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These are private studios that
can be approached by appointment only.
Southern Shores and Kitty Hawk
Russell Yerkes
(252) 261-6947
One of the Outer Banks's most popular
artists is Russell Yerkes, probably best
known for his vibrant "fish" paintings,
though his subject matter encompasses
much more than fins. This nationally recognized watercolorist creates imaginative
images of aquatic scenes and accepts
commissions.
The Greenleaf Gallery in Duck (see the
separate listing under Galleries) carries a
nice selection of Yerkes's work. Yerkes
also serves as president of the Watercolor
Society of North Carolina.
A visit to Yerkes's studio to view his
work is a real treat. Those wishing to contact the artist may do so at the above
telephone number.
Pat Troiani
(252) 261-4659
Pat Troiani is one of the Outer Banks's top
watercolorists. She teaches her craft at her
Kitty Hawk studio and primarily works in a
realistic style. She's produced some gorgeous renditions of the Whalehead Club in
the winter, beautiful florals, and various
coastal scenes. Her work is sold at Indian
Town art gallery in Frisco (see separate
listings under Galleries). Troiani's work
appeared on the 2004 cover of The Beach
Book, a local phonebook. She offers
classes twice weekly. Class size is limited
to seven students. Troiani emphasizes color, composition, and drawing instruction. Call for an appointment.
W. E. (Ellie) Grumiaux, Jr.
120 South Dogwood Trail
Southern Shores (252) 255-0402
One of the most recognized artists on the
Outer Banks, Grumiaux, who works in
watercolor, specializes in portraying the
buildings, boats, and landscapes that typify this resort area, as well as the lesser-
known places in the surrounding towns.
Grumiaux is also the one to call for a portrait of your cottage or boat. His work is
found in local churches, homes, and galleries such as Greenleaf Gallery in Duck,
Seaside Gallery in Nags Head, and the
John Silver Gallery in Manteo (see separate entries under Galleries).
Kill Devil Hills
Marsh Ridge Studio
115 Ridge Road, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-6581
Award-winning watercolorist Chris Haltigan
offers lessons and original art for sale in her
private studio. She describes her work as
impressionism and contemporary realism
featuring scenes from the Outer Banks and
general locale. Her work is characterized by
iridescent sound waters and atmospheric
early-morning boat scenes. The passage of
light gets special attention in her pieces. Call for an appointment to see Haltigan's work. The studio is open year-round.
E. M. (Liz) Corsa
(252) 480-0303
Think Beatrix Potter. Throw in some
sophistication and humor, and you have
an idea of the depth and delight of E. M.
Corsa's work. Referred to as a "watercolor
wordsmith," her original watercolors and
prints feature both wild and domestic animals with an attitude, presented in an
anthropomorphic style. Corsa's inspiration
comes from nature and family and is coupled with her unique sense of humor.
She's a published writer of humorous
magazine essays who combines images
and titles in a thought-provoking and
fresh manner. Her work can be viewed at
Greenleaf Gallery in Duck and Browning
Artworks in Frisco. To view her work or
find out where her next showing is, call
the artist.
Carol Trotman
(252) 441-3590
Painter Carol Trotman specializes in floral
watercolors. Her complicated garden
scenes as well as poetic profiles of single
blossoms are exceptional. You can purchase reproductions on cards or original
full-size work by calling the artist for an
appointment or by visiting Greenleaf
Gallery in Duck or Sandy Bay Gallery in
Hatteras Village.
Susan Vaughan
(252) 480-3301
www.wellsvaughan.byregion.net
Vaughan paints in a folk-art style, producing town portraits in acrylics that are very
popular on the Outer Banks. Available
prints include her representations of Manteo, Kill Devil Hills, Duck, Elizabeth City,
and Corolla. Vaughan also paints local
scenes, and she welcomes commissions.
Call for commission information.
Nags Head
Marsha Cline
(252) 441-5167
Marsha Cline, a longtime resident of the
Outer Banks, is well known for her dedication and versatility. Her medium constantly changes and expands, yet her style
remains distinctive. People have come to
recognize the vivid color and warm spirit
in Cline's work. A passion for painting and
love of life is evident in her local Outer
Banks scenes, travel-inspired works, and
latest passion to be captured on the canvas. Her work is on display in many popular local restaurants, such as the Rundown
Cafe, Southern Bean, Quagmires, and Tortuga's Lie. Her work is also on display at
the John Silver Gallery, at the KDH Cooperative Gallery, in area businesses, and in
homes from coast to coast. She also
paints by commission and welcomes contact by appointment at her home studio in
Nags Head.
Ray Matthews Photographer
(252) 441-7941
www.raymatthews.com
Ray Matthews has been living on the
Outer Banks for more than 25 years, during which time he has developed a love
for nature that is presented masterfully in
his prints. Matthews is a consummate
custom-slide printer as well as a commercial photographer. His work is shown at
Browning Artworks in Frisco and Outer
Banks Style in Corolla. Call for an appointment. He is available year-round. Look for
his Outer Banks calendar in finer retail
stores. Roanoke Island
The Hat Lady
(252) 473-1850
At her working studio, Genna Miles creates fine-art wearable hats in one-of-a-kind designs. Miles employs spinning and
crochet techniques with natural, hand-
dyed fibers and trinkets to set off these
artistic creations that will warm heads and
hearts. Her baby bonnets crafted in 100
percent cotton are precious. The Hat Lady
specializes in spinning animal hair into
yarn. Bring in your dog or cat's shedded
hair, and she'll make it into a hat for you.
Miles accepts commissions. You can see
her work in many of the annual Outer
Banks art exhibitions where she has been
known to break away from headwear and
create fiber and mixed-media sculptures
that reflect her love for nostalgic items
and thrift-store treasures.
Nick Sapone
292 The Lane, Wanchese
(252) 473-3136
Local decoy carver Nick Sapone produces
hand-carved, hunting-style decoys. He
makes both wooden decoys and the traditional Outer Banks-canvas style. He welcomes visitors to his home studio by
appointment.
Hatteras Island
Michael Halminski Studio
Midgett Way, Waves
(252) 987-2401
Outer Banks seascapes and landscapes
dominate the photography collection displayed at this studio. The bird photos are
inspiring, especially Halminski's egret pictures. His fine collection of cards is stunning. Call for an appointment.
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