Tag: art
Columbia public artists aim to brighten spaces, inspire activism
From yarn bombing to murals, public art has become an important part of the Columbia community — and, for some artists, a force for change.
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From the Vista to Five Points: Local artist unveils Fritz the Robot
A new robot head sculpture in Five Points is local artist Clark Ellefson’s latest contribution to Columbia’s art culture.
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Stand-up comedy comes to New Brookland Tavern
The Five Points club is now hosting a weekly comedy open mic – downtown Columbia’s third regular all-comers comedy event.
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ArtFields show highlights past winners just before its next festival
The ongoing exhibit showcases past winners from the popular ArtFields art walk in Lake City.
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701 CCA Open Studios brings attention to artists in Midlands
Open Studios’ self-guided art tour, hosted by the 701 Center for Contemporary Art, gives art lovers a chance to explore different studios.
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Historic Columbia neighborhood hosts community art market
Melrose Heights will host more than 100 local artists and vendors during this year’s Melrose Art in the Yard.
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Iconic outfits by SC native, now a Met Gala designer, featured in new exhibit
Sergio Hudson has designed garments for Vice President Kamala Harris and former First Lady Michelle Obama.
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How Columbia is capturing its unique perspective on Black history
Columbia Museum of Art’s new exhibition showcases the Midlands’ Civil Rights history, including the Black business district on Columbia’s Washington Street.
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Meeting Street market showcases local artisans’ work
The West Columbia market gives local artists and craftspeople the opportunity to showcase their work. Take a look and see what they offer!
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South Carolina folk art preserves the past by moving forward
Folk artists are keeping tradition alive by adapting to changing times and selling and talking about their work in a growing Midlands marketplace.
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Columbia’s first animation studio is brought to life
Local artists in the Midlands can now pursue a career in animation professionally with the opening of Roc Bottom Studios.
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African martial sciences with Columbia’s grand matriarch
Columbia’s grand matriarch of African martial sciences, Mama G, and her students discuss the practice amid its success in major films.
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