October 20, 2009

Shop at Atlanta Contemporary Art Center Atlanta

  Bellwood, Culture, Artsy, Modern Art

October 15, 2009

Hood Atlanta

J.P. McChesney’s industrial work/art space houses illuminated ballistic glass panels, leatherworks, and conversation pieces.

  Inman Park, Culture, Artsy, Gallery

December 2, 2008

WonderRoot Atlanta

A scruffy community arts center with a heart and plenty of indie eye candy. By day, they help needy kids and raise funds for cultural causes. By night, they host conceptual shows and basement concerts with dollar beers.

  Cabbagetown, Culture, Do-Gooder, Live Music

May 22, 2008

Krause Gallery Atlanta

Ben Krause’s eponymous gallery space features exhibits focusing on edgy topics from fashion to blood. Suffice to say: It keeps local art heads and collectors talking.

  Castleberry Hill, Culture, Artsy, Avant-Garde

March 6, 2008

Spruill Gallery Atlanta

Up-and-coming jewelers, community art classes, and local design meet-ups that make you think. The gallery keeps limited hours, but the grassroots good vibes are worth the wait.

  Dunwoody, Culture, Indie, Local Artists

January 18, 2007

High Museum of Art Atlanta

Renzo Piano’s Midtown ode to art and light. The city’s largest exhibits — sourced from the Lourve to ancient China and beyond — are housed. The inspired gift shop and on-campus restaurant Table 1280 are sense swayers, too.

  Midtown, Culture, Architectural Marvel, Landmark

January 4, 2007

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center Atlanta

Sign up for community classes from ballet to basket weaving, go for a stroll through the Tudor garden grounds, and take a free tour in the come one, come all estate gallery.

  Druid Hills, Culture, Artsy, Cheap