The Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) revealed its 2026‑27 Brandon Fellows on Monday, naming four young visual artists who will occupy dedicated studios and receive extensive support for the next twelve months. The fellowship, created to nurture emerging talent between the ages of 18 and 25, reflects the diversity of Greenville’s vibrant arts scene.
Fellows and Opportunities
Havva, Kat, Hassan and Shakira were chosen from a competitive pool of applicants. Each will enjoy a private studio, complimentary access to GCCA’s classes and workshops, and the chance to exhibit their work throughout the year. In addition, the fellows will teach in the Center’s Aspiring Artists workshop series, which takes place at local community centers and Title I schools, giving them a platform to share their skills with the next generation.
Program Goals
Ben Tarcson, gallery director and program manager for the Brandon Fellowship, emphasized that the initiative is more than an artist‑in‑residence program. “We ask our Fellows to treat the Fellowship as a springboard into becoming visual‑arts leaders in our community,” Tarcson said. He added that the Center looks forward to seeing how each artist will grow their practice, connect with residents, and become active contributors to Greenville’s cultural life.
History and Impact
Since its inception in 2015, the Brandon Fellowship has supported roughly three dozen artists, many of whom have gone on to exhibit regionally and nationally. The program’s emphasis on mentorship, community engagement, and professional development aligns with GCCA’s broader mission to make the arts accessible to all Greenville residents.
Upcoming Event
The new fellows will move into their studios ahead of GCCA’s Night Shifts event on Sept. 4, a showcase that highlights the Center’s current exhibitions, performances and student work. The evening will give community members a first look at the studios and an opportunity to meet the artists who will shape Greenville’s visual‑arts future.
Local supporters, educators and families are encouraged to attend Night Shifts and to follow the fellows’ progress through GCCA’s upcoming exhibitions, workshops and outreach programs.
Original reporting: Greenville Journal — read the source article.
