Sea turtle art exhibit returns to Art League Academy

A community art exhibit celebrating Hilton Head’s most iconic sea life will return to Art League Academy this summer in support of local conservation efforts.
“Halfway Home,” a week-long sea turtle-themed art show, will run July 22–30 at the academy’s Cordillo Parkway location. The exhibit is hosted in partnership with Sea Turtle Patrol HHI, a nonprofit organization that protects sea turtle nests and hatchlings during the island’s nesting season.

Featuring a range of creative works by local artists, the exhibit will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a free closing reception on July 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. Attendees can meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments.

“We named the exhibit Halfway Home because we’ll be right at the halfway point of the sea turtle season,” said Kristen McIntosh, executive director of Art League of Hilton Head. “The artists have created thoughtful, beautiful pieces, and we’re proud to support this vital cause once again.”

Twenty percent of all exhibit and class sales will benefit Sea Turtle Patrol HHI. In addition to the exhibit, themed art classes will be offered throughout the week, covering media such as paint, mosaics, and mixed media.

“We patrol the beach daily from May through October to protect our sea turtle population,” said Amber Kuehn, director of Sea Turtle Patrol HHI. “As a volunteer-run organization, partnerships like this help us educate the public and keep doing the work that matters.”

For details or to register for classes, visit artleaguehhi.org or call 843-842-5738.