Charleston Women in the Arts

Spend the summer with three generations of Charleston women in Victoria Benton Frank’s debut novel “My Magnolia Summer.” In this book, family traditions reign and the beauty of Lowcountry life takes center stage. Frank is proud to carry on her mother’s legacy as the queen of the southern summer beach read. As the daughter of […]

When Lauren Owens moved to Charleston a decade ago, the art aficionado stumbled upon an opportunity to work as an apprentice at Frames Unlimited, a custom frame shop established in 1979. There she learned how to build frames and mountings — mixing her own paste, pinning, clamping and chopping angles to perfection. When the business […]

Caroline Staley is the local artist behind Gallavantor Art, creating bold coastal artwork with delicate, one-of-a-kind details. Though art has always been her passion, it took time for her to discover her path to success as an artist. After studying studio art at the College of Charleston, Staley devoted the next decade to traveling the […]

Music and music education are of great importance in our area. It can often be difficult to find high-quality providers for professional, amateur and music students. Formally known by another name, Southern String Supply has continued to provide one-of-a-kind service and repairs to the Lowcountry area since its opening in 1999. Founded by former U.S. […]