Carnegie Visual Arts Center

[ December 3, 2009 11:00 am to January 30, 2010 6:00 pm. ] …

In the spirit of the Hudson River School of the mid-1800s, the vision of artists Jerry Brown, Mary Reed and Matt Welch is to share ideas and artistic concepts in an attempt to develop a regional movement and particular style of easel painting in the Tennessee Valley.  Their mutual experiences, passion for painting, and collaborative […]

[ October 16, 2009 11:00 am to November 28, 2009 6:00 pm. ] …

An exhibit exploring symbolism and surrealism with no boundaries in the infamous style of Alabama native and internationally known artist, Nall.

Nall - Out of the Box features many new works by Nall. Over 60 pieces are included in the show. Large original installation pieces, etchings and giclee prints of the Bellingrath Gardens flower series and […]

[ September 18, 2009 11:00 am to October 10, 2009 6:00 pm. ] …

Looking back with an eye toward the future, the Decatur Art Guild presents works from past and present members.

[ August 15, 2009 11:00 am to September 12, 2009 4:00 pm. ] …

Crisp and vivid, Trina Hunter’s paintings capture objects, plants, and animals in surreal elegance.

Artist’s Statement: Art, for me, is a reflection of the natural world around me. The beauty I see in the creations of the planet inspire me. I feel a connection to the spirit of the life I am […]

[ July 7, 2009 11:00 am to August 8, 2009 6:00 pm. ] …

The  The Art & Life of Adelaide Mahan exhibit contains the artwork and personal belongings of Adelaide Eleanor Mahan. Adelaide painted in both oil and watercolor as
well as drawing in pencil and ink. Her talent as an artist and her
interesting life history make her a colorful and notable Alabamian. Dr. Mike Mahan, her great nephew, […]

[ May 29, 2009 11:00 am to June 27, 2009 6:00 pm. ] A Coming Together of Amateur & Professional Artists

This exciting show will be presented for the seventh year and this year features over 90 artists from the North Alabama area and beyond. Works in a variety of mediums will be presented for viewing. Juried awards will be given for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place overall. Additional […]

[ May 1, 2009 10:00 am to August 14, 2009 10:00 am. ] Downtown Decatur is all aflutter with giant butterflies. Arts Aflutter, presented by the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, is the most exciting, public, outdoor art event Decatur has ever experienced. Arts Aflutter celebrates the area’s diverse and creative visual artists and spotlights the “rebirth” of Decatur’s downtown. This event will encourage laughter, thought, […]

[ April 17, 2009 5:00 pm to May 23, 2009 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the decorative masks of artist Bill Hickman, the traditional masks of the Northwest Coast Native Americans, the ritual masks of African culture, and the festive masks of Mardi Gras.

[ March 10, 2009 5:00 am to April 9, 2009 5:00 am. ] Youth Art Month is an annual observance each March to emphasize the value of art education for all children and to encourage support for quality school art programs.

Youth Art Month was created in 1961 by Art and Creative Materials Institute, a non-profit association of art and craft […]

[ February 5, 2009 10:00 am to March 5, 2009 5:00 pm. ] Jahni is more than just an artist. As an educator and writer, he believes that creativity in all its forms should be an integral part of any true education or healing process.

Born as John Moore in the Madison County Alabama, he was quick in his arrival and had to be delivered at home by […]