THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011 5 PM – 8 PM HIGHLIGHTS -FULTON PUBLIC LIBRARY Evolution: Solo Exhibition by Wycliffe (Linc) Bennett Lower Level Art Gallery - Art Walk Reception - 6 PM - 8 PM Exhibition Dates: November 30,2011 - January 27, 2012 Features are many examples of Linc's contemporary work. Additionally, there are selected works that exemplify the process of evolution that has been a hallmark of his work as a professional artist over the last eight years. While Linc in known for his fabric collages, his sculptures, reliefs, watercolors, pointillisms, acrylics, photographs and related poetry will be on display. Central Library, One Square 404-730-1700 www.afpls.org AUBURN AVENUE RESEARCH LIBRARY ON AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE AND HISTORY The 2011 Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Show: Not Your Grandmother’s Quilts Cary-McPheeters Gallery - 1st Floor * Exhibition Dates: Through December 4, 2011 In collaboration with the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild, and in recognition of National Family History Month, the Auburn Avenue Research Library will host the 2011 Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Show. This event will feature an array of uniquely designed, original hand-made quilts. Georgia Through My Lens Small Gallery – 1st Floor * Exhibit Dates: Through December 11, 2011 In recognition of Atlanta Celebrates Photography, comes this exhibition by acclaimed photographer Dennis A. Robinson. This photographic body of work was produced over a seven-year period. Mr. Robinson’s works include imagery from a variety of natural and man-made surroundings throughout the state of Georgia. His lens captures the spirit of humanity, and the beauty of this wonderful state. Slave Cabins: The Architecture of Enslavement Heritage Education Center Gallery – 4th Floor * Exhibit Dates: Through December 30, 2011 Presented in collaboration with the National Black Arts Festival, the Auburn Avenue Research Library will host the exhibition “Slave Cabins: The Architecture of Enslavement.” This exhibit, curated by photographer Curtis Graves, examines the plantation architecture of the living quarters of enslaved Africans. Exhibit Hours: Mon—Thu 10 AM—8 PM / Fri—Sat 12 PM—6 PM / Sun 2 PM—6 PM 101 Auburn Avenue at Courtland Street 404-730-4001, x100 www.afpls.org/aarl APEX MUSEUM The African American Panoramic Experience (APEX) Museum, is Atlanta’s premier African American history museum. The APEX continues to be the leading educational source on the achievements and contributions of Africans and African Americans through world-class exhibits and programs. The APEX Museum is also committed to the development and promotion of African American achievements in such areas as art, science, technology and education. 135 Auburn Avenue NE 404-523-APEX (2739) www.apexmuseum.org MARY STANLEY STUDIO Mary Stanley provides serious art collectors and designers with a responsible alternative for locating contemporary artwork and collaboration on custom projects. Gallery 2, Marquis Two Tower, 235 Avenue 404-892-3211 www.marystanleystudio.com GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY ERNEST G. WELCH SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN GALLERY Scholastic Art Awards Georgia Regional Exhibition Exhibition Dates: Through December 3, 2011 The Scholastic Art Awards features the Middle School and High School Gold Award winners from the State of Georgia. 5 of these young artists are nominated for the American Visions award and have a chance to be included in an exhibition at the national Scholastic Art headquarters in New York City. Welch School Gallery, first floor of the GSU Art & Humanities building, Gilmer St. at Peachtree Center Ave. 404-413-5230 www.gsu.edu/artgallery [email protected] THE WINDOW PROJECT Scott Townsend: Human Capital Exhibition Dates: Through December 31, 2011 Human Capital examines issues of globalization. As part of a global economy, we are connected now in ways that change how we live and work. Human Capital is an ongoing project that is primarily developed as an interactive, gallery based work: audiences can contribute content, where it becomes visualized in real-time in the visual projections. The six-channel street level projection for the Digital Arts and Entertainment Lab is different, experimenting with a number of new, looped projections in a more public format. DAELab, first floor of the One (Park Place at Edgewood Ave.) 404-413-5230 http://www.daelab.com PAIGE HARVEY ART STUDIO As the only artist’s studio on the Art Walk, the Paige Harvey Art Studio at 132 Cone Street features new paintings and works in progress as well as the opportunity to visit with the artist. The studio is located on the third floor of the historic Art Building. The artist's new series "Nocturne at the Southernmost Point" will be on view at Paige Harvey Art Studio, featuring works based on Harvey's visit to South Africa. LUCKIE STREET STUDIOS The Photography of Barrett Wolfe Bearing an eye for storytelling in composition, photographer Barrett Wolfe presents a collection of alluring, gritty and atmospheric portraits. 130 Cone Street and 132 Cone Street, Enter at 130 Cone (corner of Luckie St) 404-577-4261 www.paigeharveyart.com RIALTO CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY Colores de Mexico Exhibition Dates: Through December 29, 2011, Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–4:30 PM, by appt at 404-413-9820 Cesar Plascencia, who personally studied under renowned artist David Villasenor, paints in a vivid, expressive photorealistic style. His exhibit Colores de Mexico depicts the Mexican people and culture. In his first visit to the U.S. made possible by No Mas! Cantina, the Instituto de Mexico, and the Consulado General de México, Plascencia will be painting and communicating his inspirations as part of the Rialto’s Dia de los Muertos celebration. 80 Forsyth Street, NW 404-413-9TIX www.rialtocenter.org VSA ARTS OF GEORGIA, ARTS FOR ALL GALLERY Holiday Art Sale 2011 Exhibition Dates: Through December 23, 2011 VSA arts of Georgia presents our 11th Holiday Art Sale. This annual event offers downtown shoppers handcrafted gift items of fine art at prices that fit into a holiday gift giving budget. Our eclectic selection comes to us from veterans of the event as well as new talent. Join us for work from book- and box-makers to painters, origami and jewelry artisans, textile, ceramic, and stained glass artists from across the state. , Suite R-1, 57 Forsyth Street, NW 404.221.1270 ext. 201 www.vsaartsga.org

FREE EVENT PARKING: United Way parking garage (Peachtree Center Avenue @ Auburn Avenue Enter via driveway Courtland Street or Peachtree Center Avenue) downtownfirstthursdays.com Mary Stanley Studio Gallery 2 • Marquis Two Tower 235 Peachtree Center Avenue 404.892.3211 www.marystanleystudio.com BAKER ST

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GALLERY M Georgia State University Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design Gallery M MARTA STATION 10 Peachtree Center Avenue 404.413.5230 www.gsu.edu/artgallery