Summerville Avenue

1211 Summerville Avenue

Jennifer Sassani
Mixed Media

For the last 15 years I have been regularly spending my days & nights arting away…using media such as magic markets, ballpoint pens, acrylics, watercolors & water mixable oils…& since I absolutely adore animals, my subject matter is all about the living creatures of the world…I have exhibited in several venues all around South Carolina such as Charleston’s piccolo Spoleto festival, the columbia museum of art, state fair, etc., etc.

1307 Summerville Avenue

Josef Berliner (aka Jobey)
Painting

I'm Josef Berliner, professionally known as Jobey. I have been painting most (if not all) of my adult life, eventually turning it from an avocation to a profession well over ten years ago. Working predominately in oils, I approach my work in a realistic manner with a keen eye for detail, my subject matter ranging from portraiture to land & seascapes, flora & fauna.

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Amy Spencer Art
Mixed Media

With a background in interior design and a lifelong curiosity for creativity, I finally found my true passion through painting—thanks to a loving nudge from my daughter. After years of saying “one day,” she transformed her old bedroom into an art studio for me one Mother’s Day, complete with all the supplies I’d need. Suddenly, the only thing standing in my way was myself.

Picking up a paintbrush for the first time was both exciting and humbling. I quickly learned that creating something visually compelling was more challenging than I had imagined. But I stuck with it. I took online classes, experimented with techniques, and made painting a daily practice. Before long, what started as a personal experiment turned into an irresistible passion.

Today, painting is part of my everyday life. Each piece I create is a journey of exploration—of color, composition, and self-discovery. The fact that others find joy in my work continues to surprise and inspire me. I’m so grateful to share this evolving creative adventure and honored every time a piece of my art connects with someone. And, I am proud to announce I was accepted to show my art at Stormwater Studios this January.

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Bee Bottom Art
Painting

Stacey Black has been creating tiny whimsical paintings in Columbia, SC since 2016. She loves seeing the smiles on customer’s faces as they enjoy her humorous or cozy miniature watercolor and pen & ink illustrations. She offers original paintings, framed prints, stickers, magnets, and buttons featuring her art. You can find Stacey selling her work at Soda City Market and other events around South Carolina and North Carolina throughout the year.

1300 Block of Summerville

Jessica Tursky
Painting

I am a self-taught watercolor artist and have been working in this medium for 7 years and I use small brush strokes to create realistic works of art . I use cold press watercolor paper because it enhances the look of watercolor and creates visual texture. Two techniques I use are wet on dry to create depth and detail , and wet on wet to apply layers and softness to the painting. My paintings are inspired by nature, including flowers, landscapes, birds.

1403 Summerville Avenue

Melissa Grace Ligon
Mixed Media

I have been an artist all my life, but just recently began calling myself one! I love color and working in lots of different mediums: from handwriting on chalkboards to painting furniture to watercolors and mosaic and jewelry making. I've been a graphic designer here in Columbia since 1985 and have had my own business since 1999 where I specialize in bringing client's creative ideas to life. I love gardening, my friends, travel, my cats and my 1903 Olympia mill house.

1400 Block of Summerville

NoirVeda Naturals
Other

NoirVeda Naturals is a value driven, organic, cruelty- free, plant-based company, no harmful ingredients for your skin or hair care needs. Eczema and other skin care issues took me on this holistic journey for better health and healing. Our focus is sharing and educating the importance of using chemical free, plant based products.

1211 Summerville Avenue

Jeffrey Miller
Painting

Graduated Murray State University College of Art. I have been involved in and producing art since childhood to include illustration and advertising. Recipient of the Doe Anderson Award for Advertising as well as various awards for painting and drawing.

1307 Summerville Avenue

WRKINGART
Painting

My art is about memories of the important spaces, times and people over my lifetime (thus far). I prefer to not use photos to remember or reference these images at this stage in my life, so I piece together the wonderfully faceted memories into times and places that can only exist in my mind.

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Sharon Funderburk
Mixed Media

My journey to becoming an artist started when I was young. From my teacher to my artist grandmother. I like color and use any medium to sculpt my art.

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Caroline Sandlin Jewelry
Jewelry

I create classic, casual jewelry from sterling silver; often adding natural stones. My work is completely handcrafted using traditional bench metal smithing tools and techniques. With form, function and durability always foremost, my goal is to design and make high quality, every-day pieces that are flattering, easy to wear, and yet affordable.

1402 Summerville Avenue

A Little Selah
Jewelry

In 2022 I was working as a school counselor and dealing with the grief of my mother's death. I knew I needed a creative outlet and began making jewelry from faux-leather on my Cricut on a whim. A good friend asked for a few of my designs and sold them at her work at a hair salon, and within months I was handing in my resignation and launching A Little Selah.

For the past 3 years, my "side business" has evolved in to a polymer clay business and my full time career - expanding from just earrings to necklaces, bracelets, and rings. It is now my way to honor my mom's legacy and a way to share with others that beauty can come from grief.

Each piece is handmade - from design to assembly - by me in small batches, with careful attention to detail. My ultimate goal is to create pieces that fit a need I saw lacking in the polymer clay space: designs that feel more like timeless fashion instead of a current trend.

1403 Summerville Avenue

Melissa Harper, Busy Bee Art
Mixed Media

I’ve been creating art since childhood—painting, drawing, photography and more. Though I work professionally as a graphic designer, my true passion lies in photography and art journaling. My dad gave me my first camera at five, and I’ve been documenting life ever since, capturing everyday moments and milestones as a kind of visual diary. I’ve been drawing and painting for as long as I can remember, using art as both expression and reflection.

In 2024, I joined The 100 Day Project, using art journaling to unwind and explore creativity beyond design work. I began with daily doodles, then evolved into themed pages such as pairing songs with each day number and creating caricatures inspired by Rolling Stone’s Top 100 Singers.

I’m now preparing to offer original works and prints from these journals, along with photographic prints. Thank you for your consideration—I love this art crawl and value the chance to support our local creative community.

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Pottery by Jill
Ceramics

I am a hobby potter based in Columbia, SC who has been creating fun and functional ceramic pieces for the past 4 years. I work out of the Columbia Art Center and enjoy expressing creativity through making everyday items into a joyful handmade art piece.

1300 Summerville Avenue

Bethie Boards Art
Painting

My work is fun, happy, original, and bright. I have been painting many years. Many of my works are painted on wood.

1310 Summerville Avenue

Ginny Merett
Mixed Media

Ginny Merett is a collage artist inspired by stylish woman from her grandmother’s era. She reconstructs magazine pages and found papers into unique characters and scenes. Ms. Merett started exhibiting her work at the age of 60 after a devoted career teaching art in public schools. Since then, her award winning collage pieces have been published in several publications and exhibited in many solo and group exhibits throughout South Carolina. Look for her at ginnymerett.com and on all social platforms.

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The Go Green Goddess
Jewelry

My name is Kaitlyn Fugel and I am a HS science teacher by day, artist by night! The Go Green Goddess was created to help share my love and appreciation for the earth and all of its gifts. Hand wrapped crystals using copper wire, you will find a one of a kind piece to help you embrace the powers of Mother Earth.

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Abstract Alexandra
Fiber/Textiles

I create multilayered visual contemporary paintings and mixed-media pieces. Each work of art has a personal story, with aspects of our natural world. All created through a cohesion of color using oil or acrylic paints. 

Throughout my life my love of travel and have spent many years hiking through the blue ridge & smoky mountains. Traveling has become a part of my artistic process. Often I create works in series. My series of trees is always ongoing. Each varies in form and themes from small works to large-scale geometric lines, figurative paintings depict the transformation of the female archetype and my landscapes. My pathways are another long running series based on many hikes and wonderful memories of camping trips.

My latest artworks of mixed-media/textile art is a discussion about clothing waste. From gowns to used jeans, the formation of each piece begins after a long process of deconstructing materials, then hand and machine stitching to shape contemporary abstract forms. Attached to reclaimed wood. Each piece is designed with vibrant textured materials.

Along with many local and regional exhibits, my work as coordinator and event planner for SouthCarolinaArtists.com has been beneficial as a mentor to new and emerging artists.

As a working artist I create masterworks in my studio in Lexington, SC.

1402 Summerville Avenue

Hagan Trading Post
Woodworking

I have been woodworking full time for 5 years but I have been around woodworking my entire life. I am based out of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and have been fortunate to have been named to the Best of the Beach list the last 2 years. I use a mix of domestic and exotic hardwoods as well as materials that would have otherwise been thrown out.

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Good Vibes Ceramics
Ceramics

Hi! I’m Cheyenne. I’ve been a potter since 2023 and my love for ceramics has only grown since. I make a variety of pottery, and use my eclectic style and love for nature when it comes to designing each piece.

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Little Bird Pottery
Ceramics

I create handmade functional pottery—both wheel-thrown and handbuilt—that’s bursting with attitude, sass, and a sense of humor. My work is colorful, bold, and made for the “done adulting” crowd, the DEI-loving crowd, and anyone who just needs a break. I believe that everyday objects should spark joy, laughter, and connection, and my favorite pieces are the ones that make people laugh out loud. As a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion, I infuse that spirit into every piece I make. There’s something here for everyone—mugs that talk back, bowls that brighten the room, and functional pieces that celebrate individuality and play. Functional pottery should never be boring—and mine never is. I was honored to be invited to participate in the Cabarrus County Arts Council’s annual Clay! Exhibition in Concord, NC and have participated in various shows across Columbia and Charlotte.