The Fourth of July shouldn't be the only patriotic time of the year. With election season quickly approaching, our American pride is in full swing. Embrace your patriotic side at this two-month show of Candace Lovely's original paintings of prized American images, such as monuments, fireworks, one President and two First Ladies. Lovely most recently won the 2012 Prestigious American Women in the Arts Recognition Award of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Meet the successful and talented artist at the opening reception on September 7th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ARTworks, 2127 Boundary St., Beaufort. Tuesday-Friday, 11am-6pm; Saturday, noon-4pm. Free. (843)379-ARTS, www.beaufortcountyarts.com