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Inside Constance Thalken's Whitespace Gallery talk
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (141+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta Here’s some of what was shared. Thalken was calling the project “Fragments of an Elegy” until a workshop audience reacted poorly to the title. Stuck for a replacement, she and a friend looked into alligator…...
Atlanta artist Dana Lieberman on painting for the Kennedys
3+ week, 4+ day ago (344+ words) Dana Lieberman has spent the past three years working in abstract art. Layered, texture-heavy paintings made from acrylic, charcoal, plaster and found materials. She’s also a yoga and meditation instructor, practices that shape how Lieberman works, leaning into feeling as…...
New Edmonia Lewis exhibit at Georgia Museum of Art
1+ week, 4+ day ago (246+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta That tour, capped at 30 people and starting at 2 p.m., is the next public entry point into “Edmonia Lewis: Said in Stone,” on view at the Georgia Museum of Art in Athens through Jan. 3, 2027. “Said in Stone…...
The Atlanta News Quiz for August 29
2+ week, 1+ day ago (153+ words) It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you do by sharing on Instagram, Facebook, or X @RoughDraftATL. This week’s quiz is sponsored by Ahlers & Ogletree....
Spelman to host lectures by acclaimed artists Amy Sherald and Calida Rawles
2+ week, 1+ day ago (317+ words) Rough Draft Atlanta The Atlanta University Center Art History + Curatorial Studies will host its first Distinguished Lecture Series of the academic year on Sept. 1 featuring Atlanta University Center alumni artists Amy Sherald and Calida Rawles at Spelman College. The artists…...
Inside Idea Capital's Susan Antinori Visual Artist Award
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (455+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta Susan Antinori’s path to funding Idea Capital’s Susan Antinori Visual Artist Award began with a neighbor and friend. Atlanta curator and arts advocate Mary Stanley sits on the Idea Capital Steering Committee. Through her, Antinori…...
Tucker's autumn arts: Performances and workshops to enjoy this season
3+ week, 5+ day ago (171+ words) Related story: DeKalb County gathers feedback for new cultural arts plan Sept. 4, 7 p.m. Why Am I Still Single? Sept. 26, 4 p.m. Stand Up for Pride Comedy Night Sept. 26, 7 p.m. Mama Debbie’s Art Emporium Nov. 21, 2 and 8 p.m. Londzell Performing Arts Theatre Sept. 8, 6 p.m. Sept. 20, 2 p.m....
Upcoming auction to feature works by Keith Haring, Dale Chihuly, and more
2+ week, 6+ day ago (223+ words) Ahlers & Ogletree is pleased to present its Modern & Contemporary Art & Design Auction taking place Sept. 2 and 3, with a preview reception on Tues., Sept. 1 from 5-8 p.m. during which celebrated artist Philip Moulthrop will discuss his work. This two-day sale brings together an…...
Southern quilt exhibit arrives at Carrollton museum
3+ week, 3+ day ago (446+ words) Wednesday, Aug. 19 — The South has never needed an invitation to be part of the American fine-art conversation. We’ve shown up, regardless, with something significant to contribute — and always will. Proof of the second is displayed on the walls of the…...
Upcoming art openings in Atlanta and Edgewood district
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (358+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta What it takes to stay Wednesday, Sept. 9 — Talent gets a career started. Support is what keeps it going. Since 2018, the nonprofit Idea Capital has proven that point by partnering with philanthropist Susan Antinori to provide…...