Where Can I Buy Local Art in Atlanta?
In the market for some local Atlanta art? Fortunately, ATL is home to many an artist; take a jaunt down the street in Little Fiveand rest assured that creativity abounds!
If you're looking to support the local art scene or just on the hunt for a great piece to fill an empty wall, here are some recommendations for places to purchase from Georgia artists and makers.
Street Festivals
Street festivals are a fantastic way to check out the work of local artists, and to meet the artists themselves!
Inman Park Festival is one of Atlanta's larger and longer-running street festivals. Held yearly in the spring, the street market boasts an expansive list of vendors of all kinds: print work, ceramics, leather goods and numerous other mediums are represented. It's a fantastic way to browse the works of lots of Georgia artists all in one place.
There are loads of smaller and more frequent street fests to attend in ATL as well. Cryptid Creatives organize fun themed markets every couple of weeks; check them out on Instagram to get the scoop on upcoming events!
HomeGrown
If you're looking for a brick-and-mortar store that focuses on local art, HomeGrown awaits! Located right by the Decatur Marta station, HomeGrown is in its fifteenth year of providing a space for Atlanta artists to showcase their talents year-round (with a particular fondness for the eclectic.)
HomeGrown is proud to display the works of Georgia artists such as Methane Studios, Kandus Johnson, R. Land and MANY others. Swing by to find a unique print, check out some one-of-a-kind pottery, try on some locally-made jewelry and more!
Cat Eye Creative
Also in Decatur is Cat Eye Creative, a gallery and studio space that curates work from both local and global artists. They are dedicated to providing access to fine art and host an expansive list of artists from various disciplines.
As well as having art for sale, they regularly host group and solo exhibitions with themes such as "Spring Flowers" and "Southern Charm." You can view what exhibitions are upcoming here!
There are plenty of ways to connect to Atlanta's local art scene. We hope this list is a helpful place to start!