Category: The Hamptons

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Byrne Baby Byrne: Irish Master Ignites the Hamptons

“Stillness in Motion: Seeing Light Anew” Opens at the Slattery Gallery, Southampton

The Hamptons art world has crowned its hottest exhibit of the season, and the buzz could be heard from Southampton to Dublin thanks to PR Superpowerhouse Norah Lawlor: “Stillness in Motion: Seeing Light Anew” by the celebrated Irish painter Gerard Byrne has officially opened at the newly unveiled Slattery Gallery on Jobs Lane, transforming the late-summer cultural calendar into a blaze of light, color, and conversation.

The exhibition, running from August 30 to October 13, 2025, marks Byrne’s triumphant return to the East End following his acclaimed debut at the Hamptons Fine Art Fair earlier this year. This time, he arrives with more than twenty works, including eight freshly painted plein air canvases capturing the singular beauty of Southampton itself. These Hamptons-inspired scenes hang alongside luminous studio works—figurative pieces, still lifes, and sweeping seascapes—that transport visitors from Long Island shores to the rugged coastlines of Ireland.

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Opening night shimmered with a touch of stardust as famed photographer Patrick McMullan hosted a private VIP reception, his lens capturing the evening’s sparkle as collectors, critics, and society guests moved through the intimate gallery. Against the backdrop of Byrne’s radiant canvases, McMullan’s presence reinforced the show’s glamour and deepened the cultural bridge between Ireland and the Hamptons.

“It’s the light here,” Byrne reflected, gesturing toward his Southampton works. “There’s something about the Hamptons light that brings the work alive. To return here with a full body of work and space to let it breathe—it feels like a homecoming.” His words echo in every brushstroke: in the fiery skies over fishing boats, the tender stillness of farmhouses, and the quiet shadows in his Irish landscapes.

For John Slattery, the Irish-born founder of the gallery, this exhibition represents both a personal and professional dream realized. “I couldn’t be more excited to officially launch the gallery showcasing Gerard Byrne’s work, a talent I have long admired and respected,” he said. “My vision for the space is to let the art speak, to allow audiences to immerse themselves in genres and ideas. Gerard epitomizes this—his paintings are as diverse as they are unified by an elegance of light.” The gallery itself, located at 30A Jobs Lane, has already established itself as Southampton’s newest cultural landmark, committed to spotlighting both Irish and American Contemporary Art while weaving in Post-War and Modern masterworks. With Gallery Director Damien Roman adding three decades of expertise, the Slattery Gallery has quickly become a destination for art lovers and collectors alike.

The Hamptons, long a haven for creativity, has rarely glowed as brightly. Byrne’s vibrant palette and expressive brushwork evoke the spirit of the Impressionist masters, yet with a modern intensity uniquely his own. His work has graced collections from Irish embassies to the Citadelle Art Museum in Texas, but in Southampton, amidst the late-summer sea breezes and society soirées, Byrne’s paintings feel especially resonant—an intimate dialogue between artist, place, and light.

For Byrne, who co-founded the Gerard Byrne Studio in Dublin’s Ranelagh village with his wife Agata in 2017, this exhibition is another step in a career defined by both mastery and intimacy. His studio in Ireland has become a living museum for his evolving practice, a 1,500-square-foot gallery where collectors and curators experience his art up close. Now, with Stillness in Motion at the Slattery Gallery, Byrne invites Southampton into that same intimacy.

As guests filed out of the opening night, lingering to catch one last glimpse of fishing boats glowing in twilight or a copper farmhouse nestled in shadow, the mood was clear: Gerard Byrne has not only returned to the Hamptons—he has conquered it. “Byrne Baby Byrne” is more than a playful headline; it is the truth of the moment. The hottest ticket in town belongs to an Irish master who has given Southampton its newest cultural crown jewel.

“The Hamptons may be known for its beaches, its style, and its summer soirées, but for the next six weeks, it belongs to Gerard Byrne.”, adds Hamptons Expert H.H. Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe. His canvases remind us that light itself can be reborn, that stillness can carry motion, and that art—when seen anew—can set a place ablaze.

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Gerard Byrne Illuminates the Hamptons: A Brilliant Summer at Slattery Gallery

There are gallery openings, and then there are cultural moments that define a season. On Saturday, August 30, Southampton will experience the latter when the illustrious Slattery Gallery unveils Gerard Byrne’s breathtaking new exhibition, Stillness in Motion: Seeing Light Anew. For those who live for the pulse of art, society, and brilliance, this will be the Hamptons event of the summer.

Internationally celebrated artist Gerard Byrne, revered for his luminous brushwork and spellbinding play with light, has created a body of work that is nothing short of transcendent. His canvases capture moments that feel simultaneously eternal and fleeting, translating the shimmer of life itself onto canvas. The title, Stillness in Motion, perfectly embodies his genius: to create paintings that vibrate with energy while bathing viewers in a quiet, contemplative glow.

Hosted at Slattery Gallery, Southampton’s jewel of culture on Jobs Lane, the event is elevated further by its spectacular opening reception. The incomparable Patrick McMullan, legendary photographer of New York society, will welcome guests, ensuring that this celebration of art will also shimmer in the annals of social history. To be photographed by McMullan is itself an honor, and his presence guarantees that this exhibition will be remembered not only as a triumph of art but as a glamorous social happening.

And while Gerard Byrne provides the vision, and Slattery Gallery provides the space, there is one name without whom none of this dazzling alignment of art, culture, and society could shine so brightly: Lawlor Media Group. Known across New York and the Hamptons as the gold standard of publicity and event strategy, Lawlor Media is the invisible hand that transforms a gallery opening into a headline-making cultural moment. Norah Lawlor and her team have a unique gift for connecting art to audiences, and their orchestration of this exhibition ensures it will be nothing less than iconic. From the elegant invitations to the careful curation of media presence, Lawlor Media has elevated the exhibition into a phenomenon.

The works themselves are radiant. Byrne’s signature style—the ability to capture light as if it were a living subject—takes center stage. His vibrant depictions of open-air cafés, glowing interiors, and shimmering landscapes reveal a world alive with texture and intimacy. Byrne does not merely paint scenes; he paints sensations, leaving viewers spellbound as they feel the warmth of sunlight, the cool of shadow, and the timeless dance of light across the canvas.

Guests will enjoy cocktails, wine, and cheese as they wander the gallery, immersed in an atmosphere of refined elegance. It is precisely the kind of experience that epitomizes the Hamptons at its best: art, society, and conviviality woven together into a tapestry of culture. Behind the scenes, Slattery Gallery’s dedication to excellence shines through, bringing Byrne’s vision to life in a space that is as beautiful and timeless as the works it holds.

This exhibition is not merely an art show—it is a statement. It is proof that in an era dominated by noise, true artistry still has the power to stop us in our tracks, to remind us of beauty, and to elevate our lives. With Gerard Byrne’s brush, Patrick McMullan’s lens, and Lawlor Media Group’s unmatched artistry in promotion, Stillness in Motion: Seeing Light Anew becomes more than an exhibition. It becomes an event destined to be remembered as one of the Hamptons’ most radiant cultural milestones.

For those lucky enough to attend, it will not only be an afternoon of cocktails and conversation—it will be an encounter with brilliance. Gerard Byrne has given us the gift of seeing light anew, and with the combined forces of Slattery Gallery and Lawlor Media, the entire world will take notice.

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Final Tickets For A Star Studded Night For Charity: NYC Second Chance Rescue’s 4th Annual Hamptons “Concert for a Cause”

Final Call for Tickets: NYC Second Chance Rescue’s 4th Annual Hamptons “Concert for a Cause” Promises an Unforgettable Night of Music, Glamour, and Giving

Hamptons, NY — PR Mogul Norah Lawlor let us know about the LAST REMAINING TICKETS, so you need to hurry up, it is going to be fantastic! Ticket Link Below…

The countdown is on, and this is your last chance to secure tickets to one of the most anticipated benefit events of the summer. On Friday, August 8th, 2025, NYC Second Chance Rescue will host its 4th Annual Hamptons “Concert for a Cause” at the stunning Bridgehampton estate of Ken and Maria Fishel—and it’s shaping up to be a night you won’t want to miss.

This year’s celebration of compassion and community will honor the remarkable Christine Evangelista for her unwavering commitment to animal advocacy. Joining the festivities will be special guest Melissa Gorga, bringing her signature charisma, and headlining the evening is none other than Grammy Award-winning artist Robin Thicke, whose soulful performance is sure to have guests on their feet.

The evening kicks off at 7:00 PM with handcrafted cocktails and live music from the sensational Celina Savage. Guests will mingle beneath the Hamptons’ summer stars while enjoying world-class hospitality from an impressive lineup of sponsors including Renaissance Properties, Cindy Karen Clothing, Verse Fine Jewelry & Diamonds, The Toni Haber Team | Private Client Advisors COMPASS, Goodman Law, Designs by Mark Masone Luxury Florist & Event Stylist, Ambient Events, Events by RHC, Decco By Party Up Productions, BIATCH® Tequila, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Mezcal Rosaluna, Hamptons Water, and FUZZBUTT Vodka.

Founded in 2009 by Jennifer Brooks and Lisa Blanco, NYC Second Chance Rescue has saved over 16,000 lives, focusing on large breed dogs and critically ill cats and dogs—the very animals most at risk of euthanasia in the United States. Nine out of ten animals that enter the rescue’s care were once on death row at municipal shelters. Through a robust foster program and their Adoption Center in Long Island City, NYC Second Chance Rescue provides life-saving medical care and loving homes to those who need it most.

Robin Thicke – Singer, Songwriter & Performer

  • Early Life & Inspiration
    Born March 10, 1977, in Los Angeles, Robin Thicke grew up in an artistic family. His father, Alan Thicke (of Growing Pains fame), was a multi-talented actor and composer; his mother, Gloria Loring, was a singer. Robin’s childhood was brimming with creative energy — he even shared stories of legendary hockey player Wayne Gretzky babysitting him during summers spent in Canada. A Very Special Christmas+12Amazon+12TVGuide.com+12Bravo+1Famous Birthdays+5Bravo+5Yamaha+5Fandango+3People.com+3Just Soul+3

  • Musical Journey
    Thicke taught himself piano at 12 and by his mid-teens was writing and producing R&B hits. His debut album A Beautiful World launched in 2002, followed by The Evolution of Robin Thicke, featuring the platinum-selling R&B ballad “Lost Without U.” In 2013, he achieved global superstardom with “Blurred Lines,” a chart-topping, Diamond-certified single from his album of the same name. M Music & Musicians Magazine

  • Recent Resilience & Reflection
    Despite controversies surrounding the cultural implications of “Blurred Lines,” Thicke remains celebrated for his artistry and emotional songwriting. He continues to honor his father’s legacy, notably performing the Growing Pains theme on The Masked Singer and penning the song “That’s What Love Can Do” as a deeply personal tribute. All About Tea+12People.com+12Bravo+12

Christine Evangelista – Actress with Range & Depth

  • Roots & Training
    Born October 27, 1986, on Staten Island, New York, Christine Evangelista is the cousin of supermodel Linda Evangelista. She sharpened her craft at the Herbert Berghof School of Acting after attending school in Staten Island. TVGuide.com+7Wikipedia+7Walking Dead Wiki+7

  • Stage & Television Career
    Early in her career, she appeared in episodes of Law & Order, Royal Pains, The Good Wife, White Collar, and more. She landed a regular role in the Spike TV thriller The Kill Point before starring in Lucky 7 and Chicago Fire. Her breakthrough came with AMC’s zombie drama The Walking Dead, as Sherry, a role she reprised in the spin‑off Fear the Walking Dead. Facebook+12Wikipedia+12Momtastic+12

  • Leading Roles & Film Work
    Elevating her status, Christine took the lead as Megan Morrison West in E!’s The Arrangement, playing an actress drawn into the glamorous yet mysterious world of Hollywood. Her film credits include Red Butterfly, The Intern, and Bleed for This. Wikipedia

Melissa Gorga – Reality Star, Entrepreneur & Cultural Icon

  • Personal Background & Breakout
    Born Melissa Ann Marco on March 21, 1979, in Toms River, New Jersey, she joined The Real Housewives of New Jersey in its third season (2011) and quickly became a central, unforgettable presence. Glamour+11Wikipedia+11My Family Genie+11

  • Growth Through the Spotlight
    Known for her vibrant personality and strong Italian roots, Melissa has gracefully navigated motherhood, reality TV drama, and family dynamics—particularly with her sister-in-law Teresa Giudice—across 12+ seasons. She’s credited her growth to learning to prioritize inner peace amid the spotlight. All About Tea+4People.com+4Reality Tea+4

  • Business Ventures & Public Honors
    Beyond reality TV, she’s built a fashion empire with her boutique Envy by Melissa Gorga and its online presence. Her entrepreneurial spirit also led to Let’s Sprinkle by MG, a dessert brand inspired by a memorable on‑show moment that generated over $500K within months. She now co-hosts a podcast with her husband, and in September will be honored with the “That’s Mother!” Award by Page Six’s VRT Awards for her influential role in modern reality culture.

With a cause this important and an evening this spectacular, it’s no surprise tickets are nearly gone. This is your final opportunity to be part of a magical night that blends music, star power, and life-saving work for animals in need.

Don’t wait—secure your spot now at: www.nycsecondchancerescue.org

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Paws & Purpose: A Glamorous Night of Compassion at Southampton Social Club

NYC Second Chance Rescue Illuminates the Hamptons with Heart, Style, and Hope

Southampton shimmered under the stars as the Paws & Purpose midsummer celebration swept through the iconic Southampton Social Club, transforming it into a haven of heartfelt glamour and philanthropic spirit. Hosted by NYC Second Chance Rescue, this unforgettable gathering was not just a summer soirée—it was a luminous testament to the power of second chances, where elegance met empathy and cocktails were served with a cause.

Set amid the lush garden oasis of Southampton’s most fashionable venue, the evening drew a constellation of animal advocates, tastemakers, socialites, and philanthropists, all united in their passion for saving lives. With handcrafted drinks flowing—including a cheeky splash of BIATCH® Tequila—and conversations buzzing about rescue stories and lives transformed, guests were reminded why this organization has become a beacon of hope for animals in crisis.

Among the radiant supporters in attendance were Alexandra Daddario, Jennifer Brooks, Lisa Blanco, Lisa Rose, Kate McEntee, Kingsley Crawford, Leesa Rowland, and Marc Loeb, along with prominent figures like Maria and Kenneth Fishel, Ian Duke, Missy Hargraves, “Aunt” Sue Hrib, Pious and Enzo Weinberg, and many more. These compassionate changemakers lit up the night with their energy and their commitment to NYC Second Chance Rescue’s life-saving mission.

Celebrity Spotlight: Leesa Rowland Brings Star Power and Heart to Paws & Purpose

Among the dazzling constellation of compassionate guests at Paws & Purpose, one radiant presence stood out—Leesa Rowland, celebrated actress, author, and philanthropist, whose deep love for animals shone as brightly as her charisma.

A long-time advocate for animal rights and rescue initiatives, Leesa has consistently used her platform to champion the voiceless, making her an especially poignant guest at the NYC Second Chance Rescue’s Southampton celebration. Known for her elegant charm and spiritual approach to life, Leesa brought a heartfelt energy to the evening, engaging warmly with supporters, rescue team members, and fellow animal lovers alike.

Her presence didn’t just elevate the guest list—it enlightened the atmosphere. Whether she was sharing stories about her own rescued pets or expressing admiration for the organization’s tireless work, Leesa radiated sincerity and compassion, embodying the very spirit of the event.

As one guest put it, “When Leesa walked in, the entire garden lit up—she’s a beacon of beauty and kindness. You could feel her love for animals in every word she spoke.”

With champions like Leesa Rowland on board, NYC Second Chance Rescue continues to gain momentum, inspiring others to take action, show empathy, and believe in the power of second chances.

Because for Leesa, rescuing an animal isn’t just an act of kindness—it’s a calling. And at Paws & Purpose, her love and light were truly unforgettable.

The event was a stylish prelude to the upcoming August 8th Hamptons Gala, which is poised to be one of the most meaningful highlights of the East End’s summer season. As stories of medical miracles and four-legged survivors floated through the night air, one thing became clear: this was more than a party—it was a movement.

With over 16,000 lives saved since its founding in 2009, NYC Second Chance Rescue has become a powerhouse of hope, focusing on large-breed dogs and animals requiring critical care—those often overlooked and tragically marked for euthanasia. Thanks to generous donors, dedicated volunteers, and tireless leadership, these animals are not only given medical attention and love but also a future.

And that future was on full display in Southampton.

From the floral backdrops to the runway-ready attendees, from the clinking of glasses to the heartfelt conversations, every detail of the evening radiated with purpose. Guests weren’t just celebrating summer—they were celebrating second chances, new beginnings, and a mission that has never felt more vital.

With spirits high and hearts wide open, all eyes now turn to the August 8th Gala, where passion, philanthropy, and purpose will once again take center stage.

Because every paw deserves a purpose—and every animal a chance to shine.