Support Us Button Widget
Sponsored Content

Meet the local artists named 2023 Dwain Skinner Fellows

Sponsored by
Photo of local artist Dwain Skinner

Greer native Dwain Skinner, a talented artist who participated in Greenville Open Studios for the first time in 2019, sadly passed away that same year — this fellowship program was created to honor his memory.

Photo provided by the Metropolitan Arts Council

It’s almost time for Greenville Open Studios, which will celebrate its 21st year of providing free and convenient community access to visual arts November 11-12.

This year, 23 new artists will be joining the Open Studios roster. Did you know? Each year, the Open Studios Executive Committee selects five new artists to be recognized as Dwain Skinner Fellows. This program was created to honor the late Dwain Skinner’s creative influence and legacy within our community.

The 2023 Dwain Skinner Fellows are:

Help MAC keep the arts thriving

More from GVLtoday
Here’s how you can turn your old photos and records into a piece of Greenville history.
We think it might be time for GVL to get a flag of its own.
We’re sharing 10+ spots for watching sports in Greenville.
As “Top Chef” kicks off its filming, with plans to shoot in Greenville, alumni of the show and other fan-favorite television chefs are descending on our city for the 20th annual euphoria festival.
Directly north, east, south, and west of GVL, cities across the world await.
From Luke Bryan to The Lumineers, get your tickets to these upcoming concerts in Greenville before they sell out.
It’s been 40 years since Connie Payne had her wedding dress preserved at a Greenville dry cleaner (that has since closed). When she pulled out the dress for her daughter to try on ahead of her 2026 wedding, it wasn’t her dress.
From tailor-made clothes to craft beverages — try these experiences curated specifically to your needs.
We asked where you’d put one in GVL, and you sent in your ideas.
The bread type is reaching new heights in popularity, and we’re here to help you find the best loaves in GVL, or start making your own.