Arts

The Hamptons is home to some incredible art galleries that carefully curate thought-provoking exhibitions featuring local and international artists.   Here are some art exhibitions you can't miss this month!

Renowned painter April Gornik and acclaimed mixed-media artist Diane Tuft will join one another for an artist talk about climate change, the environment, and how this topic connects to their art. The talk will take place at Guild Hall in East Hampton on Monday, August 26th at 5:00 p.m. 

On Thursday, August 8, the East Hampton Historical Society presented acclaimed interior designer, Alex Papachristidis, to speak at their eighth annual Design Luncheon, held at the majestic Maidstone Club in East Hampton. 

ABNY Gallery is pleased to announce *Eye of the Storm*, a solo exhibition of recent works on paper by the acclaimed artist Elizabeth Karsch, curated by art advisor and independent curator Casey Dalene. This highly anticipated exhibition will run from August 23 to August 31, 2024, offering the first comprehensive display of Karsch's groundbreaking large-scale series from 2023.

Calling all Art Lovers out there! You can't miss the 14th Annual Artsti Open Studio Tour throughout Shelter Island, taking place on Saturday, August 17th, and Sunday, August 18th, from 12pm to 5pm. Shelter Island is a creative hub, home to talented artisans and creatives.   Proving again that there are exciting and refreshing alternatives to the traditional...

Acclaimed contemporary American painter Sonya Sklaroff’s solo exhibition, “Escape to the Garden,” premieres this week at the iconic Montauk Beach House (55 S Elmwood Avenue, Montauk, NY). The immersive art experience will feature Sklaroff’s works in oil on canvas and paper, formed by the luxurious natural beauty at the Montauk Beach House. After a private reception and premier,...

Sag Harbor Cinema will honor award-winning actress Naomi Watts with the first Voyager Award at their Annual Benefit on Saturday, August 17th at 6pm at the Bridgehampton Tennis and Surf Club. Ms. Watts starred in critically acclaimed films, such as David Lynch’s MULHOLLAND DRIVE and Alejandro González Iñárritu’s 21 GRAMS, as well as celebrated television programs – most...

Guild Hall unveiled the newly renovated theater at a red-carpet event on Friday, July 12th with a memorable performance from GRAMMY®, EMMY®, and 2X Tony® Award winner Billy Porter. The theme of the evening was “Love Always Wins” as Porter, who donned a custom suit adorned with butterflies and rhinestones by designer Alex Vinash, presented an electric performance full of personal stories, moving...

Alena knows how to make people smile. Not just because she is funny and charming (that helps). It's not just that she is taking your photo at an exclusive event in the Hamptons (that definitely helps). The real smile starts when you see the photograph Alena just took of you. If that's not enough, the success of her...

LongHouse Reserve held its summer benefit on Saturday, July 20th. The benefit was a beautiful garden party showcasing the reserve's beauty. Guests were greeted by performers dressed as flourishing plants and butterflies with live music by Certain Moves. Aphrodise sparkling rosé was handed out from white-gloved hands through a lush garden wall. Dinner was the most radical reimagining...