The Reserve at Lake Keowee presents fourth annual ARTISPHERE Getaway Contest

Artisphere Arts Festival in Greenville SC near Lake Keowee Real EstateNow in its fourth year, The Reserve at Lake Keowee is pleased to once again sponsor the Artisphere Getaway Weekend contest. One lucky winner will receive a complimentary package to enjoy Artisphere, a nationally-ranked outdoor arts festival taking place May 10-12 in downtown Greenville, S.C. The contest has already kicked off and participants can enter to win on the Artisphere website or on The Reserve at Lake Keowee’s website here. Entries are due by 11:59 p.m. on April 28.

One lucky winner will receive a two-night, three-day luxury experience in the nationally-acclaimed upstate of South Carolina. The Westin Poinsett Hotel, the city’s only four-diamond hotel located in the heart of downtown Greenville, S.C., joins the Getaway Contest this year by including a complimentary one-night stay for the winner on the evening of May 10. This historical hotel provides perfect, walking-access to the festival, as well as other must-see Greenville attractions.

On May 11, the winner will enjoy complimentary overnight accommodations within The Reserve at Lake Keowee’s picturesque Guest House, complete with on-site activities at The Reserve, two weekend VIP hospitality passes to Artisphere, and a $250 gift certificate to spend on art while at the festival.
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The Reserve and its Community Foundation Lend Support to Local Artists

The Reserve at Lake Keowee’s Hill House Gallery is displaying Governor’s School for the Arts Exhibit and hosting Blue Ridge Arts Tour this spring, plus learn about our ARTISPHERE Getaway Contest to Highlight Greenville’s Signature Arts Festival…

The Reserve at Lake Keowee community, together with its Community Foundation, announced today three current initiatives to support local artists. The community has partnered with the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities to exhibit the work of the school’s artists; in addition, it will host the works of four artists in the Blue Ridge Arts Center’s POP Tour next month.  The Reserve has also committed to a Collector-level sponsorship of ARTISPHERE, Greenville’s Arts Weekend, by offering an “ARTISPHERE Getaway Weekend” contest that features accommodations and activities at The Reserve coupled with $500 spending money at ARTISPHERE.

“The Upstate’s thriving arts community enriches each of the families who live in or own property at The Reserve,” said Mike Agee, the community’s director of marketing. “Our community is proud to host two exciting local art exhibits and support ARTISPHERE again this year; both are ways we can ensure the arts continue to flourish in our area for years to come.”

“The Kids Are Alright” Governor’s School for the Arts Exhibit
For the remainder of the month, a collection of landscapes from the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (GSAH) will be on display at The Reserve at Lake Keowee’s Hill House. These pieces come from the school’s permanent collection and were created by students who are now alumni of the school. The selected works were completed while each artist was a student at the school; they are of a variety of media and sizes.

The GSAH Visual Arts Program develops students’ conceptual and creative skills with studio work including drawing, painting, ceramics, graphic design, metals, photography, printmaking, two- and three-dimensional design and sculpture. Students work with established artists to prepare portfolios for higher education and careers in the arts.

 “We are delighted to support the work of the Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities with our ‘The Kids Are Alright’ exhibit,” added Kathryn Coleman-Gravely, Executive Director of The Reserve at Lake Keowee Community Foundation. “We are exhilarated by the talent, energy and passion this next generation of artists demonstrates already.”

“The Kids Are Alright” Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities traveling exhibit will remain at the Hill House, located at 534 Pine Grove Church Road in Sunset, S.C., until March 30.  For more information, call (864) 481-4010 or email Kathryn Coleman-Gravely at kgravely@reservekeowee.com. Foundation-sponsored events and classes are open to the public.

 “Hang it UP!” Blue Ridge Arts Tour
The Reserve’s Hill House Gallery will host the Blue Ridge Arts Center’s POP Tour on April 30 and May 1 and display their “Hang it UP!” exhibit from April 4 to May 19. The exhibit will feature the work of four Georgia artists: Kathy Bryant, Henley Cleary, Diane Geiger and Barbara Bryant Hart.  These artists, in addition to offering their works for sale, will also be doing live demonstrations.

Kathy Bryant, an artist specializing in woodwork and mixed media, turns what would become waste into dazzlingly creative projects. Henley Cleary creates uniquely beautiful pieces of jewelry. Diane Geiger’s work includes drawing, acrylic painting, printmaking, papermaking, ceramics and encaustic painting, and is known for her vivid use of color. Barbara Bryant Hart, who works with cold wax and oil, encaustic and mixed media, has traveled extensively and has many juried shows to her credit.

“Each of the four artists whose works will be featured in ‘Hang it UP!’ adds a vibrant aesthetic and a singular perspective to the exhibit,” commented Coleman-Gravely. “We are thrilled to showcase theirRead More Here

» Learn more about The Reserve’s Community Foundation.
» The SC Governor’s School art exhibit, “The Kids Are Alright”
» The Blue Ridge Art Center’s POP Tour.
» Enter the ARTISPHERE Getaway Contest.

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Video: Sights and Sounds from Greenville’s 2010 Arts Weekend—ARTISPHERE

GREENVILLE – Main Street was a great place to be last weekend for the 2010 Artisphere festival. Crowds of fun-seekers, expected to number more than 100,000, enjoyed free entertainment, culinary arts, and three days of picture-perfect weather to enjoy and purchase art from more than 120 artists. The six-year-old festival has already received national recognition, ranking sixth out of 600 fine arts festivals in Greg Lawler’s Art Fair Sourcebook, up from 46th in 2008. The 2010 festival has been named one of the top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, its third such honor.

The Reserve at Lake Keowee partnered with ARTISPHERE to sponsor an Artist-in-Residence getaway contest in the festival’s VIP Hospitality tent. Read more here to learn more about how The Reserve supports the arts.

Video: Your Carolina morning show spotlights The Reserve at Lake Keowee Artisphere Weekend Contest

March 25, 2010 – WSPA channel 7 morning show, Your Carolina with Jack and Kimberly, interviewed Artisphere executive director Kerry Murphy and The Reserve at Lake Keowee Community Foundation board member Barbara Evans to share the excitement of our 2010 Artisphere Weekend contest and to learn more about how The Reserve supports the arts. The contest registration form is available online through April 29th with a chance to win weekend accommodations, a credit for club and lake activities at The Reserve, and $1,000 in gift certificates to spend on art at Artisphere.

Contest to highlight Lake Keowee and Greenville’s signature arts festival—ARTISPHERE

The Reserve at Lake Keowee has partnered with Greenville’s annual art festival—ARTISPHERE to create a new getaway contest showcasing one of Lake Keowee’s most exciting communities and Greenville’s signature art festival. The prize winner will be announced April 30th, winning luxury accommodations, a credit for club and lake activities at The Reserve, and $1,000 in gift certificates to spend on art along artist’s row.

We are excited to come together with The Reserve at Lake Keowee to promote the arts in this unique way,” said Kerry Murphy, the festival’s Executive Director. “This getaway weekend is a first for ARTISPHERE, Greenville's Artisphere Weekend May 7-9, 2010and it dovetails so nicely into The Reserve community’s existing Artist-in-Residence program that we feel sure this contest will get a high response from our web site visitors and those who plan to join us for ARTISPHERE this spring.”

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Greenville’s Artisphere festival receives a Top-10 Ranking

Greenville's Artisphere Weekend May 7-9, 2010Artisphere, Greenville’s Arts Weekend, recently received a Top Ten ranking in Greg Lawler’s Art Fair Sourcebook for the 2009 Festival. In the Fine Art category, Artisphere placed 6th out of 600 shows, up from 46th in 2008. In the Contemporary Craft category, Artisphere was ranked 12th out of 600, up from 59th in 2008.

The 5th annual Artisphere event will be held in downtown Greenville May 7-9, 2010. Visit the official Artisphere website for event maps and details.