Scholarship opportunity for emerging Greenville writers
Glenis Redmond Scholarship for Emerging Writers
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 28, 2021Glenis Redmond’s love of words has carried her across the country for two decades.

About the scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to high school seniors or first-year college students to support their development as creative writers as they attend college.- Award amount: $1,000
- Submissions open: January 1st
- Submissions close: February 28th
- Winner announced: March 15th
Eligibility
College-bound high school seniors and first-year college students, ages 17-20, and who are current residents of Greenville County, South Carolina. Students may enroll in any major but must plan to further develop their creative writing abilities. Students must plan to enroll in a two-year or four-year college on either a part-time or full-time basis. Visit this link to apply.Artisphere, postponed since May, to go virtual
Greenville's signature festival will be held online in October
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Artisphere presented by TD Bank, one of the nation’s top fine arts festivals, will be transformed into a virtual event the weekend of October 2-4.
Artisphere- The Virtual Experience will go live to the public on Friday, October 2 at 8 p.m.
Artisphere -The Virtual Experience will feature the work of over 70 juried professional artists from around the country. Each artist will have multiple pieces for sale in an online marketplace, where patrons can seamlessly browse and shop from a varied and curated selection of art, from pottery to oils to jewelry.
“Although we can’t be together in our usual festival atmosphere this year, we are proud to continue our partnership with Artisphere to present The Virtual Experience,” said Chris Fincher, regional vice president for TD Bank. “We hope the Upstate community will join us virtually as we show our support for these talented artists from across the country and our unique, vibrant arts culture in Greenville.”
The Virtual Experience will also provide unique opportunities for engagement with artists, jurors, and gallerists through Facebook and Instagram Live. Programming also includes favorites from past Artispheres, such as metalsmith Ryan Calloway and chalk artist Nate Baranowski, live from Chicago, as well as Kidsphere activities and Artist Demos.
“Our aim is to create an engaging virtual experience for the Artisphere faithful,” stated Linda Hannon, president of the Artisphere board of directors. “Our patrons have become accustomed to a level of unparalleled artistry and programming and our innovative approach to this year’s show will not disappoint.”
Art patrons can experience Artisphere presented by TD Bank -The Virtual Experience October 2-4 by visiting Artisphere.org. Patrons are encouraged to sign up for the newsletter and follow on Instagram and Facebook to stay informed.
About Artisphere
Artisphere is a highlight of Greenville’s cultural calendar and a Top 10 Fine Arts festival in the country. The event features a juried Visual Artist Row; Artists of the Upstate, a juried exhibition of local artists; Outdoor Stages with performances by local and national artists; hands-on Kidsphere children’s art activities; the Culinary Arts Café that highlights local restaurants; and Special Festival Art Projects that enliven the streets of Greenville with street musicians, acrobats, sidewalk artists, and more. Artisphere is attended by approximately 90,000 patrons annually and has an estimated economic impact of $6.4 million on the Greenville community. Artisphere is a 501(c) (3) not for profit organization. For information visit www.artisphere.org.
Artisphere is presented by TD Bank and receives grant funding from the South Carolina Arts Commission, among others.
Tuning Up: CAE lands call for art; Carter Boucher, GCCA news
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"Tuning Up" is a morning post series where The Hub delivers curated, quick-hit arts stories of interest to readers. Sometimes there will be one story, sometimes there will be several. Get in tune now, and have a masterpiece of a day. And now, in no particular order...
CAE: S.C.'s newest arts hotspot taking off?
(Sorry, we couldn't resist. The pilot has illuminated the fasten seat belts sign, because it gets worse.) Columbia Metropolitan Airport (Lexington County) has been active on the arts scene in the past week. Consider:- Midlands artists, please pick up the white courtesy phone. Last week CAE announced a call for Midlands artists to exhibit their artwork at the airport's new rotating exhibition. That is cleared for takeoff October 2020 into 2021. A new program, Art in the Airport is also intended to enhance travelers’ experience while “creating a sense of place” within the airport. Upon landing, travelers will see the art "which showcases the life and culture of the Midlands." Artists accepted may sell their work(s), and CAE will not be taking any commissions. That's more than ... fare; it's an upgrade! This link will route you to your final destination for more information from ColaDaily.com.
- Yesterday, a partnership with Transitions Homeless Shelter continued as 18 works of art by past and present residents of the shelter were displayed. These works, too, are available for purchase. Residents keep their commissions as well. Read more about the new exhibition from (again) ColaDaily.com.

Carter Boucher news
Works by #SCArtists Carter Boucher is being noticed. To wit:- Another of his Enigma series paintings accepted in a juried show. This time, his painting "Pandemic Engulfment" (acrylic on canvas) was accepted in the Mid-Atlantic Juried Art Show in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Further, his poem, "A Love Letter To Covid 19," was accepted for publication in Constellations. Boucher has had four creative pieces, three poems and one creative non-fiction piece, accepted so far this year. He also published his book, How to Be an Artist in Residence (And Excel at It!) on Amazon.
GCCA honors founder
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Mauldin Cultural Center seeks events coordinator
We're hiring!
The Mauldin Cultural Center is looking for an events coordinator. This position plans, implements, creates and promotes Mauldin festivals and events. We’re looking for someone with exceptional organizational skills, innovative ideas, the ability to think on one’s feet both creatively and critically, and someone who is personable and possesses superb communication skills. Download the job description and application at cityofmauldin.org/employment.Photo by Gustavo Fring from Pexels
New Brandon Fellows announced by GCCA
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Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) announced last week three new recipients of its Brandon Fellowship for the 2020/2021 cultural year.

- to help young artists launch their art career in our community or prepare for formal arts studies
- to foster a sense of community
- to promote diversity at the Art Center
Anna Grace Burch
Anna Grace is a graduate of Anderson University and painter who expresses her passion for astronomy, anatomy, and world cultures throughout her work. She thoughtfully explores topics such as universal languages and the human experience. Her goal through the Brandon Fellowship is to engage with the community, create thought-provoking work, and advance her art career forward.
Evan Givens
Evan is a photographer and poet from Detroit who was introduced to photography at the Governor's School of the Arts and Humanities. His work is centered around nostalgia, emotional bonds, and moving through trauma. Evan plans to use the Brandon Fellowship as a platform to help people from different backgrounds connect with each other, while growing as an artist and a leader in the Greenville community.
Savannah Burch
Savannah is a painter and graduate of the Fine Arts Center whose work prompts discussions around important topics such as gender, beauty standards, and mental illness. It is her goal as an artist to make groups of people who aren’t typically recognized feel seen. She plans to utilize the Brandon Fellowship to strengthen her ties in the community, improve her techniques, and push her art career forward.
Career development
To help artists awarded Brandon Fellowships along their career paths, GCCA offers these benefits:- A free university-style studio at GCCA, where a minimum of 25 hours per week must be spent working. Fellows often interact with guests during GCCA’s public hours.
- A $250 stipend for art supplies per six-month period.
- Complimentary classes and workshops at GCCA
- Mentorship from a local artist
- Presentation of an ARTalk lecture
- Participation in an exhibition in August-September
- Opportunities for networking, collaboration, and participation in other local arts events
- A visit to a local or regional museum of interest
- Broad exposure as an artist in Greenville and beyond
Future fellows
If these opportunities sound good to you, know that you need to be a Greenville County resident between 21-30 years old and, at the time of application, a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. for at least 5 years. Click here to learn more about applying for the GCCA's next Brandon Fellowships.
Tuning Up: Update on relief funding awards to S.C. arts orgs
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"Tuning Up" is a morning post series where The Hub delivers curated, quick-hit arts stories of interest to readers. Sometimes there will be one story, sometimes there will be several. Get in tune now, and have a masterpiece of a day. And now, in no particular order...
Columbia
The Columbia Museum of Art announces it has been selected as a recipient of a CARES Act economic stabilization grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). The $150,000 award will support public programming associated with the upcoming major exhibition Visions from India: 21st-Century Art from the Pizzuti Collection. “I am pleased that the Columbia Museum of Art has received funding allocated through the CARES Act,” says Congressman James E. Clyburn. “The museum serves as a community center, art studio and entertainment venue. We must continue to support them as they strive to provide safe opportunities to participate in meaningful cultural experiences and connect with others.” From Oct. 17, 2020, through Jan. 10, 2021, the CMA will present Visions from India, a breathtaking sweep of 21st-century painting, sculpture, and multimedia works from India and its diaspora. The museum is eager to showcase this exhibition for diverse local and regional audiences and believes it will make an important impact on the community. The NEH is generously providing support for exhibition-related activities that require retaining humanities staff to maintain and adapt critical public programs.Greenville
Local arts organizations have received another infusion of COVID-19 relief funds thanks to a $100,000 contribution from Hollingsworth Funds Inc. The funding, which is being distributed by the Metropolitan Arts Council, was awarded to the following groups: Artisphere, Centre Stage, Greenville Chorale, Greenville County Museum of Art, Greenville Symphony Orchestra, Greenville Theatre, Metropolitan Arts Council, Peace Center, South Carolina Children’s Theatre and Warehouse Theatre. Each of the 10 organizations will receive $10,000 within the next few days, said Alan Ethridge, executive director of the Metropolitan Arts Council.
Decorated #SCartists highlight new gallery exhibition
SCAC fellows, Governor's Award recipients featured
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What's going on? What does it mean? What's next? What really matters?
These are questions asked by Hampton III Gallery at its new exhibition, In Times Like These, which runs July 9 through August 29, 2020. From the gallery:As our world changes, artists continue to create and explore through visual language. In Times Like These is an exhibition that allows the viewer to enter into the personal space of 20 Hampton III Gallery artists.These artworks were created from March through June 2020. All are on display in the center gallery. Visitors are welcome to view the exhibition during regular hours. Social distancing will be observed and masks are required during this time.
Featured among the 20 Southern artists in the exhibition are several from South Carolina represented by the gallery, including recipients of two of the South Carolina Arts Commission's highest honors: individual artist fellowships or the Governor's Arts Award.SCAC Fellows
- Alice Ballard
- Dr. Philip Mullen
- Edward Rice
Governor's Award recipients
- Jeanet Dreskin
- Dr. Philip Mullen
- Edward Rice
- Tom Stanley
- Dr. Leo Twiggs
Going? Hampton III Gallery is located outside Greenville in Taylors at 3110 Wade Hampton Blvd., Suite 10. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Friday from 1-5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and other times by appointment. Free.
GCCA makes call for Upstate artists
Digital exhibition coming
Submission deadline: Monday, August 31, 2020
GCCA knows its community, like many others, has been deeply affected by the current discourse in our country and beyond.
We also know that Art Has a Voice to express feelings, share perspectives, and build bridges to understanding. It is our hope that, through this new digital exhibition, we can create a platform to elevate and amplify the work of Upstate artists inspired by the inequity and social unrest that is at the forefront of our collective consciousness.Please share your artistic voice on this subject by submitting one piece of your work. Submissions will be shared in a virtual gallery on the GCCA website. Artwork should be suitable for all ages to view. Select artists will have the opportunity to discuss their piece on Facebook Live.
Click here to learn more and submit by Monday, Aug. 31.SCAC announces four 2021 fellowship recipients
Individual excellence in writing, dance honored

for immediate release
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Hard work and exceptional abilities are earning four South Carolina artists practicing in the dance and writing disciplines fellowships from the South Carolina Arts Commission for fiscal year 2021.
The South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC) Board of Directors approved four $5,000 fellowships among several other FY21 grant awards to be announced at a later date. The SCAC’s four fellows are:- Sarah Blackman of Greenville County in prose,
- John Pursley III of Greenville County for poetry,
- Erin Bailey of Richland County for dance choreography,
- and Tanya Wideman-Davis of Richland County for dance performance.
About the FY21 Individual Artist Fellowship Recipients




About the South Carolina Arts Commission

- arts education,
- community arts development,
- and artist development.
