Southern Arts Society, Inc.

05/23/2026

Check out SASi Artist Todd Baxter being interviewed on taking part in the America 250 celebration. You can see some of Todd's work in our gift shop at Southern Arts Society. Todd also leads our Colored Pencil Group which meets the last Thursday monthly.

CRAG artist TODD BAXTER is in the news: Check out the link below for a short clip and interview with Todd on being part of the America 250 celebration, and read the article about him, too.

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/sc/south-carolina/news/2026/03/19/south-carolina-artist-america250

04/25/2026

Walking in their Shoes II: Go Figure
�The Paintings of Lucy Warlick

Reception Saturday, April 25, 2026 • 6-8 pm
Free and Open to the Public

Join us Saturday evening to experience the art of Lucy Warlick. Lucy will be in attendance to meet and discuss her work. Live music during the reception by Hoyt Taylor on flute.

Lucy Warlick’s current paintings continue to show her main goal: to entice the viewer to exercise their “empathy muscles” by putting themselves “into the shoes” of the subjects of her paintings, reflecting on their own lives while imagining what’s happening in the paintings.

Most of the paintings reference the Library of Congress’ collections, with the exception of her newest series “Caught” which features fishermen, women and children she photographed at the Springmaid Pier in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Walking in Their Shoes, Part 2: Go Figure - The Paintings of Lucy Warlick will be on view through June 12, 2026 in the galleries at Southern Arts Society. You can see more images on Southern Arts Society’s website and page. Artwork in the exhibit is available for sale.

Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues in the historic Southern Railway Depot. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing art exhibits and competitions, programs and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels.

Gallery Hours: Wed through Sat, 10 am to 3 pm, and by Appointment. Admission is Free.
For more information please visit SouthernArtsSociety.org, or call 704.739.5585. Email [email protected]

04/07/2026

Dear SASi Members and Friends –

NO SASi Program Tonight.

Due to the Easter Holiday, Our First Tuesday SASi Program scheduled for April 7 has been moved to Saturday April 18th at 1 pm.

Saturday April 18th – Special SASi Program – Water Mixable Oils

SASi Member William Martin will demonstrate his techniques working wet on wet using water mixable oils.

While William is known for his skills painting in watercolor “en plein air”, he has recently enjoyed experimenting in oils.

He will tell us more about himself, his methods and materials, and then show us how he puts oil paint on canvas – using only his imagination!

Please join us on the 18th to meet William and learn more about water mixable oil painting.

Refreshments will be served beginning at 12:30 and the program will begin at 1 pm.

This is a FREE event.

02/22/2026

Southern Arts Society Kings Mountain, NC
BIG and SMALL art competition and exhibit
February 11 – April 3, 2026
Public Reception Saturday February 21, 5-7 pm.
Awards were presented at 6 pm

Regional Artists were invited to show recent works in a variety of sizes from Large too Small. No restriction on size – as long we can fit it in! Also acceptable are artworks of big and small subjects juxtaposed together. Subjects can be Larger or Smaller than life. Big and Tall, Short and Small, we want to see it all!

This turned into a very exciting show with 32 artists participating, bringing a variety of subject matter to view. Participating artists are Linda Alexander, Susan Arrowood, Todd Baxter, Janice Booth, Carl Childs, Janet Dyer, Pat Edwards, Longie Escobal, Tyler Fuentes, Darlene Godfrey, Noah Hartley, Dennis Huntley, Karen Faulkner Jones, Kim Joyce, J.R. Laine, Emma Kay Lewis, Barry Lockman, William Martin, Bertie McClain, Kathleen McDermott, Martha Moore, Alex Pietersen, Patricia Pietersen, Jill Shuford, Nancy Story, Taylor Stump, Gene Tennison, E. Karen Werran, Matthew Werran, Ronald Werran, Erin Whitener, and Jean Wilder Smith.

There were 87 total entries in the show featuring paintings in all media – watercolor, acrylic, oil and pastel, along with colored pencil, photography, and 3-d work in wood, paper, leather and clay.

Judging the competition is April Flanders, professor of Studio Art and Printmaking at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. Flanders was charged with selecting first, second, third prizes along with 3 merit awards.

AWARDS

1st Place
Dennis Huntley no.16 “What do you See” oil on canvas

2nd Place
Tyler Fuentes no.36 “High Tides” mixed media

3rd Place
Erin Whitener no.70 “Beekeeper” pencil

Merit Awards - 4

Nancy Story
no.25 “Zippy Bird” colored pencil

Pat Edwards
no.39 “Evening Silence” pastel

Gene Tennison
no.32 “Carolina Nocturne” oil on canvas

Taylor Stump
no.47 “It’s the Little things” mixed media

The show runs through April 3, 2026
Gallery Hours:
Wed-Sat 10 am to 3 pm

01/31/2026

SASi will be closed Sat Jan 31 and Sun Feb 1.

Deliver art for "BIG and Small" thru next February 7,
during gallery hours Wed-Sat 10 am to 3 pm.

The Reception is Sat Feb 21, from 5-7 pm.

Details and Entry form

01/24/2026

SASi Severe Weather Schedule

Closures

SASi is Closed Saturday January 24th as we prepare for incoming winter weather

Next Week

SASi will operate on Limited Hours next week - January 25 thru Jan 31, 2026

All schedules are dependent on travel advisories, possible power outages and expected freezing temperatures.

Pick Up and Take In of Art Jan 30-Feb 1 will likely be delayed and at least extended.

Please Check our Website and our page for updates.

Questions? - Email Southern Arts Society or call SASi at 704-739-5585.

Responses and Updates will depend on available power.

12/13/2025

Shop Local and support your neighbor artisans! SASi has fine arts and crafts for unique holiday treasures.

12/13/2025

SASi is on the Holiday Hop tomorrow - Saturday Dec 13.
Please join us - shop local and register for door prizes from participating businesses! SASi will be open at 10 am until 3 pm.

🎄 Folks, it’s that time! Join us for the Downtown Kings Mountain Holiday Hop on Saturday, Dec. 13th, and enjoy all the wonderful things our local businesses have to offer!

🎨 Southern Arts Society, Inc. (10–3)
Stop by to browse beautiful artwork and handmade crafts—perfect for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts.

🧸 Flossy's Inc (9–4)
Shop an amazing array of vintage and secondhand finds, plus their collection of unique nutcrackers for sale.
Inside, you can visit the Nutty for Nutcrackers museum, home to the country’s most extensive nutcracker collection—right in the heart of downtown! Visitors can enjoy the nutcracker museum for a small admission fee.
Kids can also write and mail their letters to Santa. Parent Tip: Add your return address to your child’s letter and Flossy’s will mail their letter back to you!

🐼 Rebel Panda Studio (10–5)
Create your own free make-and-take ornament (while supplies last!) and shop handmade gifts for the special people in your life. Don’t miss the Rebel Panda Christmas Shop for secondhand holiday décor.

🕰️ Second Appreciation (10-5)
Explore tons of thrift, vintage, and antique treasures—perfect for adding that special touch to your home or holiday gifting.

🛍️ The Marketplace (11–9)
Also home to the Kings Mountain Christmas Market! Shop over 40 vendors offering handmade, secondhand, and boutique items—something for everyone!
Kids can join in the fun with Kids Karaoke throughout the day.

🍽️ Doane’s Carolina Cafe (11–7)
A great stop for lunch or dinner—delicious Southern comfort food and free candy bags for the kids!

🍦 The Sweet Station (12–9)
The perfect pick-me-up while shopping! Enjoy ice cream, baked goods, sweet treats, and yummy drinks.

🎅 Special Note:
Santa will be at the Kings Mountain Historical Museum from 11–1, right across from Flossy’s! This free event lets kids meet Santa, take a photo, and explore the museum’s charming Toyland Exhibit. Afterward, head to Flossy’s where kids can write and mail their Christmas lists!

🚐 Free Shuttle!
Allison Golf Cars will provide a free shuttle starting at 1 PM, offering stress-free shopping and easy stops at every location on the hop trail.
Board and return at The Marketplace, the official pickup and drop-off spot.

🎁 Saturday-Only Prize Drawing!
Make a purchase at any participating business on Saturday and enter our festive prize drawing! Prizes include a $35 craft class voucher from Rebel Panda Studio, a gift card from The Marketplace, a gift card from The Sweet Station, a gift basket from Southern Arts Society, and even more holiday surprises!

💛 🖤 We’d love for you to come out and celebrate our downtown small businesses—shop local, enjoy the spirit of community, and most importantly, make magical memories with your friends and family. 🎄

Thank you from your friendly neighborhood artist! 🎨💕

12/06/2025

Free Shuttle next Saturday for our Holiday Hop to these participating businesses! Thanks to Allison Golf Carts for providing the shuttle service! We have lots of wonderful items at SASi for you shopping list - jewelry, pottery, scarves, sculpture, paintings, prints, 2026 silk screened Calendars and more! Hours Wed-Sat 10 am to 3 pm.

12/06/2025

New jewelry from Allegra on its way to SASi. Shop soon to get first choice! Only a few weeks left till Christmas!