Cultural Currency: Unique Money-themed Art Exhibit Draws Crowds in Myrtle Beach

‘Cultural Currency’: Unique Money-themed Art Exhibit Draws Crowds in Myrtle Beach

The coastal city of Myrtle Beach in South Carolina has seen an unusual transformation this summer as the local Art Museum, usually a haven for those seeking tranquil reprieve, is buzzing with an enthusiastic crowd. The cause for this sudden influx of art enthusiasts is quite the crowd-pleaser – the unique ‘Cultural Currency’ exhibition.

Attraction of the season

The ‘Cultural Currency’ exhibition is a nationally traveling exhibit that has been calling attention to the interesting amalgam of art and money. It showcases an array of prints, paintings, and mixed media artwork celebrating the concept of currency in various forms. The exhibit, which will run at the Myrtle Beach Art Museum until September 22, has attracted a diverse range of visitors with its interesting narrative and welcoming ambiance.

Citizens and tourists alike have been blown away by the distinctive angles the artists have adopted to depict money, investments, and related concepts. The discussions stirring around the room include talks about inflation, stretching of money, and more.

Eye-catching pieces of the exhibit

One particular piece endearingly called ‘the burger money‘ has been the center of visitor cellphone cameras with many trying to pose as if taking a bite out of it. This curious art piece depicts a life-sized burger but instead of buns and patties, it utilizes intricately folded currency notes rendering it a mixed media marvel.

Origin of the collection

The notion for bringing this contemporary art forward comes from the Riemer collection, started by Louise and Davis Riemer. Distinguished as investment advisors, the pair broadened their fields of interest by channeling their love for art in collecting pieces dealing with currency, investments, and money.

Interactive elements for visitors

Moreover, to enable visitor engagement beyond viewing, the museum has planned free art workshops on every Saturday throughout August. These workshops are open to all ages and intend to melt the gap between the artists and the audience, stimulating more interest in the dynamic world of art.

This unusual fusion of currency and art has indeed made ‘Cultural Currency’ the talk of the city and continues to draw crowds eager to experience this thought-provoking exhibition.

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