SiP Magazine
Nancy Lempesis Photography
Community Through a Clearer LENS
On the picturesque Isle of Palms and Sullivan's Island, a little boy with his father learns the essentials of boating safety, averting a potential disaster on the water Read more
Resilience, Redemption, and Law
Encountering Isle of Palms Police Department’s Chief Kevin Cornett, one is immediately struck by the embodiment of authority and calm he presents Read more
SiP Magazine Behind the Scenes
An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a special gathering on Sullivan's Island: three former U.S. ambassadors reunite for a candid interview. Read more
Best Friends Forever
Former IOP mailman and Malibu East owner Ricky Myatt’s greatest blessing is his daughter, Grace. Read more
Rob Byko Photography
Heart over Mind
The Isle of Palm’s Recreation center meditation classes challenge islanders to close their minds and open their hearts. Read more
Mic Smith Photography
A caper on Capers
The unspoiled barrier island just north of Dewees offers some of the best coastal camping on the Eastern seaboard. Hastings Hensel explores Capers’ best feature: Solitude. Read more
Kelly Laureman
Vibes & Vocals
Local musician Marci Shore takes a tour through Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island live music hot spots to bring you the lowdown on the vibes and vocals to be found on the sea islands this season. Read more
Caroline Knopf Photography
A Stroke of Indigenius
Personal Chef Service Brings Elevated Private Dining Experience into Island homes Read more
Caroline Knopf Photography
Lifestyle’s a Beach: Katie Poole Found a Home for her Business on Sullivan’s Island
Poole’s clothes exude a casual beach vibe, with mellow tunes playing in the background to complement the easy-going shopping experience. Read more
Mic Smith Photography
The Kayak Crew
Lowcountry Paddlers offers the chance to join a community of kayakers. Hastings Hensel discovers that the joy of club paddling ━ communal eco-fitness good for all ages. Photos by Mic Smith. Read more
Blackbeard and the Gentleman Pirate
A most unlikely pirate makes a most unlikely last stand on Sullivan’s Island. Read more
Rob Byko Photography
True North
Andrea Hazel’s great-great-grandparents arrived on Sullivan’s Island on a slave ship, one as a crew member and the other as a captive. Today the artist preserves the memories of her family and those of others through her art. Read more
Rob Byko Photography
One Garden at a Time
Master naturalist and island native Derek Wade, explains how to care for your island gardens to benefit all living creatures. Read more
Rob Byko Photography
A Summer Sanctuary
Anne Bivens reflects on growing up at “Bamma’s Beach,” a fisherman’s cottage on Sullivan’s Island. Today, the accomplished silversmith maintains her connection to her childhood by showcasing her stunning jewelry at Sandpiper Gallery. Read more
Julia Lynn ©Julia Lynn
Cottage Confidential
A thoughtful renovation helps a 1970s Atlantic Avenue beach house capture the quintessential charm of a classic Sullivan’s Island cottage. Read more
Caroline Knopf & Mark Stetler Photography
Sailing into the Sunset
Brian Sherman joins Sullivan’s Islanders Mark Stetler and Caroline Knopf on their sailboat Alliance to explore the beauty of Charleston Harbor. Read more
Rob Byko Photography
The Sullivan’s Island Music Teacher Who Hit All The Right Notes
Julie Mathias reflects on her two-decade career instilling a love for music in the island’s children. Read more
Josie Derrick Photography
Sumptuous Summer Salads
If you could eat only one type of food for the rest of the season, what would it be? Here’s a bold suggestion: Salads. Let us re-introduce you to a transformed classic that is anything but repetitive. Read more
Caroline Knopf Photography
When Peter the Doctor Invented a Medical Marvel and Dreamt Up Fred the Snake
One of Dewees Islands' longest residents, Peter Cotton has helped shape both the eco-conscious barrier island, modern gastrointestinal medicine, and a reptile with a quirky personality. Read more
