Spring 2025 Launch Event

Sunday May 4th, 2025

2 - 5pm

1355 Cedar Valley Road

Laurens, South Carolina 29360

Stall Three Studio is proud to present the opening of Inside Africa, The Spring 2025 Collection on the afternoon of Sunday, May 4th. Hosted in the barn that houses the Original Stall Three Studio in Laurens, SC, guests are invited to explore the curated selection of artwork inspired by South Africa’s rich landscapes, culture, and wildlife. The exhibition features a new series of works by Sterling Crawford and work from established contemporary South African artists, offering diverse perspectives.

Guests will have the opportunity to view and acquire the artwork, while enjoying light refreshments and South African wine in an intimate and elegant setting. The artists will discuss their work, offering insight into the stories and inspirations behind each piece. This launch event marks the beginning of a two-month exhibition, with private appointments available for continued viewing at the Greenville showroom starting May 5th, 2025.

FAQ

  • The event will take place at 1355 Cedar Valley Farm Road, Laurens, SC 29360.

    From Downtown Greenville:
    Take I-385 South and exit at Exit 19. From there, it's about a 20-minute scenic drive to the farm.

    From Columbia, SC:
    Take I-26 West toward Spartanburg. Merge onto I-385 North toward Greenville. Exit at Exit 9 (SC-49 toward Laurens/Clinton) and follow your GPS to the farm from there (approx. 20–25 minutes off the highway).

    Parking will be available on the grass lawn at the farm, and signage will guide you once you arrive.

    Call (864) 608-7550 or (864) 607-2367 if needing directions.

  • This is an outdoor/indoor event, so we recommend comfortable attire. The barn and surrounding areas include gravel, grass, and concrete, so please wear shoes suitable for walking on uneven terrain. It will likely be warm, so dress accordingly. Hats and sunglasses are encouraged for time spent outdoors.

  • The event will feature the unveiling of the Spring 2025 Collection, Inside Africa. South African wines, light hors d'oeuvres, and art amongst a meaningful setting and natural surroundings

    At 3:00 PM, there will be a brief introduction to the collection.

  • Yes, you are welcome to bring a guest or two! If you plan to bring more than two additional guests, please kindly let us know in advance at contact@stallthreestudio.com.

  • All work will be available for purchase at the event, and through June 30. Purchases can be made by cash, Venmo, checks, and debit/credit cards.

    If local, your purchase will be delivered complimentary within a week following the event.

    If you're not local, we will ship the artwork to you, and you will be responsible for shipping costs. All purchases are also subject to South Carolina sales tax.

  • Yes—children are welcome to attend with you! Please note the event takes place on a farm with open space, gravel, and grass, so we encourage you to keep a close eye on little ones.

  • Yes, the event will take place rain or shine. Most of the experience will be under cover in the barn and tented areas, so we’ll be ready for whatever the weather brings.

  • Yes! All available work will remain for sale through June 30, 2025. You can view the collection:
    – Virtually on our website
    – By appointment at our Greenville or Laurens showrooms
    – Or, if you’re local, we’re happy to bring the artwork to you for a private viewing.

    To schedule a viewing, just reach out at contact@stallthreestudio.com.

THE ARTISTS

Sterling Crawford

B. 1997 | Greenville, South Carolina, USA

A graduate of the College of Charleston with a degree in Finance (2019), Sterling has spent five years in accounting, while also growing her business as a professional artist. In 2023, she founded Stall Three Studio as a gallery to curate collections of contemporary fine art that are unique, timeless, and reflective of a thoughtful narrative. She values working closely with collectors to help them find pieces that resonate deeply and fulfill their collecting goals, and working with artists to help share their meanings.

Her artistic philosophy is driven by a belief in art’s ability to connect people across different backgrounds. Through her work, Sterling invites audiences to appreciate not only the beauty of art but also its power to bridge worlds and perspectives.

Laurel Holmes

B. 19XX | Cape Town, South Africa

Laurel Holmes is a Cape Town-based artist exploring themes of fragility and the natural world, drawing inspiration from her coastal surroundings. After leaving the corporate world in 2012, she relocated from Johannesburg to Cape Town in 2016 and studied under renowned South African artists. Working primarily in oil painting, she also explores wax encaustic, mixed media, and printmaking, participating in internships at Warren Editions and workshops at The Artists’ Press. She earned a postgraduate diploma in Fine Art from the University of Cape Town in 2021 and has since exhibited internationally, including at Art Basel Miami in 2022. Her work is held in private and institutional collections, including Spier Arts Trust and the University of Cape Town, and extends into commercial ventures, with a GIF owned by the Smithsonian and the V&A Museum.

Nkosinathi Thomas Ngulube

B. 1975 | Cape Town, South Africa

Nkosinathi Thomas Ngulube is a self-taught artist and leading gallerist whose work is deeply rooted in raw emotion, symbolism, and unconventional materials. Beginning with foraged objects in sculpture, his practice has evolved into a layered, textural exploration of painting on hessian fabric—born from both hardship and triumph. Rejecting traditional brushes, he applies paint with his fingers and tools, creating frenetic compositions filled with markings, mirrored text, and vernacular symbols that challenge viewers to engage in deeper conversation. His work navigates themes of identity, struggle, and resilience, reflecting his own journey of perseverance. Through his bold expressionism, Nathi transforms discarded materials into powerful narratives, embodying his belief in finding beauty within chaos.

THE VENUE

Stall Three Studio - Laurens, SC

The Spring 2025 launch event will take place in the barn that houses the original Stall Three Studio. Once an unoccupied horse stall, it’s now an art studio and the inspiration behind our gallery’s founding.

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