Julia Deckman, owner of Julia Deckman Studios, has fostered a creative haven out on James Island. She carries over 20 local vendors from candlemakers to jewelers to painters. Each month she hosts pop-up galleries featuring different artists, and also offers creative workshops hosted by a variety of creative talent.
We met last August when she reached out to schedule her first shoot for JDS before she opened the doors. Since then, we’ve become dear friends and I’ve had the pleasure of capturing multiple events and watching the studio evolve into what it is today.
Even with just one year of being open, she has the remainder of 2021 booked in gallery shows, she’s officially opened her own bottle shop Stono, all while working on commissions and building her inventory of original artwork. Julia hopes this space will provide artists “an opportunity to experiment, lean into the ideas they find most exciting, curate these thoughts into a cohesive show, and ultimately translate them into a public exhibition.”
Being surrounded by this energy is so inspiring for so many, including me. Not only does it illustrate how much can happen with consistent action and a clear vision, but it also shows how much people are craving for this kind of community.
I’m excited to announce that as of this month, JDS will start carrying Kate Blohm Postcards and Stationary available for purchase. Available in four different collections, each set contains 5 postcards printed on high-quality matte paper with a soft finish as well as 14 different greeting cards.
Kate Blohm Prints at Julia Deckman Studio
I’m so grateful for the Charleston food and art community who have welcomed me in with open arms. I’m excited to see what this next year has on the horizon for JDS.
With love,
Kate