The Gallery: A Premier Arts Collective Podcast

PAC Art Room Coordinator Dalphine Woodward shares how a welcoming community art space became an anchor during her experience of being unhoused, and how she now helps make that refuge available to others. We discuss creativity, belonging, dignity, faith, and the volunteers and participants who make the room a true community space.

Chapters

00:00 Dalphine’s connection to the art room and its impact

03:06 A community space where visitors can simply be

06:53 Art supplies, creative freedom, and a participant’s model home

09:18 How the room became an anchor and a ministry

12:31 Making room for beginners, learning, and emotional expression

16:25 Why art communicates beyond conversation

18:05 A child’s pottery and a poem about being seen

21:18 No pressure to perform: the room’s creative community

25:17 A welcoming culture shaped by volunteers

34:45 Visiting the art room and supporting its work

37:46 Art supplies, dignity, and equal footing for every artist

If you are interested in donating to the Art Room, visit premierartscollective.com/give.

If you are interested in volunteering or donating art supplies, reach out to us at [email protected]

On this episode of The Gallery we’re joined by Shauna Galloway-Williams, CEO of the Julie Valentine Center (JVC) - whose mission is to provide hope and healing to those who have been impacted by child abuse or sexual assault. We discuss the work of JVC in the community, Premier Arts Collective’s longstanding partnership with JVC, and Exhibit V: Believe, an art installation built around the question “What were you wearing?” and the power of believing survivors, pairing advocacy, education, and creative expression.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:11) How JVC began as South Carolina’s first rape crisis center

(02:25) What services JVC provides today across crisis, advocacy, counseling, and prevention

(08:28) Why the center’s numbers matter and why so many cases never get reported

(14:54) How victim advocacy and legal advocacy work in court and with law enforcement

(17:44) The center’s approach to survivor empowerment and informed choice

(20:22) Shauna’s journey 

(33:42) JVC’s full-time chaplaincy program

(43:41) How arts-based therapy supports trauma recovery

(50:31) The idea that sparked Exhibit V and the meaning of “Believe”

(52:15) Reclaiming the question “What were you wearing?”

(57:08) Turning statistics into a physical, emotional experience

(58:15) The listening station and the weight of survivor stories

(60:32) Why the exhibit was risky but necessary

(62:44) The emotional response from JVC staff seeing their own work reflected back

(65:32) Looking ahead to a future exhibit and the response from survivors

(67:10) How to contact JVC for help, volunteering, or support

After losing four brothers, battling complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction, Jennifer McGraw tried everything to deal with the pain of loss. It wasn't until a simple clay exercise at PAC's Kaleidoscope event that she discovered art therapy, and everything began to change.Continuing our conversation, Jennifer shares how art therapy got to the roots in ways years of talk therapy couldn't. She describes breakthrough moments from her own sessions, the ways God intersected her path with Premier Arts Collective's, and how the healing has rippled outward, even reaching her son.Today Jennifer is off medication, finishing a counseling degree, and dreaming of a future where she can bring healing to people who'd never walk into a therapist's office on their own. Her story is a living reminder that healing doesn't have to be pretty, and that we're all a work in progress.To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com. To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give.Chapters:00:00 Healing Through Art Therapy07:13 The Impact of Kaleidoscope Event11:21 Understanding Art Therapy21:17 The Subconscious and Creative Expression

After years of battling complex PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief from the loss of four brothers, Jennifer found unexpected healing through art therapy. A simple art exercise at PAC’s Kaleidoscope event became the turning point, unlocking emotions words could never reach. Today, she’s off medication, pursuing a degree in counseling with a focus on art therapy, and passionate about helping others heal. Her journey is living proof: healing is happening.

In part one of this two-part episode, Jennifer McGraw shares her inspiring journey of healing from complex PTSD, grief, and addiction through art therapy. Discover how her experiences with loss, anxiety, and substance abuse shaped her path to recovery and her passion for helping others heal.

To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com.

To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give. 

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:46 Navigating Grief and Loss

06:59 The Impact of Anxiety and Panic

09:34 Coping Mechanisms: The Struggle with Self-Harm

14:32 The Cycle of Addiction and Recovery

20:52 Unraveling the Impulse: Understanding Self-Harm

24:09 The Impact of Substance Abuse on Relationships

28:32 Navigating the Path of Recovery

33:04 Turning Inward: The Journey of Self-Discovery

37:36 Finding Healing Through Art Therapy

In part two of our "Year in Reflection" conversation, Logan and Mariah continue sharing powerful stories of impact from PAC's therapeutic art programs and the lives they touch. This episode pulls back the curtain on what a therapeutic art or music experience can truly feel like and why creativity belongs to everyone, not just those who consider themselves artists.

Logan and Mariah explore how therapeutic art breaks down barriers to entry by creating spaces where skill, experience, and labels no longer matter. Participants are invited simply to show up, engage, and express. The pressure to perform or to perfect is absent from these spaces. Permission to explore, feel, and heal is freely given.

To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com.

To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

05:15 The Heart for Creating the TAS Certification

09:55 Bridging the Gap

13:35 Creating the Therapeutic Arts Specialist Certification

29:06 New Partnership in 2025

34:59 Who we are Serving Through our Programs

42:35 Stories of Hope from our Programs

1:05:02 New Programs in 2025: The Dream Center and Metro Hope

1:25:44 Invitation to PAC's Mission

Join us as we reflect upon the year that was 2025! In part one of this two-part episode, Logan and Mariah look back on the major events and experiences PAC had the privilege of being a part of in 2025. We discuss the K-LOVE and Summer Worship Nights Cruises, supporting Ryan Ellis on his “Better Days” tour, Kaleidoscope, and more! 

To learn more about Premier Arts Collective, visit premierartscollective.com.

To partner with us in our mission, visit premierartscollective.com/give.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction

02:45 - Art & Music Experientials at Sea

13:30 - Silent & Live Auctions on the Cruises

15:14 - Introduction to Mission Excursions

17:24 - “The Fisherman’s Wife”

26:02 - Mahala Wynns (Grand Turk)

33:22 - Haitian Batey (Dominican Republic)

40:50 - Other Key Mission Excursion Moments

44:14 - The Ryan Ellis “Better Days” Tour

58:30 - The Value of Relationships

1:03:30 - Kaleidoscope: The Listening Room

1:10:09 - The Origins of Kaleidoscope

1:13:09 - Art is Language for the Soul

1:18:08 - Kaleidoscope: An Immersive Art Experience + Fundraiser

On this episode of The Gallery, PAC CEO Gene Krcelic joins us and delves into the origins and history of Premier Arts Collective. We explore Gene's personal journey from the music industry to leading a nonprofit organization and the evolution of the Premier Foundation to Premier Arts Collective.Join us as we reflect on our path to becoming who we are today.

Chapters

00:00 The Genesis of Premier Arts Collective

06:17 Navigating the Nonprofit Landscape

12:54 Engaging with Communities

18:44 The Power of Arts in Humanitarian Work

25:09 A Transformative Journey to Cambodia

31:11 Empowering Through Support and Community

34:10 Art as a Healing Medium

36:37 The Journey into Art Therapy

40:52 Rebranding for Clarity and Impact

45:48 The Power of Arts in Healing

51:51 Moments of Significance and Faith

Chelsea Fraser is a wife, mother, poet, musician, and arts administrator of galleries, a performing arts center, and arts community in Greenville, SC. She has been published in Ekstasis Magazine, The Dewdrop, Vessels of Light Journal, Persephone Literary Magazine, and The Way Back to Ourselves Literary Journal. Her debut poetry collection, The Mother Tree, released this spring through “Vine & Shoots Publishing.” She has been a featured poet at Inkwell creative gatherings.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Chelsea Fraser, exploring the intersection of art and faith and how creativity can serve the church and community. We discuss the historical context of art in Christianity, the challenges artists face within church settings, and the importance of creating spaces for artistic expression. Chelsea shares insights on her journey as an artist and the role of community in nurturing creativity.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:35 The Intersection of Church and Art

08:53 The Role of Artists in Faith Communities

14:05 Creating Opportunities for Artists in the Church

18:31 Closing Thoughts and Book Promotion

Purchase The Mother Tree: https://bit.ly/4nn2UgS

Learn more about Chelsea: https://chelseafraserwrites.com

Kaleidoscope Info & Tickets: https://premierartscollective.com/kaleidoscope

Partner with PAC: https://premierartscollective.com/give

Chelsea Fraser is a wife, mother, poet, musician, and arts administrator of galleries, a performing arts center, and arts community in Greenville, SC. She has been published in Ekstasis Magazine, The Dewdrop, Vessels of Light Journal, Persephone Literary Magazine, and The Way Back to Ourselves Literary Journal. Her debut poetry collection, The Mother Tree, released this spring through “Vine & Shoots Publishing.” She has been a featured poet at Inkwell creative gatherings.

In this episode of The Gallery, Chelsea Fraser shares her journey as a poet and artist, discussing the impact of motherhood on her writing and the transformative power of creativity. She reflects on her hiatus from writing, the challenges of balancing family life, and how her experiences have shaped her artistic expression. Chelsea emphasizes the importance of community and faith in her creative process, ultimately viewing her work as a means of healing and connection.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:26 The Journey of Writing: From Pause to Resurgence

13:31 The Impact of Motherhood on Writing

20:31 The Role of Poetry in Processing Emotions

Purchase The Mother Tree: https://bit.ly/4nn2UgS

Kaleidoscope Info & Tickets: https://premierartscollective.com/kaleidoscope

Partner with PAC: https://premierartscollective.com/give

Welcome to The Gallery: A Premier Arts Collective Podcast. In this extended trailer, hosts Logan Rice and Gene Krcelic share PAC's heart behind launching The Gallery. This podcast was born out of the simple truth that stories matter and they deserve to be shared. At PAC, we’ve seen firsthand how the arts can bring healing and hope to individuals and populations in our local community of Greenville, SC, and around the world. Behind every painting, song, and workshop is an individual's story. That’s why The Gallery exists. It’s a space to lift up those stories. The stories of everyday people, world-renowned artists, nonprofit and ministry leaders - anyone whose life has been impacted by creativity. In this episode, Logan and Gene talk about:- Why capturing stories is PAC’s true “return on investment”- How the arts intersect with life’s deepest pain and greatest hope- Personal moments where music and visual art shaped their own journeys- What you can expect from future episodes of The GalleryLike walking through an art gallery, each episode will offer something unique, surprising, and hope-filled.