News, Musings, and Exhibitions
Dive into a kaleidoscope of creativity, dear art explorers! Whether you seek our latest gallery buzz, contemplative musings on the brushstroke of genius, or artistic adventures that tickle your inner muse, buckle up – our journey promises to ignite your artistic spirit. We've got interviews with rising stars whose canvases explode with color, spotlights on hidden gems tucked away in the halls of the Collective, and thought-provoking essays that dissect the soul of a sculpture.
Open Doors 2026 Preview Exhibition
The Artists Collective | Spartanburg will give a sneak peek of works by artists participating on the fourth annual Open Doors Studio Tours in the “Open Doors Preview Exhibition” March 10 through April 25 in...
The Minimalist Instinct
Spartanburg artist Christine Blackburn values a minimalistic approach to her artwork – jewelry, cross stitch and photography – but she wants others to appreciate the underlying complex purpose of her works, which she will exhibit...
The Glow Show
Something magical happens when you step into the darkness. At the Artists Collective | Spartanburg, ordinary paintings transform into glowing visions under the mysterious glow of black light in the upcoming exhibition “The Glow Show:...
The Fantastic World of Bob Logrippo: A Retrospective
The Artists Collective | Spartanburg will present “The Fantastic World of Bob Logrippo: A Retrospective,” a 50-year survey of the late artist’s art and illustrations, Jan. 6 through Feb. 28, 2026, in the Solomon Gallery....
Sacred Spaces, Signs and Symbols
Upstate artist Pat Edwards will share his embossed Prismacolor images focused on various spiritual groups and churches in his exhibition, “Sacred Space, Signs and Symbols,” Feb. 3 through 28 in Gallery II of the Artists...
In His Element: The Life Works of Photojournalist Gerry Pate
Just about everyone in Spartanburg has seen the works of award-winning Upstate photographer Gerry Pate, whether they realize it or not. Pate’s 40-year career as photojournalist will be exhibited Feb. 3 through 28 in “In...
Bright Beginnings: Celebrating Our Newest Members of The Collective
Seven new 2025 members of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg will show their works Jan. 6 through 31 in “Bright Beginnings: Celebrating Our Newest Members of The Collective,” an exhibit in the Collective’s Galleries II...
Patterns of Healing
Spartanburg artist Kimberly Christopher has returned to painting after 16 years in other media in her exploration of pain and comfort. Her latest works will be exhibited in “Patterns of Healing: Exploring the Duality of...
処理: Processing
Spartanburg artist Lady Pluuto will exhibit her latest watercolors in a new exhibition, “処理: Processing,” Dec. 2 through 27 in Gallery III of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception will be held from...
2025 Holiday Artisan Market
The Artists Collective | Spartanburg 2025 Holiday Artisan Market, set for Nov. 4 through Dec. 27, will offer a chance to get unique and special gifts – and maybe something for yourself – while shopping...
Here and There
Landscape oil paintings created by Spartanburg artist Carol Story during the past year will be displayed in an upcoming exhibition, “Here and There: New Work by Carol Story,” Nov. 4 through 29 in Gallery II...
An Artistic Journey
Pat Edwards will share his 40 years as an artist through an upcoming exhibition of his colored pencil and embossed Prismacolor works, “An Artistic Journey,” Nov. 4 through 29 in Gallery III of the Artists...
2025 Annual Juried Exhibition
More than 80 pieces of art by nearly 75 artists from five states will be featured in the seventh annual Artists Collective | Spartanburg Juried Exhibition presented Sept. 9 through Oct. 25 in the Solomon...
Tactile Memory: Exploration of Form
Bulgarian-born potter Karina Manukyan will showcase her works in a solo exhibition, “Tactile Memory: Exploration of Form,” Sept. 30 through Oct. 25 in Gallery II of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception will...
Bailie: A 25-Year Retrospective
Spartanburg artist Bailey Bailie says art should speak for itself and his will be speaking clearly Sept. 2 through 27 in his latest exhibit, “Bailie: A 25-Year Retrospective,” in Gallery III of the Artists Collective...
Visual Fragrance
Spartanburg artist Garry Turpin, one of the founders of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg, will exhibit his oil paintings of flowers Sept. 2 through 27 in “Visual Fragrance” in Gallery II at the Collective. An...
Lynne Tanner Paintings
North Carolina artist Lynne Tanner will present her latest large oil and acrylic paintings in her solo exhibition “Lynne Tanner Paintings” July 8 through August 30 in the Solomon Gallery.
Timeless Impressions
Inspired by the culture and local artisans of her native Peru as well as classical Renaissance artists, Upstate artist Monica Arledge creates her own impressionistic oil and chalk works full of color and shapes. Her...
Waking the Unseen
Art is a family affair for Upstate artists Miriam Tucker Jones and her daughter, Tipton Jones-Boiter, who will have a joint exhibition, “Waking the Unseen,” July 29 through Aug. 23 in Gallery III of the...
Perpetual Motion
Spartanburg artist Addam Duncan’s latest paintings will be presented in “Perpetual Motion,” an exhibition July 1 through 26 in Gallery II of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception will be held from 5...
