Down to a Fine Art

SEWE curates a collection of fine art from the nation's most talented wildlife painters and sculptors. Explore the SEWE Gallery below to find a new piece of art, learn more about the artists and discover the inspiration behind their work.

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Family Outing by Kathleen Dunphy

2024 Featured Artist

Kathleen Dunphy

Featured Artist Kathleen Dunphy masterfully captures the beauty of wildlife art. As an artist, Dunphy's goal is to paint with passion that radiates her reverence for the natural world. Kathleen lives in the pristine Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California. An avid outdoors person and hiker, she relishes painting several times a month "en plein air" with her sidekick and canine companion, Ellie.

Grazing by Kathleen Dunphy

Black Beauty by Kathleen Dunphy

Soulmates by Kathleen Dunphy

Art Events

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Special Event

SEWE KICKOFF AT LAMAR’S

Kick off your SEWE week at Lamar’s Sporting Club, Charleston’s first reservation-only nightlife experience.

VIP

Private Preview Afternoon

Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

VIP

VIP Signature Gala & Sale

A black-tie affair offering a first look at fine art.

VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Charleston Place

Before SEWE opens to the public, you’ll already have insider access to preview and snag your new art in the SEWE Fine Art Gallery. For VIP benefactors only.

VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Marketplace at The Gaillard Center

Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

General Admission

Quick Draw/Speed Sculpt and Auction

Artists paint or sculpt an original piece in just one hour.

General Admission

Auction following Quick Draw/Speed Sculpt

The live auction for attendees to bid on the one-of-a-kind paintings and sculpture produced in just sixty minutes by participating SEWE artists and painters during the Quick Draw/Speed Sculpt.

Special Event

The Dewberry Artist-In-Residence: Chris Maynard

The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated "featherfolio" artist, naturalist, and conservationist, Chris Maynard, as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2024.

VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Charleston Place

Before SEWE opens to the public, you’ll already have insider access to preview and snag your new art in the SEWE Fine Art Gallery. For VIP benefactors only.

VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Marketplace at The Gaillard Center

Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

General Admission

Live Art Series: Pencil It In

Watch SEWE artists sketch in pencil, scratchboard & graphite.

General Admission

Live Art Series: Opposites Attract

Watch SEWE artists paint in two opposing mediums.

Non-Ticketed

The Dewberry Artist-In-Residence: Chris Maynard

The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated "featherfolio" artist, naturalist, and conservationist, Chris Maynard, as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2024.

Non-Ticketed

September First Friday Artwalk

Mark your calendars for a special evening at Gallery by SEWE during the September First Friday Art Walk! Join us on September 6th from 5 PM to 8 PM to […]

Art Book

Fine Art First Look

Flip through the SEWE Art Book to get a glimpse of the upcoming show and receive the first chance to purchase new work by SEWE artists.

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Calling All Wildlife Artists

SEWE annually accepts artist applications July 1 through August 31.

Host an Artist

Our Host an Artist program supports our show's traveling talent by assisting with lodging costs during their stay in Charleston.

Share Your Work at SEWE

Learn more about the art requirements, jurying process and deadlines for becoming a SEWE artist.

On the Hunt?

SEWE showcases a vast collection of artwork. Please contact us directly for your specific art needs. We look forward to helping you curate your collection.

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Supporting Public Sculpture

Our public sculpture exhibit at the Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park features pieces inspired by indiginous wildlife.

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Field Notes

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News, Print

The Ultimate Guide to SEWE 2024

The ultimate guide to SEWE 2024. Browse this comprehensive book on the 2024 SEWE weekend, with extended information on all [...]

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SEWE 2024: Where To Buy Tickets

ONLINE TICKET SALES FOR 2024 ARE NOW CLOSED. SEWE 2024: Where to Buy Tickets In-Person? **Tickets are available to purchase [...]

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The Dewberry Artist-In-Residence: Chris Maynard

The Dewberry will welcome celebrated artist, naturalist, and conservationist, Chris Maynard, as its Artist-in-Residence during SEWE 2024. Throughout SEWE weekend [...]

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SEWE 2024 Show Brochure

Get the full details on all things SEWE 2024 with the show brochure. From expanded venues to new events to [...]

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Women in Conservation: Wildlife Heroes of the Sea, Land and Sky

WOMEN WILDLIFE HEROES TAKE THE GAILLARD STAGE Saturday, 2/17 at 4 PM, Gaillard Center Performance Hall Join SEWE in celebrating [...]

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New Artists & Exhibitors at SEWE 2024

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