It is hard to miss this ultra-modern, white structure that houses Atlanta's finest collections of classic and contemporary art. A towering atrium soars to four interior levels, with the galleries moving from 18th and 19th-century collections to cutting-edge art. The High has increased in size to 312,000 square feet (28985.74 square meters) with three buildings designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano: the Susan and John Wieland Pavilion, the Anne Cox Chambers Wing for galleries, and an office building. The High is a frequent host to some of the world's most important touring collections and has hosted exhibitions featuring artists like Pablo Picasso and Norman Rockwell. With over 18000 works in the permanent collection, the High also displays old prints of Abe Lincoln, General William Tecumseh Sherman, and an array of sculptures and photographs.
Also known as MOCA GA, the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia was established in the year 2000 by Annette Cone-Skelton and David S. Golden who took it upon themselves to set up a center where Georgia's local artists had a platform to showcase their works. Representing more than 200 local artists, the permanent collection features nearly 600 pieces of art which span across folk art, minimalism, paintings, sculptures, photographs, digital pieces, and more. Group exhibitions of international artists are frequently held here as well. With an aim to collect and preserve contemporary art by local artists, this museum provides a great insight into the art world of Georgia.
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Bambella's Art World
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Set on the campus of one of the city's most renowned and respected universities, this handsome gallery serves as the permanent home of Clark Atlanta University's historical collection of murals, paintings, prints, and sculpture by the country's leading African-American artists. As a historically black university, Clark Atlanta has set the standard for acquisition and promotion of work by talented artists of color. Stop by and witness the results of their diligence today.
Contemporary art by local emerging and mid-range artists. Installed in a gorgeous loft at The Stacks at the historic Fulton Cotton Mills. Gallery owner, Denise Leitch Jackson, shares the artists' stories and the story of their work, and provides art consulting services to assist with art selection.
The Mason Fine Art Gallery has become the abode of art lovers all across Atlanta. Displaying the fabulous works of painters and photographers, this art gallery doubles up as an events venue as well. The spacious facility is a favorite for hosting private parties, auctions and exhibitions as well.
