SC Creative Connectors

04/02/2026

Hey if you can make it come out to this event, myself and Xavier have some of our artworks are on display at the I.P. Stanback museum of planetarium on the campus of South Carolina State University!

09/07/2025

Call for art! Newberry Opera House annual exhibition. Deadline is Sept 19th. Submit your entries here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZfwEZ9mrFTWlepBo5F2MypasmmsTM3PM1AVC9UEeVrO5GzQ/viewform

04/26/2025

They should start a singing group together!

04/26/2025

04/26/2025

04/26/2025

Mr. E putting in some work!

02/07/2025

CALL FOR ARTISTS! The Black Business Expo hosted at Newberry College is making a call for black artists to exhibit their work. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work and network with business owners and local artists. Artists throughout South Carolina are encouraged to participate. Drop off is at noon, Feb 23rd, 2025 - 1121 Spears St, Newberry, SC. Bring an easel or pedestal to display your work.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from the Creative Connectors Group! 🦃🍂

We are truly grateful for each of you who has been part of our journey, sharing your talents, creativity, and unwavering support. Your contributions have helped us grow into a vibrant and inspiring community.

This Thanksgiving, we celebrate you—our amazing members—who make this group so special. Thank you for being with us every step of the way. Here's to creating, connecting, and thriving together in the days ahead.

Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday filled with joy, gratitude, and love! 💛

With heartfelt thanks,
The Creative Connectors Team

11/11/2024

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making the Festival of Arts and Lights, inspired by the Indian Diwali Festival, a reality. Thanks to the participants, we were able to create an event that allowed people to leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for Indian culture and traditions. The goal of introducing Indian culture to our American communities was a great success, and I hope everyone will carry these beautiful memories with them. We look forward to gathering again next year to celebrate.

Here are some stunning moments captured at the event, showcasing the spirit and vibrancy of Diwali. Once again, a special thanks to all those who traveled long distances to support us, and to the Hampton Friends of the Arts for hosting this wonderful event. We can't wait to return next year with even more exciting activities and fun for all.

11/04/2024

TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW!
This is going to be a very special event next Saturday. We have a new art exhibit by Indian artist Rajasekhar Yarraguntla. There will be a kid's Art Zone, demonstrations, dancing, music, Indian food, Bollywood film clips, and hundreds of lights on Lee Avenue. You won't want to miss it!
10:30am : Stanley Arts Center doors open
11:00am : Opening Ceremony & Artist Talk
11:30am : Setup for Golu/Bammamala koluvu ("Festival of Dolls" these festive displays of dolls and figurines are typical in India during the Autumn season.)
12pm : Kids Art Zone opens
12pm - 2pm : Rangoli making (Rangoli is an ancient Indian art form that involves creating intricate patterns on the floor. Rangoli is typically made using materials like powdered limestone, red ochre, dry rice flour, colored sand, quartz powder, flower petals, and colored rocks. The designs are created using the thumb and forefinger.)
3pm - 4pm : Cultural programs. Enjoy traditional music and dance performances.
5pm : Lighting of the lamps. Join us for the lighting of hundreds of (LED) candles on Lee Avenue in a tribute to the festival of Diwali.

All Day:
*Henna Tattoos : Henna tattoos are a temporary form of body art that uses a dye paste made from the leaves of the henna plant to create elaborate designs on the skin. ($)
*Indian food Vendors ($)
*Jewelry and craft vendors ($)
*Bollywood explosion : India's booming film industry produces musical films that have become famous around the world. Bollywood short films and clips will be shown throughout the day inside the Palmetto Theater .