When editors at Sierra, the magazine of the venerable Sierra Club, were looking for art for the cover of the 2014 September/October issue, they contacted Atlanta artist Pam Longobardi. An eco-activist known for her creations made of found ocean…
The controversial art installation that was removed from Kennesaw State University’s Zuckerman Museum of Art in the spring has a storied life. Artist Ruth Stanford is now selling pieces of the work to pay veterinary bills for her dog,…
Stacie Lindner, managing director of the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center (ACAC) since 2008, is leaving her post on March 14. The news comes at an awkward time, less than two weeks since ACAC artistic director Stuart Horodner announced his…
As Atlanta celebrates gay pride this weekend, the High Museum of Art is seizing the opportunity to build its relationship with the gay community. On Thursday night the museum will host a “Dalí Pre-Pride Party” as a prelude to…
Breaking news: The Atlanta-based foundation Possible Futures continues to kindle the flurry of excitement it has generated in the Atlanta art world this month. The new foundation has announced a challenge grant to boost student and artist membership at…
SlowExposures, the photography celebration in Pike County that focuses on images of the rural South, will offer its first photography portfolio review next month with an impressive panel including two luminaries from The New Yorker. Elizabeth Biondi, visuals editor…
Louise Bourgeois, who died on Monday at age 98, will be remembered for her metaphoric sculptures exploring themes of death, sexuality, and fear. The giant metal spider Maman, which the French-born artist called “an ode to my mother,” may…
