MAC Events Preview: January-March 2021
There is a lot to look forward in our art community across the Upstate in 2021! Here’s a quick look on how the start of 2021 Metropolitan Arts Council event calendar looks for the reminder of January through March. #SupportGVLArts!
Now through Sunday, January 31, 2021
White Whale Studios & Gallery
White Whale Studios & Gallery houses a diverse collection of artists – painters, illustrators, graphic designers, and makers of hand-crafted creations call the sprawling 1820’s historic space their artistic home. They share more than a name or a floor plan. They are like-minded. They have joy, they risk absurdity, and like to gather together, and they will take you in. That’s one of the reasons they opted for a house-turned-studio. Accessible and inviting to both the veteran and the rookie art enthusiast, they welcome you to drop by! For more info click here.
Location:
Centre Stage
501 River Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday | 2-5pm
You can also view the exhibit virtually here.
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February 2-March 11, 2021
Blaine Owens
Known as “Greenville’s Hometown Photographer,” Blaine Owens spends countless hours exploring the beauty of the Upstate and surrounding areas. Using a minimum of electronic editing, his focus is on thoughtful composition that features authentic lighting and showcases the magnificent palette of the region he cherishes.
Blaine is a Greenville native whose pieces adorn the walls of hundreds of homes and offices. Although he photographs many familiar landscapes, his genuine approach is distinctive. His awards include the Fuji Masterpiece Award bestowed by the Fujifilm Corporation for his artistic depiction of the Furman University Lake and the natural elegance of a swan swimming in the morning sunlight. Other photos capture whimsical poses from farm animals and abandoned manmade treasures that are often overlooked—all culminating in an offbeat flair that is easy to recognize and bound to bring joy to those who see it.
An exhibit of work by local photographer, Blaine Owens.
Centre Stage
501 River Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Hours: Tuesday – Thursday | 2-5pm
You can view the exhibit virtually here.
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February 5, 2021
First Fridays Gallery Crawl – kick off of 2021 season
First Fridays invites you to navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public from 6-9pm.
There will be some new galleries added to the list and old ones that are not participating, so be sure to check out their website and sign-up for their monthly e-blasts here!
For more info click here.
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Early to mid-February TBD
Flat Out Under Pressure Bin Replacement
The 2020 Flat Out Under Pressure winners will have their work put onto the 8 recycling bins that line downtown Greenville.
For more info click here.
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Expected Early March
Greenville Open Studios 2021 applications open for visual artists
Join MAC as an artist member for FREE here to receive information or be sure to check greenvilleopenstudios.com.
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March 5, 2020 | 6-9pm
First Fridays Gallery Crawl
First Fridays invites you to navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public from 6-9pm.
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March 29, 2020 | 10am
Announcement of the 2020 MAC Awards and the TD Bank Business and the Arts Partnership Awards
TD Bank honors businesses and individuals who are devoted to Greenville’s arts scene. TD Bank has a long-standing tradition of financially supporting the arts at very generous levels. Its executives and employees tirelessly give their time and resources to many important philanthropic endeavors throughout Greenville.
TD Bank Award categories:
- Business with more than 100 employees
- Business with less than 100 employees
- Put Your Heart in the Arts Volunteer of the Year Award
MAC presents highlights from 2020 as well as the MAC Awards:
- SmartARTS Teaching Artist Award
- MAC Visionary Award
- MAC Lifelong Support of the Arts Award
- Carl R. Blair Commitment to Arts Education Award
- Ann C. Sherard Young Supporter of the Arts Award
For more info click here.
Want even more MAC content throughout the year, make sure visit them via greenvillearts.com, across social media via Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can also subscribe to their Open Studios YouTube channel here.
Want more events around the Upstate? Check out our events calendar here.