An Invitation

Mar 10, 2022

Spring time has arrived at Stormwater Studios. It is a great little respite in the middle of a hot, southern city. Activity is picking up and we are getting ready for a group show in April. This is an invitation to come and see the show. If you live far away, you can see some of the images on our website after the opening reception.

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All of the artists (10) have been in and out of their studios getting ready. It is such a lovely place to work. Here are a few images to give you an idea of my working space.

Wish you could see this beautiful entry from the road, but we are secluded on a wooded lot right in the middle of downtown Columbia, SC
My view from my studio.
March breezes blow in the Spring

Please put our show on your calendar. Stormwater Studios doesn’t disappoint. : )

Thank you for your interest in my work. It inspires me to make more. What questions do you have? I love to hear from you.

Michel

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  1. Tina on March 15, 2022 at 5:08 pm

    We will definitely try to make it up to see the show 💛



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