About Us
Greenville’s
Contemporary
Art Gallery
At Thornback Gallery, we partner with emerging and boundary-pushing artists to present thoughtfully curated collections that challenge conventional ideas of contemporary art. Through exhibitions that span mediums and perspectives, the gallery creates a platform where experimentation and bold creative voices take center stage. By connecting collectors, artists, and the wider community, Thornback Gallery is helping expand the artistic landscape of Greenville while signaling a fresh and evolving Southern art conversation.
Art Director
Robin Aiken
Robin Aiken is the Director of Thornback Gallery in Greenville, South Carolina, where she curates contemporary exhibitions that broaden the scope of work shown in the region. Through Thornback, she champions complex and thought-provoking; creating space for work that challenges expectations and expands cultural dialogue.
A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, Robin pairs academic grounding with hands-on arts leadership. She also serves as Visual Arts Programs Director at Artisphere, overseeing the juried artist selection process for one of the nation’s top-ranked fine art festivals and working closely with both emerging and established artists from across the country.
In 2026, Robin expanded her commitment to Greenville’s creative ecosystem with the opening of Hive Artist Studios. Through her leadership across these platforms, she is dedicated to strengthening the city’s evolving cultural landscape.
