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.
2024 Holiday Artisan Market
Looking ahead at the holidays, do you often think you’d like to give unique gifts – one-of-a-kind pieces that the recipient will really cherish? Sure, there are websites offering such items, but why not “shop local” at the Artists Collective | Spartanburg’s 2024 Holiday Artisan Market Nov. 5 through Dec....
Sea Goddesses: Divas of the Deep
When North Carolina artist Robyn Crawford began creating works for her upcoming exhibition at the Artists Collective | Spartanburg, “Sea Goddesses: Divas of the Deep,” she wanted viewers to explore connections “between humanity and the sea.” Since the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene on Sept. 27, the exhibition has taken on...
Andy’s Gone Native: Art Based on Native American Shell Carving
Upstate artist Andy Donnan is using his acrylic paintings to interpret shell carvings from Native Americans in the hopes of reminding us “that complex societies are fleeting. His works will be shown in the exhibition “Andy’s Gone Native: Art Based on Native American Shell Carving” Nov. 3 through 30 in...
Art and Mood: The Emotional Rollercoaster of Greatness
Imagine stepping into an art gallery and feeling a wave of emotion wash over you, as if you’ve just been teleported into another world. That’s the magic of art and its uncanny ability to evoke moods that can make you laugh, cry, or even contemplate the mysteries of the universe....
You Matter
The mural "You Matter," created by South Carolina artist Lauren Andreu, located at is a vibrant and impactful piece located in the heart of Spartanburg at 156 W Main St, Spartanburg, SC 29306. Known for her bold use of color and dynamic compositions, Andreu designed this mural in 2022 in...
Bailie’s Train Mural
Bailie’s Train Mural on the side of Chef Ae’s, 288 Magnolia St, Spartanburg, SC 29306
2024 Annual Juried Exhibition
Upstate artist Glen Miller won first place in the Artists Collective | Spartanburg sixth annual Juried Exhibition that showcased the diversity of works within a five-state region.
A Period of Revolution: All Things Are Possible
An artist’s reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, as part of Spartanburg ArtWalk. The reception and exhibition viewing are free and open to the public. The 25 pieces in the show will be offered for purchase with prices ranging from $50 to $200.
Copyright
Spartanburg artist Bailie has created paintings designed to make the viewer feel the “fun, whimsical and sometimes creepy” nature of the characters he creates. These oil works will be on exhibit in “Copyright” Oct. 1 through 26 in Gallery III of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception will be...
Fashion and Fusion
Upstate artists Judy Martin and Carol Story have diverse creative processes and media, yet they have found they can further their artistic expression by combining their work for a joint exhibition, “Fashion and Fusion: Making and Merging Art” set for Sept 3 through 28 in Gallery II of the Artists...
Falling Hard
Upstate artists Patrick DeCrane and Gale Roberts want visitors to their joint exhibition, “Falling Hard,” Sept. 3 through 28 in Gallery III at the Artists Collective | Spartanburg to see nature through the eyes of the artists. Two artists’ receptions will be held Thursday, Sept 19 – an afternoon tea...
Archetypes: Hand Built Clay
Glenda Guion says the artwork in her upcoming exhibition, “Archetypes: Hand Built Clay,” set for July 2 through Aug. 24 in the Solomon Gallery at the Artists Collective | Spartanburg, is intended to reflect the world around her in her life right now. An artist’s talk will be held at...
Visual Echoes: From Lens to Canvas
Spartanburg artist Skye Winter hopes to inspire “wonder and appreciation for life’s simple marvels” in her upcoming exhibition of her photography and acrylic paintings, “Visual Echoes: From Lens to Canvas,” set for July 30 through Aug. 24 in Gallery II of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception is...
Mind, Body, Creation
Upstate artist Sandra Schindlbeck uses three media – 3D clay sculptures, digital prints and paint on paper – to explore three struggles in her life – mental health, chronic pain and body image – in her latest exhibition, “Mind, Body, Creation,” set for July 30 through Aug. 24 in Gallery...
Evolve
The photographs in Upstate artist Joe Hiltabidel’s upcoming exhibition, “Evolve,” at the Artists Collective | Spartanburg began with a dream about cereal, but also represent his personal evolution in life. The exhibit will be July 2 through 27 in Gallery II of ACS. “This entire body of work began with...
Visit our Gift Gallery
In our gift gallery at Artists Collective | Spartanburg you can find wonderful locally handmade art that is suitable for gift giving. Offering a bit of everything, you can find cards, jewelry, pottery, prints and paintings. Whether you're buying a gift for someone else or treating yourself, you can find...
Calling All Artists
Entries will be accepted Mon July 1 – Wed July 31, 2023 at exhibitions.artistscollectivespartanburg.org Artists Collective | Spartanburg in Spartanburg, SC invites all visual artists, 18 years and older, residing in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Virginia to apply for acceptance into the 2024 Annual Juried Exhibition. For more...
Interconnections
Upstate artist Robert (Bob) Poe likes to doodle. Then, his doodles become his paintings, some of which he will show in his exhibition, “Interconnections,” May 7 through June 29 in the Solomon Gallery of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An artist’s reception will be held Thursday, May 16, as part...
Daydreamin’
Upstate artist Logan Foster, aka Divinity, welcomes those viewing her oil and acrylics works and poems into her daydreams to help them recapture feelings from childhood in her upcoming exhibition “Daydreamin’: Love Is Blue,” set for June 4 through 29 in Gallery III of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg. An...
Carol Story – Artist of the Month
This month, we're shining a spotlight on one of our very talented artists, Carol Story! Carol is an oil painter who isn't afraid to play with realism a bit, capturing the beauty of the world around her with a fresh perspective. Think landscapes that whisper stories, still lifes with a...
