NEWS

 

2024


Introducing Kindred Artists, a curated artist group currently exhibiting at Kindred Carolina Beach, an exciting new event venue and gallery in a renovated historic building.


“Morning People”, Mixed Media on Paper, 18 x 12

“Garden In Capri”, Pastel, 22 x 20

Central Massachusetts Pastel Society’s Pastels Plus Exhibition

“Morning People” and “Garden in Capri” accepted

“Morning People” Received Honorable Mention


2023


“LipstickJungle”, Mixed Media on Paper, 30 x 22

International Association of Pastel Societies

10th Annual  Master Circle Exhibition

Lipstick Jungle accepted


“Flight 2337”, Acrylic, oil and pastel on canvas, 30 x 24

The O’Brien Gallery’s Grand Re-Opening

Flight 2337


“Bellinis In The Garden I”, Mixed Media on Paper, 30 x 22

Art Salon Charlotte’s Spring Show


“Low Country Waters II”, Mixed Media on Paper, 30 x 44

Art in Embassies

Low Country Waters II on loan to the US Embassy in Geneva Switzerland


“Ocean of Emotion”, Mixed Media on Canvas, 36x36

The Butler Institute of American Art’s

87th Annual Midyear Exhibition

included An Ocean of Emotion


“Carolina Dogwoods”, Mixed Media on Board, 24 x 20

North Carolina Literary Review, Fall 2023

Included Carolina Dogwoods to accompany work from North Carolina poets.


“Circle of Life”, Pastel on Paper, 21 x 27

GreenHill Center for North Carolina Art, Winter Show 2023

Featured five works


"Saving Grace", 22 x 30, Pastel on Rives, Bre Crowell

My painting, Saving Grace, received the American Art Materials Award by the Juror of Awards Dr. Louis A. Zona Executive Director and Chief Curator at The Butler Institute of American Art.

 

 
Bre Crowell - Lipstick Jungle

Comin’ In Hot is a playful take on the warmth and vibrance of summertime, and artworks that evoke it.

Bright colors.

Exciting compositions.

Whimsical motifs.

Warm auras.

Alluring figures.

Can you feel the heat? Click here for more information

Featuring works by: Bre Crowell, Ed Nash, Kenny Nguyen, Kurt Herrmann, and Patrick Heagney.

Comin' In Hot will open to the public on Saturday, July 16, from 12 - 5 PM.


 
Abstract Fabulous Art Opening November 13th 2021

Abstract Fabulous Art Opening November 13th, 2021 Greensboro NC

Abstract Fabulous Art Opening

November 13th, 2021

Collaborative Abstract Art Demo at 1 pm

Cocktails, Meet & Greet, Book Signing, 4-6 pm

O’Brien Art Gallery

307 State Street

Greensboro NC 27408


Valentino's Terrace, Pastel, 20 x 30

Valentin’s Terrace - Pastel, 20 x 30

Valentino's Terrace has been selected for the 2021 Pastel Society of America 49th Annual Exhibition: Enduring Brilliance!


Bre Barnett Crowell is the featured artist at Sozo Gallery, March 2021

Bre Barnett Crowell is the featured artist at Sozo Gallery, March 2021

 

Bre Barnett Crowell is the featured artist at Sozo Gallery, March 2021.

Her Flights Series, mixed media, and figurative work are on display in their new location in Plaza Midwood, 904 Pecan Avenue, Suite 101, Charlotte NC


Nandina Graffiti

Nandina Graffiti

Pastel 100 | Pastel Journal

April 2020 Issue

Award of Excellence Recipient

View PDF of Article here


Artpopstreetgallery Class of 2019

Public art by Bre Barnett Crowell displayed in the Charlotte region : highways, center city, Charlotte Douglas Airport, and retail complexes.

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Saison De Beaute’

Mar 29 – Apr 25 2019

Sozo Gallery

Charlotte NC


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New Representation

Sozo Gallery        

Hearst Tower, 214 North  Tryon Street, Charlotte NC www.sozogallery.net


Pastel Journal, April 2019

Pastel Journal, April 2019

Pastel 100 | Pastel Journal | April Issue 2019

Winner: Second Place Abstract, Best Intentions

Winner: Honorable Mention, Sinatra Blues

View excerpt of article here:



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A Passionate Nature

A Passionate Nature

New Year, New Awards!

A Passionate Nature has been selected as a winner for Pastel 100's 19th annual Pastel Competition. 

The winning pastels will be showcased in the April 2018 issue of Pastel Journal. Click here to preview the article!

Bre has also been selected as a finalist for A Passionate Nature in Artist's Magazine's 34th Annual Art Competition.

Congrats, Bre!


Evening Shade

Evening Shade

State of The Art / Art of the State

Evening Shade is included in this exhibition which features contemporary art by artists currently living in North Carolina.

October 8th - July 8th,  2018

Cameron Art Museum

3201 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC


Capri By The Sea

Exhibition: Coffey + Thompson

Join Bre at Coffey + Thompson Gallery during October for a Works on Paper exhibition! 

1200 S. Graham Street, Charlotte, NC


Creative Voices Group Show

Stop by J.Sam's Restaurant later this month for Bre's newest show! An opening reception will be held on Thursday, September 21st at 7pm.

J.Sams is located at 4625 Piedmont Row Drive, Charlotte, NC


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Steven Aimone's Exploration of Non-Objective Composition Workshop

In July 2017, Bre traveled up to Thomaston, Maine, for an intensive workshop. Keep your eye out for some inspired new work!


Caledonia #2

Caledonia #2

UArt 2017 Online Pastel Competition

Winner: Honorable Mention


Art Journey:  A Celebration of Contemporary Art

Find Art Journey Abstract Painting: A Celebration of Contemporary Art - a new compilation book featuring the best abstract pieces from The Artist Magazine and Pastel Journal during its release this moth.  Bre's piece Dancing 'Til Dawn has been selected to be featured on the book!

 
Dancing 'Til Dawn

Dancing 'Til Dawn


No Ordinary Day

Fourth Annual Master Circle Exhibition

 

International Association of Pastel Societies. Abuquerque, NM


Banana Boat Bar

Banana Boat Bar

Anticipation of Spring Exhibition

 

Join us at Hagan Fine Art February 3rd, 5-8pm for a special meet the artist reception. The show will be on display throughout the month of February and can be seen at 177 King St, Charleston, SC 29401

 
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A passionate Nature

A Passionate Nature Solo Exhibition

Join us February 9th form 5-8pm for a reception with the artist, or stop by during the month of February to check out these and other gorgeous pastels and mixed media pieces from Bre!


ICYMI: QC Exclusive

 (Incase you missed it) Here's October Marsh and Coffey + Thompson's ad in the December edition of QC Exclusive.

October Marsh is located in an amazing part of SC's low country.  It's a scene from Hobcaw Barony just north of Georgetown. This section of land is full of local history, beginning with it's original inhabitants, the native indians, and later home to several rice plantations.  The painting depicts the land, still untouched, just like the Indians left it.  Amazing.


New Representation

 

Visit Hagan Fine Art to see works by Bre in Charleston, SC! For more information on the December 2nd Art Walk, where more than 40 galleries open their doors from 5-8pm, click here


25th Annual National Pastel Painting Exhibition

Pastel Society of New Mexico, Hispanic Arts Center Expo, Albuquerque, NM

October 29-November 27, 2016 | Opening Reception October 29, 2pm 


Cezanne's Garden

Finding Solitude Group Show

Cabarrus Arts Council, Old Historic Courthouse - 65 South Union Street, Concord, NC

August 19 - October 21, 2016


Caledonia #3

18th Annual Pastel 100 Competition

The Pastel Journal

Honorable Mention, Landscape Category


Bountiful

18th Annual Pastel 100 Competition

The Pastel Journal

Honorable Mention, Abstract and Non-Objective Category


Beneath It All

Pastel Society of America

44th Annual Exhibition: Enduring Brilliance

September 6 - October 1, 2016

National Arts Club, NYC

Winner Jack Richeson and Co Gold Award

 


Carolina Dogwoods I

Art Guide's Annual Artist Registry

October 2016

www.artguide.mag.com

 


American Art Collector Magazine

November 2016

Pastel Society of New Mexico November Ad 

 


Caledonia #2

International Association of Pastel Societies

28th Juried Exhibition

Salmagundi Club, NYC

 


Caledonia #3

Southeastern Pastel Society  

17th International Juried Exhibition

Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

Best In Show

 


Solo Exhibition: A Vibrant Collection 

Coffey and Thompson Fine Art Gallery

Charlotte, NC

 


Carolina Girl

Women Painters of the Southeast

5th Annual Exhibition

Abingdon, Virginia

 


Shrimp and Grits

Southern Discomfort

Gallery C

Raleigh, NC


Redhead Dreams

Uart 2016 Online Show

 


Carmen

Pastel Society of New Mexico 

24th Annual National Pastel Painting Exhibition, 2015

2nd Place

 


Evening Shade

The Third IAPS Master Circle Exhibition

 


View of Garden City

Southeastern Pastel Society

2015 Members Juried Exhibition 

Gainesville, GA

 


Reading Her Poem

Women Painters of the Southeast

4th Annual Members Exhibition

Blue Ridge, Georgia

Fine Art Connoisseur Award

 


Guns and Roses

Rawhides and Cowgirls

Gallery C

Raleigh, NC

 


En Bleu

Voci Art for Charity

Charlotte, NC

 


Dancing Til Dawn

Pastel 100 Annual Competition

"With the new go-with-the-flow approach, Crowell’s abstracts now reflect emotion and surprising subconscious references that she says she only realizes in hindsight." 

- Pastel Journal

Third Place Winner

 

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