Charleston, SC.– The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston School of the Arts is pleased to present two concurrent solo exhibitions, “White Days Unswallowed” by Bob Ray and “From the Ground Up” by Steve Johnson. The exhibitions open with a reception on Friday, August 26th from 5 until 7pm and run through October 7th. Prior to the public reception, the community is invited to a gallery walk-through with Bob Ray and Director/Senior Curator Mark Sloan at 4:30pm. During the opening reception, Bob Ray and his son will debut an original performance entitled “White Days Unswallowed.” Visitors will have the chance to hear Steve Johnson speak about his work on Saturday, August 27th at 2:30pm inside the Halsey Institute’s galleries. Throughout the exhibition, guided group tours will be offered.  All events are free with the public encouraged to attend.