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VISITING ARTISTS



The Gibbes strives to provide access to contemporary art through a vibrant Visiting Artist series.

Complementing our exhibition program, the Visiting Artist series promotes creativity, introduces new art forms, provides perspective on larger community issues, encourages freedom of thought, and connects with the broadest possible audience.

The program features eight artists annually whose work contributes to a new understanding of art in the South. The Gibbes extends invitations to both emerging and nationally recognized artists of all backgrounds and is committed to cultivating an experience that is diverse and affirming.



Program Details

2025 Visiting Artist studio sessions are tentatively scheduled for:

January 6 - February 16 (Session I) February 21 - April 6 (Session II)
September 1 – October 12 (Session III) October 27 – December 7 (Session IV)

Visiting Artists receive a weekly honorarium and one-time materials stipend. Following the residency, artists will have the opportunity to exhibit works in the Ruth and Bill Baker Art Sales Gallery and collaborate on exclusive products to be sold in the Museum Store. There are also opportunities to lead adult workshops and participate in virtual programs.

Future applicants are encouraged to consider the following themes: environmental conservation, social justice, health and wellness and innovation and incorporate one or more in their proposal, introducing their current studio practice, artwork content and type of project they would pursue in-residency.

Applications for the 2025 Visiting Artist Program will be accepted August 1 – September 30, 2024. All submissions will be reviewed by a committee of Gibbes Museum of Art staff members and diverse arts professionals. Entries must be submitted via Slideroom. Before you apply, please download and review the information below:

Requirements and Rules, Eligibility, and FAQs

For general questions about the Visiting Artist program, please contact Jordan Sprueill, Associate Curator of Contemporary Initiatives and Visiting Artists at [email protected].

CURRENT VISITING ARTISTS
Christopher “Kolpeace” Johnson

Christopher “Kolpeace” Johnson

Johnson's imagery offers a contemporary graffiti homage to his culture. 

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Joshua Parks

Joshua Parks

Park's photography presents new images of the lowcountry 

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UPCOMING VISITING ARTISTS
ALUMNI
ALICE COLIN: Where Are You From?

ALICE COLIN: Where Are You From?

Alice Colin returns to the Gibbes for a solo exhibition

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Karl Zurfluh

Karl Zurfluh

Centered around health and wellness, with influences from punk and hip-hop culture, Zurfluh's paintings document his journey of grief and healing. 

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Tianxing Xu

Tianxing Xu

Xu's paintings mirror images from his memory, often appearing overexposed and spotty as a means of reconstructing lost stories.

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Lisa Kerr, PhD, MFA | Visiting Artist Limited

Lisa Kerr, PhD, MFA | Visiting Artist Limited

Dear Human: Exploring Common Humanity  Health Through Poetry

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JAE JENKINS | A Solo Exhibition

JAE JENKINS | A Solo Exhibition

A solo exhibition by former Visting Artist, Javontae "Jae" Jenkins. 

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KENNARD KENNEDY HBCU SHOWCASE

KENNARD KENNEDY HBCU SHOWCASE

Students and Graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities display their artwork. 

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Reynier Llanes | Visiting Artist Limited

Reynier Llanes | Visiting Artist Limited

Reynier Llanes will be in residence at the Gibbes Museum for a limited time. 

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Dorothy Netherland

Dorothy Netherland

What started as painting on glass has gradually expanded to include making large mixed-media works and installation.

 

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Events
Literary Gibbes: Martyr!

Literary Gibbes: Martyr!

We will discuss Martyr! A Novel by Kaveh Akbar, inspired by the new permanent installation by Raheleh Filsoofi.  

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Thresholds: A 3-Part Performance Experiment

Thresholds: A 3-Part Performance Experiment

Threshold: A 3-Part Performance experiment brings together live electronic music and dance for an unforgettable experience at the Gibbes Museum. Charleston's first Poet Laureate, Marcus Amaker (as tap...

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Celebrating the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art Exhibition Tour

Celebrating the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art Exhibition Tour

Please join Society 1858 for an intimate insider exhibition tour led by special guests sharing their personal experiences with the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art.

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Celebrating the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art Exhibition Tour

Celebrating the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art Exhibition Tour

Please join Society 1858 for an intimate insider exhibition tour led by special guests sharing their personal experiences with the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art.

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