Art has long been an important part of Charleston’s rich culture.
For centuries, the city has produced, nurtured and encouraged artists of all disciplines, with the city’s magnificent architecture, natural beauty and colorful people providing an infinite source of creative inspiration. Even as Charleston began capturing the national spotlight as a visitor destination more than 25 years ago, the visual arts community emerged as a shining star in the tourism industry, attracting a growing number of upscale visitors eager to experience a complex and dynamic visual arts scene.
As a result, a number of gallery owners and artists who share a common vision for establishing the Charleston market as a fine art destination banded together to form the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association (CFADA) in 1999. Each CFADA member gallery has established itself as a knowledgeable fine art dealer and maintains the highest level of professionalism. Additionally, all CFADA members are committed to contributing to the cultural life of the Charleston community by hosting worthwhile exhibitions and sharing their expertise.
Through its sponsorship of the Charleston Fine Art Annual, a weekend-long visual arts celebration, CFADA strives to encourage recognition of Charleston on a national level as a source of diverse, exciting fine art. Held the first full weekend of November, the Fine Art Annual features nationally renowned artists whose works are showcased exclusively in the CFADA member galleries throughout historic downtown Charleston. The weekend event also includes receptions at each of the CFADA galleries, the popular plein air painting demonstration in Washington Park and a Silent Auction. CFADA members strongly support local art by donating proceeds from the Fine Art Annual to Charleston County High School Fine Art Programs.
In mid-July, CFADA presents the Palate & Palette Stroll, an evening dedicated to fine art, cuisine and wine. Beginning at any of the 12 CFADA galleries, attendees stroll through the historic streets of downtown Charleston, delighting their senses in Charleston’s charms and enjoying an array of breathtaking art at the city’s most prominent galleries. They also indulge in fine cuisine prepared by Charleston’s circle of prestigious chefs. Because the Palate & Palette Stoll presents the prefect blend of Charleston’s art and culinary worlds, it is fast becoming an annual favorite of locals and visitors alike.
For more information about CFADA galleries and events, please visit www.cfada.com and the CFADA blog (www.cfada.wordpress.com).
CFADA Galleries include:
Ann Long Fine Art
Carolina Galleries
Charleston Renaissance Gallery
Corrigan Gallery
Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art Gallery
Helena Fox Fine Art
Horton Hayes Fine Art
John Carroll Doyle Art Gallery
Martin Gallery
Robert Lange Studios
Smith-Killian Fine Art
The Sylvan Gallery
Wells Gallery
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Art has long been an important part of Charleston’s rich culture.
In mid-July, CFADA presents the Palate & Palette Stroll, an evening dedicated to fine art, cuisine and wine. Beginning at any of the 12 CFADA galleries, attendees stroll through the historic streets of downtown Charleston, delighting their senses in Charleston’s charms and enjoying an array of breathtaking art at the city’s most prominent galleries. They also indulge in fine cuisine prepared by Charleston’s circle of prestigious chefs. Because the Palate & Palette Stoll presents the prefect blend of Charleston’s art and culinary worlds, it is fast becoming an annual favorite of locals and visitors alike.
CFADA Galleries include:
Original vintage poster art. A glimpse of European advertising at the turn of the 20th Century. Covering the walls of the gallery are large splashes of color inviting you to the Moulin Rouge and Monaco Grand Prix. The gallery’s selection includes the Belle Epoch, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and contemporary periods.
A celebration of Charleston’s unique architectural and cultural heritage. Whether buying or selling, our clients’ needs and interests come first. Our expertise is luxury property and our experience and knowledge in all types of residential and commercial real estate mean we bring you the best possible service.
Bocci's - a great Italian restaurant in historic downtown Charleston on Church Street. USA Today has called Bocci's one of the leading Italian restaurants in the United States. Bocci's serves full Italian fare, excellent wines, heavenly desserts and gourmet coffees all at affordable prices. Perfect for the whole family. Dinner nightly.
