Mount Pleasant is fostering an exciting arts scene in 2025, with several local artists making waves through juried shows, public events, and regional recognition. Below are artists to watch this year, selected for their unique styles and recent achievements.
2025 Spotlight: Local Artists
Julia Vanderpool
A Mount Pleasant native, Julia Vanderpool is recognized for her striking silkscreen and screen printing work, earning a South Carolina Arts Commission Emerging Artist grant this year. Her creations reflect coastal influences and experimental techniques.
Sweetgrass Basket Makers
A feature of the annual Sweetgrass Festival, these artisans uphold the rich Gullah tradition of sweetgrass basket-making. Many basket makers will exhibit and sell their work at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park on July 26, 2025.
Perspective Gallery Artists
Perspective Art Gallery hosts frequent spotlights on local talent, including new copper patina works and a rotating display of emerging creators throughout 2025.
Tracy Gansrow
An artist with formal training and regional exhibitions, Tracy Csoka Gansrow has received recent attention for her innovative approach to mixed media. Her work is being featured in local shows and collaborative events.
Pleasant Prairie Artists
Richard Berns, a multi-disciplinary artist from the region, is noted in exhibitions such as the RAM Artist Fellowship and Emerging Artist Exhibition, alongside other notable creators with ties to Mount Pleasant.
Art Events & Supporting Organizations
The Mount Pleasant ArtFest and Sweetgrass Festival are two must-attend events showcasing local artists in a festival setting, with opportunities for new creators to participate and engage with the community.
The South Carolina Arts Commission offers grant support and professional mentoring to select emerging artists in 2025, including Julia Vanderpool and other regional creators.
Mount Pleasant’s vibrant mix of tradition-rich crafts and contemporary artistry makes 2025 an exciting year for local art exploration. Keep an eye on the above artists at gallery shows, public festivals, and juried competitions as the year unfolds.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.scartshub.com/announcing-the-next-emerging-scartists-cohort/)
[2](https://www.ramart.org/exhibit/ram-artist-fellowship-and-emerging-artist-exhibition-2025/)
[3](https://abcnews4.com/news/local/lowcountry-artists-invited-to-showcase-their-talents-at-21st-annual-sweetgrass-festival-wciv-abc-news-4-2025-charleston-area-events-mount-pleasant-memorial-waterfront-park-gullah-culture-history-culture)
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