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Southern Pines


Painting Tradition: The Blessing of the Hounds in Southern Pines
Thanksgiving morning in Southern Pines is pure magic — misty fields, elegant riders, and eager hounds. As a plein air artist, I love capturing the Blessing of the Hounds each year. I grew up around horses, and combining that lifelong love with this timeless tradition is my favorite way to kick off the holiday.

Pat McBride
Oct 163 min read


Pat McBride Featured as Plein Air Artist at Gulley’s Southern Pines Fall Open House
A Magical Afternoon with Pat McBride at Gulley’s Fall Open House As an artist, there’s nothing quite as enchanting as the moment when...

Pat McBride
Sep 262 min read
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