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Invited Artist Series

McMaster Gallery

School of Visual Arts and Design - University of South Carolina   /   Deadline: 10/15/25

McMaster Gallery, the contemporary art gallery serving the University of South Carolina campus in Columbia, SC, is accepting proposals for exhibitions by artists working in all disciplines.
The McMaster Gallery welcomes exhibition proposals for new and existing work made by artists working in all disciplines and media. Located on the first floor of McMaster College, the home of the School of Visual Arts and Design, the McMaster Gallery serves as the central location for contemporary art on the University of South Carolina's downtown Columbia campus. McMaster Gallery seeks proposals for innovative and professional exhibitions that lead key conversations in contemporary art making, support curricular initiatives, and broaden student experience. At least three accepted exhibitions will take place in the planning period. Exhibition Proposals may be solo or group shows. A total budget of up to $2,500 per exhibition is offered to cover travel and accommodation reimbursement, visitor's fee, and/or other expenses, subject to budget approval.
To apply, go to: https://universityofsouthcarolina-yrckc.formstack.com/forms/invited_artist_mcmaster_gallery_26_27

Location

McMaster GallerySchool of Visual Arts and Design University of South Carolina1615 Senate StColumbia, South Carolina 29208

Fees

$0 - Free

Eligibility

All artists over 18 years of age

Requirements

Please have the following files ready for upload:
1) Cover letter
2) CV
3) Proposal document with public programming ideas.
4) 2~5 sample images or a link to an online portfolio

Considerations

Examples of previous exhibitions and complete facility information about McMaster Gallery are available here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/v9iwtet5vw79fkz6klo3f/h?rlkey=x74i9uy3oyn8p00b6pynewefs&dl=0

Contact Information

Giordano Angeletti
1615 Senate St
Columbia, SC 29208

P: 803-777-4236
W: https://universityofsouthcarolina-yrckc.formstack.com/forms/invited_artist_mcmaster_gallery_26_27
E: svadgallery@mailbox.sc.edu