2005 Arts Festival Events and Dates
ArtWalk• May 27
All around Decatur
Walk, drive, cycle or ride the Fur Bus! Stops will be located all around Decatur. Locations are keyed to a map of Decatur.
1. Agnes Scott College Fine Arts Exhibition
Dalton Gallery
Dana Fine Arts Building
141 E. College Ave.
www.agnesscott.edu
Juried multimedia exhibition featuring a diversity of artistic viewpoints.
2. Lightroom
115 N. McDonough St.
404-377-6889
www.lightroom.tv
Architectural models and photography developed for some of the companys most recent projects, in addition to work from Georgia artists presented in collaboration with the Vinson Gallery.
A multidisciplinary design studio focusing on residential and commercial architecture and new media design that ranges from web and graphic design to branding and photography.
3. Books Again
225 N. McDonough St.
404-377-1444
www.booksagain-ga.com
More than 30,000 used and rare books in stock on art, literature, poetry, monographs, decorative arts, crafts, architecture and more.
Specializing in out-of-print and rare books.
4. Twains Billiards & Tap
211 E. Trinity Place
404-373-0063
Featuring an ongoing exhibit by Pop Wurtzel as well as an eclectic array of local artwork. Comfy couches allow you to relax while enjoying the artwork.
Billiards, food and drink in an arty atmosphere.
5. Predicate Gallery
121 Church St.
404-370-6050
In the current show, Found, artist Matt DeFrain puts his poetic and lyrical twist on artifacts found in attics, yard sales and flea markets. Symbolism and juxtaposition transform a collection of mundane castoffs into a sophisticated, thought-provoking expression of the artists inner world.
6. Woodruff Medical/Snazzy Scrubs
619 E. College Ave., Suite A
404-499-1777
www.woodruffmedical.com
Works by Jorge Avila-Rojas of Santiago, Chile. Whether he is capturing the anger of the raging sea or the beauty of a vase of flowers, Avila-Rojas breathes life into art. Unique jewelry from South America is also included in this display.
Allied health training, including CPR first aid, and a unique boutique offering scrubs, candies and Burts Bees products.
7. The Corner Pub
627-D E. College Ave.
404-377-0603
www.pubalicious.com
Photographs of details of antique cars, by Judy Kuniansky.
Serving food and spirits in a friendly, neighborhood atmosphere. Open from lunch until late night.
8. Design Coup, Inc.
124 Hillyer Place
404-378-9029
www.designcoup.com
Artwork by Rodney White, who was showcased on ABCs Extreme Makeover, and Sanithna Phansavanh. Jewelry designs by Love Millie Designs, and more. Live music and refreshments.
Marketing, web design, interactive and video communications for a broad range of corporate clients.
9. Function
508 E. Howard Ave.
404-524-3075
Casey McGlyn, a painter from Toronto currently living in New York, will be exhibiting his artwork. The artist has a folk background, but his current paintings are very intricate abstracts.
Function is a strategically focused design and marketing firm for B to B companies.
10. Sycamore Place Gallery
and Studio
120 Sycamore Place
404-352-5938
Flora Rosefsky, a collage artist who draws with scissors, honors her late father-in-law Harry with Time Has Wings. An artist discussion with Sylvia Cross will take place at 8:30 pm. Twelve working artist studios will be open for viewing as well.
The gallery features artist studios, a gallery space, courtyard, childrens work area and a kiln. It hosts special events, including poetry, music and dance, birthday parties, art classes for children and adults, and summer and holiday art camps.
11. Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta
246 Sycamore St., Suite 110
www.lvama.org
Artwork by Dawu of Jacksonville, Fla., formerly an art instructor with the City of Atlantas Bureau of Cultural Affairs. The mixed media exhibition includes seragraphs, African bead painting, clay masks using found objects, pen and ink and line drawings, and collage. Families with children and relationships between couples expressed by human faces and figures comprise the subject matter.
Nonprofit agency dedicated to helping adults reach their literacy goals in reading, writing and speaking English, primarily through one-on-one volunteer tutoring.
12. Mingei World Arts
427 Church St.
404-371-0101
www.mingeiworldarts.com
Award-winning Guyana-born Atlanta artist Donald Locke brings his rich and varied experiences of working and living in South America, Europe and the American South to his work. The mixed-media figural sculptures are part of a series, Joe Potero: Man of Sorrows. The work is being shown courtesy of Solomon Projects.
Antiques, folk art and fine crafts from all over the world.
13. JavaMonkey
205 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-378-5002
Featuring art of the people of the Sierra Leone Amputee Project. Donations of art supplies gave people who lost limbs during their countrys civil war a means of expressing their feelings and experiences. The paintings will be exhibited along with photographs of the artists.
Coffeehouse and wine bar featuring great coffee, espresso, sandwiches, beer and wine, and live music on the patio.
14. Kaleidoscope Boutique
225 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Suite 130
404-378-1214
www.kscopeboutique.com
Jamaican-born artist and graphic designer Errol Tomlinson demonstrates a passion for art in acrylic, pencil and mixed media. His work includes portraits, group scenes, still life, landscape and abstract compositions and has been displayed most recently at the Jamaican Consulate in Toronto.
Friendly, fun, contemporary mens and womens boutique offering a wide range of designer denim, dresses, and sportswear both functional and fabulous.
15. Rue de Leon
131 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-373-6200
A taste of Europe in downtown Decatur, featuring the old and new in home and garden dcor, antiques, framing and original artwork.
16. Blue Moon Designs, Inc.
418 Church St.
404-378-1114
tlross@mindspring.com
Featuring jewelry by Linda Jones-Brickjer, Isabel Jones, Ann McWilliams, Colorful Cords and Julie Simon; raku by Soon Creations; garden artistic pottery by Mazi; glass art by Siyeh studio, and iron sculpture by Kirk Johnson.
Home furnishings, lighting and unique gift items such as jewelry and candles.
17. That Pottery Place
412 Church St.
404-371-4557
thatpotteryplace@hotmail.com
Enjoy activities such as pottery- bead jewelry making and pottery painting. Have your picture drawn by a professional artist on your favorite pottery. A fun-filled evening for the whole family.
Contemporary paint-your-own pottery studio providing a great place for birthday parties, showers and other special events.
18. Re/Max Executives
314B Church St.
404-378-9300
www.atlantagahomes.com
Join hosts Emilie Markert, Kimberly Merritt, Sue Sneed, Kathy Walmsley and Tara Ann White as they present an Art Bazaar featuring artistic works by clients and friends. Handmade jewelry, functional earthenware, oil paintings, ironwork garden art, digital/mixed media artwork, and edible fruit flowers are included.
Premier real estate organization serving Decatur, Atlanta, Gwinnett and North Fulton, celebrating 20 years of assisting families in making the right move.
19. Academe of the Oaks and The Waldorf School of Atlanta/Several Dancers Core Studios
139 Sycamore St.
404-405-2173
www.waldorfatlanta.org
Intellect through Art exhibit featuring outstanding creative work from students at Academe of the Oaks and The Waldorf School of Atlanta. The two schools provide a rich and rigorous Waldorf education for preschool through high school students.
20. Square Roots
117 E. Court Square
404-371-9900
www.squareroots.com
Self-taught artist Kathy Stalker paints on wood, tin and other recycled items. Her style is whimsical, comical and sometimes inspirational and mostly drawn from her beloved animals. A unique retail shop celebrating its four-year anniversary, featuring whimsical works by local and regional artists.
21. Lenz, Inc.
119 E. Court Square, Suite 201
404-373-2021
www.lenzmarketing.com
A selection of original artworks from Vinson Gallery, as well as performance and mixed-media artwork.
Full-service marketing company that integrates marketing, public relations and design solutions for your one-stop communications shopping.
22. Vinson Gallery
404-370-1720
119 E. Court Square
www.vinsongallery.com
Landscapes and Decaturscapes is a group exhibition featuring new landscapes by Russian artist Sergey Cherep and English painter Iantha Newton. Ruth Franklin's latest Decaturscapes will be unveiled along with photographs by Shawn Vinson. The show is open during the entire arts festival and continues through June.
Contemporary paintings, drawings, prints and photography.
23. Brick Store Pub
125 E. Court Square
404-687-0990
www.brickstorepub.com
Displays of international artists from neighboring Vinson Gallery.
Serving 15 world-class draught beers, a fine selection of singlemalt scotches and an eclectic selection of bottled beer, served in a friendly, low-key atmosphere.
24. Community Bandstand On the Square
Back for the sixth year, the
Decatur Arts Alliance brings you
DJ SoFly. Enjoy his groovy mix
of classic disco, soul, funk and
rock.
25. By Hand South
112 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-378-0118
www.byhandsouth.com
The jewelry of Regina Imbsweiler is featured, including a wonderful selection of rings in both silver and gold, with and without stones. Also on display are earrings, pins and pendants to dazzle the eye!
Selected as a Top 10 Retailer of American Craft by Niche Magazine, By Hand South showcases the work of more that 300 American craftspeople in pottery, jewelry and art glass, as well as wood, fiber and metal.
26. Temple Gallery
108 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-371-8826
www.dcarts.org
Visit a special exhibition of photographs of Vietnam veterans by Marvin Rhodes, accompanied by interviews telling their individual stories. The book of this work, Testify!, was published 20 years ago and remains relevant in current times.
A nonprofit gallery committed to bringing innovative art and artists to the community. Sponsored by the DeKalb Council for the Arts.
27. Film Festival
Holiday Inn Select
130 Clairemont Ave.
Watch and critique films from independent filmmakers on this final evening of the Decatur Film Festival.
28. Decatur CD
356 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-371-9090
decaturcd@bellsouth.net
The distinctive artwork of James L. Stanley is featured. The artist, who works in many media, will be on site to discuss his work between 7 and 10 pm. His current passion is creating threedimensional wooden sculptures painted in acrylic and oil, which has earned him the nickname Jigsaw James.
Specializing in all genres of music and striving to serve the eclectic musical needs of the Decatur community.
29. Chrysalis Gallery, Inc.
153 Ponce de Leon Place
404-378-6012
www.chrysalisgallery.com
Temporarily closed. Check website for updated information
30. Beacon Dance Studio
410 W. Trinity Place
404-270-9799
Breaking New Ground, a program of new dance works by local and national choreographers. Enjoy a complimentary beverage as you are treated to the best new works of some of the areas most exciting dance makers. Afterwards, share your thoughts and ideas with the artists during a post-performance reception. On exhibit will be the fine art photography of Lori C. Teague. A complete Breaking New Ground program containing information about the performances will be available at the festival and at www.decaturga. com.
31. The Seen
321 W. Hill St., Suite 7A
404-377-0733
www.theseengallery.com
Featuring works in metal both hanging and freestanding by Corrina Mensoff, Marshall Davis, and Marc Maiorana. Commercial art gallery in Oakhurst Village showcasing more than 52 artists and a variety of media.
32. Short & Sweet Studios
409 Mead Rd., Suite 4
404-377-1285
www.shortnsweetstudios.com
Along with their own movies, Short & Sweet Studios will display the work of a dog portrait artist and a child portrait artist. A pet photographer and a childrens photographer will also be on hand to provide services to the guests who are in the market for a professional photo of their dogs, children or both.
Using green-screen technology, the studio can star your dog or baby in a heartwarming movie complete with actors, dialogue, music and credits.
33. Creative Spirit Gallery
650-A East Lake Dr.
404-377-0022
www.csgallery.com
From fused glass to paintings, photography, pottery, stained glass and jewelry, the gallery boasts more than 50 local emerging artists. Come and meet these talented artists and enjoy wine and cake as we commemorate our second-year anniversary!
Fine art, crafts, jewelry, handmade soaps and candles. Classes in pottery, stained glass and jewelry.
>Map of ArtWalk locations (PDF)
ArtWalk Committee:
Becky Sizemore, Bill Carpenter,
Shawn Vinson
Sponsor: The Fur Bus |
