Topiary Unveiling with Mike Gibson

Join us Saturday, April 27th, from 11-12pm for an enchanting experience with renowned Topiary Artist Mike Gibson. Witness his latest masterpiece, as he transforms the existing yaupon holly hedge at the library into a mesmerizing illusionary topiary. Having previously wowed visitors with his creation at Moore Farms Botanical Garden last year, Gibson's imaginative technique promises to captivate once again. Don't miss the unveiling of this unique living sculpture, mingle with the artist, and discover Gibson's innovative approach. Mike Gibson is a world renowned topiary artist from Youngstown, OH, now living in Columbia, SC, who has over 30 years experience in beautifying public spaces. From starting at a young age, he quickly found his passion which has led him to a successful career as one of the nation's leading topiary artist and educators in the industry. After leading one of the company's top stores as a Sales Manager for Staples, Gibson decided to follow his passion and run his company, Gibson Works LLC, full time in 2019. He has since been featured on HGTV's reality tv show Clipped with Martha Stewart, was previously the artist-in-residence at the famed Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden, and awarded the Garden Scholar award from the APGA. To date, he's created over 600 topiaries across the country. He currently also leads lectures, demonstrations, and workshops, educating garden communities on the art and therapeutic benefits of topiary.