Friday, May 2, 6-10 pm
All around Decatur | Free
City-wide Art Experience
Kick off the Decatur Arts Festival weekend with ArtWalk, a single-night, city-wide art experience that is free and open to the public. Stroll around downtown Decatur enjoying light refreshments and delightful artwork at ArtSpots, exhibits hosted at local galleries, retailers, and restaurants.
Visit the Fine Arts Exhibition on view inside the Decatur Library next door; experience 60 unique artworks from across the country! Attend the keynote for the the inaugural Decatur Children’s Book Festival.
ArtSpots
Friday, May 2 • 6-10 pm
Marlis Cornett is a painter, illustrator and director of Color Wheel Studio in Decatur, GA. While her creative career has taken on various mediums, painting has always been a constant.
Pet portraits to landscapes and florals, Marlis loves to capture her surroundings with free, loose brush strokes and vivid colors. Marlis is inspired by the beauty of simple everyday moments. Her inspiration for this series, Beach Days, is inspired by people watching.
Butter and Cream is Decatur’s hometown, house made small batch ice cream purveyor. Our offerings have unique, modern twists yet are still reminiscent of the classic ice cream flavors we have grown up with. We make all of the inclusions in our ice cream including brownies, cookies, toffee, and sauces.
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Location: 416 Church St., Decatur, GA 30030
Come see “Shine,” a group exhibition of local and international talent curated by Cat Eye Creative. The exhibition overlaps with Oakland Cemetery’s “Illumine” exhibition (April 17-20 & 24-27) and features works by the same artists.
Cat Eye Creative represents over 100 unique artists from around the globe. From fine art curation and consulting to large scale mural installations and artist residencies programs, Cat Eye Creative brings the art to the people. We believe art is for everyone and without a community there is no art.
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Location: 201 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Unit 10, Decatur GA 30030
enCore: Dance on Film features short movies by independent dance filmmakers. The festival is projected on our Decatur Square storefront window nightly from dusk to midnight, and opens Friday May 2, 2025. This year we received 92 films from 24 countries and chose 10 to present.
Our festival serves as a platform for films that picture dance exclusively for, and with, the camera. Focusing on the interplay between dance and the techniques of filmmaking, enCore: Dance on Film explores the possibilities and boundaries of Screen Dance as an Art Form.
Core Dance, a contemporary dance organization with a worldwide reach, creates, performs, and produces compelling original dance that ignites the creative spirit and actively encourages participation and conversation by and with the community. They are now in their 45 season and have been located on the Decatur Square for 40 of those years.
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Location: 139 Sycamore St., Decatur GA 30030
The 36th Fine Arts Exhibition will be on display in the Fourth Floor Gallery of the Decatur Library. The exhibition explores the theme of “Cat & Mouse.” This game of constant pursuit, capture, and escape is a trope of fables, fiction, movies, and cartoons. Will one win over the other, or are the combatants locked in a never-ending game where the upper hand is gained, but eventually lost?
The gallery will have extended hours during the Decatur Arts Festival weekend. During ArtWalk on Friday, May 2 it will be open 6:30-9:30 pm.
Enter through the upper level parking deck entrance and take the elevator on the right to the fourth floor.
The Fine Arts Exhibition is a juried multimedia showcase presented alongside the Decatur Arts Festival. The exhibition will be shown in the Fourth Floor Gallery of the Decatur Library, home to the Georgia Center for the Book. The show will run May 2 – June 13, 2025, with a closing reception on Friday, June 13 from 6:30-9pm.
The Decatur Branch of the DeKalb County Public Library and the Georgia Center for the Book are located at 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030. For information, visit dekalblibrary.org/branches/deca and dekalblibrary.org, or call 404-370-3070.
Location: 215 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA 30030
Join us for a captivating exhibition featuring two gallery favorites! Ruth Franklin is an English contemporary painter has maintained a dedicated studio practice in Decatur since 1994. Her early pastels, known for their glowing palette and dramatic use of light and shadow; and her recent, evocative paintings are a delight to behold. Tennessee-based outsider artist Harry Underwood’s distinctive works create an eclectic mix of realism, surrealism, pop art and invention through his signature stenciled images and literary elements.
Discover exquisite contemporary art from veteran art advisor Shawn Vinson at Different Trains Gallery. With 30+ years of curatorial expertise, Vinson offers personalized art acquisition guidance for both seasoned collectors and newcomers. Visit during ArtWalk or schedule a private appointment to explore this hidden Decatur gem. Different Trains Gallery is located in Decatur’s Old Depot District.
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Location: 432 E Howard Ave #24 Decatur, GA 30030
Nelson Woodworking will be at Float with eclectic functional handmade clocks, earrings and other fun stuff.
Floating brings us back to our natural state – that core meditative state. With 1,500 pounds of Epsom salt and 200 gallons of water, your muscular system is transformed by the mimicry of the Dead Sea. Floating helps reduce stress and pain, alleviates anxiety, and improves sleep. The high salinity content allows your body to effortlessly float on the surface of the water, effectively eliminating gravity while magnesium-rich Epsom salt alleviates your aches and pains.
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Location: 111 Clairmont Ave., Decatur, GA 30030
“Scattered and Smothered: The Waffle House Art Show”
An art-centric homage to that much loved icon of the south: Waffle House!
We’ve gathered art from 10 southeastern artists, all different in style, but with one thing in common: it’s all about Waffle House!
HomeGrown Decatur features the work of 150+ of the southeast’s most exciting artists and craftspeople. Handcrafted pottery, art prints, artisan jewelry, local foods and more. Where the irreverent meets the sublime.
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Location: 412 Church St., Decatur, GA 30030
Enjoy live music by Robin Hackett and Joe Palese in the lounge of the Intown Retreat.
The Intown Retreat is a day spa like no other! They offer variety of services including yoga, massage and sauna/cold plunge. There is something for everyone, and a comfortable lounge space for clients to relax in between those classes and appointments.
Location: 102 Church St.
An opportunity to view and learn about past artists, known and unknown, and the ahead-of-the-curve work they did as passed down by generations of art lovers. Owner Paul Beall will be on site to share any information about the artists and the works in the collection.
Monkey Arm Art Gallery offers a collection of curated unique and original vintage art by artists who were known, unknown or never given credit due, spanning many different styles and periods. The gallery is a space for art collectors and art lovers looking for modern inspiration from the past.
Location: 107 N. McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030
Rebecca Golden is a local Decatur artist who carefully crafts beaded bracelets and offers customized jewelry. Come shop, bring a friend, and leave with beautiful handmade jewelry and unique specialized pieces.
Odd Bird Gifts is an eclectic gift shop that specializes in quirky and affordable books, puzzles, and gifts for damn near anyone. Wit and whimsy are prominent themes in all the unique lines we carry. Even if you don’t leave with a gift, you’ll certainly leave with a giggle!
Location: 149 Sycamore St., Decatur, GA 30030
Erna B Abu-Smail is showcasing art on the patio. As a first-generation Liberian-American and self-taught artist, Erna’s work is deeply influenced by her African roots, personal experiences, and global explorations. Using vibrant, rich tones and intricate details, she aims to capture the essence of her subjects—especially through the depth and emotion found in their eyes. Working primarily with acrylics, Erna incorporates diverse materials such as glass and modeling paste to bring texture, contrast, and dimension to my portraits.
Pastries A Go Go will have wine and pastries for sale.
Pastries A Go Go is a beloved neighborhood spot in Decatur, serving up scratch-made biscuits, pastries, and brunch favorites. Good food, good people — you’ll be glad you came!
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Location: 235 Ponce de Leon Pl., Decatur, GA 30030
Open House at Paradise Studios
Step inside of our art studios, discover where art is created, and interact directly with our collective of artists: Sarah Collman, Karina Hatcher, Anna Jensen, Tracy Oosterman, Jo Peterson, and Beth Trotman.
Paradise Studios is a collective of seven professional artists of diverse backgrounds creating a wide variety of works in Decatur, GA.
Location: 306 E. Howard Ave., Decatur, GA 30030
Jamie is a Korean American artist based in Georgia. She jokes that she’s a mom by day and a designer by night. Much of her work is inspired by her kids and by animated films she watched growing up. She designs everything from stationery goods, keychains, plushies and ceramics. She hopes her work creates a sense of whimsy and brings a little more brightness to your life.
Rebel Teahouse is an artisan bubble tea café in downtown Decatur, GA using high quality ingredients and emphasizing relentless innovation and community engagement. Rebel specializes in unique specialty and seasonal drinks, hand-whisked organic matcha and Vietnamese Robusta coffee.
Squash Blossom is hosting an ATL/ NOLA based artist who’s had her hand in some of the most creative pieces in the city from murals to business commissions and everything in between! Don’t miss her one of a kind live art session.
Squash Blossom Boutique is an artsy, boho-chic fashion haven in the heart of Decatur. With styles for all generations, it brings together bold prints, creative accessories, and an eclectic mix of pieces and brands you’ve never seen in one place before. It’s fresh, fun, and full of personality—just like you!
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Location: 113 East Court Sq., Decatur, GA 30030
Pop in the studio during ArtWalk. The gallery show features Crysta Luke: Letting You In. Viewings by appointment through May 30; text/call 404-377-7747 for an appointment.
Sycamore Place Gallery is a former garage made up of 13 artist studios, a gallery, courtyard and children’s work area. They teach drawing and painting to ages 3-83.
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Location: 120 Sycamore Pl., Decatur, GA 30030
Atlanta native Davidson Weston has been captivated by cartoons and animation since childhood, always spotting quirky faces and shapes in the world around him. After pursuing music in Boston, he returned to Atlanta to rekindle his passion for cartooning. His work blends playful asymmetry, bold colors, and intricate details, often mixing cartoonish figures with photorealistic backgrounds. Balancing humor and menace, his characters are both off-putting and endearing, sparking fun and curiosity.
At T.E. Wilcox Home find vintage and vintage-inspired furniture and home goods. From midcentury modern vibes to retro coolness and boho chic, we’ve got everything to elevate your space. Whether you’re refreshing a room, searching for the perfect statement piece, or needing a memorable gift, we’ve got you covered.
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Location: 131 E Trinity Pl., Decatur, GA 30030
Wild Oats & Billy Goats will have five artists showing off their talent for the Art Walk. Come see demos by Katherine Smith (Jewelry), Terran McCanna (Jewelry), Moira Brennen (Pottery), Jessie Bettes (Scroll saw), and Kathleen Taylor (Painting). They will also have a chips and salsa bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Wild Oats & Billy Goats is a whimsical and colorful art gallery and artisan boutique offering paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, metal art, wood products, fun textiles, candles and body products, children’s items, and home goods created by local and regional artists. The gallery was founded in 2010 on the square in Decatur.
Group show introducing Gina Word and Rayanna Perry and also featuring Isabella Rivellese and Walter Arnold.
Worthmore Jewelers is a locally-owned, full-service family store and art gallery providing full range of services including custom design, jewelry, and watch repair and restoration.
Location: 117 E Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030
