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October Issue 2004

Charleston, SC, Welcomes Art Lovers for a Fine Art Weekend Affair

Art enthusiasts and avid collectors from across the United States will flock to the historic city of Charleston, SC, for the Charleston Fine Art Dealers' Association's (CFADA) Sixth Annual Fine Art Annual. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with some of the nation's most renowned artists, visit 10 of the city's recognized art galleries, meet the people behind Charleston's art world, and purchase pieces created by artists in celebration of the weekend art affair. The festivities run from Nov. 5 - 7, 2004.

The Fine Art Annual weekend officially begins Nov. 5, with gallery openings in the historic district. Guests will enjoy an intimate evening at all 10 CFADA member galleries, which will showcase the works of visiting and local artists. Gallery openings begin at 5:30pm. Admission is free to the public.

CFADA member galleries include: Ann Long Fine Art, Bernie Horton Gallery, Carolina Galleries, Charleston Renaissance Gallery, Coleman Fine Art, Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art Gallery, Margatet Petterson Gallery, Smith-Killian Fine Art, The Sylvan Gallery, and The Wells Gallery.

Saturday morning offers visitors and residents an intimate look inside the artists' minds at the ever-popular "Painting in the Park" in Washington Park, located at the corner of Meeting Street and Broad Street. Beginning at 9am, featuring 20 artists, including the weekend's featured artists. Visitors can stroll through the park, and observe the artists deep in their artistic modes, creating masterpieces of the Southern city. Breakfast treats will be served. Admission is free.

Following morning's "Painting in the Park," guests are invited to the weekend's most anticipated event, the Patron's Gala Reception at the Harbour Club, located on 35 Prioleau Street in downtown Charleston. Guests will enjoy a taste of Charleston, enjoy drinks from the open bar and partake in the evening's silent auction, where 20 paintings from the morning's "Painting in the Park" will be up for bid. Proceeds from the silent auction will benefit local public schools' art programs. The reception begins at 6pm. Cost is $50 per person in advance or $60 per person at the door.

The finale of Fine Art Annual ends on Sunday with a delicious brunch at High Cotton on 199 East Bay Street, one of the city's most prestigious restaurants. Guests will enjoy a two-course brunch and a special presentation by Art & Antique's editor, Barbara Tapp. The brunch is the perfect time for both avid and amateur art collectors to learn more about The Art of Collecting, as well as the ever-changing art world and Charleston's role within it. Brunch begins at 10am. Cost is $25. per person.

In 2003, CFADA raised $27,000 with proceeds from the gala's silent auction benefiting the Gibbes Museum of Art's contemporary collection. To purchase tickets for the Patron's Gala Reception and brunch, please contact the Ella Walton Richardson Fine Art Gallery at 843/722-3660.

The Mills House, one of Charleston's finest hotels, located at 118 Meeting Street, in the heart of the historic district, will offer guests attending the Fine Art Annual a special rate of $199 per night. For more information on accommodations please contact The Mills House at 1-800/874-9600 or visit at (www.millshouse.com).

The Charleston Fine Art Dealers' Association was founded in 1999. The association consists of 10 galleries, which are dedicated to developing Charleston into a fine arts destination, and bringing the best of the city's visual art scene to the national forefront.

The members of CFADA would like to thank Maverick Southern Kitchens, Art & Antiques Magazine, Charleston Magazine and The Mills House for their support.

For more information on the Fine Art Annual or on CFADA, please visit (www.cfada.com).


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