By Mercy Kinsey

Summer Solstice is in one month; meaning the hottest, brightest season is well on her way. Monarch butterflies dot the zinnias that start to sprout up all over Charlotte when summer shines down on us and it finally starts to feel like a vacation is coming.

If you enjoy seeing the vibrant colors of spring and summer as much as we do, you are in luck. You have the chance to tint your life with those gorgeous hues all year long. By investing in the artwork available at allison sprock fine art, summer can be found anytime of year; you just have to know where to look.

The following artists, all based in North Carolina, have exactly what you are looking for. Our esteemed Cher Cosper whose work can be found in the collections of Coca-Cola, Duke Energy, Turner Broadcasting, and Bank of America, along with many other private collections, has plenty of paintings that depict Charleston soaked in sun.

Many include Charleston under the Carolina heat, palm trees, interesting architecture and people enjoying the weather. Investing in these artworks will be sure to remind you to pack your sunscreen:

For lovers of abstract art, Michelle Marra who won the People’s Choice Award at the juried exhibit show held at Coral Springs Museum of Art, in Coral Springs, FL and was chosen to participate in the inaugural publication of Art Folio, a curated list of the world's most exciting artists, in 2020, 2021 & 2022! Michelle has been juried into numerous regional art shows and has collectors worldwide; London, Morocco and the UAE to name a few. Michelle has a few paintings that are sure to be the talking point your next summer feast filled with all of your friends and family. She uses bold brush strokes to express color and light, it is just dazzling in the summer sunshine:

Last though certainly not least, Dede Caughman who studied under the Chatovs, as well as at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, the Penland School of Arts and Crafts, and at the Corcoran Museum has a collection of paintings depicting several envy worthy vacation spots. These creations encapsulate what summer is about: relaxation and exploration. From boats sailing across the ocean to the eiffel tower, allison sprock fine art has it all.

“Sailing the Mediterranean” 12” x 9” $700

Thank you all for checking out this riveting summer themed art. If you are curious, swing by our Charlotte location located at 705 S. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC 28211 (Below Leroy Fox and Art Aspects). Send this to a lover of long walks on the beach or a friend who is your go-to for summer fun because remember…

“Friends don’t let friends buy bad art!”

-EAS

Written by Mercy Kinsey

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