By Andrea K. Hammer
With expansive vistas of Reeds Bay, the Seaview’s serene beauty repeatedly beckons visitors to explore the sprawling hotel and golf club. Located on more than 600 wooded acres that are part of the New Jersey Pinelands, the elegant and stately yet welcoming and bright retreat offers surprising delight after discovery of a Noyes Gallery tucked in a back corner on the lower level.
Just beyond the golf club shop, the current exhibit featuring local artists Joanne Coffman, Tim Faherty and Marion Lotka captures the power of nature-inspired work. Displayed on sun-dappled walls framing interlinked benches at the center of the room, the comfortable setting shows the acrylic paintings for sale in their best light. With subjects ranging from fishing to summertime, some of the stand-outs include Coffman’s “Serenity,” Faherty’s “The Beauty of the Broken” and Lotka’s “East of the Sun.”
On view through March 16, the Noyes Gallery at Seaview exhibit includes an education guide with information about the featured artists based in Egg Harbor, Ocean View and Marmora. Paintings on loan from the Noyes Galleries at Kramer Hall in Hammonton rotate at the hotel gallery throughout the year.
Strong signs of arts and business partnerships were evident throughout the Seaview, A Dolce Hotel. On a Sunday in early March, a pop-up market offered 10 local creators including jewelry, candle and honey makers the opportunity to sell their work. Visitors enjoyed a brunch buffet in the main dining room with panoramic views as well as a photo booth set up at the event.
Other notable attractions at the hotel make the Seaview a place to pause, relax and make new discoveries. A large interactive digital display near the front entrance provides area businesses with a collaborative way to share information about their enterprises. The Celebrity Wall, views of the indoor pool and historical photography also offer moments to linger around every corner in the peaceful hotel.
To learn more about the Seaview’s upcoming exhibits and special events, see www.seaviewdolcehotel.com.
Andrea K. Hammer has published arts and business articles in international publications.
