Anne Caufmann’s new Photography by Anne ‘Gallery' marks a shift from creating images for others to creating from within. The Gallery invites Caufmann to reconnect with the reasons she picked up a camera in the first place: to explore light, form and emotion through the lens. This isn’t a retreat from the commercial world, but rather a reclamation of creative space where … [Read more...]

Mount Pleasant has its very own mastermind of scare. He’s the brainchild behind the thrills and shrills at Boone Hall Fright Nights. He’s the king of horrors, the genius of gore … his name is Ryan Neal and his gruesome creations live rent free in your wildest nightmares. A Charleston native, Neal has been bringing adolescent fears to life since he joined the staff at Boone … [Read more...]

The earliest and finest example of Palladian architecture in the United States, Drayton Hall has housed seven generations within its walls throughout the centuries. Situated along the banks of the Ashley River, the tract of land was purchased in 1738 by John Drayton, the son of a leading colonial family who created generational wealth by facilitating slavery. Documents from the … [Read more...]

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, one of Charleston’s most treasured historic sites, is bringing a bold new experience to the Lowcountry this summer with Nature POP!, an awe-inspiring exhibition by acclaimed artist Sean Kenney. Opening May 23 through Aug. 15, this highly anticipated exhibit will feature more than 40 larger-than-life sculptures made entirely of LEGO bricks, … [Read more...]

In 2012, the mother of a child named Henry who was believed to be terminally ill, paid a visit to The Art Place Studio. Owner and ceramic artist Vanessa Steele created the concept of tracing his hand prints into stoneware clay. She sculpted them into a bowl, kiln fired the piece, glazed and stamped it with his name and the year as a meaningful bereavement treasure that would … [Read more...]

Nestled in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Perspective Art Gallery has become a cherished hub for local artists and aspiring creatives. Since its inception in May 2017, the gallery has operated as a nonprofit driven by a heartfelt mission: to give back to the community and support the artistic growth of middle school students. Betsy Jones McDonald, a member of the gallery’s … [Read more...]

Families are truly the heartbeat of Mount Pleasant and we celebrate that every chance we get — both at home and in the businesses we support. Recently, my family discovered a gem that we believe every family should experience: Charleston Adventure Forest. Owned by the Hankinson Family and run with the help of their four adult children, this place offers an adventure that’s a … [Read more...]

Playing as a musician in front of crowds, writing music reviews and learning how to work technical equipment in the studio, taught Jim Voigt how to talk to people and think on his feet. Voigt is a local celebrity more commonly known as “The Critic.” When Voigt moved to Charleston from New York in 1992, a friend who owned the radio station 96 Wave discovered Voigt’s talent as … [Read more...]

When it comes to taking a yacht out on a day trip East of the Cooper, local captains Chris Parker and Dave Gugliotti agreed that the best place to drop anchor is some 20 minutes past the Isle of Palms between Dewees, Capers and Bulls Islands. Charleston Classic Yachts According to Parker, that’s because the approach to Capers’ Boneyard Beach, surrounded by pristine sapphire … [Read more...]