Art is central to the Palmetto Bluff experience. Countless musicians, painters, crafters, and artisans have graced our community over the years, and, with The Arts Initiative, we aim to keep the momentum going.

This year, we’re further expanding the roster of talent, taking inspiration from a cross-section of elements designed to tell the many stories unfolding at the Bluff. These are the tales worth telling, the voices worth hearing, and the places worth exploring.

About Artist in Residence

The Artist in Residence program, presented by The Arts Initiative, celebrates the arts, fosters creativity, and offers hands-on education for members and guests of Palmetto Bluff. From March to December, a wide variety of interesting and immersive workshops, performances, demonstrations, and much more will unfold across Palmetto Bluff’s unspoiled natural canvas, creating a dialogue between art, the community, and the beauty of the Bluff itself. The Artist in Residence programs are available to Palmetto Bluff residents, the greater Lowcountry community, and anyone who wishes to contribute to the abundant creative energy that encompasses our community.

Explore our impressive line-up of visiting artists and join us for an event or upcoming workshop.

Sponsored By:

Kelly Caron Designs

June Artist of the Month June 21-24

Stella Ranae Von Schmid

Savannah, GA

Stella Ranae Von Schmid is part of “The Slow Art Movement,” with her core art of botanical dyeing and printing derived from centuries-old folk traditions and recipes for coloring fiber and textiles with natural botanical dyes, combined with “printing” real leaves and flowers in their natural state. The basic principles are time, pressure, and heat. Stella is proudly self-taught, honing her craft for over a decade through intense research, hands-on applications, and tons of mistakes! She strives to take her work to a modern, eco-conscious place that is organic and sustainable, creating lasting heirloom quality work and continuing an advanced education with several global masters. Stella teaches classes and is a certified Sound Healing Practitioner when not creating her art. She hopes to integrate sound healing methods into the classes she teaches as a form of art therapy, creating mindfulness and relaxation.

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2023 Artists