Full Moon Artists Hold Holiday Studio Tour and Sale in Upstate, SC – Dec. 10 & 11, 2011

Please join the Full Moon Artists in their first endeavor on Dec. 10 & 11, 2011, from 10am to 6pm both days, for their Holiday Tour & Sale. Check off the special people on your holiday shopping list with a hand made gift, we have something for everyone. In addition to the Full Moon Artists each studio will be hosting guest artists in basketry, fiber, stained glass and many other talents.

Participants include:

Stan DuBose and Robin Anne Cooper at The End of the Road Studios, located at 255 East Bear Swamp Road in Walhalla, SC. Also featuring works by guest artists: Judy DuBose, Pati English, and Becky Walker.

For further info call 864/506-6116, e-mail at (artist@endoftheroadstudios.com), or visit (www.endoftheroadstudios.com).

Work by Chris Troy

Chris Troy at Chris Troy’s Studio, located at 210 Crestview Court in Seneca, SC. Also featuring works by guest artist: Karen Kammer.

For further info call 864/985-1096 or e-mail to (cttroy@bellsouth.net).

Cindy & Mike Hart at aHartworks Stoneware Studio, located at 185 Dogwood Hill in West Union, SC. Also featuring works by guest artist: Helga Sutt.

For further info call 864/557-2105, e-mail to (hArtworks@earthlink.net) or visit (www.hArtworksStoneware.com).

Work by Warren Carpenter

Warren Carpenter at Warren Carpenter’s Studio, located at 234 Heartwood Drive in Seneca, SC. Also featuring works by guest artist: Laura & Stan Woods.

For further info call 864/882-0418, e-mail to (wc@woodbywarren.com) or visit (www.woodbywarren.com).

Full Moon Artists is a group who occasionally gather to bring focus on the incredible art that is created in the foothills of South Carolina. The group consists of four potters, a wood turner, and a mixed media artist. Each has an entirely different approach, point of view, and design aesthetic. All are dedicated professionals who have committed their life’s work to bring affordable, original art to their customers.

You can print out a map at (http://www.fullmoonartists.com/).

Upstate Book Project Calls For SC and NC Artists to Participate

The Upstate Book Project is a collaborative art and writing project connecting 30 artists throughout the Upstate region of South Carolina. Applications will be accepted from artists residing in the counties of Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Laurens, Pickens, Polk (NC), Rutherford (NC, Spartanburg and Union. Selected artists will be required to write a 100 word or less paragraph of an advancing storyline and then create an 18″ x 24″ vertical illustration to accompany their storyline. Each artist will contribute a page to continue the story and illustrate it then pass it to the next artist.

The first illustration

The final product will be a completed book in bound magazine format containing the entire story. The selected artists will have the opportunity to meet and celebrate their involvement in the book project at a reception where the original artwork will be exhibited. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the reception, as well as online. Accepted artists’ completed work will be retained for the exhibition and reception. All art will be returned to the artists’ once the exhibit is removed.

Application Requirements

Eligibility is open to practicing artists 18 years or older who reside in the Upstate. The Upstate region includes Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Laurens, Pickens, Polk (NC), Rutherford (NC), Spartanburg and Union counties.

Your application entry must include:
Your contact information: name, mailing address, e-mail address, and phone number.

A paragraph of no more than 200 words explaining your interest in the Upstate Book Project.

A CD containing 3 jpeg (.jpg) images of your work. This work should be recent (created in the last 2 years) and represent your typical style of execution. Print your name and phone number clearly on the CD. Please indicate title and medium of each piece in the file name. For example: hunting beach-oil-janicejones1 (no spaces). These jpeg images need to be 3 separate files. No PowerPoint presentations will be accepted. CD’s will not be returned.

A self-addressed stamped envelope.  Applicants will be notified by mail.

A $20.00 non-refundable application fee payable to: The Upstate Book Project.

Application Deadline and Submission Info

Submit Applications to:
The Upstate Book Project, 1855 E. Main Street, Suite 14 Box 292, Spartanburg, SC 29307  ATTN: Bailie

Applications must be received between Sept. 15 – 30, 2011.
Late applications will not be accepted.

For further info e-mail to (theupstatebookproject@gmail.com) or vist (www.TheUpstateBookProject.com).

4th Annual POP – Pickens, Oconee, Pendleton Open Studio Tour Calls for Artist Entries

The Blue Ridge Arts Council, based in Seneca, SC, is once again pleased to present the POP Open Studio Tour which provides an opportunity for the public to visit local artists in their working studios in Pickens, Oconee, & Pendleton Counties in SC. The visitors will have the opportunity to interact with the artists as they demonstrate their skills and educate the visitors about the process of creating art. The event, which takes place from Apr. 30 – May 1, 2011, also allows you to purchase incredible artwork directly from the artist with no commission markups.

Artist applications are due, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011. Artist entry fee returns to the original $50.00 per individual artist. The 2011 application form is available online and at the BRAC office at 111 E. South 2nd Street in Seneca, SC, with detailed entry instructions and time line.

In addition to the tour itself, participating artists will display their work of art in a preview exhibit and opening reception at Duke’s World of Energy beginning April 14, 2011. Visitors are invited to meet the artists, view the artwork and select their tour studio destinations. The exhibit will continue through May 6, 2011.

“Clusters” of artist studios in close proximity to each other will allow touring visitors to enjoy multiple artists with less driving.

Partnering organizations will be offering space to artists without studios, or in isolated areas, for use on demonstrations and exhibiting during the tour. You may wish to consider this in your planning.

Please submit the required application forms, photos and fee by Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011 via e-mail to: (POPOpenStudioTour@BlueRidgeArtsCenter.com) – Subject Line should  include: Application & photos.

Additional information may also be requested at that e-mail address or by phoning 864/882-2722 or visit (http://blueridgeartscenter.com/).

This event is funded in part by: Clemson ATAX, Oconee County ATAX, Pickens County ATAX, and Seneca Hospitality & Accommodations Tax.