The Online Gallery #12
The Online Gallery #12
In Edition 12, we celebrate Atlanta’s vibrant and dynamic art scene. This issue highlights the city’s growing influence in contemporary art, fueled by a diverse community of artists, curators, and cultural leaders who are transforming Atlanta into a global hub of creativity. We begin by honoring the legacy of Radcliffe Bailey, whose work sparked vital conversations about heritage and the reparative power of art. His influence continues to resonate, reminding us of the life affirming and death defying impact one artist can have. Atlanta’s artistic narrative is further enriched by Cam Kirk, Atlanta’s “photographic eye,” and Fahamu Pécou’s bold, Africana-literature inspired explorations of identity. We also feature Patrick Eugène’s Haitian American portraits with a timelessness resonant of older, slower eras, alongside Navin June Norling’s neon-colored innovations that challenge traditional media. The inaugural Atlanta Art Fair marks a pivotal moment for the city, providing a platform for artists and audiences to connect in new and meaningful ways, guided by curators Lauren Jackson Harris and Karen Comer Lowe. Organizations like Dashboard and Full Radius Dance inspire innovation and collaboration, while cultural leaders such as Kent Kelley and Alex Delotch Davis nurture an environment where the arts can thrive. We are honored to highlight Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys’ The Dean Collection, currently on view in the exhibition GIANTS at the High Museum, where Museum Director Rand Suffolk has championed community engagement. The Deans’ support for diverse artists bridges Atlanta’s vibrant art scene with the global community. This issue is a celebration of Atlanta’s creative pulse—a city where art, culture, and community converge to create something truly extraordinary. We invite you to explore the stories and works of these remarkable artists and visionaries who are shaping the future of art in Atlanta and beyond.