The holidays are upon us, so come shop the boutique full of handmade gifts for your loved ones!
We’ve got some fantastic new inventory just in time.
Cute, delicate charm necklaces from Crave.
Lovely clutches and shoulder bags from Crystalyn Kae
From Phil Barbato, adorable monster plushies, scarves, and onesies for your little one
And last but definitely not least, kinetic boat toys from Make Waves, LLC
We excited to carry a new vendor, Patrice Cake Metalsmithing!
Patrice uses traditional metalsmithing tools to cut, saw, file, hammer and engrave, and is trying to reveal the softness in copper, silver and gold. Her goal in each piece can loosely be described as sort of a layered simplicity which aims to find a permanent comfortable spot on the body.
Copper + 14K Gold Hoops
Copper + 14K Gold Hoops”Fireflies” – Copper, CZ stones, and silver pendant
“Lovestruck” – Copper, brass, and silver pendant
This week, we have more new, awesome inventory!
Gorgeous necklaces and earrings from Garnett Jewelry.
A quirky mix of old and new by Beat Up Creations!
We have some wonderful new items in the shop this week!
Masa Sasaki’s beautifully intricate ceramic works
Exceptional jewelry by Crafts and Love
Adorable knitted ankle booties by Korke Kids
Marty May ties and tees for men and women
Want to support some more local art initiatives after checking out our latest show The Lotus Eaters this upcoming Saturday? Following the fun and friends at Young Blood, head on over to another exciting event with BURNAWAY, a non-profit online magazine that encourages dialogue about art with their headquarters in Atlanta. This Saturday they’re holding their annual fundraiser Ruins & Rebirth, “A wicked party for a worthy cause: supporting the online magazine that fuels the movement for local art!” This year’s theme encourages artists to focus on the cycles of change throughout Atlanta’s rich history. Plenty of artists will be showing their interpretations of this idea through art, theatrical recitations, music and dance performances and other readings. The event will be held at The Granite Room at 211 Peters St from 7pm-11pm. Hope to see you there for an exciting night of artistic celebration!
We are very excited about our July show, “Sea Change”. The opening reception is July 7th, 7-10 PM! We hope to you see you there!
Here’s a little about the artists:
Kent Knowles was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on March 5, 1975. The son of an Air Force Chaplain, he grew up traveling around the world, exhibiting an interest in art at an early age. While attending high school in Europe, Kent was introduced to the large-scale figurative paintings of the Old Masters. His current work reflects an interest in the technical aspects of traditional painting as well as the expressive qualities of figure, pattern and design in contemporary art. In addition to working as a visual artist, Kent is a screenwriter, filmmaker and author of the children’s book Lucius and the Storm (Red Cygnet Press, 2007).
Sarah McCallum studied studio art at the University of Georgia where she earned her BFA in painting in 2003. After completing her masters in art education, she taught elementary school art in Gwinnett County before following her dreams of becoming a full time studio artist. She lives and works in Athens, GA with her husband and son. Her large-scale paintings and smaller drawings often feature frenetic swarms of unusual sea creatures, anthropomorphic hairstyles, and fantastical flora and fauna. The horror vacui of these densely packed compositions contain a multitude of certain dynamics and interactions between a host of bizarre characters. Amidst the flotsam and jetsam of bright and sometimes garish colors, universal archetypes and symbols are revealed.
Well, looks like there was a few things I missed the other day. Big things. Silly me. Teehee.
Athens, Georgia based artist David Hale (one of our favs) will be debuting a new body of work Saturday, June 2nd titled, “St. Francis” at ABV Gallery! This body of work seeks to illuminate the fundamental similarities between all mythologies and mystical teachings by merging Christian Mythology with Native American and Pagan Mythologies. Limited edition prints will be available for the show!
Check out This promotional video for \”St.Francis\”.
How did this slip my mind is what I am most concerned about… seeing as how I can’t even get into our small bathroom at the front because there’s SO MUCH SWAG!!!!!
It’s the Indie Craft Experience!
EVENT FEATURES:
- Swag bag for the first 250 attendees each day. Totes designed by Sarah Keys and The Argyle Academy and printed by Fallen Arrows
- DJ Zano
- LeahAndMark.com photo booth
- Vintage finds from Salvage vendors
- Craft competition with the Atlanta Institute of Stitches and Crafts
- Food from Ursa Minor Coffee, Good Food Truck, King of Pops and Bookie Macarons
- Free Art Swap – Bring a piece, take a piece. Liven up your home with new art.
- Lounge area designed by Blue Eyed Yonder
We all have old art that we have lost that lovin’ feelin’ for. So take it here and find it a new home and take something new home with you!
Happy Hump Day!
xox
Dayna
This weekend is going to be a very eventful weekend! So many awesome things going on!
Well, we can start off the weekend with Mint Gallery’s closing party for “As the City Sleeps”.
It’s your last chance to see the show and Brandi Supra and Sean Fahie will be there along with the other artists, Nikita Gale, Jane Garver, Emily Pidgeon, and Estela Semeco, to answer all your questions.
Saturday, June 2nd, don’t try to even tell me you don’t have anything to do, cause I will know you are lying.
Artlantis is going to be kicking off at 10:00am and going on until 7:00pm. There will be food and drink vendors, lots of booths with amazing artists! Also there will be plenty of free ear candy from the following bands: Dog Bite, Hip to Death, Faun and a Pan Flute, Kid Pyramid, Ghost Bikini, Wet Rainbow, Mirror Mode, and Muleskinner MacQween.
Here are some vendors we think you need to keep an eye out for!
KING OF POPS! (nomnom)
BRETT MIOTTIi & SAMANTHA CLABORN
Summer fest will also be in full effect June 2-3!
THEN, it’s Ponce Crush!
We will be hosting the opening of Photographer Andrea Fremiotti!
Caroline Annandale and my dear friend Johnathan Welsh, both whom are extremely talented artists, will be showing new work at Kibbee Gallery this Saturday night!
You can’t miss any of this stuff!
xox
Dayna
Happy Friday!
The Mr. and I just returned from a whirlwind road trip around the Southwest! It was exciting not knowing where I’d be staying until minutes before arriving some days and rejuvenating to drive down open highway through deserted back roads surrounded by mesas and deserts (even if down one such lonely highway we forgot to bring water–oops!).
Sometime during the middle-ish of the trip we floated through Tucson and ran across a little reminder of home! In a cool warehouse district (think-Castleberry Hill in the middle of the desert) I came across MAST.
Combining found vintage items and handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, etc. artist owners Sofie, Tasha, and Mellow have created a space that is eclectic yet cohesive, with a strong point of view. And what a lovely view it is! Check out some of my favorite things!
Love the burlap covered furniture and handmade light pendants!
I need this horse lamp in my life! And look at that mirror!!!
Mast is a must-visit if you find yourself in Tucson!
And definitely go with enough time to have brunch at Tooley’s Cafe next door!
The mexican wedding cookies are worth it on their own!
XO,
Rebecca
Hey ya’ll!
I was just admiring one of my favorite artists and I just thought I would share with you all.
Jen Mann is a Canadian artist living just outside of Toronto. Since her graduation with a BFA in printmaking from OCADU, she has since then focused on painting and developed a large body of work, which explores the subconscious, and focuses on ideas of freedom, perceived beauty, identity and home.
Gathering of the Psyche Collection: (Most recent collection)
“Glow”, 22″X30″, Oil on Canvas
“Self Reflection”, 36″X48″, Oil on Canvas
“Stripes and Petals”, 40″X60″, Oil on Canvas
Toxic Love Collection:
“Delphinium”, 30″X36″, Oil on Canvas
“Milk Weed”, 30″X36″, Oil on Canvas
“Perry Winkle”, 30″X36″, Oil on Canvas
“Hydrangea”, 30″X36″, Oil on Canvas
Subconscious Vista Collection:
“Two Sides of the Wind”, 30″X36″, Oil on Canvas
“July Flame”, 48″X60″, Oil on Canvas
“Mars the Grackle and the Two Headed Girl”, “36X48″, Oil on Canvas
Jenn Mann rules, end of discussion.
xox
Dayna
