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SUMMARY:BF Reed Art Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join the Beaufort Historic Site in the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery on March 27 from 4–6 PM for an Art Opening celebrating featured artist BF Reed. Guests are invited to enjoy light snacks\, refreshments\, and an evening surrounded by stunning artwork. This opening reception marks the beginning of BF Reed’s exhibition as the Mattie King Davis Featured Artist\, on view from March 27 through May 27. \n\n\n\n	\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n		\n			\n			\n		\n\n		\n\n		\n	\n		Art by BF Reed\n	\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout BF Reed: \nAward-winning artist BF Reed had the good fortune to receive a scholarship the respected Moore College of Art. She later transferred and completed her formal studies at the prestigious Tyler School of Art\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree.  Both schools had rigorous and demanding programs but with different focuses. This divergence in educational view point enhanced and completed her overall background. This education launched her professional career as Medical Illustrator at Temple University’s Medical School. There\, she created exquisitely detailed images of animal and human biological and surgical illustrations and procedures. As a “visual translator”\, she converted complex scientific information into a visual form to address the needs of an array of health science professionals. \nLater\, armed with a degree in Illustration and Graphic Design\, she tapped into her well-honed artistic talent to work as a graphic artist/illustrator. With her creative flair\, she visualized and designed captivating images\, by hand and later with software\, for marketing logos\, posters\, brochures and magazines for an assortment of major entertainment events. Throughout it all\, she painted. She traveled extensively and visually recorded her destinations in many paintings and drawings. Expanding upon her original formal education\, she developed a deeper appreciation and understanding of image making and the study of light. Light captivates BF Reed and she often looks for a way to show how light defines the form. This formal education and occupation developed an affinity for detail that enjoyably still shows in her realistic art work today. Her work is sometimes referred to as hyper real though Bf Reed does not agree with this assignment of terms to her work. She notes that it is\, “just realistic.” Perhaps as a respite from this realism\, BF Reed also creates large abstracts that have no bases in reality. Just strong design. She notes that this is where her mind goes to rest. It rests in a world of just shapes and forms and colors. \nHer masterful paintings reflect the tireless years that she has devoted to creating and developing her craft. Her extensive portfolio of paintings reveals the full range of her current expertise because she admits to enjoying more creative learning and growth. BF Reed is known for skillfully captures the immense power of the raging ocean crashing ashore or the graceful dance of multi-colored butterfly Koi\, while her stunning abstracts scream for attention. \nAlong the way she worked as an educator\, she shared her vast artistic experience with a generation of students. Exposing them to the splendor of art\, art history and inspiring them to unlock their imaginations. She helped develop in them both the love and discipline of art and imagine making that many of them carried on to their adult lives. She has always been an artist. Even as a preschooler\, she could often be found with pencil in hand – doing what she loved – creating. \nBF Reed’s work has been accepted into many national and international competitive exhibitions and has won awards in those arenas. Her exquisite water color and pastel paintings and acrylic abstracts have been exhibited in numerous galleries across the US and internationally. Her paintings are held in various private\, diplomatic and corporate collections in the US and abroad. You can find her work at New Elements Gallery in Wilmington\, NC\, Centerpiece Gallery in Raleigh\, NC\, as well as Mattie King Davis Gallery in Historic Beaufort\, NC. BF Reed has earned signature membership status with the International Association of Pastel Societies\, American Women Artists\, Degas Pastel Society and the Pastel Society of North Carolina. \nhttps://www.bfreedfinearts.com/ \n 
URL:https://beauforthistoricsite.org/event/bf-reed-art-opening/
LOCATION:Mattie King Davis Art Gallery\, 150 Turner Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:MKD Art Gallery
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk with our Featured Gallery Artist BF Reed!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Artist Talk with our Featured Gallery Artist BF Reed\, April 25th from 11:00am to 12:00pm in the Beaufort Historic Site Welcome Center at 130 Turner Street\, Beaufort\, NC. Coffee and refreshments will be available as Reed will present an engaging artist talk and live demonstration focused on the pastel medium. She will begin with a brief overview of pastel – its history\, unique qualities\, and why it remains a powerful and often misunderstood fine art medium. The demonstration will follow\, offering insight into her personal process\, including surface preparation\, layering techniques\, and the development of light and form. Visitors will have the opportunity to see how a painting evolves in real time and to ask questions throughout the session.\n \nThis event is FREE\, although an RSVP is requested so we can prepare adequate seating for those who plan to attend. RSVP by calling 252.728.5225 Monday – Saturday\, 9:30am – 5:00pm.\nBF Reed is a contemporary artist working in both highly realistic pastel and expressive abstract acrylic painting. Her work explores light\, reflection\, and the balance between control and spontaneity—often juxtaposing precise observation with atmospheric\, intuitive mark-making. Drawing inspiration from coastal North Carolina and carefully constructed still life arrangements\, her paintings invite viewers to pause and look more closely at the interplay between reality and perception.\n \nAnd this recent news: We congratulate BF Reed on her 2nd Place award at the Wilmington Art Association’s 44th Annual Juried Art Show last month! The painting that received the award is ‘Tea Before the Clouds Move’ pictured far right in the accompanying image\, which is indicative of her love of blue and white porcelain and reflective objects. Curing waves\, glass\, botanicals\, and koi are also prominent subjects in her work.\nBF is currently our featured artist in the Mattie King Davis Gallery where many stunning pastel pieces are on display and available for purchase. Don’t miss the April 25th talk or her show in the Gallery through May 27\, 2026! 
URL:https://beauforthistoricsite.org/event/artist-talk-with-our-featured-gallery-artist-bf-reed/
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SUMMARY:North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival — Beaufort
DESCRIPTION:Live Painting • Gallery Sales • Artist Reception \nBeaufort Historic Site\, 130 Turner Street\, Beaufort\, NC \nBeaufort Historic Site is proud to host the North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival for two days of live outdoor painting and gallery exhibitions. On May 14 and 15\, jury-selected artists from across the country and around the world will paint on location throughout Beaufort\, transforming the town into an open-air studio. \n  \nLive Painting Throughout the Day\nArtists will be actively painting across Beaufort’s waterfront\, docks\, historic district\, and scenic coastal locations. Visitors are invited to watch works develop in real time and engage with artists as they paint. \nA list of participating artists with preview samples of their past work is available on the ncpleinair.org home page. \nTo help visitors find artists in the field\, the festival uses the En Plein Air Artist Locator\, a mobile app that shows real-time artist locations during painting hours. App details and daily schedules are available on the Festival Event Calendar at ncpleinair.org._______________________________________________________ \n\nThursday\, May 14 — Beaufort Paint‑Out Day 1\nArtists paint throughout Beaufort from morning through late afternoon. Paintings completed on Thursday will be curated for a gallery exhibition and sale on Friday at the Beaufort Historic Site. Below is a tentative schedule of FREE formal Artist Demonstrations on May 14. (Use the ncpleinair.org web link to get updates.) \n\nFriday\, May 15 — Beaufort Paint-Out Day 2 + Gallery Exhibition & Reception\nOn Friday\, Beaufort’s Festival activities culminate at the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery: Thursday’s paintings will be on view and available for purchase throughout the day\, with Friday’s newly completed works added to the pop-up open-air exhibition on the lawn. \nWine & Cheese Reception\, Art Sale and Exhibition: 4:00–6:00 PM\nThe community is invited to meet the artists\, enjoy a lively gallery atmosphere\, and purchase freshly painted works inspired by Beaufort. \n\n*Saturday\, May 16—Die Hard Enthusiasts Can Follow the Festival Finale to New Bern\nPlein Air artists will return to New Bern to complete the Festival with final judging and the announcement of $16\,000 in awards\, a celebration with live music\, and continued art sales on Saturday.
URL:https://beauforthistoricsite.org/event/north-carolina-plein-air-art-festival-beaufort/
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SUMMARY:Old Homes Tour & More - Opening Reception For Nicole White Kennedy\, Featured Artist 2026!
DESCRIPTION:The Beaufort Historic Site is proud to present an inspiring exhibition by acclaimed artist Nicole White Kennedy in the Mattie King Davis Gallery! The Opening Reception (free) will be Sunday\, May 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm\, and the exhibition will be on view through July 23 as part of the Old Homes & More Tour and Summer Party season. \nAbout the ArtistA Signature Member of the American Impressionist Society and Oil Painters of America\, and an exhibiting artist at the Salmagundi Art Club\, Nicole’s work is celebrated nationally for its expressive\, narrative-driven style. Nicole’s passion for art has been a lifelong journey\, beginning with her early work creating TV storyboards\, an experience that continues to shape the storytelling quality of her paintings today. Growing up in a family of restaurateurs\, she developed a natural instinct for observing people\, capturing their character and interactions with a distinctive narrative flair. She is equally inspired by nature in motion\, bringing a sense of energy and life to her canvases. \nHer artistic journey reflects a continual evolution\, embracing each blank canvas as a new creative challenge and an opportunity to refine her visual voice. \nRecognition & AchievementsNicole’s work is regularly accepted into prestigious national exhibitions\, including those hosted by the Oil Painters of America and the American Impressionist Society. Her honors include:• Best in Show – American Impressionist Society (2025)• AIS Southwest Art Magazine Award• Multiple awards from national and regional juried exhibitions \nPublications & FeaturesHer work has been featured in leading publications such as Modern Impressionist Magazine and American Art Collector\, underscoring her influence within the contemporary impressionist movement. \nTraining & CareerNicole studied at the Parsons School of Design and the School of Visual Arts\, later building a successful career as an advertising art director. She further honed her craft through master workshops with renowned artists including Quang Ho and Robert Liberace. In 2001\, she established a respected gallery in Raleigh\, known for showcasing fine artists and hosting nationally recognized workshops. \nNicole’s journey is a testament to her dedication\, curiosity\, and the vibrant stories she tells through paint. \nJoin us in celebrating this exceptional artist and experience her work in the beautiful setting of the Beaufort Historic Site and Mattie King Davis Art Gallery! \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://beauforthistoricsite.org/event/old-homes-tour-more-opening-reception-for-nicole-white-kennedy-featured-artist-2026/
LOCATION:Mattie King Davis Art Gallery\, 150 Turner Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
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SUMMARY:Square Perspectives - Art Opening!
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the opening of Square Perspectives at the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery on Friday\, July 24th\, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm. This exhibition showcases beautiful artwork created by the dedicated volunteers who help keep the gallery thriving. \nThe title Square Perspectives reflects the theme of the show\, featuring a selection of square-format oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings by a range of talented artists. \nThoughtfully displayed in the gallery’s main room\, each piece offers a unique artistic vision. \nJoin us for this free event and experience a beautiful collection of artwork!
URL:https://beauforthistoricsite.org/event/square-perspectives-art-opening-2/
LOCATION:Mattie King Davis Art Gallery\, 150 Turner Street\, Beaufort\, NC\, 28516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Antiques,MKD Art Gallery
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