by Ben Tarcson | Mar 24, 2025 | News
Greenville, SC – The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is pleased to present Beyond the Edge, an art exhibition featuring the work of Ana Vizcarra Rankin and Lindsay Godin, two nationally recognized artists whose work challenges the way we see and interpret space—both terrestrial and cosmic. The exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 6-9 PM, and remains on view through Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Beyond the Edge is generously supported by media sponsor TOWN.
Ana Vizcarra Rankin “Red Flags [atmospheric particulates]”, 2022, mixed media on cotton canvas, 96″x48″
Lindsay Godin, “Space Station”, Archival Inkjet Print on Epson Ultra-Premium Presentation Paper Matte, 24″ x 30″
Together, their works expose a deeper ambition—not just to observe, but to claim both physical and conceptual spaces. Beyond the Edge ultimately asks us to reflect on the ongoing tension between the nature of preservation and technological progress. Through these perspectives, the exhibition encourages both wonder and responsibility, reminding us of our power to shape the future of our planet and beyond.
About the Artists
Ana Vizcarra Rankin is a research-driven artist whose work explores themes of mapping, data visualization, and our connection to the universe. Born in Uruguay and raised in both South and North America, Rankin creates perceptual art that investigates the intersections of science, history, and culture. Her work, which ranges from monumental canvases to delicate, diminutive objects, considers events that occur in subatomic space time all the way to global and cosmic perspectives.
Rankin’s art is held in prominent collections, including the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Museum, Brandywine River Museum of Art, and the Uruguay Cultural Foundation for the Arts. She has exhibited internationally in venues such as the Montclair Art Museum in NJ, Centro de Memoria Paz y Reconciliación in Bogotá, and Cherry Street Pier in Philadelphia. She has participated in artist residencies in Ecuador, Italy, and Mexico. Awards received include a Project Stream Grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the Creative Capital x Skoll Grant, and the Judy McGregor Caldwell Purchase Prize.
In addition to her studio practice, Rankin is the founder of BrobDinGnag International, a curatorial exchange program fostering cross-cultural dialogue and ecological awareness. She holds an MFA from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and a BA in Art History from Temple University. Currently, she teaches at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
Lindsay Godin (b.1992) was born in central New Jersey and got her MA & MFA in Studio Arts (emphasis in Photography) at the University of Iowa in 2018. She researches photography curricula and is a fine arts documentary photographer. Her photography sheds awareness of contemporary cultural norms and political values and how these effect society on the macroscale. Lindsay was the recipient of PDN’s 2017 Photo Annual Award for her student work. Her work is also on permanent collection at the Albright-Knox Gallery in New York and with other work having been exhibited nationally and internationally. As of August 2020, Lindsay is the Photography Coordinator and an Assistant Professor of Photography and Design at Valdosta State University in Georgia.
Exhibition Weblink: https://artcentergreenville.org/exhibitions/beyond-the-edge/
by Jess Abbott | Jan 14, 2025 | News
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DATE: January 14, 2025
CONTACT: Jess Abbott, Chief Executive Officer
jess@artcentergreenville.org
864-274-0351
Greenville Center for Creative Arts to Receive $25,000 Award from the National Endowment for the Arts
Greenville, S.C.—Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is thrilled to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000. This prestigious grant, which will support GCCA’s Brandon Fellowship program, marks the first time GCCA has received funding from the NEA.
“The NEA is proud to continue our nearly 60 years of supporting the efforts of organizations and artists that help to shape our country’s vibrant arts sector and communities of all types across our nation,” said NEA Chair Maria Rosario Jackson, PhD. “It is inspiring to see the wide range of creative projects taking place, including the Greenville Center for Creative Arts’ Brandon Fellowship program.”
“We are honored to receive our first-ever grant from the National Endowment for the Arts,” said Jess Abbott, Chief Executive Officer of GCCA. “This award is a testament to the impact of the Brandon Fellowship program and its role in fostering emerging talent from historically underrepresented communities. Receiving NEA funding validates the work we are doing at GCCA and elevates the visibility of our mission on a national level. This support allows us to expand opportunities for our Fellows and highlights the importance of investing in inclusive programs that strengthen the cultural fabric of our community. We are excited to continue making a difference with the support of such a renowned organization.”
The Brandon Fellowship is a 12-month intensive program designed to support emerging artists from diverse backgrounds who represent historically underrepresented communities in the arts. Fellows receive studio space, mentorship, professional development, and access to GCCA’s extensive resources, enabling them to cultivate their artistic practice and develop their careers. This program is critical in fostering inclusivity and equity within the arts community of Greenville and beyond.
About Greenville Center for Creative Arts
GCCA is a nonprofit community arts organization located in the historic Brandon Mill in Greenville, South Carolina. Since its founding in 2015, GCCA has been dedicated to providing accessible arts education, dynamic exhibitions, and professional development opportunities for artists of all levels. Through initiatives like the Brandon Fellowship, GCCA fosters creativity, diversity, and inclusivity, enriching the cultural fabric of the Upstate region.
To learn more about GCCA, its programs, and upcoming events, visit artcentergreenville.org.
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by Jess Abbott | Dec 2, 2024 | News
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Contact:
Jess Abbott, CEO
Greenville Center for Creative Arts
Phone: 864-274-0351
Email: jess@artcentergreenville.org
Greenville Center for Creative Arts Welcomes Sara Grambach as
New Development Director
Greenville, SC – December 2, 2024 – Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA), a vibrant hub for the visual arts and a cornerstone of Greenville’s cultural community, is proud to announce Sara Grambach as its new Development Director.
Sara joins GCCA with over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, business development, and fundraising, including leadership roles at several nonprofits. Most recently, she served as Chief Development & Community Engagement Officer at a community health center on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where she exceeded financial goals and elevated the organization’s brand visibility across the region. Her extensive background includes advocacy work as an elected official, board membership in her local young professionals organization, and active involvement with her community’s Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club.
A Greenville native, Sara attended Wade Hampton High School and The Fine Arts Center before earning a degree in advertising from the University of Georgia and an MS in health communications from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. Her lifelong passion for nonprofit arts organizations makes this role especially meaningful.
“Sara’s arrival at GCCA marks an exciting milestone as we approach our 10th anniversary in 2025,” said Jess Abbott, CEO of GCCA. “Over the past decade, GCCA has become a cornerstone of Greenville’s arts community, fostering creativity, education, and connection for people of all ages and backgrounds. With her extensive experience in development and her passion for community engagement, Sara will play a crucial role in strengthening our foundation and amplifying our reach. Her leadership will help ensure that GCCA continues its legacy of enriching lives through the arts and broadens our capacity to serve as a vital resource for the Upstate. We’re thrilled to have her join us at such an important moment in our history and future.”
Sara is eager to partner with GCCA’s talented staff, dedicated board members, community collaborators, and generous donors to ensure the organization’s growth and sustainability in the years ahead.
Greenville Center for Creative Arts is committed to inspiring creativity and connection through exhibitions, educational programs, and artist residencies. Learn more about GCCA and its mission at www.artcentergreenville.org.
About Greenville Center for Creative Arts
Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2015 to nurture artists and art enthusiasts of all backgrounds. Housed in the historic Brandon Mill, GCCA offers diverse programming, including classes, exhibitions, and community events, to foster a thriving arts community in Greenville and beyond.
For more information, please visit www.artcentergreenville.org.
by Jess Abbott | Jun 27, 2024 | News
June 28th, 2024
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Jess Abbott, CEO
Greenville Center for Creative Arts
jess@artcentergreenville.org
Greenville Center for Creative Arts is a Best of South Carolina® Regional Winner
The votes have been counted and the results are in! The Carrie Burns Brown Art School at Greenville Center for Creative Arts is a 2024 Best of South Carolina® Regional winner in Guide to South Carolina’s annual readers’ poll.
Guide to South Carolina readers and editors have weighed in on the best of everything in South Carolina, honoring thousands of businesses and organizations in more than 25 broad business and community sectors.
The process starts with a nomination on the Guide to South Carolina website. Voting remains open throughout the year, with tens of thousands of votes ultimately received. The process culminates with the publishing of the Best of South Carolina Keepsake Annual along with a statewide publicity campaign.
Best of South Carolina winners and nominees are chosen by a combination of readers’ votes and editors’ input, and are vetted through several ranking sites, Better Business Bureau complaint reports, and voting pattern analysis reports. “We are incredibly honored to have the Carrie Burns Brown Art School recognized as a 2024 Best of South Carolina® Regional winner,” said Jess Abbott, CEO at Greenville Center for Creative Arts. “This award reflects the dedication and passion of our entire team, as well as the vibrant community that supports us. We are grateful to the readers and editors of Guide to South Carolina for this prestigious acknowledgment and look forward to continuing our mission of fostering creativity and artistic growth in South Carolina.”
Winners are named in hundreds of individual categories, providing Guide to South Carolina readers with a go-to-guide for the best of everything in South Carolina. Guide to South Carolina recognizes three levels of winners: The Best of South Carolina, Best of South Carolina Regional Winners and Honorable Mentions. Within each category, there are multiple honorees named in each tier, depending on the size of the market sector.
For more information about the Carrie Burns Brown Art School at GCCA, please visit www.artcentergreenville.org.
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is a nonprofit community art center dedicated to inspiring, engaging, and enriching the community through the arts. Located in the heart of Greenville, GCCA offers a wide range of classes, workshops, exhibitions, and events for artists of all ages and skill levels.
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by Jess Abbott | Apr 30, 2024 | News
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Press Contact
Jess Abbott
Chief Executive Officer
Greenville Center for Creative Arts
864.274.0351
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Remembering Carrie Burns Brown: A Pioneer in the Greenville Arts Community
Greenville, South Carolina – April 25, 2024 – The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) mourns the loss of Carrie Burns Brown, a cherished Founder whose pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication transformed the arts landscape in Greenville and beyond. Carrie passed away after a courageous battle with severe COPD, leaving behind a profound legacy that will forever inspire and shape the future of GCCA.
Carrie Burns Brown was more than just a founder of GCCA; she was the driving force behind its establishment and success. Her passion for the arts, coupled with her visionary leadership, laid the foundation for GCCA to become the vibrant hub of creativity it is today. Without Carrie’s vision and tireless efforts, GCCA would not exist, and countless artists would not have had the opportunity to thrive and grow in our community.
In recognition of Carrie’s immense contributions, GCCA is proud to announce that the Art School will be named in her honor: the Carrie Burns Brown Art School at GCCA. This tribute is a testament to Carrie’s lasting impact on the arts community and her commitment to fostering creativity and artistic expression in Greenville and beyond.
“Carrie Burns Brown wasn’t just a visionary; she was the heartbeat of the Greenville arts community, and her legacy will forever ignite the creative spirits of generations to come,” expressed Jess Abbott, CEO at GCCA. “Her unwavering dedication, boundless passion, and inspiring leadership have left an indelible mark on us all. It’s with profound gratitude and a deep sense of honor that we name the Carrie Burns Brown Art School at GCCA, ensuring her memory lives on in every stroke of paint created within these walls.”
Carrie’s service will be held on May 10, 2024, at 11AM at Greenville Center for Creative Arts, located at 101 Abney Street followed by a reception to celebrate her life and legacy. For more information about Carrie Burns Brown’s life and legacy, please visit: https://thomasmcafee.com/obituary/carrie-burns-brown/.
About GCCA:
The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is a nonprofit community art center dedicated to inspiring, engaging, and enriching the community through the arts. Located in the heart of Greenville, GCCA offers a wide range of classes, workshops, exhibitions, and events for artists of all ages and skill levels.
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by Erick Arbe | Mar 5, 2024 | News
Centre Stage and the Metropolitan Arts Council present “Western Light: Earth, Sky, Water” featuring American landscapes by GCCA’s studio artist, Steve Courchaine. The opening reception will be held at Centre Stage Gallery (501 River Street, Greenville, SC 29601) on Friday, March 8, from 6-8 PM. The show will be available to view until April 26, 2024 during Centre Stage Gallery’s business hours, Tuesday-Friday, 2-5 PM.
For over 25 years, artist Steve Courchaine has traveled throughout the American West, collecting reference material with photography and practicing plein air painting. Inspired by the vast western landscape, he observed the clarity of sunlight in the west increases the color saturation found in nature there versus what you might see in the east. This exhibit represents those experiences.
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