Looking for a few exciting and meaningful art events in Atlanta this fall? Major galleries often feature highly publicized exhibitions, but you can also support the arts by visiting some of the small pop-up art events around town.
Make your autumn season one to remember by adding these underground art scene events to your calendar!
Love Marks the Spot| Wednesday, September 9
12 p.m. at the Kai Lin Art Gallery. Up and coming mixed media artist Jeremy Brown showcases his deeply moving exhibition on the complexities of love at the Kai Lin Art Gallery in Midtown through September 9. For more information, call the Kin Lin Art Gallery at 404-408-4248, or email yukai@kailinart.com
Howardena Pindell Solo Exhibition | Thursday, September 17
Featured through December 5, 2015
Starting at 10 a.m. at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art. Visit the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art this season to witness the avant-garde pieces by artist and writer Howardena Pindell. Pindell's experimental use of paper and canvas will both move and intrigue you as you experience the artist's work. Read the AJC's review of the exhibit here.
Poetic Voices of the Muslim World: Islamic Art | Tuesday, September 22
12 p.m. at the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Central Library. Considered one of the most important forms of art in Muslim culture, poetry has ancient origins and truly speaks to the beauty and heritage of the Muslim peoples throughout the world. Experience this meaningful and important poetry alongside some of the most dynamic and stunning Islamic art throughout September at the Central Library, One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta 30303. For more information, email librarycomments@fultoncountyga.gov.
First Thursdays DowntownArtsWalk | Thursday, October 1
5 p.m. starting at the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library. Take a walking tour around historic downtown Atlanta while you view the artwork of local featured artists. While you stroll, you can see sidewalk exhibitions from multiple artist collectives and galleries, brought to you by the First Thursdays Downtown Artswalk. For more information, call 404-658-1877, or email info@atlantadowntown.com.
Between Bloodlines and Floodlines | Friday, October 2
8:30 a.m. at the SCAD Gallery 1600. Pulling from her heritage in the Deep South, artist Tameka Norris addresses the poignant issues involving poverty, social injustice and race following Hurricane Katrina. Norris' moving exhibition, "Between Bloodlines and Floodlines," touches on personal experiences she felt when her grandmother's home was destroyed by the hurricane, and the aftermath it left behind. Contact the SCAD Gallery 1600 for direction and more information at 404-253-2700, or email scadatl@scad.edu.
Atlanta Arts Festival | Thursday, October 24 - Friday, October 25
10 a.m. at Piedmont Park. The annual Atlanta Arts Festival will feature a local artists market, performers, artist's demonstrations, live music and festival food. With free admission, you won't want to miss this amazing event! For more information, visit www.atlantaartsfestival.com or email info@atlantaartsfestival.com.
For more art coming to Atlanta this fall, check out the AJC's Fall Arts Guide.
