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Apr 2, 2022

It has been a while since I prepared my studio for a show! I am framing, hanging, making title cards, rearranging, sweeping… Excited to have Stormwater Studios back in action. We are preparing for the 30th Annual Vista Lights, on April 22 and “Art Day” in the Vista on April 23. Many ways to enjoy the visual arts with these events. Show time! It’s gonna be fun y’all.

I am setting up a little happy hour for my VIPs on April 21, 6-8pm. If you would like to preview my art in person, drop me an email and let me know you are coming.

Studio Shots

All Framed up- Michel McNinch - Studio

Love to see my studio getting organized and presentable. Most of the time it is a work space, and some things don’t get done until company is coming. Here are a couple photos of how it is coming along.

Show Time! Michel McNinch - Original Art - Columbia SC

Show Time! Michel McNinch - Original Art - Columbia SC

Show Time! Michel McNinch - Original Art - Columbia SC

Play with my Painting!

I made another jigsaw puzzle for you. Hope you enjoy it.

Show Time! Michel McNinch - Original Art - Columbia SC
Silver Thatch Palms, oil, Michel McNinch

Happy to share this celebration with you!

Show Time! Michel McNinch - Original Art - Columbia SC
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4 Comments

  1. Roxanne Poole on April 3, 2022 at 10:33 am

    Loved the puzzle! Beautiful palms!



    • Michel McNinch on April 3, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      Hey! Thank you. I get a kick out of doing them. It’s just a fun little thing. : )



  2. Jeannie Irvin on April 4, 2022 at 4:43 pm

    Can’t wait to do the puzzle!!!!!🖼💕🎨🏝



    • Michel McNinch on April 4, 2022 at 4:52 pm

      Thank you, Jeannie. Let me know how it goes.



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