The HUB-BUB Residency Program is an 11-month opportunity for motivated preprofessional and emerging artists (three visual artists and one creative writer) to live rent-free in Spartanburg, S.C., in order to focus on the creation of their work. Learn more.
Rachel Vanatta Noyes (B.F.A., metals and jewelry, 2003) and Justin Noyes (B.F.A., metals and jewelry, 2003) are co-owners of Nectar Jewelry, part of The Hive Creations, LLC on Anna Maria Island, Fla. Now through Wednesday, Nov. 5 save 20% on all online jewelry purchases. Free gift wrap is included. Use code HOL2008 when ordering. If you are local, place the order online and pick it up at the shop to avoid shipping costs.
Henley Studios presents “Outer Limits: Beyond the Loop” group exhibition featuring Jenny Henley (ACA: B.F.A., sculpture, 2004), Wendy James, Sandra Milton, and Melinda Crider. On display will be paintings, sculptures, mixed media, and experimental works. Henley Studios is located at 280 Elizabeth St. NE, Suite A-109, Atlanta, Ga. Show dates are Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m.; Oct. 25-26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; and by appointment through Nov. 20. Closing reception will be held Nov. 14, 6-9 p.m.
The paintings of Daniel E. Smith (M.F.A., 1999, painting) will be on view as part of the “Dreams & Illusions” group exhibition at Whitney Gallery, 415 Whitaker St., Savannah, Ga. on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 5-9 p.m. This exhibition is part of SavFADA Trolley and Treasure Hop and Hunt.
Scot Hinson (B.F.A., painting, 1991) is launching blankspace, a gallery available for renting on a weekly basis. You’re invited to stop by 112 E. 40th St., Savannah. Ga. and take a look on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 6-8 p.m.
Meryl Truett’s (M.F.A., photography, 2002) “Picturing the Beltline” exhibition runs until Nov. 1, with an artist reception on Oct. 17 from 7-9 p.m. at Barbara Archer Gallery in Atlanta. The Beltline is a loop of tracks that surrounded Atlanta in its early years. Read more.
Kyle Entsminger (B.F.A., computer art, 2003) and Chris Curra (B.F.A., computer art, 2002) of Perpetual FX Creative will launch “Galactic Bowling,” a first-of-kind video game developed for PC, Oct. 20. It is the first title released under the Galactic franchise. “Galactic Bowling” is available for pre-purchase now online via STEAM.
Oct. 25
Are you a former SCAD Bees baseball player? If so, make plans to attend the baseball alumni game and reception in Savannah on Oct. 25. Former SCAD Bees baseball players will take on the 2009 SCAD Bees baseball team in a nine-inning game at Grayson Stadium. If you didn’t play baseball at SCAD, plan to come out and cheer on the teams. Batting practice begins at 11 a.m., followed by the game at noon. A reception for the players will take place at 6 p.m. at Wild Wing Cafe in City Market. RSVP to Shawn Summe at 912.525.4783 by Oct. 18.
Jason Statts (B.F.A., illustration, 1996) was shot on June 28 in the Ardsley Park neighborhood of Savannah. He continues to rehabilitate at Shepherd Center in Atlanta. A t-shirt has been created to benefit Jason and his recovery. To purchase a t-shirt, contact stattshimselftshirts@gmail.com. For updates about his condition, visit his MySpace blog.
Amiri Farris (B.F.A., illustration, 1997; M.F.A. painting, 2006) won the United Way of the Lowcountry’s recent song competition based on the theme “Live United. View the video.