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Museum of Design Atlanta
Marcel Breuer: Design and Architecture -- An exhibition of the Vitra Design Museum, Weil am Rhein, Germany
As a designer and architect, Marcel Breuer (1902—1981) is one of the most influential and important designers of the 20th century. By virtue of his innovative furniture alone, Breuer could be ranked among the most influential designers of the modernist period. This presentation of Breuer’s prolific and varied career offers a balanced exploration of his furniture, interiors, and buildings, revealing that he was a powerful force in the architectural theory and practice of his era
The Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA), is an affiliate of the Smithsonian and focuses on Design, Culture, and
Technology. Galleries are located on the Lobby Level, and the Museum Store is located upstairs.
285 Peachtree Center Avenue Peachtree Center, Marquis II.
404-688-2467 www.museumofdesign.org,
Atlanta-Fulton Public Library, Lower Level Art Gallery
Fall Fantasy – Dunwoody Fine Art Association Members Show
Exhibition Dates: November 1 - November 30, 2009
Thursday, November 5, Opening Reception & Meet the Artists 6-8 p.m.
The exhibition features expressions of the season and other works in various media by local Georgia artists. The Dunwoody Fine Art Association is over 25 years old and is open to anyone interested in the practice of art and enjoys associating with other artists.
Marcel Breuer: Design and Architecture -- An Exhibition of the Vitra Design Museum, Weil am Rhein, Germany
October 27 – January 16, Commons Area, First Floor
This exhibition is being held at both the Museum of Design Atlanta and the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library,
the last building Marcel Breuer designed before his death. Please see the MODA listing below for more details.
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Lower Level Gallery, 404-730-1700 www.afpls.org
Georgia State University Ernest G. Welch School of Art and Design Gallery
Losing Yourself In the 21st Century, curated by Dr. Susan Richmond
Susan Faludi Lecture, Nov 2, 7pm Speakers Auditorium, Closing Reception & artist Performance Nov 13
An Exhibition of Performative Media by Emerging Women Artists. See www.losingyourself.com for further details.
Gilmer St. @ Peachtree Center Ave. on the first floor of the GSU Art & Humanities building
404-413-5230, www.gsu.edu/artgallery, Free evening event parking at United Way parking garage.
VSA Arts of Georgia, Arts for All Gallery
Holiday Art Sale 2009 November 3, 2009 - December 23, 2009
VSA arts of Georgia continues the festive tradition of offering winter holiday shoppers fine arts and handcrafted gift items for amazingly affordable prices. Our ninth annual Holiday Art Sale offers an eclectic selection of fine arts and handcrafted items attractively priced for holiday gift-giving. Participating artists include veterans of the event as well as new talent, from book- and box-makers to painters, origami and jewelry artisans, textile and stained glass artists from across the state.
Healey Building, 57 Forsyth Street, NW, 404.221.1270, ext. 202 www.VSAartsGA.org
Paige Harvey Art Studio
Do not miss a visit to the only artist studios on the Artwalk. Located in the historic Art Building at the corner of
Luckie and Cone streets. Visit the third floor to tour Paige Harvey's studio and loft. Works in progress and new
paintings will be on display.
3rd Floor, 132 Cone Street (at the corner of Luckie and Cone Streets), www.paigeharveyart.com
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University
Surfaces, Photographs by Tom Meyer, Featuring a Special Day of the Dead Celebration
Exhibition Dates: October 1 - November 30; Exhibition Hours: M - F 10:00AM - 4:30PM
Surfaces is an exhibition that uses images to highlight the surfaces of people and places who become communities in conjuction with Atlanta Celebrates Photography. This event closes the extensive celebration of Dia de Muertos. Join the community for a free event and learn more about the traditional celebration of Dia de Muertos, decorate figures, and enjoy exhibition of folk art and tasting traditional Day of the Dead food. Cost: Free
80 Forsyth Street, NW, 404-413-9TIX, www.rialtocenter.org
Free parking 6-9 pm at Lanier Parking Deck behind the library; tickets stamped at library front desk.
Free evening event parking at United Way parking garage.
www.downtownfirstthursdays.com
