Artists Guild Gallery of Greenville
Located in the heart of Greenville, South Carolina
representing 18 local, award winning artists
200 N. Main St., Greenville, SC
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am to 5pm
Sunday: 1pm to 5pm
APRIL GUEST ARTIST
MARY ADAM
“From the Mountains to the Coast”
MEET THE ARTIST
FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 6-8PM
Mary grew up in Greenville attending the Fine Arts Center and the SC Governor’s School for the Arts. She earned her B.F.A. in Drawing and Painting from the University of Georgia. She spent her early professional years in New York City, gaining experience in galleries, auction houses, and museums. This led her to complete her M.A. in Arts Administration from Columbia University. After returning to Greenville in 2003, she founded the Artisphere festival and spent 20+ years working locally for museums, theatres, and cultural organizations.
About five years ago, Mary made a pivotal shift in her career, returning to her own art-making and committing herself fully to building a second career as a professional artist. She is now a practicing landscape and portrait artist working in oil painting, pastels, and graphite drawing. Her landscape practice includes painting en plein air on location at scenic sites throughout the Carolinas, as well as developing larger, more refined works in the studio. An avid hiker and backpacker, Mary completed a solo through hike of the 77-mile Foothills Trail last year. Her outdoor adventures and love of nature serve as both inspiration and reference material for her paintings.
In addition to landscapes, she accepts portrait commissions, specializing in children's portraits. Taking a traditional approach to portraiture, she is known for capturing a strong likeness and creating timeless family heirlooms.
Mary is a member of The Portrait Society of Atlanta (PSA), The Metropolitan Arts Council (MAC), the Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA), and the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA). She continues her pastel and oil painting education through attending professional workshops and plein air events throughout the region. She enjoys participating in MAC’s Open Studios event each fall and has exhibited work in local and regional exhibits. Mary’s landscapes and children’s portrait commissions fill the homes of collectors and families throughout the Southeast.
Website: maryadamartstudio.com
Email: mbevell@aol.com
Phone: 864-320-5251
GALLERY NEWS
CATHY TATE'S LATEST COMMISSION
Gallery artist, Cathy Tate was commissioned by homeowners, Mike & Wendy Spargo, to create a 6 foot by 6 foot centerpiece for their beautiful mountain home. They wanted a landscape, but in Cathy’s representational abstract style. After the piece was created, the Spargos shared this photo of a very special place in South Africa called Mjejane. They decided to title the piece after this game and safari preserve.
“Mike is from South Africa… and we visited a friend of his who bought a house in the Mjejane game reserve… just outside of Kruger National Park, a renowned preserve and safari. Literally translated, Mjejane means black rhino. We came to associate one’s special place, the place one calls “home”, with Mjejane. So, when we built our house in Marietta, we refer to it as Mjejane. A special place for us.”
AGGG WELCOMES JEFF SPEARMAN
The Artists Guild Gallery of Greenville welcomes Jeff Spearman. His work is now on display.
AGGG ARTISTS ACCEPTED TO JURIED EXHIBITION
John Pendarvis and Dale Cochran have been accepted to the 51st Annual Juried Exhibition at the Anderson Arts Center. The exhibition opening reception is Friday, April 10th and will be on display until Friday, May 22nd.
SARAH FARRAR'S LATEST MURAL COMMISSION
AGGG artist, Sarah Farrar, recently completed a mural for Mitchell Road Elementary. Sarah comments on this project:
My latest mural work with a Greenville County School is rooted in reflecting the identity and values of each school community. At Mitchell Road Elementary, I designed two murals that visually embody the “Mustang Mission,” celebrating effort, curiosity, leadership, and growth through bold color, movement, and engaging imagery. By translating these guiding principles into vibrant, immersive environments, the work not only enhanced the space but reinforced a shared culture of encouragement, resilience, and pride for every student.
I’m deeply grateful to Principal Warner and the school PTO for the opportunity to contribute to such a meaningful project.
