Category Archives: Art

Tattoos Rock!

Alley Cat Joe creates works of art Story & Photos by Carla Edstrom I really do have a lot to reflect on and be thankful for this year. We often take for granted the gift of living a long life

Cover Competition!

Back by Popular Demand! Southport Magazine is having another cover competition!  August is our ART issue and we want to showcase a local artist on our cover! One entry per artist please!  Send you entry to editor@southportmag.com Your art can

Kid’s Day in the Park

Franklin Square Park turns Art into FUN STORY by Ami Brown The Associated Artists of Southport and the City of Southport host Kid’s Day in the Park each year. Franklin Square Park is transformed into a place for artistic expression,

Reuse, Recycle, Repeat; Turning Trash into Treasure

The Painted Mermaid opens second location Story by Carla Edstrom My mother was born in 1931 during the Great Depression. Growing up in that era brought about a certain mentality to most Americans – all about saving. She always liked

Naturally Artistic

Naturally Artistic Missy Tripp Ronquillo wins Maggie – Favorite Local Artist! Story by: Carla Edstrom “My art is my life,” says local artist Missy Tripp Ronquillo and owner of Pescado Y Amor paint studio and gallery on Oak Island. “I

Photography Wows

Jennifer Knotts Photography captures love and family happiness Story by Carla Edstrom, Photos by Jennifer Knotts Coming from a large family, whenever we all get together for a reunion or other event which doesn’t happen very often, we always get

Making Floral Magic!

                  Designs by Amber Lanier create the perfect Wedding Ambiance BY CARLA EDSTROM My mother’s yard is full of flowers, plants and a large vegetable garden. She has everything you can imagine

Pet Portraits

Caroline Quinn brings your pet to life on canvas Story By Carla Edstrom photos by Caroline Quinn I have always loved animals and have continually had a pet or two or four in my family since I can remember. Being

Amuzu Christmas

Christmas at the Amuzu This traditionally sell-out show is a MUST SEE this holiday season. Celebrate the holidays with this Southport Tradition. The Historic Amuzu Theatre showcases their Christmas Talent, full of joyful song and dance. Fun for everyone. on

Set Sails with John Keiffer

John Keiffer is turning heads with his artistic and functional custom sail shades Story AND PHOTOS by CARLA EDSTROM Being a vocalist who is also somewhat of an introvert is kind of a contradiction in terms. I wasn’t ever that

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