Please join the Seabrook Island Artist Guild for a reception
to meet Brenda and view her work.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
4:30-6:00 pm
The Lake House Art Wall Hallway
Artist’s statement:
I opened the cabinet door and there they were. Resting quietly. Lovely. But lonely and forgotten. I reached into cabinet to pick up a bowl and it smiled back to me and said “make me pretty again”.
Before you is an exhibit of old china patterns with vintage floral designs. The practice started in China about 1000 years ago. Starting in the 18th century, the European culture began featuring these designs. By the 1900’s these decorative arts were applied to bowls, cups and platters which became very popular. As time went by, these styles faded. Grandmother’s china was packed up. Stored in the attic.
However, the beauty and elegance of these vintage designs remain timeless. Flowers don’t talk, but memories do. The rich colors and intricate designs remind us of the fellowship and closeness of traditional family dinners and social Tea Time. These simple objects hold our remembrances. As you look at these images, maybe you’ll hear the chatter, laughter, and affection of the past.
After posing proudly for me as I recreated their portrait onto paper, I put the china bowl back in the cabinet and thought about the hands that held it. I pass it onto you with these images.
Please join the SIAG for an Artist of the Month reception on Tuesday, April 1 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm at The Lake House in the Art Wall hallway.
-Submitted by Seabrook Island Artist Guild
(Image credit: Brenda Tilson)