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‘Sisters Singing Jazz’ is back with the last show in our series featuring the amazingly talented Nicole Henry. It’s going to be a soulful night with amazing music! Get your tickets now before they are gone! We will see you on June 9. 🤍 {link in bio}

✨ Artist in Residence Open Studio ✨ Join us at 701 CCA for a special Open Studio with current Artist in Residence Katelyn Chapman—an intimate look inside her studio practice and evolving body of work during her residency. Chapman’s paintings explore memory, rural Southern life, and storytelling rooted in the culture and landscape of the Midlands. Come meet the artist, step inside the creative process, and experience the work as it unfolds. 📅 May 16, 2026 🕑 2:00–6:00 PM 📍 701 Center for Contemporary Art, Columbia, SC @kschap #701CCA #KatelynChapman #ArtistInResidence #OpenStudio #ColumbiaSC

🎶 Experience art in a whole new way at Woven Sound — an evening of live, improvised music inspired by the current exhibition, By Hand & Machine at 701 CCA. Led by @engelhardtaustin and an ensemble of incredible musicians, this one-night performance will transform the gallery into a living, breathing collaboration between sound, space, technology, and human connection. As the exhibition explores the relationship between handcraft and machine, this immersive performance invites audiences to experience art collectively — where every note, moment, and interaction becomes part of the work itself. Join us Wednesday, May 13, for this unique fusion of contemporary art and live music. Come experience art — and sound — together. ✨ 📍701 Center for Contemporary Art ⏰ Event details at 701cca.org #701CCA #ColumbiaSC #LiveMusic #ContemporaryArt #ByHandAndMachine Repost from @engelhardtaustin • Coming up soon! Join us on May 13 at the 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, SC for an evening of live, improvised music inspired by the exhibition “By Hand & Machine.” I’ll be leading an ensemble of incredible musicians as we create music in real time, shaped by the artwork surrounding us. This exhibition explores the space between handcraft and technology. While art is often experienced individually, its meaning is never fixed; it’s shaped by context, environment, and shared presence. This performance transforms that experience into something collective and alive. Come experience art—and sound—together.

Join us for a conversation with some of the Artists featured @701cca current exhibition, By Hand & Machine, on display until May 17th. By Hand & Machine: A Virtual Conversation When: Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm EST Where: Virtual – Via Zoom (link in profile) This conversation will be moderated by Heather Powers, a textile designer & collections advisor. Participating Artists Include Kristy Bishop @kristy_bishop_studios Amalia Galdona Broche @galdonaba Catharine Ellis Amy Putansu @putansutextiles Christine Tedesco Please RSVP using the link in our profile & a zoom link will be sent to you. FREE to attend, this event will be recorded. Works in this reel also include tapestry weavings on exhibit by @jonericriis (faces & jacket with heart🫀).

What a colorful afternoon at 701 CCA! 🎨✨ Our “Pigment to Paint” workshop with Artist-in-Residence Katelyn Chapman was filled with creativity, curiosity, and hands-on fun as participants learned the fascinating process of making paint from natural pigments. From grinding materials to mixing vibrant colors, everyone got a behind-the-scenes look at the art and history of paintmaking. It was incredible to see people connect through creativity, experiment with new techniques, and leave inspired (and a little more colorful than when they arrived 😉). A huge thank you to Katelyn Chapman for leading such a unique and engaging workshop, and to everyone who joined us for this special experience at 701 CCA! Stay tuned for more upcoming workshops, exhibitions, and events. 🎨💫 Follow 👉 @kschap #701CCA #ColumbiaSCArts #ArtistInResidence #PaintMaking #PigmentToPaint

Last call for this amazing workshop!!!! Link in bio to make your own oil paints with @kschap 😊😊😊

🎨 Ever wondered where color really comes from? Step behind the canvas and into the process. Join us at 701 Center for Contemporary Art for our Pigment to Paint Workshop with Artist-in-Residence Katelyn Chapman—a hands-on experience that transforms raw materials into something extraordinary. In this one-of-a-kind workshop, you’ll learn how to create your own oil paints from scratch—grinding natural pigments, mixing your own colors, and uncovering the rich history behind them. No experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands a little messy. ✨ Leave with your own handmade paints ✨ Discover the origins of color ✨ Learn directly from a working artist Spots are limited—don’t miss your chance to connect more deeply with your creative process. 🎟️ Register now at the link in bio 🎥: @juliavanderpoolart 🎨: @kschap #701CCA #ColumbiaSCArts #ArtWorkshop #CreativeProcess #ContemporaryArt

Join us for a conversation with some of the Artists featured @701cca current exhibition, By Hand & Machine, on display until May 17th. By Hand & Machine: A Virtual Conversation When: Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm EST Where: Virtual – Via Zoom (link in profile) This conversation will be moderated by Heather Powers, a textile designer & collections advisor. Participating Artists Include Kristy Bishop @kristy_bishop_studios Amalia Galdona Broche @galdonaba Catharine Ellis Amy Putansu @putansutextiles Christine Tedesco Please RSVP using the link in our profile & a zoom link will be sent to you. FREE to attend, this event will be recorded. Works in this reel also include tapestry weavings on exhibit by @jonericriis (faces & jacket with heart🫀).

Midlands Gives is more than a day of generosity—it’s a catalyst for creativity. 🎨 When you support 701 CCA, your donation directly fuels bold exhibitions, provides meaningful opportunities for artists-in-residence, and makes workshops and programs accessible to our community. It’s how new ideas are sparked, voices are amplified, and Columbia’s contemporary art scene continues to grow. Every dollar helps us create space for artists to take risks—and for audiences to experience something unforgettable. Be part of what’s next. Give today and invest in the future of art in our community. @cccf_midlands #MidlandsGives #701CCA #SupportTheArts #ColumbiaSCArts

Coming up soon! Join us on May 13 at the 701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, SC for an evening of live, improvised music inspired by the exhibition “By Hand & Machine.” I’ll be leading an ensemble of incredible musicians as we create music in real time, shaped by the artwork surrounding us. This exhibition explores the space between handcraft and technology. While art is often experienced individually, its meaning is never fixed; it’s shaped by context, environment, and shared presence. This performance transforms that experience into something collective and alive. Come experience art—and sound—together.

The impact of giving during Midlands Gives is felt every day at 701 Center for Contemporary Art. Your support doesn’t just fund programs—it creates opportunities. It brings exhibitions to life that challenge and inspire, gives artists the time and space to create through residencies, and opens the door for the community to experience contemporary art through workshops and events. Because of these donations, 701 CCA remains a place where ideas grow, artists are supported, and Columbia’s creative community continues to thrive.

“By Hand / Machine” at 701 Center for Contemporary Art explores the evolving relationship between what we make—and what we let machines make for us. From intricate hand-crafted works to pieces shaped by digital processes, this exhibition invites you to look closer at how art, labor, and innovation collide. Experience the work of contemporary South Carolina artists pushing boundaries across mediums and ideas—challenging how we define creativity in a rapidly changing world. 📍 701 Whaley Street, 2nd Floor 🕐 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 1–5 PM Free and open to the public. @handwork2026 #701CCA #ColumbiaSCArts #ContemporaryArt #SCArtists #ArtExhibition ByHandMachine