MACON – Macon Arts Alliance kicks off its new exhibit, “Roaring 20s” on August 2 with a First Friday opening reception from 5-8 p.m. The show features artwork by emerging artists between the ages of 20 and 29 years old. It’s part of a “Roaring 20s” themed month for Macon Arts Alliance that includes a mid-month Great Gatsby-themed fundraiser, Taste of the Arts 2013.
“I knew early on that I wanted to play off the Roaring 20s theme”, explained Heatherly Wakefield, director of fine art at Macon Arts Alliance. “It’s a great name for an emerging artist show. August’s show will include a few new artists and some artists who are quickly becoming established locally.”
Work by more than 10 young artists will be on display. The exhibit includes a variety of styles and media. Not surprisingly, young artists tend to be more contemporary; so don’t expect rolling landscapes or still life paintings in this show. There will be beautiful work in glass, metal, bold contemporary paintings, colorful prints, and eye-catching photography on display and for sale.
“I wanted a variety of artists who represent a wide spectrum of styles and approaches. Lots of different media,” continued Wakefield. “This event will give these young artists a venue to establish themselves and build their artistic identity in Macon and Central Georgia. An emerging artist show has become an annual tradition for Macon Arts Alliance, so we’re excited to be able to continue that in August.”
“Roaring 20s” at the Macon Arts Alliance opens on Friday, August 2 with a reception from 5-8 p.m. The show continues through August 31. Admission is always free. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Call (478) 743-6940 for more information.
Vein Specialists of the South and Spa Medical are proud sponsors of First Friday at The Gallery at Macon Arts Alliance.