2015 Decatur Arts Festival Guide by Decatur Arts Alliance

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About the Poster 5 Pre-festival Events 6 Artwalk 10 Performing Arts Stage 16 Acoustic Palette 19 Artists Market 20 Kids Arts Festival 26 New Dance 28 Theater & Literary Arts 30 Speak...easy 31 Decatur LOL 32 Silent Auction 35 Fine Arts Exhibition 37 DeKalb History Exhibits 40 Sidewalk Saturdays 41

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Decatur Arts Alliance Founded in 1989, the Decatur Arts Alliance (DAA) is a nonprofit partnership of artists, business owners, residents, and government dedicated to supporting and enhancing the arts in the city of Decatur. The DAA sponsors the annual Decatur Arts Festival as well as other free art events in Decatur throughout the year. The Decatur Arts Alliance provides a collaborative environment to coordinate the interests of artists, gallery owners, dance groups, and performance venues within Decatur and helps the city build a strong arts community. The DAA Creative Registry connects you to artists, artist spaces and more. For details, visit decaturartsalliance.org.

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Pre-festival Events

P.O. Box 401, Decatur, GA 30031 404-371-9583 info@decaturartsalliace.org decaturartsalliance.org

Decatur Lantern Parade • May 15 • Downtown Decatur.......................................... 6 Decatur Civic Chorus • May 17 • First Baptist Church of Decatur..................... 6 Author Readings and Book Signings • May 18-20........................................................7 Children’s Book Illustrators Exhibition • May 22 • Decatur Library................ 8 Artwalk • May 22 • All Around Decatur.................................................................................10

Board of Directors

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Decatur Arts Alliance

Doug Aholt, chair Alan Dishman, treasurer Bobbie Elzey, secretary Heather Gibbons Linda Harris Lockey McDonald Mike Molina Nell Ruby Ann VanSlyke Shawn Vinson Pat Walsh Daren Wang Jerry G. White

Performing Arts Stage • May 23-24 • Community Bandstand......................... 16 Acoustic Palette • May 23-24 • Acoustic Palette Tent............................................... 19 Artists Market • May 23-24 • Downtown Decatur...................................................... 20 Kids Arts Festival • May 23 • Decatur Recreation Center..................................... 26 New Dance • May 23-24 • Decatur Recreation Center........................................... 28 Theater & Literary Arts • May 23-24 • Theater and Literary Arts Tent.......... 30 Speak...easy • May 23 • Theater and Literary Arts Tent..............................................31 Decatur LOL • May 23-24 • Comedy Tent by the Old Courthouse................ 32 Silent Auction • May 23-24 • Silent Auction Tent....................................................... 35 Bike Valet................................................................................................................................................... 35

Advisory Board

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Robert and Jean Brown Jerry and Jean Eickhoff Sheila Hunt Terry McGehee Chester Old Jim and Donna Philips Roger and Joanna Quillen Bo and Melissa Spalding Judy Turner

Angie Macon, Executive Director Julia Snell - Festival Consultant Megan Olson - Program Manager Mary Flad - Festival Consultant Ashley Haislip - Intern

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Fine Arts Exhibit • Agnes Scott College..............................................................................37 DeKalb History Center Exhibits • Old Courthouse on the Square..............40 Sidewalk Saturdays • Downtown Decatur....................................................................... 41 Sponsors....................................................................................................................................................... 46

his year’s festival is bursting with artful opportunities and events! Check in with us on Twitter and Facebook to get updates on happenings around downtown Decatur throughout the weekend – and throughout the year. And don’t forget our redesigned website is mobile-friendly!

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the poster his year’s Arts Festival poster artwork is a detail from the Great Outdoors mural painted by two-time Caldecott winner Chris Raschka and graphic artist Bob Staake. In celebration of Screen Free Week in 2013, Random House sent the notable award-winning children’s book authors and illustrator to help encourage kids to turn off the TV and read a book or play outside. The community event was sponsored by Decatur Active Living and Little Shop of Stories. Poster Unveiling The poster unveiling took place May 7 on the old courthouse square. Thanks to these benefactors for donating goods and services for the event: • General Wholesale Beverage, drinks • Jimmy Galloway, music • Tonya Burkett, Cook’s Warehouse/Sherlock’s Wine Merchant, catering Poster Unveiling Committee: Faye Sykes, Mitzi Hill, Mari Atwell, Tonya Burkett Take the Poster Home with You! Visit the Information Tent on the MARTA plaza during the Artists Market and check out the T-shirt selection and poster with this year’s artwork. See the map at left for the Information Tent location.

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Light up the night! Kick off Arts Month on May 15 at 9 pm with the Decatur Arts Alliance and Decatur Education Foundation. Gather at Color Wheel Studio at 508 E. Howard Ave. after 8 pm, then parade to the downtown square along with the Black Sheep Marching Ensemble. Find out more at decaturlanternparade.com.

decatur civic chorus Sunday, May 17 • 3 pm • First Baptist Church of Decatur • 308 Clairemont Ave. The Decatur Civic Chorus will perform their 64th Annual Spring Concert, “A Salute to the Geniuses of the American Musical Theatre.” Free and open to the community. Visit decaturcivicchorus.org or call 770-388-9536 for more information.

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author readings and book signings Presented by the Georgia Center for the Book Visit georgiacenterforthebook.org for more information about these events.

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Jeffrey Deaver Solitude Creek Tuesday, May 19 • 7:15 pm Decatur Library Auditorium 215 Sycamore St. Georgia Center for the Book alum and bestselling thriller novelist Jeffrey Deaver returns to discuss his latest Kathryn Dance novel Solitude Creek. In this latest thriller, Dance, a brilliant California Bureau of Investigation agent and body language expert, must track down the perpetrator obsessed with turning people’s own fears and greed into weapons. Knowing that attacks are planned, Dance and her team must race against the clock to find where he will

strike next before innocents die. Books will be available for guests to purchase and have signed at the event.

Joe Barry Carroll Growing Up: In Words and Images Wednesday, May 20 • 7:15 pm Decatur Library Auditorium 215 Sycamore St. This is the true and evocative story of seven-foottall Joe Barry Carroll, Purdue All-American, overall first round NBA draft pick, wealth adviser, painter, author, and philanthropist. Carroll’s southern-comfort prose and impressionistic paintings lend a reminiscent and familiar quality to a uniquely individual story. Carroll’s presentation will include images and readings from his memoir. Books will be available for guests to purchase and have signed at the event.

Presented by Story River Books Monday, May 18 • 7 pm First Baptist Church Decatur 308 Clairemont Ave. Pat Conroy, best-selling author and editor-at-large for Story River Books, will host a panel discussion featuring four authors whose works have recently been released by the University of South Carolina Press. Conroy will be joined by South Carolinians John Lane, Bernie and Maggie Schein, and the Townsend Prize for Fiction and Lillian Smith Book Award winner Mary Hood. Books will be available for guests to purchase and have signed at the event.

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children’s book illustrators gallery show May 22-June 15 • Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. Reception on Friday, May 22, during ArtWalk • 7-9 pm Hosts: Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and the Georgia Center for the Book The Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is pleased to host its annual Gallery Show at the Decatur Library. The focus of the show is on children’s book illustration and the power of visual art and the written word in storytelling. The illustrations on display will be accompanied by a copy of the book or publication in which the art appears. The show will run through mid-June in the main lobby of the

Decatur Library. The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support the creation and availability of quality children’s books around the world. The Southern Breeze Chapter covers Alabama, Georgia, and the Florida panhandle. Visit scbwi.org to learn more. The Georgia Center for the Book is the state affiliate of the Center for the Book at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. It is headquartered at the Decatur Library. To learn more, visit georgiacenterforthebook.org.

After 5 years, he's baaaaaaack! Visit us in Decatur to kickoff the Decatur Arts Festival and celebrate the return of Jonathan Callicut to the Worthmore Gallery! It's been half a decade since we've featured his paintings at our most successful opening ever and we're thrilled he's back this year with a collection of his latest work. We're also celebrating our 7th Anniversary in Decatur on May 22, so drop in from 7 to 10 p.m. for great music, delicious treats and unique, original art. See you here!

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Friday, May 22 • 5-11 pm • All Around Decatur • Free and open to the public Shops and restaurants host Decatur’s largest single-night art experience 1. Agnes Scott College Fine Arts Exhibition Dalton Gallery, Dana Fine Arts Building 141 E. College Ave.

Juried multimedia exhibition features a diversity of artistic viewpoints. The exhibition runs May 19-June 7.

2. Aimee Jewelry Boutique 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-371-0099

The Language of Flowers: An Artist’s Interpretation is a collaborative exhibition of seven artists and their individual artistic view of flowers. The exhibition runs from May 15-June 12. Aimee Jewelry Boutique is a fine art and handmade, original jewelry gallery. Aimee Jewelry Boutique also offers hand-painted silk scarves, ceramics and paintings.

3. Art Institute of AtlantaDecatur One W. Court Square 404-942-1800

A photographic showcase by members of the Atlanta area group Women in Focus will be on exhibit. The exhibition was juried by photography department faculty. Established in 2007, the Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur, a branch of the Art Institute of Atlanta, offers programs in design, media arts and fashion.

4. Boogaloos 246 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-373-3237

Local jewelry designer Olivia Rae will feature her spring and summer collection. Working with semi-precious stones and a variety of metals, her designs are full of

Decatur’s largest one-night gallery event – now with a DJ and fire twirler! Stroll around town to see exhibits at various shops, galleries, and restaurants and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. Beer will be on sale at East Court Square so drop by to visit beer sponsors Red Brick and Starr Hill, plus local brewers Three Taverns, Wild Heaven, Blue Tarp, and Twain’s. color and possess a vintage, feminine flare. Boogaloos is a women’s boutique possessing a fun and friendly atmosphere offering the must haves in clothing and accessories.

5. Butter & Cream 416 Church St. 404-378-7272

Chalk artist Patrick Nguyen’s work has been featured during the Sidewalk Saturday program and should not be missed. Butter & Cream makes ice cream using only the freshest ingredients. Their small-batch ice cream is 100 percent house-made in their Church Street kitchen.

6. Color Wheel Studio 508 E. Howard Ave. 404-377-9800

Color Wheel Studio presents a student exhibition of more than 300 works including drawing, painting, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, mixed media, and fused glass. It’s the culmination of the past 10 months of artistic endeavor for our young artists ages 5-14. All are welcome to enjoy their work Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, May 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. during the Decatur Arts Festival.

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The Color Wheel Studio encourages the growth and development of creative freethinking individuals and promotes self discovery and high self-esteem while providing a solution for pre-school and afterschool care.

7. CORE 139 Sycamore St. 404-373-4154

Experience Capoeira, one of the many activities that has found a home at CORE. Later the studio will come alive with a giant video installation project with simultaneous screenings of this season’s performance by the dance artists of CORE Performance Company, the work of Sue Schroeder, and visiting artists from all over the world. The screenings will be accompanied by a live performance of the free jazz trio, Empty Sound. Since 1980, CORE Performance Company has been creating and performing innovative contemporary dance. Known for its riveting, passionate and unique work, CORE has been internationally acclaimed in performance, tours and residencies.With continued on page 12

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8. Decatur Bikes 252 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-941-8717

Brenda A, a native of New York City, is a painter, sculptor, and photographer. She also draws portraits and abstract art in various mediums. Many of her pieces are reflective of her fascination of the creation of life and how we naturally evolve, continuously reinventing ourselves. Decatur Bikes is a full-service, familyfriendly bike shop and service center. Decatur Bikes sells Jamis, KHS Fuji and just about every major brand of components and bike accessories.

9. Furry Tails Pet Shop 228 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-205-5049

Furry Tails Pet Shop is a family-owned pet shop devoted to providing the highest quality food and supplements for dogs and cats – plus local unique and fun supplies. Bring your furry pet by to meet them.

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HomeGrown presents “The Museum of Modern Snark,” an exhibition of original paintings, multimedia art, handcrafted clothing, and home goods. A snarky cocktail of humor, bitterness and tonguein-cheek commentary on modern life. Featured artists include Meg Golding, Joe Busch, R. Land and Lori Ronca. HomeGrown Decatur, home to 100 local artists, is an artist market selling original art, pottery, glass, wood, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, and locally produced food.

Artist Freddie Styles creates acrylic-based abstracts on paper and canvas. Parker’s on Ponce is an independently owned restaurant featuring steak, seafood, and steaks.

12. Makan 130 Clairemont Ave. 404-996-6504

Patrick Nguyen, chalk artist, will be creating a unique work on the Makan patio. Makan offers a chef-driven menu of small plates and larger family-style meals, along with a craft beverage program in a communal and convivial atmosphere. Makan serves dinner daily with a late night menu on Friday and Saturday. Don’t miss the dim sum brunch on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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Artist Brenda Knosher creates handmade jewelry featuring naturally shed deer antlers, vibrant gemstones, and various metals. Sq/Ft is a boutique offering men’s and women’s clothing plus shoes for women, men and kids.

15. Squash Blossom 113 E. Court Square 404-373-1864

Squash Blossom hosts Maelu, an environmentally conscious company centered upon sustainable textiles handmade with natural fibers and hand block printed with vegetable dyes. Squash Blossom is a mother/daughter owned women’s boutique that specializes in personalized service and really great clothes.

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10. Georgia Center for the Book-Decatur Library The Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators annual gallery show at the Decatur Library focuses on children’s book illustration and the power of visual art and the written word in story-telling. The illustrations on display will be accompanied by a copy of the book or publication in which the art appears. The Georgia Center for the Book is charged with the mission to support the literary arts, promote literacy and preserve the literary heritage of Georgia.

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16. Sycamore Gallery 120 Sycamore Pl. 404-377-7747

Sycamore Gallery features work from 13 working artists in the “Know My Name” exhibition. There will also be a screening of Kristen Stevens’ film, “Know My Name,” which was shown at the Toronto Film Festival. “Know My Name” is the story of a young female wrestler from Turkey who defied tradition to compete in the Olympics. Enjoy hot dogs from the grill and live music on the patio. Sycamore Gallery offers art studio and art classes for children and adults year round. The gallery hosts local, national, and international shows throughout the year.

17. Trinity Mercantile and Design 131 E. Trinity Pl. 404-378-0197

Parker Owen is an Atlanta native and selftaught artist who has been painting for more than 30 years. His paintings are usually acrylic and of figurative subject matter. He has also done illustrative work for zines such as Glitter Snipe out of New York. A former teacher and currently a librarian, he exercises his artistic side primarily on weekends and holidays. Trinity Mercantile and Design offers upholstery, home furnishings, lighting, custom window treatments, one-of-a-kind accessories from local artists, and design services. Parking available in the back.

18. Vivid Boutique 133 E. Court Square 404-371-5181

Featured artist Jennifer Upton is a photographer who lives and works in Decatur. Her photos highlight the happy accidents and beautiful messes of life that are easy to miss. Her central artistic philosophy reflects authenticity, openness and finding worth in ordinary life. Vivid Boutique offers home décor items, ladies’ accessories, kitchen and bath items, stationery, jewelry and baby gifts.

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Artist Corinne Galla from Luthersville, Georgia, will work on one of her amazing animal paintings. Come by and enjoy live music and refreshments as well as the art. Wild Oats and Billy Goats is a whimsical gallery offering locally handcrafted paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, candles, soaps and other gifts.

Jonathan Callicutt’s work draws on the primary visual influences of the Renaissance, Rauschenberg, pop culture and comic books to create works of dynamic visual and thematic tension. He will unveil 10 of his new pieces during the solo show at Worthmore Jewelers. Worthmore is celebrating seven years in Decatur. Its ArtWalk nights are legendary and should not be missed. Worthmore offers jewelry, watches, art and more. The shop has been voted one of the Top Three Design stores in the U.S., and has won Best of Atlanta and Best to Do Business With awards.

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Saturday, May 23 • Sunday, May 24 Community Bandstand Free performances all weekend

Saturday, May 23 ConunDrums • 11:45 am Decatur’s popular West African percussion group will entertain you with their high energy, audience participation drum show. Bring the kids! conundrums.org

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Baby Bee • 12:30 pm Brothers Joe and David Stark from Louisiana tear it up with a sizzling gumbo of bluesy licks, walloping rock distortion, funky beats, and soulful howls. Their single, “Love Bug,” was featured in season three of The Walking Dead. You’ll be amazed at the high energy, full sound and great live show they deliver. Don’t miss the chance to see this outstanding duo. officialbabybee.com

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Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Chris Rose put it best when he described Kristin Diable as “a young woman out of South Louisiana who has got some serious chops . . .

with a soul like Lucinda Williams, the confidence of Grace Slick and the voice of a decades-ago Bonnie Raitt. Best thing out of Baton Rouge since rush hour.” Kristin’s music incorporates classic pop, swamp, jazzy rockabilly and smooth country. Her songs have been heard on popular television shows such as HBO’s True Blood and Treme. Her new album, Create Your Own Mythology, ought to make this a breakout year for Kristin. kristindiable.com

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Karp-Foley Band • 2:30 pm

Surreal is the creation of Corey Lennox, an alumnus of the Berklee College of Music. The idea behind the music has

Ottawa’s Sue Foley and Nashville bluesman Peter Karp create a chemistry that reminds you of Delaney and Bonnie and Tedeschi-Trucks. It’s a powerful combination of great songwriting and wonderful interplay between performers, backed by a fine rhythm section, to provide that magical spark you must see to believe. As described in Vintage Guitar, “Karp and Foley serve the music and never showboat. They know the song is the thing... In a world that makes it hard to keep your spirits high, Karp and Foley appear to be telling everyone to keep their chin up.” karpfoley.com

Ed Roland & The Sweet Tea Project • 3:30 pm Ed Roland has put together this talented group of musicians and friends to perform a masterful blend of country, reggae, pop, blues, funk, rock and even some hints of gospel in a special extended set. Indeed, Roland suggests that the main difference between The Sweet Tea Project and Collective Soul is in the instrumentation. “At this point in my life, the main focus will always be in writing the best songs I can write or co-write with my bandmates.” STP focuses on its Georgia roots and delivers a lively, foot-stomping show that you won’t forget. The Decatur Arts Alliance is proud to have Ed Roland and The Sweet Tea Project headlining the festival this year. thesweetteaproject.com

Sehwe Village Percussion Noon Sehwe means happiness and this highenergy drum group from Decatur kicks things off Sunday with West African rhythms and songs to get your feet tapping. Bring the kids! facebook.com/SehweVillage

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always been simple: combine uplifting pop/rock with elements from progressive rock to create something that is accessible yet musically engaging. Utilizing two keyboards, electric and acoustic guitars, drum machines, vocal harmonies and backing tracks, Corey truly is a one man band and a must-see performer. surrealband.com Bonaventure Quartet • 2 pm Atlanta’s favorite gypsy/jazz band plans to pack the stage with a double quartet of great musicians fronted by talented singer Amy Pike. Whether it’s classic standards, continued on page 18

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Larry Griffith Band • 3 pm

Singer/songwriter/performer and multiinstrumentalist, bluesman extraordinaire, Larry Griffith and his band never fail to deliver a wildly entertaining show. Once a durable side man for Taj Mahal, Sean

Costello, Susan Tedeschi, Chick Willis, Bob Margolin and countless others, Larry is now out front forging an alliance between his rich, eclectic songwriting storytelling style with his gumbo approach to guitar and his highly engaging live stage performance. The result? You’ll have to check that out for yourself. You won’t be disappointed. larrygriffithmusic.com

Grant Green Jr. Band • 4 pm As the son of a legendary jazz guitarist, Grant Green Jr. grew up in Detroit in the same neighborhood as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Gladys Knight along with members of the Four Tops and the Temptations. These influences can be heard in his sophisticated, soulful, funky brand of jazz guitar. Always a festival favorite! facebook.com/pages/Grant-GreenJr/200635926791 Larry Griffith

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Saturday, May 23 Amy Andrews • Noon-1 pm Ever-traveling, tree hugging, crazy talented, charming, award-winning, familyfriendly vocalist most often compared to Sinatra, Ella, and Norah Jones.

Baatin • 2:30-3:30 pm

Amy Andrews

Brian Revels

expressive vocals. Veronika’s acoustic folk/ blues performances are like storytelling and highlight her rhythmic piedmont guitar picking.

Chris Weinholtz • 2-3 pm Country soul singer/songwriter now living in Atlanta. Chris’s songs feature hon-

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est lyrics and heartfelt melodies stemming from lessons hard learned.

Brian Revels • 4-5 pm Addicted to baring his soul through a beat up Takamine guitar, Brian Revels is a student of the world and the music it sings.

Baatin’s unplugged performance explores his raw guitar technique and Southern Baptist preacher style vocals. Rooted in the blues and classic R&B, it’s a must see.

Kelly Hill Hall • 5-6 pm An Atlanta native, Kelly has been playing music for more than 20 years in and around the Atlanta area as well as some neighboring states. His style is Americana mixed with a bit of reggae flare. Accompanying Kelly will be percussionist Romley Leon Hardy and on bass, Scott “the Birdman” Tart. This trio loves to jam and that is exactly what they will do.

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Saturday, May 23, 10 am-6 pm • Sunday, May 24, 11 am-5 pm • Downtown Decatur he Artists Market features more than 160 artists selected through a competitive jury process. The annual market is known for its high quality of artwork and attracts artists from all over the Southeast and beyond. Welcome back your favorite artists and visit the many new artists who have joined us this year. The works of several accomplished area artist guilds are featured as well. Don’t miss the collections from Georgia Goldsmith’s Guild, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, and Atlanta Glass Guild.

Booth numbers are listed next to each artist and guild.

Jesper Johansen/photography

Katy McDougal......................................... 81

Tiffany Ownbey........................................ 36

Brett Miley................................................ 87

Ceramics

Natacha Monnalisa................................... 92

Margaret Barber....................................... 80

Michelle Prahler........................................ 35

Jim Bridgeman.......................................... 64

Committee: Ann Finley, Mary Flad, Dawn Kinney Martin, Julia Snell, Diana Estrella

Lynn Reeder............................................ 100

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center............. Plaza

Deeann Rieves......................................... 122

Doug Dacey............................................... 21

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Jeff Riggan............................................... 138

Rod Hemming........................................ 104

Ron Roland............................................... 15

Gregory Johnson............................ 135, 136

Tai Taeoalii.......................................... 77, 78

C.C. Lee................................................... 120

Jason Thomas......................................... 119

Ester Lipscomb......................................... 75

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Elise Pincu Delfield................................ 101

Kathrine Allen-Coleman........................ 105

Jake Asuit................................................... 79

Robin Rodgers.......................................... 97

Amanda Bennett....................................... 76

Wycliffe Bennett....................................... 70

Melanie Sgrignoli..................................... 34

Gina Boyle....................................... 145, 146

Hugo Cruz................................................. 44

Erin Spangler.............................................. 5

Teri Causey.......................................... 56, 57

Chris Cumbie............................................ 91

Knox Steinbrecher.................................. 158

Faryn Davis............................................... 41

Amy Lansburg........................................... 29

Glenn Woods............................................ 14

Marirosa Hofmann.................................. 60

David Lasker............................................... 1

Mary Ann Wurst....................................... 58

Leif Johansen.......................................... 108

Gerardo Leccese...................................... 127

Kira Yancey-Willis.................................... 31

Chris Mason............................................ 114

Judy Lynn.................................................. 39

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Wycliffe Bennet/3D mixed media

Ester Lipscomb/ceramics

Jason Thomas/2D mixed media

Chelsea Stone/jewelry

Paul Tankersley/photography

Digital

Fiber

Glass

Sarah Collier........................................... 128

Lisa Boesch................................................ 40

Atlanta Glass Guild.............................. Plaza

Katie Deal.................................................. 86

Mimi Damrauer....................................... 32

Sheron Davis............................................... 2

Geoffrey Harris......................................... 19

John Gunther............................................ 22

Jeff & Jaky Felix ...................................... 132

Laird........................................................... 93

Evetta Hannibal........................................ 65

Larry Hamilton......................................... 13

Dimitar Neshev....................................... 109

Mary McFarland....................................... 16

Lisa Mote................................................. 160

Larry & Sherry Paulsen.......................... 151

Traci Paden.............................................. 150

Nate Nardi............................................... 154

Drawing

Kyoung-Joa Park....................................... 82

Jack Pine.................................................... 98

Ellie Ali.................................................... 116

Janet Searfoss............................................ 38

Andrew Pollack....................................... 126

Richard Britnell........................................ 54

Michael Smith......................................... 133

David Russell............................................ 84

Virginia Dauth........................................ 140 Teresa Pennington.................................... 51

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Vince Pompei.......................................... 111 Mike Sluder............................................... 94 William Staubach............................... 46, 47

Jewelry

Danielle Miller-Gilliam............................ 67

Obayana Ajanaku..................................... 37

Jim Norton.................................................. 6

Penny Atkinson-Potter............................. 33

Mary Pettignano....................................... 99

Painting: Oil/Acrylic

Janet Campbell....................................... 106

Jill Sharp.................................................... 62

Thomas Andrew..................................... 159

Diana Christiansen................................. 113

Patty Sledge............................................. 141

Kenneth Aunchman................................. 73

Anita Edwards............................................. 3

Chelsea Stone............................................ 25

Felix Berroa............................................... 11

Wendy Edwards...................................... 131

Fred Tate.................................................... 30

Chris Bruno............................................ 118

Q Evon..................................................... 153

Wendy Waugaman................................... 71

Sergey Cherep........................................... 72

Ann Finley................................................. 48

Leather

Rosario Garcia.......................................... 45

Sharon Johnston/jewelry

Andres Arango.......................................... 66

Georgia Glodsmiths Guild.................. Plaza

Brian Joyner.............................................. 95

Leigh Griffin............................................ 124

James Perry............................................... 55

Lynn Hardesty......................................... 144

Rudy Tell.................................................. 148

Kristin Holeman..................................... 117 Alex Horst................................................. 26 Sharon Johnston....................................... 20 Julie Merrill............................................. 129 Dawn Middleton.................................... 121

Michael Zavison....................................... 24

Metal William Colburn.................................... 142 Richard Jacobus.......................................... 4 Cecile Keith............................................... 90

Lynn Reeder/2D mixed media Janet Searfoss/fiber

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Dawn Kinney Martin............................... 50

Gyl Turner............................................... 157

Jeannie Maddox...................................... 152

Fred Wise................................................... 59

Zeinu Mudeser........................................ 123

Manami Yagashiro.................................. 143

Micah Mullen............................................ 18

Painting: Watercolor

Paul Nikitchenko.................................... 103

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Virginia Fergus............................................ 8

Demone Phelps......................................... 85

Gerry Grimes............................................ 74

Larry Smith............................................. 149

Patsy Gullett.............................................. 52

SPOON..................................................... 27 Kristin Thorsen....................................... 107

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Glenn Daire/ceramics

Jeff and Jaky Felix/glass

Geoffrey Harris/digital

Paul Nikitchenko/painting

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Michelle Prahler/2D mixed media

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Walter Arnold........................................... 89 Karin Connolly....................................... 156 Jim Copeland............................................ 42 Fred Draper ............................................ 147 Jolyn Hecht............................................. 112 Jesper Johansen......................................... 63 Angela Kullmann.................................... 130 Jerome Maschinot.................................... 96 Paul Tankersley....................................... 139 Greg Turco.............................................. 161 Kathy Wolfe............................................... 49

Printmaking

149 150

Nicola Barsaleau..................................... 155 Jenny Henley............................................. 43

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Keith Rosemond II................................... 69 Jesse Vogel................................................. 61 Ben Harrison/wood

Kreg Yingst................................................ 17

Sculpture

Jake Asuit/3D mixed media

Amy Goldstein-Rice................................. 28 Ancizar Marin......................................... 125 Jeffrey Morgan.......................................... 68 Michael Terra............................................ 53 Courtney Tomchik................................. 115 Melanie Sgrignoli/ceramics

Wood Andy Costine............................................ 23 John Deveer........................................... 9,10 Mark Ellis.................................................. 83 Ben Harrison............................................. 12 Richard McCollum................................... 88 Nick Molignano...................................... 110 Greg Thomas-Moore............................. 102

Sarah Collier/digital

Teresa Pennington/drawing

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festival events

kids arts festival Saturday, May 23, 9:30 am-2 pm • Decatur Recreation Center • 231 Sycamore St. Join us on Saturday for a parade, art, music, clowns, inflatables and more!

he Kids Arts Festival kicks off with a parade. Lineup begins at 9:30 am at the corner of Commerce Drive and Church Street. Marching begins at 9:50. Dress up your kids and decorate your strollers, bikes and trikes. Join the parade and show your artistic spirit! After the parade, enjoy arts and crafts, music, balloons, juggling, clowns, inflatables and much more. Most activities are free or for a small donation, thanks to our partners: Decatur Animal Crackers, Decatur Makers, ColorWheel Studio, the Waldorf School of Atlanta, Holy Trinity PreSchool, and our volunteers! Oakhurst Market will be on hand to sell freshly grilled hot dogs. Committee: Heather Flury, Vandy Vail-Dickson, Lee Williams, Portia Langley, Lori Bodine, Jim Dickson, Adam Harris, Greg Williams, Cheryl Burnette, Winn Flury, Wyatt Flury

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Saturday, May 23, 10 am-6 pm • Sunday, May 24, 1-5 pm Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. Presented by Beacon Dance and the Decatur Recreation Center Dance Studio

Breaking New Ground Performances and classes take place in the Dance Studio at Decatur Recreation Center. Programming will include learning opportunities in addition to our entertaining and thought-provoking performances.

NEW! Dance for the Camera on the Square

9:30-11 pm • Information Tent, Decatur Square The Dance for the Camera performance will consist of eight dance films in a program that repeats once. Most works are 5-6 minutes and feature local and international artists.

Performances

Classes

Both performances feature these works:

Awareness Through Movement Saturday, 10-11 am

Saturday, 4-6 pm • Sunday, 3-5 pm

Artistic Machine, choreography by Nadya Zeitlin (5 minutes)

A one-hour class in the Feldenkrais Method, with Louise Runyon. Ingenious, gentle movement sequences designed to bring mobility, ease and efficiency to all forms of physical activity, through heightened awareness of how the body – and mind – can function together as an integrated whole. “The Feldenkrais Method is the most sophisticated and effective method I have seen for the prevention and reversal of deterioration of function.” – Margaret Mead, Ph.D., Anthropologist Bring a mat if you’d like to participate.

I Loved and Hated, choreography by Alex Spitzer (6 minutes)

Movement Improvisation Saturday, 11:30 am-12:30 pm

Embody The Mother, choreography by Lynn Hesse and Ruth Schowalter (12 minutes)

In this workshop participants will be led to see, notice, respond and move in a number of improvisational ways. Working as a group, as individuals, as well as in pairs or threes, participants will explore kinesthetic listening and expression. Open to all, regardless of dance experience.

Resist, choreography by Onur Topal-Sumer (10 minutes) too far…thanks a lot jim, choreography by Sarah Stokes (9 minutes) ALEF, choreography by Myriam Farrero (10 minutes)

Why dance?, choreography by InterPlay (10 minutes) Some Kind Of Way…, choreography by Wayne M. Smith (10 minutes) Arrangement, choreography by Dancing Flowers for Peace (5 minutes) Papers (Please?), choreography by D. Patton White (8 minutes)

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InterPlay: Movement, Storytelling, Voice and Community Connection! Saturday, 1-2 pm InterPlay is an art form that anyone can do. The simple forms of InterPlay invite participants of all ages and abilities to free the stories, movement and voice within. InterPlay is taught in an incremental and affirming environment where the unique creative expression of each individual is honored and celebrated. InterPlay invites creativity and connection (with oneself and others) in a joyful and accessible atmosphere. Come play! Learn more at interplay.org.

Improvisational Movement Workshop Saturday, 2:30-3:30 pm Does your inner mover and shaker want some outside action? The Dancing Flowers for Peace, a performance troupe of women over 40, invite you to “dig” into your creativity and discover your “full bloom” through improvisational dance. Create collaboratively and move authentically, sending a message of beauty and resilience out into the world. Come share your powers of imagination, creativity, and joy. Create possibilities of peace and transformation. You can dance in bare feet or tennis shoes, but wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

Moving in Mutuality with Marjorie Pomper Sunday, 1-1:45 pm Connect with others and learn to move together while finding and sharing your unique movement wisdom. This class begins with a short meditation to connect with yourself and then to con-

nect with the other participants. The class is made up of a series of explorations that involve moving together and responding to each other. These explorations are simple and fun so they can be fulfilling for participants of many different skill levels. They do not require dance experience and are presented in a very supportive environment.

Creative Movement Sunday, 2-2:45 pm Creative Movement is a mix of dance improvisation and dance theater. The main topic of the class: How to make a dance phrase using common gestures? This class is designed to tune participants to the creative process and “break the ice.” Exercises will warm-up bodies and help to recall the types of moves that a person/dancer can perform. Then, as individuals and in groups, we’ll work with types of dance moves and common gestures and share results.

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theater and literary arts Saturday, May 23 • Sunday, May 24 • Theater and Literary Arts Tent Let us entertain you!

Saturday, May 23

Sunday, May 24

OnStage Atlanta • 12-12:45 pm

Ken Scott • Noon-1 pm

OnStage Atlanta, with a semi-professional theatre legacy since 1971, is an organization of individuals passionate about the impact the arts have on the community. They will be performing songs from shows they have done in the last five years.

Ken Scott has more than 25 years of experience, performing more than 350 shows a year. He is a threetime winner of the Greater Atlanta Magician of the Year award. Ken was also featured on CNN Headline News, where he led the segment “A Day of Magic.” He has recently appeared on ABC’s America’s Funniest Videos, and performs yearly in

Working Title Playwrights 3:30-4:30 pm “What Happened Was...” is a series of original stories by Working Title Playwrights members. It is an Atlanta-based, new play and playwright development company.

Ken Scott

Hollywood at The World Famous Magic Castle, which is home to the Academy of Magical Arts. He has also performed five times at the White House.

Adam Boehmer 1:30-2:30 pm Adam Boehmer of the famous Boehmer Family Jugglers has traveled throughout the country and abroad appearing on national and international television including ESPN, FOX Sports, ABC TV and the Discovery Channel. He has performed at more than 65 NBA halftimes exhibitions and USA Today has named the Boehmers one of the most creative families in America.

Curious Moon Puppets 3:30-4:30 pm Curious Moon Puppets of Brunswick, Ga., will perform Tessa’s Tree. This tale of discovering one’s unique gifts is highlighted by comic forest characters and catchy music, making it perfect for the whole family.

Curious Moon Puppets

Theater and Literary Arts Committee Jerry G. White, program coordinator Lew Lefton, Decatur LOL Mia Manekofsky, Theater and Literary Arts Lisa Kay Bokovoy, Acoustic Palette

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Remember when you speak…

speak…easy! Saturday, May 23 • 1-1:45 pm Theater and Literary Arts Tent

Rayven Monèt Chism

Evan Guilford-Blake

Rayven Monèt Chism Sixteen-year-old Rayven Monèt Chism is a sophomore at Stone Mountain High School, and her dream is to dance with Alvin Alley Dance Company one day. She was featured in 2014 in the “My Black is Beautiful” magazine campaign through an organization she represents called Communities in Schools.

Evan Guilford-Blake Evan will read “The Thing with Feathers” from his collection Love & Loss & Love. His story collection, American Blues, is available on Amazon and in stores.

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decatur LOL Saturday, May 23, 1-5:15 pm • Sunday, May 24, 1-5:15 pm Comedy Tent by the Old Courthouse on the Square OMG! Decatur, you will not believe your ears!

Host: Lew Lefton Lew Lefton is a local comedian who has been performing stand up and improv comedy for over 25 years. He still holds down a day job as a mathematics faculty member at Georgia Tech, but that just means he’s funny and he can prove it. Lefton directs the local teen improv troupe D.U.C.K. and has performed around the country at dozens of clubs, colleges, concerts, and conferences.

Saturday, May 23 The Improv Initiative 1-1:45 pm Decatur High School’s Improv Initiative began as a class project for seniors Noemi Griffin, Lexi Ritter and Justin O’Brien. The club was started to branch out from the D.U.C.K improv group to the high school and provide an opportunity to develop students’ interests in comedy. All performances are completely improvised based on audience suggestions.

“15 Minutes of Laughter!” Join us for a new take on an old classic 15 Minutes of Fame with our new addition to the Decatur LOL stage…

Christine An 2-2:15 pm With winsome understatement, Christine delights audiences with jokes about being an awkward 20-something Korean-American in the 21st century. You can see her at christinesuyonan.com.

Sukie Glick 2:30-2:45 pm Although raised to be a [UConn] Husky, graduated as a [UCF] Knight, and now living independently in the home of the Bulldogs, this T-Rex [from the womb] is just trying to dissolve stereotypes through laughter. Working in Tucker as a youth independent living specialist, Sukie has not really taken much time to get behind the mic. But, her mom finds her funny. So why not give it another go?

Michael Dowe 3-3:15 pm Michael Dowe deftly blends intellect and angst to provide a persona that lies somewhere between bohemian and hoodlum. This barrel chested comic is a force to be seen.

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Shayl Patel 3:30-3:45 pm Shayl Patel started performing comedy at the age of 18 and hasn’t looked back. He recently was named one of the top young comedians in Atlanta. People have told him that he smells like fresh baked cookies, is as cute as a toddler, and the proud owner of a pet fish named Corbin so ladies please keep those pants on. Shayl has opened up for many big names including Russell Peters, Gilbert Gottfried, Carlos Mencia, and Chris D’elia.

A.K. Bjorn 4-4:15 pm A.K. brings a wit and style that’s critically honest of social norms and black and white culture. Raised in the midwest and developing his comedic style in New York, he seems to have honed the ability to read between the lines and present a hilarious take on relationships, life in the South and current events. A.K. can been seen in several of Atlanta’s best known comedy clubs and college campuses when he’s not on the road.

Joel Byars 4:30-4:45 pm Georgia native Joel Byars has an appetite for comedy that is fueled by the quandaries of everyday life. His delivery provides an emotional roller coaster of laughter and insight. His unique style has been developed over years of sharing the stage with veteran comedians like: Ron White, Kathleen Madigan, Donnell Rawlings, Louie Anderson, and Margaret Cho.

For Joel, comedy is an outlet to examine the fine print of life and he will continue to provide authentic entertainment until deemed illegal.

Zain Sharif 5-5:15 pm Zain Sharif began doing improv comedy in high school through Dad’s Garage and transitioned to standup during his freshman year at Georgia Tech. He performs comedy around Atlanta and directs and stars in weekly sketches uploaded to his Facebook page, Zain Sharif Comedy.

Sunday, May 24 Whole World Improv Theatre 1-1:45 pm Award-winning Whole World Improv Theatre will be performing two hilarious sets: Teen group Improvius Prime at 1 pm and main stage performers at 4:30 pm.

“15 Minutes of Laughter!” Kireet Nimmagadda 2:30-2:45 pm Kireet Nimmagadda is a Georgia Tech business school graduate who works at Big Ampersand and has been telling jokes on stage since 2012. He’s been on the Geekapalooza

Comedy Tour for three years, and he loves Stephen Colbert’s Americone Dream ice cream. He’s performed at the Laughing Skull and Under the Couch multiple times. His shorts with comedian Nintendo Boy can be seen on YouTube.

Open Mic: “Make ‘em Laugh!” 3-3:30 pm (Signup 2:30) The first three people to sign up will each get to do a 5-minute set. The winner chosen by audience applause will get a slot in next year’s festival.

Whole World Improv Theatre 4:30-5:15 pm Award-winning Whole World Improv Theatre will be performing two hilarious sets: Teen group Improvius Prime at 1 pm and main stage performers at 4:30 pm.

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silent auction Saturday, May 23, noon-5 pm • Sunday, May 24, Noon-3 pm Silent Auction Tent on the Old Courthouse Lawn id high, bid often at the two-day Silent Auction! Rarely does spending money freely, guilt-free go hand-in-hand with a social conscience, but the Decatur Arts Festival Silent Auction provides the opportunity to do exactly that! You get to wildly bid, win and spend while helping the arts to thrive. And you get to take home a fabulous piece of art, donated by a participating festival artist. So be sure to stop by the Old Courthouse lawn and check out this year’s incredible art items. All bidders must sign up for a bid number in order to bid. It’s easy! Just stop by the Silent Auction tent and we’ll sign you up. Bidders without numbers will have their bids canceled. Winning bidders may pick up their items between 3 and 6 pm on Sunday, or at the Decatur Arts Alliance/Visitors Center at 113 Clairemont Ave. during the week of May 26-29. Any item not picked up by May 29 will go to the second highest bidder. Every year the Silent Auction raises thousands of dollars that

bike valet Ride your bike to the festival!

help the Decatur Arts Alliance bring free arts events to the city of Decatur, making art accessible and fun for all. Your winning bid during the Silent Auction helps to keep the arts alive in Decatur and makes you a superhero in our eyes. Put your money where your heart is and bid high! Committee: Maura Mullaney, Diana Estrella, Kalyn Kelly

Hop on your bike, ride it to the festival, and park it in the bike valet area at North McDonough Street at the square. It’s free! A valet attendant remains on duty throughout the event to park and monitor bikes. When you arrive, look for signs to direct you to the bike valet area. Then enjoy the festival knowing that your bike will remain secure. The bike valet service is sponsored by Bicycle South and the City of Decatur. The Decatur Arts Festival works with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition to provide the service. We hope to reduce the event’s impact on traffic congestion and carbon emissions by supporting the bicycle transportation alternative.

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Erin Dixon, “Summer Ritual,” detail, oil on canvas, 24” x 40”

fine arts exhibition

May 19-June 7 • Dana Fine Arts Building at Agnes Scott College A multimedia presentation of work by regional and national artists Opening Reception Tuesday, May 19 • 5:15-7 pm

‘Last Call’ Closing Reception Sunday, June 7 • 4-6 pm

e among the first to view an intriguing collection of paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture and mixed media selected by this year’s distinguished jury. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. Held in conjunction with the May meeting of the Decatur Business Association. The Fine Arts Exhibition attracts submissions from regional and national artists and is reviewed by respected members of the Atlanta arts community. This year’s jurors are Molly Rose Freeman, Ben Goldman, and Amanda Hellman.

Join the Decatur Arts Alliance and selected artists for brief discussions of the artists’ works.

Exhibition Hours

Open Daily May 19-June 6: 2-5 pm May 22 (ArtWalk): 2-10 pm May 23-24, June 7: Noon-6 pm Last Call June 7: 4-6 pm Fine Arts Committee: Brenda Leder, Lockey McDonald, Dot Moye, Leah Owenby, Judy Parady, Jeffrey Whittle Sponsors: Agnes Scott College, Decatur Business Association, Decatur Development Authority, Decatur Arts Alliance

Charlotte Turner, “One Feather,” mixed media: wood, wire, plaster, shell, paint, feather, 9” x 31” x 8”

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all of may Cynthia Frigon, “Canadian Rocky Mountain High,” paper collage, 22" x 30"

Featured Artists David Avery Tamara Cameron Philip Carpenter Eilis Crean Patrick DeAngelis Erin Dixon Russell Everett Kristi Ford Cynthia Frigon Cora Glasser Julie Henry Betsy Hughes Janis Wilson Hughes Tonia Hughes Simon Hunt Amber Imrie-Situnayake Lauri Jones Michelle Kingdom Grace Kisa Michelle Kingdom, “This Was Only the Judy Knight Sound of the Sea” Garry Mealor embroidery, 10" x 11” Gary Mesa-Gaido Ronald Nuse Mario Padilla Virginia Parker Joey Potter Donald Robson Caroline Rumley Maize & Moco Steinman-Arendsee Charlotte Turner Peggy Wyman

Tonia Hughes, “West Interstate #10,” Polaroid transfers on fine art paper, 20” x 20”

Donald Robson, “Daytrippers,” oil on canvas, 36” x 36” x 3”

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Grace Kisa, “Always,” clay, metal, wood, rebar wire, silver leaf, paint, pyrograth, 39” x 12” x 12”

David Avery, “Coming of the Cocklicranes No. 4 (Winter)” etching, 6.25” x 5”

Virginia Parker, “Collateral Damage,” oil on canvas, 48” x 48”

Judy Knight, “Primal Water,” acrylic on cradled panel, 30” x 22.5” x 2.5”

Garry Mealor, “Strained,” transparent watercolor, 28” x 17”

Maize and Moco Steinman-Arendsee, “Medusa, In Her Sunday Best” (detail), oils and pigment ink on canvas, 54” x 36”

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dekalb history center exhibits Saturday, May 23, 10 am-5 pm • Sunday, May 24, Noon-5 pm Old Courthouse on the Square • Main Floor Tears and Curses: A Human Focus on the Civil War iew a small portion of our Civil War collection and consider the impact of the war on a local, intimate scale. These artifacts steeped in personal meaning help you feel the point of view of an individual. The title is from a letter in our collection written by Private Dewitt C. Morgan to a woman who may have been a sweetheart. Angry at the Union forces, he wrote, “They sow tears and curses – they shall reap infamy and overthrow.”

Highlights from the Guy Hayes Collection: Food, Fun & Fashion in the Modern Era This exhibit represents a small selection of black and white photographs from the Hayes collection and provides a unique view of food trends, clothing styles and recreational diversions of the 1950s and 1960s. Guy Hayes was a professional freelance photographer from 1944 to 1983. He graduated from Clarkston High School, served in the Navy during World War II, and settled in Avondale Estates after the war. He was a regular contributor to The Atlanta Journal, The Atlanta Constitution and The DeKalb News/Sun. More than 11,000 of his original negatives were donated to the History Center in 1984. Although very little documentation accompanied this collection. Hayes’ work included current events or staged

shoots to illustrate stories as requested by these newspapers. This resulted in a lack of diversity of the Georgians represented during these decades. As Georgia was segregated in its public arenas, so too were its newspapers and their readers.

The Mid-Century Ranch House: Hip and Historic! The Ranch House is more than 50 years old, which makes it eligible for the National Register. They were so frequently built in DeKalb County that it is easy to disregard the patterns of history these houses illustrate. Visitors to this exhibit will learn why this house type was so popular and the reason DeKalb County was the epicenter of this mid-century construction boom.

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There are a number of variations found in the Ranch House, but here you will learn their major characteristics.

Dairies in DeKalb Featuring Rosebud the Cow Explore a brief history of the rise of dairy farming in DeKalb County in the 20th century after the boll weevil’s attack on cotton farming. The one-room exhibit contains colorful signs, artifacts such as a route book and milk bottles, and even includes a life-sized replica of Rosebud the Cow, the famous Mathis Dairy mascot.

Exhibit Hours

Open Daily: Monday-Friday, 10 am-4 pm

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Funda Yilmaz interacts with children in her dance performance.

Celebrate the arts in Downtown Decatur, on Saturdays through May 16

Above: Michael Smith plays in front of the Old Courthouse. Right: Dance Brasil, accompanied by drum group Batuque Brazil.

In May, the City of Decatur sponsors a street-side celebration of the arts in downtown Decatur. This pop-up art program features a juried mix of artists, singers, musicians, dancers, and performers who will entertain and delight all who happen by. Performances take place on Saturday afternoons from 4 to 6 pm, through mid-May. Don’t miss a single Saturday because you never know what will be happening – or where!

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The Decatur Arts Alliance is a nonprofit partnership of artists, business owners, residents and government dedicated to supporting and enhancing the arts in the city of Decatur. As a member of the Decatur Arts Alliance, you’ll receive: • Invitations to members-only private art events designed to showcase the arts

paint yourself into the Decatur arts picture participate in special events and activities. Enjoy the rich variety of artists, galleries and performances the city has to offer.

draw on your talent for making things happen

• Special volunteer opportunities

help plan and coordinate the Decatur Arts Festival and other events throughout the year.

• Listing in the Creative Resources Directory

play a starring role behind the scenes

• Bi-monthly e-newsletters to keep you up to date on the arts in Decatur

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all year long The annual arts festival in May is only the tip of the iceberg of arts in Decatur! The Decatur Arts Alliance celebrates all year long with galleries, Sidewalk Saturdays, community festivals, comedy night and member events. Find out more at decaturartsalliance.org

august

The Book as Art exhibition accompanies the Decatur Book Festival. Leslie Ross-Robertson, Janet Kupchick, Jennifer Graves, and Jamie Russom, From There to Here

galleries – all year september

Ava Macie displays her photography at the Yea! Event market.

Our storefront gallery brings art lovers to downtown Decatur with exhibits, opening receptions, and artist talks throughout the year.

november

Top Left: Terri Darnell, Water Girl Top Right: Terry Drahos, Bike Light Bottom Left: Tom Zarrilli, The Mysterious Mirror of Mr. Wain, detail Bottom Right: Adam Pinsley, Live United, detail

Wine lovers converged on the square during the Decatur Wine Festival, metro Atlanta’s largest outdoor wine-tasting event.

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Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who contributed to the success of the 2015 Decatur Arts Festival! Join the fun and volunteer at Decatur events • Decatur Book Festival • Decatur Craft Beer Festival

• Decatur Wine Tasting Festival • 2016 Decatur Arts Festival

Contact Volunteer! Decatur at 678-615-0915 or email sherry.jackman@decaturga.com

Or volunteer for these service projects • Decatur Season of Giving

• Decatur Martin Luther King Jr. Service Project

Contact LeeAnn Harvey at 678-553-6548 or email leeann.harvey@decaturga.com

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