissance Gallery & Circa 1886

Corrigan Gallery & Cypress

Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art & Blu

Helena Fox Fine Art & Anson

Horton Hayes Fine Art & La Fourchette

John C. Doyle Art Gallery & Caviar & Bananas

Robert Lange Studios & Charleston Grill

Martin Gallery & Social

Smith-Killian Fine Art & McCrady’s

The Sylvan Gallery & Halls Chophouse

Wells Gallery & Boathouse

The 2011 event is sponsored by the American Art Collector Magazine. Be sure to check it out where magazines are sold. The magazine offers up to date information about what is happening in some of the best galleries across the country & exhibition schedules, as well as features new artists and a state-by-state resource guide.

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Photographer Doug Van de Zande at Martin Gallery in Charleston in July

Photograph by Doug Van de Zande

Photograph by Doug Van de Zande

For the month of July and in conjunction with the CFADA’s Palette and Palate Stroll on July 16, Martin Gallery in Charleston, SC, will be featuring work by photographer Doug Van de Zande.  Each image portrays Charleston and the surrounding areas with a timeless quality.  While the subjects are taken directly from the area, it is Doug’s unique printing technique that gives his work the true Charleston flavor.  His printing technique is the perfect complement to his subjects.  The process that yields his signature look was discovered accidentally through a chemical and physical manipulation of the print.  No two of the archival quality photographs are ever the same, though each one bears the subtle textures and tonal nuances that make his work timeless and unique.  It looks as though each photograph could have been taken a hundred years ago.  Doug’s work will be hanging for the entire month of July 2010.

Martin Gallery is located at 18 Broad Street in downtown Charleston, SC.

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Wells Gallery and Charleston Grill – A Superb Pairing for the Palette and Palate Stroll

For more than a decade, the Wells Gallery has played a significant role in developing Charleston as a top fine arts destination. The gallery’s collection represents a diverse array of art, ranging from traditional Lowcountry scenes to more contemporary art by artists from across the nation that paint in a variety of styles and subject matters. At over two times the size of their original location, the gallery showcases a rich selection of paintings, jewelry and hand-blown glass work by some of the nation’s finest artists: Marty Whaley Adams, Claire Farrell, Virginia Fouche´ Bolton, Russell Gordon, Gary Gowans, Glenn Harrington, Whitney Kreb, Kevin LePrince, Earl B. Lewis, Brad Lorbach, Rick McClure, John Michiels, George Pate, Sue Stewart, Karen Larson Turner and Kim Weiland.     

The pairing of Wells Gallery’s fine art with the Charleston Grill‘s superb cuisine will be especially complimentary  because at this year’s Palette and Palate Stroll, the restaurant welcomes new Executive Chef Michelle Weaver. Chef Weaver has been under the direction of the award-winning and former-Executive Chef Bob Waggoner as Charleston Grill’s Executive Sous Chef for the past 11 years.  As her friend and mentor moves towards a new chapter of his career focusing on television, Chef Weaver has naturally and elegantly stepped into the spotlight. Part of the Charleston Place Hotel, the restaurant was the only one in the area to be included in the Nations Restaurant News “Fine Dining Hall of Fame” and in the book titled, The Elite 1000. 

Capturing critics’ and diners’ attention by producing menus that combine unusual ingredients with classic techniques, Chef Weaver continues to enhance and expand Charleston’s appreciation for fine cuisine.  She has a strong commitment to supporting local farmers and encouraging them to cultivate new and unusual products which she incorporates in her cuisine. 

After an excessive remodeling, Charleston Grill re-opened in 2007, introducing a new style of Charleston Cuisine. The exquisite menu is pure, with dishes inspired by the clean, light flavors of the ingredients.

“I am inspired by nature and you will experience this in my dishes.  My cooking style takes the freshest ingredients and uses them in the most minimalist way, letting the quality of the product stand for itself.  My job is to bring those ingredients together to create a truly spectacular dining experience,” describes her style Chef Weaver.

Wells Gallery will serve FireFly Sweet Tea Vodka cocktails and wine.

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The Charleston Renaissance Gallery and High Cotton Partner up for the Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17

Founded by Robert Hicklin, Jr. in 1972, the Charleston Renaissance Gallery is the only one in the nation specializing in fine art of the American South. The gallery has maintained a distinctive reputation for its offerings of 19th and 20th century masterworks, including works on oil, paper, sculptures, the art of the Charleston Renaissance Movement and select works from the estate of Elizabeth O’Neil Verner, one of the most influential artists of the time.                                                                                                                                      

For more than 30 years, the Charleston Renaissance Gallery has handled works by the most prestigious Southern artists, as well as those American artists who explored Southern subject matter. The gallery counts private collectors from across the country and around the world, as well as premier national institutions among its clients. In addition to regular exhibitions and educational symposiums, it has published several scholarly catalogues and three major art volumes. The gallery is also home to a library of more than 4000 books and archives on Southern art history.             

A strong supporter of the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association since its foundation, Maverick Southern Kitchens’ High Cotton will partner for the fourth year with the gallery for the Palette and Palate Stroll evening. The restaurant’s heart pine floors, wide-bladed ceiling fans and walls of hand-made brick have been the signatures of Lowcountry high-life since antebellum times. The menu is hearty and southern, featuring regional favorites, steaks, game and fresh seafood – all prepared with the famous Maverick artistry.

Raised in a large Italian family whose passion for cooking was always a focus and source of pride, High Cotton’s Executive Chef, Anthony Gray’s choice of a career in the culinary industry was a natural one. While training in Charleston at Johnson & Wales University, he began working in local Charleston restaurants and was hired as a line cook at Slightly North of Broad in 1998.  Chef Gray steadily proved himself and was promoted to several positions within the Maverick Southern Kitchens family, and upon the opening of High Cotton in November of 1999, Chef Gray was promoted to sous chef, a position he held until November of 2006 when he became High Cotton’s Executive Chef.          

Gray’s passion for meats can be noted with his hand-made sausages and charcuteries, and his excellence in creating sauces and marinades that enhance the flavors of the meats he works with.  Chef Gray is a proud supporter of local farmers and vendors.

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Ann Long Fine Art and Oak Steakhouse- A Pairing Not to Be Missed during the Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17

Since its establishment in 1997, Ann Long Fine Art has earned a reputation as a leading gallery specializing in classical realist paintings, drawings and sculptures by contemporary artists. Led by the expertise of Ben Long, Daniel Graves and Charles Cecil, American and European artists represented by Ann Long Fine Art ascribe to a “slow art” methodology in which they train as apprentices in Florence, Italy. They work strictly from life, use authentic recipes and materials, and are guided by a more painterly aesthetic.

During a recent trip to Florence, Italy, owner Ann Long scoured the studios of her young and talented painters for their finest work. Exhibited this July will be beautiful still life, landscapes from the villages of Italy to the Tuscan countryside, and of course figure work for which the gallery is best known. Most importantly, the work will be priced with the young collector in mind. The Young Collectors’ Sale will feature great work at a great price!

During this year’s Palette and Palate Stroll, complimenting the evening’s ambience at Ann Long Fine Art will be the tastings created by Chef Brett McKee and his restaurant, Oak Steakhouse. Located at 17 Broad Street in a 150-year-old building that underwent an 18-month restoration, Oak Steakhouse features brilliantly restored original arched doorways, heart pine plank flooring, mahogany paneling and 18 foot ceilings, creating the perfect backsplash for the five unique and equally beautiful dining rooms. Touted as “one of the best and most distinctive steakhouses in America” by food critic, John Mariani, Oak’s main dishes center around innovative American steakhouse classics with Italian embellishments, sourced from the finest purveyors worldwide.

A native of Brooklyn, NY, McKee spent his youth immersed in the diverse ethnic cultures and culinary traditions of his family and neighbors. Chef Brett McKee’s professional culinary career began in 1983 when he graduated first in his class from the New York Restaurant School. Chef McKee has spearheaded numerous fine-dining establishments throughout the Charleston area and participated in over 550 charitable events; his generous spirit towards the community and his unforgettable Italian-inspired dishes have earned him a loyal following from the community. Upon opening in January 2005, Oak Steakhouse was named “Best New Restaurant” by the Charleston City Paper and received recognition in the New York Times; Bon Appetit; Wine Enthusiast; National Geographic Adventure; Charleston Magazine; and more. Today, Oak Steakhouse, a New York-style Italian Steakhouse, is considered Chef McKee’s most significant accomplishment.

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Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17 – Carolina Galleries Pleased to Welcome Circa 1886

Carolina Galleries will present “Small Works & Small Plates” on July 17, 2009 in conjunction with the Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association’s Fourth Annual Palette & Palate Stroll. Carolina Galleries specializes in the art of the Charleston Renaissance, a unique period during the first half of the 20th century. The war-ravaged Low Country inspired dozens of painters and illustrators, including local artists such as Elizabeth O’Neill and Alice Ravenel Huger Smith to nationally prominent artists such as Childe Hassam, Edward Hopper and Alfred Hutty. The 21st century has revealed yet another artists’ renaissance in Charleston. Recent paintings by John Burmeister, Craig Crawford, Julyan Davis, Johnson Hagood, and Evan Wilson fill the walls of Carolina Galleries with street scenes, marsh vistas, portraits, and genre scenes that are reminiscent of the earlier time.

Also on display are several Charleston etchings by Alfred Hutty. Hutty came to Charleston in 1919, already in his early forties, and immediately called to his wife: “Come quickly. Have found heaven.” Primarily an oil and watercolor painter, Hutty apparently did not seriously take up etching until he moved to Charleston. However, he quickly demonstrated his complete mastery of the medium, winning awards all over the country. All the while, he continued to paint in oils and watercolors, and also produced hundreds of pencil drawings and sketches. Alfred Hutty was one of the founding members of the Charleston Etcher’s Club.

To complement the visual surroundings at Carolina Galleries, Marc Collins, Executive Chef of Circa 1886, will be sure to delight guests with a modern and innovative approach to traditional Southern cuisine. Chef Collins earned his formal culinary training at the Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts in Pittsburgh from where he moved to San Antonio, Texas. Here he worked at La Mansion Del Rio under French Chef Guy Collinet, he then continued to build his repertoire at La Louisiane and the Fairmount Hotel honing his skills in the French culinary technique.

In 2001, Chef Collins moved to Charleston, South Carolina, where he was named the prestigious title of Executive Chef of Circa 1886. A true hidden gem, Circa 1886 is nestled in the gardens behind the Wentworth Mansion downtown. Thanks to Chef Collins’ dedication to excellence, the restaurant has earned many accolades and awards, including the AAA Four Diamond Award, the Mobil Four Star Award, the DiRoNA Award for Fine Dining, as well as the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. Chef Collins has also received numerous personal honors that include being named a Chef to Watch by Esquire magazine in 2001. The son of an artist, Chef Collins brings an affinity for creativity to the preparation and presentation of every dish he serves.

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Helena Fox Fine Art Features Renowned Goldsmith Sarah Amos for the Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17

Helena Fox Fine Art at 12 Queen Street in historic downtown Charleston presents an evening of Southern culinary delights from acclaimed Chef Jeremiah Bacon of Carolina’s Restaurant paired with the glamorous jewels of renowned goldsmith Sarah Amos on July 17, 2009. Carolina’s Restaurant, a landmark in Charleston’s rich culinary history, offers a contemporary approach to Lowcountry cuisine. Chef Bacon utilizes local ingredients grown on Kensington Plantation in unique creations and Lowcountry classics. The New York Times calls Carolina’s “one of the most elegant restaurants on the East coast…among the best.”

Sarah Amos, originally from South Wales, creates exquisite contemporary jewelry using centuries-old techniques of ancient goldsmithing. She has been featured in numerous national and international publications including Charleston Magazine, Charleston Weddings and most notably Art & Antiques. Her one-of-a-kind pieces include hand-crafted bracelets, pendants, rings, earrings, and necklaces. Amos selects the finest stones from rose-cut diamonds, beautiful sapphires to Peruvian opals. Her jewelry is crafted using original, ancient Greek and Roman coins, which adds to its mythical heritage. Amos explains her artistic philosophy: “When creating a piece of jewelry; I intend for it to be unique, functional and timeless.”

Please join us for a celebration of food and fine art with offerings by Carolina’s restaurant and goldsmith Sara Amos. To purchase tickets for this Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association’s (CFADA) Palette and Palate Stroll, please call (843) 819-8060 or visit www.cfada.com.

Helena Fox Fine Art specializes in fine contemporary representational art. The gallery features a compilation of work by national and international artists, most particularly West Fraser. The varied collection mingles impressionistic landscapes and streetscapes, plein-air paintings, realistic still lifes and trompe l’oeil, with wildlife sculpture and exquisite handcrafted 22K gold jewelry. Representing Sarah Amos, Kenn Backhaus, Christina Bates, John Budicin, Donald Demers, Mary Ericson, Marie Fox, West Fraser, William McCullough, Billyo O’Donnell, Becky Parrish, Edward Rice and Kent Ullberg.

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Halls Chophouse Joins the Sylvan Gallery for the Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17

Located on King Street in Charleston’s art and antique district, the Sylvan Gallery has established a reputation of bringing some of the finest international work to the Charleston forefront. Representing more than 25 artists globally, the gallery focuses on 20th and 21st century representational art. Owned and operated by Joe and Janie Sylvan, the gallery is helping to bring diversity to Charleston’s art scene.

The Sylvan Gallery joins Halls Chophouse for the first time for an unforgettable evening of fine art and exquisite food – the Palette and Palate Stroll. Halls Chophouse, located at 434 King Street, is a family inspiration that has taken shape over many years. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry, the Hall Family values the importance of true hospitality and comfort. With an experienced team from the kitchen to the dining room, Halls Chophouse offers superior dishes, service and an atmosphere that will entice their guests to stay, enjoy and come back time and again.

 

 

Jeanne and Bill Hall, Sr. has spent over forty years operating hotels and restaurants in Pinehurst, NC, Hilton Head Island, SC, Napa Valley and Pebble Beach, CA. Bill also managed outposts of the Ritz-Carlton Hotels and the Cloister Resort & Beach Club in Sea Island, GA.

Tommy Hall has spent over ten years in the restaurant business. He joins the team after 6 years as General Manager with Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House in Dallas, TX. Billy Hall has worked around hotels and restaurants throughout his life. He joins the family after working in sports for the last 12 years in Major League Baseball, Major College Football and the NFL.

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Martin Gallery Welcomes Fat Hen and Wild Olive For the Palette and Palate Stroll, July 17

Martin Gallery strives to bring some of the finest artists in their fields together under one roof. Upon entering the historic Grand Salon of Martin Gallery, one experiences a soaring space filled with the exquisite color and texture of oils, acrylics, bronzes, marbles, terra-cottas and richly hued glass. The gallery features contemporary art, representing more than thirty nationally and internationally renowned artists. The gallery’s goal is to provide works of thoughtful beauty to enhance residential and commercial surroundings. Martin Gallery is located at 18 Broad Street on the corner of State and Broad Streets, in the Grand Salon of the historic People’s Building.

In celebration of the Palette and Palate Stroll, Martin Gallery will once again partner with Fat Hen Restaurant. For the 2009 event, Chef Fred Neuville, the owner of Fat Hen, will also feature his newest restaurant venture, Wild Olive. While Fat Hen restaurant pays homage to the Huguenot culture in Charleston, serving Lowcountry food with French flair, Wild Olive’s  menu spotlights the finest ingredients sourced from as nearby as the local John’s Island farms and far away as the hill markets of Italy. Wild Olive combines traditional Italian design paired with unique one of a kind elements creating a cozy yet sleek 135-seat dining room and bar.

As Founding Chef, Partner and Executive Chef at 39 Rue de Jean, COAST Bar & Grill, and Good Food Catering, Chef Neuville spent his days in the restaurant fast lane making an indelible mark on the Charleston food scene. In 2007 ready to fuse his passion for food and family, Neuville opened his first hugely successful restaurant on John’s Island, shortly to be followed by Wild Olive one year later. Fat Hen and Wild Olive are outposts for culinary delights and domestic enjoyment.

Executive Chef Todd Mazurek is Chef Neuville’s right hand in the kitchen. When Chef Neuville first met Mazurek he was impressed with his enthusiasm and talent and offered Mazurek a full time position at trendy seafood inspired COAST Bar and Grill where he quickly moved up the ranks to become chef de cuisine. In 2007, Mazurek was thrilled for the opportunity to work beside his principal culinary mentor once again when Neuville announced his new culinary venture – Fat Hen. After successfully conducting the kitchen of Fat Hen, Mazurek opened the kitchen at Wild Olive as executive chef.

 

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