Four New Winter Exhibitions on View Through February 20th

Exhibition Dates: December 10-February 20, 2010 

"Collage at the Q" featuring original work by the Atlanta Collage Society

The Atlanta Collage Society (ACS) was formed in 2006 to foster the appreciation and interest in the medium of collage, advance its stature as a major art medium and assist in publid education to enhance the understanding, appreciation and value of collage in the world of fine art. Supporting Atlanta area collage artists, ACS has recently welcomed assemblage artists as well and now have 38 members. The group is also affiliated witht the National Collage Society.  (The juried National Collage Society Show is on view at Mason Murer Fine Art through December 30, 2009 at the 199 Armour Drive location. www.masonmurer.com.)

Marilee Betor, Golden's Paints Award,

"Back to the Earth" features Atlanta encaustic artist Melody Trivisone

Melody trained in the encaustic medium through workshops and self-study. It was her passion for abstract art and texture in art that led her to encausitcs. Melody lives and works out of her studio in Atlanta.

Bird’s Nest Invitational, 2010 

New Day by Roseta Santiago

 

The Bird’s Nest Invitational is a special exhibition for spring 2010. Inspired by artist Roseta Santiago’s recent series of bird’s nest paintings—and the feelings evoked by this powerful symbol of security and comfort, yet also the excitement of first flights—we invite you to submit up to two pieces (drawings, paintings, photography or sculpture) relating to these themes. Two dimensional works need to be no larger than 528  inches square each or about approximately 22x24 inches. (Sculpture should not exceed 24" in any direction.) 

Please submit of up to two images and entry form by March 15th to: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

On Sunday, January 31st we participated in the Gainesville Civic Center's 2010 Bridal Expo! 

Every year the Gainesville Civic Center holds it's annual Bridal Expo for hundreds of brides-to-be to come and see what Gainesville vendors have to offer. Our booth was a a great success allowing us valuable face time with folks who never knew we had the capabilites of renting our facility for weddings & more! For more information regarding renting the Quinlan you can click HERE for our rental FAQ's and HERE for photos, rental agreement and more. 

62nd Annual Members' Exhibition- Judging Results

We are honored to have had Jim Thomas, Gallery Director of the Sautee Nacoochee Art Association in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia as our judge for this exhibition.

Juror's Statement:

It was my pleasure to judge the 62nd Annual Members' Exhibition this year. With over 280 pieces of quality art, it was a pleasant challenge to critique and finalize the results.

In determining the top pieces of art, many factors were taken into consideration such as, overall composition, color usage, light source, artistic technique, and the matting and framing of the entire composition where applicable. With the sculptural art, shape, texture, composition and again, technical ability were the components evaluated.

My congratulations are extended to the artists who won awards, and kudos go to all the participating artists who were a part of this highly successful exhibit. It is extremely rewarding to enjoy the superb caliber of fine art that exists in Northeast Georgia"

Jim Thomas, Gallery Directer, The Center Gallery, Sautee Nacoochee Center

And the Winners Are...

Best in Show Winner, Peter Loonam

Best in Show:  Peter Loonam, "Outbuildings" watercolor

1st Place: Connie Lynn Reilly, "Gratitude" oil

2nd Place: Allen Ferg, "Apache" bronze

3rd Place: Junko Ono Rothwell, "Man with Cap" oil