26 Apr 8 Must-Do Art Events in the Upstate
Spring is a time for growth and renewal. As the flowers bloom and the weather warms, it is a great time to bring new life into your home with some handcrafted décor. In the Upstate, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with local artists and acquire unique pieces to add to your collection. Here are a few spring art events we’re looking forward to!
Artist Reception: Betsy Powell
May 8, Coldwell Banker Caine Main Street Real Estate Gallery
Join us for the artist’s opening reception and a viewing of Betsy’s art on display at the Main Street Real Estate Gallery as we celebrate a week of art leading up to Artisphere.
Artisphere
May 11-13, Downtown Greenville
The largest art show in the Southeast, Artisphere takes place annually on Mother’s Day weekend with 135 artists exhibiting their work on Main Street, demonstrations, live music, food from Greenville’s favorite restaurants, and a wine and craft beer experience.
Chosen from an applicant pool of 1,163, there are fifteen local artists participating:
Kent Ambler – printmaking
Kiah Bellows – mixed media
Hallie Bertling – watercolor
Joseph Bradley – oil/acrylic painting
Rey D’Alfonso – painting and mixed media
Patricia Deleon Alfonso – painting
Janina Ellis – oil/acrylic painting
Darin Gerhrke – ceramics
Keith Grace – mixed media
Lynn Greer – watercolor
Michelle Jardines – painting
Meredith Piper – mixed media
Llyn Strong – precious jewelry
Erin Stuart – semiprecious jewelry
Judy Verhoeven – 2-D mixed media
Coldwell Banker Caine’s 85th Anniversary Celebration & Community Opening
May 17, 111 Williams Street in Greenville
Join us as we celebrate our 85th anniversary and the renovation of our Greenville office! Asheville’s hottest “newgrass” group, Fireside Collective, will perform, enjoy our art collection throughout the space, and drinks and eats will be provided.
Spartanburg ArtWalk
May 17, Downtown Spartanburg
On the third Thursday of every month, enjoy a self-guided tour of art galleries in downtown Spartanburg from 5-8 pm.
Art Movies: Beltracchi, The Art of Forgery
April 26, Spartanburg Art Museum
Enjoy free, family-friendly art films and documentaries on the last Thursday of each month. Beltracchi: The Art of Forgery is the story of a larger-than-life personality who was responsible for the biggest art forgery scandal in history.
Village of West Greenville Spring Block Party
April 28, Village of West Greenville
An annual celebration of arts, food, and business in Greenville’s exciting new neighborhood.
The Great North Main Art Experience
April 28, NOMA Square
NOMA Square is excited to host this event presented by The North Main Galleries consisting of The Artists Guild Gallery of Greenville, The Art Cellar, and Kathy Young Fine Art and Jewelry. These galleries represent over 75 of Greenville’s most talented artists and artisans, many of whom will be setting up their easels in NOMA Square.
Village of West Greenville Spring Block Party
April 28, Village of West Greenville
An annual celebration of arts, food, and business in Greenville’s exciting new neighborhood.
First Fridays
May 4, Various locations
Step out on the First Friday of every month to support our thriving arts community with over 25 art galleries and venues open to tour in Downtown Greenville, the Village of West Greenville, and at Taylors Mill.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn about our upcoming artist receptions and how we support the arts community through #CaineCares.
