It’s a beautiful time of year for art in Bluffton

It’s already been an exciting spring in the eclectic art community of Bluffton, South Carolina. As you read this, we will have just experienced the Bluffton Flower Show, organized and hosted by Babbio Guscio of The Store. It took place March 21 in and around Martin Park and the historic Heyward House grounds and was sure to inspire with wonderful flower arrangements, plant sales and art vendors. There was even an inaugural pound cake tasting and competition. Look forward to this event returning in 2027.

Next up for Bluffton this year is the Old Town Bluffton Spring Fling, a weekend of art-filled events and fun. Beginning Friday, April 10, from 3 to 7 p.m., the Spring Art Walk will feature downtown shops and galleries serving refreshments while offering the best in local art, chic clothing and unique gifts.

On Saturday, April 11, enjoy live art demonstrations at downtown galleries, art exhibits and children’s art activities, along with face painting and ice cream. At La Petite Gallerie, we will feature glass artist Kathy Oda and jeweler Patricia Mothershead, along with our gallery artists demonstrating their creative skills. We will also have a large collaborative canvas available for visitors to try their hand at painting. Our artists will be there to help you become an artist for the day. Live bluegrass music in our garden will serenade you.

Sunday, April 12, rounds out the weekend with brunch and lunch featuring local cuisine at downtown establishments. Spring Fling drinks will be available at participating restaurants.

On neighboring Hilton Head Island, even more art events are coming up. The Art League of Hilton Head is hosting a Plein Air Paint Out event April 9-10. This two-day outdoor painting event offers participants the opportunity to paint en plein air at locations throughout the island. Visit artleaguehhi.org for more information.

Then, April 25-26, the Art Market at Historic Honey Horn will feature a juried fine art and craft show with artists from across the region. Held on the grounds of Honey Horn and hosted by the Coastal Discovery Museum, the event will also include food trucks offering lunch. Visit coastaldiscovery.org for more information.

Wherever you are, consider visiting for some artsy fun, shopping and dining this April.

Murray Sease is an artist at La Petite Gallerie, 56 Calhoun Street, Bluffton, SC. lapetitegallerie.com