Artists Market May 24-25, Memorial Day Weekend. Events throughout May.

Located on and around the Square in Downtown Decatur. Ride MARTA’s east line directly into the festival. Brought to you by the Decatur Arts Alliance.



Friday, May 23 • 5-10 pm • All around Decatur • It’s Free!

Walk, cycle or ride the Fur Bus! Stops are located all around Decatur.

Pick up a map at any of the locations listed below.


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. Exhibition runs through June 1.

2. Alexia Gallery
335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-373-1969
www.alexiagallery.com


Work by artist Liz Bishop, who teaches at the Spokane Art School and recently displayed her work with the Art Ambassadors Program in Tunisia, North Africa.  

Alexia’s jewelry services include repairs, custom design, appraisals, watch batteries and watch repairs.

3. Beacon Hill Arts Center
New Dance Festival • 8 pm
410 W. Trinity Place
404-377-2929


Enjoy a complimentary beverage while watching exciting new dances by local and national choreographers. Share thoughts and ideas with the artists during a special post-performance reception. Reservations recommended.

4. Boogaloos Boutique
246 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-373-3237
www.boogaloosboutique.com


Featuring two local artists: Jamie Diane Wenker, antique chandelier pendants and necklaces with multi-layered chains; Robyn Canady, stylishly classic handmade pieces with vividly colored stones.

A women’s clothing and accessories store specializing in must-have fashions for women of all ages.

5. Books Again
225 N. McDonough St.
404-377-1444
www.booksagain-ga.com
Large selection of out-of-print art books.


A used-book store specializing in rare and out-of-print books.

6. Boswell Gallery
153 Ponce de Leon Place
404-377-4778
www.boswellgallery.com


Featuring artists Liz Williams and Dawn Kinney Martin, and new works by Elliott Boswell.

A fine art and sculpture gallery.

7. By Hand South
112 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-378-0118
www.byhandsouth.com


Local artist Regina Imbsweiler will show a selection of her jewelry.

By Hand South showcases the work of more than 300 American craftspeople.

8. Dancing Goats Coffee Bar
419 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-687-1100
www.dancinggoats.com

9. Decatur Eye Care
321 W. Hill St., Suite 6
404-371-8777


Visit Decatur Eye Care in the Solarium and enjoy the artwork offered by The Seen Gallery.

Vision care in a friendly and inviting setting.

10. Heliotrope
248 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-371-0100
www.heliotropehome.com


Gift store full of fun selections for the home, special occasions and more.

11. Hoopla
414 Church St.
404-371-9485
www.hooplakids.com


Featuring local artists who specialize in children’s fashions, accessories and art.

Creative children’s boutique with educational and imaginative toys; retro favorites; hip trends in children’s clothing, shoes and accessories.

12. Jill Celeste Gallery
321 W. Hill St., Suite 7B
404-373-4702
www.jillcelestegallery.com


Stop by to see a solo art exhibition and enjoy a glass of wine. Exhibitions featuring painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media and glass are co-presented with Palate Café and Wine Bar.

13. Junor Gallery
114 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-377-2255


Preview the upcoming show commemorating Caribbean American Heritage month in June.

The gallery exhibits fine art from around the world, with emphasis on local artists.

14. Kaleidoscope Boutique
252 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-378-1214
www.kscopeboutique.com

15. Kavarna
707-A East Lake Dr.
404-371-1113
www.instantkavarna.com


Artwork at Kavarna was chosen for the ArtWalk by The Seen Gallery.

European-style café-bistro-coffee shop.

16. Little Shop of Stories
133 E. Court Square
404-373-6300
www.littleshopofstories.com


Featuring the art work of local children’s illustrators and members of SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators).

Children’s bookstore.

17. Mingei World Arts
427 Church St.
404-371-0101
www.mingeiworldarts.com


Robey Tapp, an area art teacher and docent at the Carlos Museum, uses paper and fiber to produce mixed media pieces, including handmade books and dolls.

Mingei is a direct importer of folk art, fine craft, jewelry, antiques, and textiles from artisans all over the world.

18. Opus Winds Classical Music
308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Suite D
404-370-0507


Join us for live music and shop for handmade jewelry from 5 to 7 pm. Becky Sizemore will show new jewelry designs with colorful lampwork glass beads, semiprecious stones, pearls and sterling silver.

Opus Winds offers American and European printed music, musical gifts, accessories and artwork, keyboard and instrumental lessons.

19. R&R Exchange
533 W. Howard Ave., Suite B2
404-377-5505
www.randrexchange.com


Featuring jewelers Brian Gibney, a metalsmith who makes wearable art, and Joanne Hernandez, who uses sterling silver, vintage cast glass and other unusual materials.

R & R Exchange, an event boutique offering unique accessories and gifts, is also available for private parties, fundraisers and birthdays.

20. Speak…Easy! Literary Arts Festival
Old Courthouse on the Square

Opening the Literary Arts Festival, Speak…Easy! is a celebration of the literary arts in music, voice and art.

21. Squash Blossom
113 E. Court Square
404-373-1864
www.squashblossomboutique.com


Colorful Zulugrass necklaces, earrings and bracelets are handcrafted and dyed by Maasai women of Kenya.
Zulugrass provides economic opportunity for the women and their families. Purchase a Zulugrass accessory and watch a demonstration of all the ways to wear it.

Squash Blossom offers funky everyday comfort in clothing and features major designers like Free People, Michael Stars, Lucky Brand and more.

22. Steinbeck’s
659 East Lake Dr., Suite B
404-373-1116
www.steinbecksbar.com


Artwork on exhibit was chosen for the ArtWalk by The Seen Gallery.

Intimate pub serving oysters and more.

23. Sycamore Place Gallery and Studios
120 Sycamore Place
404-377-7747
www.sycamoreplacegallery.net


Opening reception for Adolescent Series, photography by Rose Barron. Enjoy live music and 13 open artist studios.

24. DeKalb Council for the Arts
Temple Gallery
108 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Suite 200
404-371-8826
www.dcarts.org


Shelter and Sanctuary – a solo show of new and recent work by mixed media artist Flora Rosefsky. Largely inspired by her Jewish heritage, Rosefsky’s work also reveals universal themes for all faiths and backgrounds.

25. The Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur
One West Court Square, Suite 110
866-856-6203
www.artinstitutes.edu/decatur


The annual Cool vs. Cruel Competition challenges fashion design students from Art Institutes across North America to reinterpret haute-couture garments, using animal-friendly synthetics and plant-based resources. The entries are judged by more than three dozen celebrity judges. Results are displayed in this exhibit, a collaboration between the Art Institutes and the Humane Society of the United States.

26. The Seen Gallery
321 W. Hill St., Suite 7A
404-377-0733
www.theseengallery.com


New work by Kathy Wolfe, exploring the rich colors of digital printing. She has taught and lectured on photography in Atlanta.

A multi-discipline art gallery offering a unique setting for art from all mediums.

27. Vinson Gallery
119 E. Court Square
404-370-1720
www.vinsongallery.com


Decade, a group exhibition celebrating Vinson’s 10th anniversary, features artists Sergey Cherep, Billy Childish, Ruth Franklin, Gary Goodman, Chris Pig and Laura Spong.

The gallery offers contemporary paintings and works on paper by established international artists, with a focus on British painters and printmakers.

28. Vivid Boutique
133 E. Court Square
404-371-5181
www.vividdecatur.com


Featuring boutique-style artisan jewelry by designer Christina Muir, who will be on hand for custom jewelry sizing.

Downtown Decatur’s newest accessories and gift shop offers chic trends and friendly personal service.

29. Voila
410-B W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
404-678-2215
www.voilamarketcafe.com


Featuring a collection of work by students of the Art Institute of Atlanta.

Voila is a casual sidewalk café with a French and New Orleans menu. Brunch, lunch and dinner; full -service bar; free beignets for dine-in customers Arts Festival weekend.

30. Community Bandstand

DJ Jamad will spin tunes on the community bandstand.
A Decatur native, Jamad frequently tours the US and Europe and can be heard on Sirius Satellite Radio’s “Hip Hop Nation” program.

Committee: Catherine Lee, Judi Huck, Shawn Vinson
Sponsors: Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur, the Fur Bus, Vinson Gallery

 


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