Local Art Exhibits & Events at a Glance-January

Because our website calendar doesn’t like events that last more than a day and often fails to display them properly, we’re going to keep a running list of ART EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS right here with “Artie,” the paint-splattered pooch as our mascot. Scroll through to see ongoing displays at our local galleries, followed by special art events we have listed by date.

ONGOING AT THE GALLERIES

BRUNSWICK

Brunswick-Glynn County Library – 208 Gloucester Street

The art of Linda Shannon, a local painter whose work focuses on the local landscapes and sites of the Golden Isles is currently on display and available for viewing during normal library hours. 

Creative Frameworks Frame Shop and Gallery – 1302 Gloucester Street

Works by local artists and photographers on display in the frame shop’s gallery.

Historic Ritz Theatre – WilcoxGallery – 1530 Newcastle Street

Through January 24

The Annual Student Art Exhibit features hundreds of amazing art pieces in every medium made by talented K-12 students in our local schools. Come be amazed by the creativity and inventiveness the students put into their unique art. 

Gallery hours are Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p. m. and during performances and events. Admission to all art exhibits in The Wilcox Gallery at the Ritz Theatre is free. For more information about the exhibit or to find complete details about upcoming shows, please contact Golden Isles Arts and Humanities at (912) 262-6934, info@goldenislesarts.org or visit www.goldenislesarts.org.

SoGlo Gallery – 1413 Newcastle Street

Through December 31 – Paintings by the late Jeanne Szabo, A Retrospective, will be on display December 3-31.

SoGlo Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11am to 5:30pm, Saturday from 11am to 4pm, or by appointment. For more information, contact the gallery by phone/text at 912-230-1042 or visit SoGloGallery.com

Southeast Georgia Health System – Horton Gallery, located on Brunswick Campus, adjacent to the Outpatient Care Center

Featured in the Horton Gallery at the Southeast Georgia Health System this month: photography by Michelle Hilton. 

Normal gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

ST. SIMONS ISLAND

Anderson Fine Art Gallery – 3309 Frederica Rd.

Works on display in Anderson Fine Art Gallery include an outstanding group of professional and emerging artists and offers landscapes, still life, and some non-representational works. Seasonal exhibitions complement their curated core collection of paintings and sculpture.

Normal gallery hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday or call 912.634.8414. For more info, visit andersonfineartgallery.com

Anderson Studio Gallery – 100 Sylvan Drive, Suite 170

Anderson Studio Gallery, formerly known as the Artists Annex, located right around the corner from Anderson Fine Art Gallery, is now a remodeled gallery, featuring pop-up exhibits and is the location for the many workshops hosted by Anderson Fine Art Gallery. These workshops have been held for more than 15 years and are taught by professional artists from across the country who come to the island to instruct fellow painters. Students travel year-round to attend the studio and plein air workshops. Full workshop schedule can be found at workshopsonstsimonsisland.com and attached below. Artist Sherry Egger also offers private instruction by appointment in the studio.

ArtTrends Gallery – 3305 Frederica Road

Through January 4: “Art For the Holidays” With Guest Artist Don Farrell. Don Farrell’s watercolors excite and inspire, with each piece showcasing his unique perspective and masterful technique. Exhibition runs through January 4th

Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. For more information, visit arttrends.gallery, call 912.268.4761, or email artists@arttrends.gallery.

Glynn Visual Arts – 106 Island Drive

January 7-February 7: “Art of Serendipity” from well-known local watercolorist Deborah Jinkins will be on display in the Portman Gallery at Glynn Visual Arts. Opening Reception: Thursday, January 9, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Jinkins’ portrayal of coastal birds, sea life, florals and the natural landscape is often described as realistic with a touch of whimsy.  “The personality of a swan, the complexity of flower petals, or the attitude of a pelican all become spaces for the viewer to rest,” said Jinkins. The vibrant colors and saturation in her work is a signature style for Jinkins. A roseate spoonbill, blue crabs, palms and hibiscus seem to leap off the canvas into the room. 

Jinkins began painting in watercolors when she took lessons from longtime GVA instructor and St. Simons Island resident Lynn St. Clair in 2011. Since then, Jinkins’ work has been held in private and corporate collections across the country. Her many affiliations include GVA, the Kentucky, Georgia and Southern Watercolor Societies, and the Georgia Coastal Artists Guild.  

Normal Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday — Saturday. Admission is free. 912-638-8770  glynnvisualarts.org

Golden Isles CVB Welcome Center – 529 Beachview Drive

The CVB Welcome Center on St. Simons Island has art by local artists on display and available for purchase in its Live Oak Shop. Regular hours are Monday – Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm; Sunday 12:00pm – 5:00pm

Hotel Simone – 1200 Ocean Boulevard

Ute Kleemann is the current Artist in Residency at Hotel Simone in partnership with Glynn Visual Arts (GVA). Her beautiful abstract works will be on display at Hotel Simone through December 2024.

Julep Gallery – 269 Redfern Village and now upstairs at Dutchmans Casual Living

A colorfully curated new art gallery in Redfern Village on St. Simons Island. Everyone is welcome to visit. Open 11am-5pm Tuesday-Friday and 11am-3pm Saturday.

Wallin Gallery – 3360 Frederica Road

Original abstract artwork by Ken Wallin on display at his studio. By appointment only.

JEKYLL ISLAND 

Jekyll Island Art Association – Goodyear Cottage – Historic District

The Jekyll Island Arts Association Merry Artists Market opens Friday, November 29 and runs through December 31. Visit the Goodyear Cottage in the historic district on Jekyll Island to find one-of-a-kind gifts made by JIAA artists for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Artists will be on site demonstrating their crafts on weekends during the event. Gallery hours are noon – 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Admission is free.

ART EXHIBIT OPENINGS, FESTIVALS & EVENTS

Tuesday, January 7

First Tuesday Gallery Showcase – Historic Downtown Brunswick 5-7pm 

Brunswick galleries will be showcasing their respective exhibits with opportunities to meet the artists, enjoy refreshments, and spend the evening in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere from 5 to 7 pm. The annual Student Art Exhibit is on display in the Wilcox Gallery at the Historic Ritz Theatre. For more information, call 912.262.6934.

Thursday, January 9

“Art of Serendipity” from well-known local watercolorist Deborah Jinkins opens in the Portman Gallery at Glynn Visual Arts with a reception from 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Theexhibit will be on display from January 7 – February 7.