Join us for Helen Ziga’s Gallery Showcase. Ziga will be in the Watson Gallery discussing her work and answering guest questions.

Artist Statement:

I am inspired by the beauty and complexity of color and shape, making reference to the physical world as I experience it. The aesthetic of my artwork is a geometric, hard-edged abstraction. I use large and small shapes, lines, patterns and color relationships to represent a metaphor about the space and control an artist has over said visual space. While at first glance the artworks are aesthetically pleasing, I purposefully provide multiple points for the eye to rest. The size of the panel, the compositional scale, color saturation and brightness, proximity and distance, create a planar surface that does not stop moving. My intent is to ensure the painting has no object, no singular point that the viewer can depend on to define the composition. The eye will be continuously redirected to other areas of the plane. There is no place for rest.

My artistic lineage comes from Minimalism, the Graphic Arts and Feminism, occasionally converging geometric shapes with craft-based materials. I create acrylic paintings on canvas, wood and paper and often incorporate embroidery as a nod to craft. I relate to the texture and warmth embroidery adds to a surface. Much of my work is mapped out in advance, sketched out in Adobe Illustrator, and drawn on the surface before I begin painting. This process allows me to focus as I take the work into its final form.

Your ticket includes a cocktail before the event.

Immerse yourself in a unique experience that combines the art of candle-making with the ambiance of a local distillery. You will be creating luxury soy and coconut wax blend candles in a 10 oz crystal glass vessel. For this event, fragrance oil options will be a mix of classic scents such as vanilla and eucalyptus. Enjoy signature cocktails crafted by Distillery of Modern Art as you work your way through the event.

Limited spots are available for this exclusive candle-making class at the distillery. Secure your place now to embark on a sensory experience that harmonizes the worlds of fragrance, craftsmanship, and cocktails. Unleash your creativity and create candles that reflect your unique style.

Please note that participants must be of legal drinking age to enjoy the cocktail mixer. Proper identification may be required.

For any additional questions, please contact the event organizer, Taylor Kelly, at hi@taylormatthewkelly.com.

We look forward to sharing this memorable candle-making experience with you at our special distillery edition of this candle-making workshop event! *By attending this event, you agree to a photographer capturing moments during the event to share with attendees post event.

Top Shelf Comedy is a monthly stand-up comedy show featuring the best of Atlanta comedians at Distillery of Modern Art.
Sunday, April 28
Doors: 7pm; Show: 7:30pm
Tickets: $20
21+ to enter

Hosted by: Amanda Marks

Featuring:

• Amy Brown
• Joel Byars
• Zain Sharif
• And more to be announced

Join maestro Paul Fischer and his house band as they perform with guest musicians from around the city! Are you a musician? Bring your instrument to jam with the band!

Join us for an incredible art show at the Distillery of Modern Art on May 5th from 1-5pm, hosted by SPS Productions. This event is a celebration of creativity and community, featuring over 20 talented artists showcasing their work.

In addition to the amazing artwork on display, there will be two live painters creating masterpieces right before your eyes. Immerse yourself in the artistic process and witness the creation of unique and captivating pieces.

To enhance your experience, craft cocktails and delicious food will be available for purchase. Indulge in a variety of delectable treats while you explore the art and mingle with fellow art enthusiasts.

But this event is not just about art and entertainment. We are proud to announce that select pieces from the art show will benefit Peachtree Farm, a non-profit organization founded in 2021. Peachtree Farm’s mission is to provide meaningful employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Currently, Peachtree Farm operates a 3000sqft greenhouse on two acres of land in Peachtree Corners. They serve 50 individuals with disabilities each month, offering vocational training and valuable skills development. Last year alone, the farm grew over 1 ton of tomatoes, which were distributed through a wholesaler, a food desert mobile market, and farmers markets.

By attending this event, you are not only supporting local artists but also making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Join us for an afternoon of art, community, and giving back.

Admission to the event is free, so mark your calendars and invite your friends. We can’t wait to see you there!

Embark on a refined exploration of cocktail craftsmanship with the pristine purity and smooth character of our exquisite Atlanta Vodka. Set against the backdrop of artistic inspiration, this event, hosted by Bar Manager Trey Jones, invites you to uncover the essence of sophistication and creativity in mixology.

Indulge your senses as you sample a curated selection of cocktails crafted with precision and flair, each highlighting the unique characteristics of Atlanta Vodka.

Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, our cocktail class promises an experience filled with creativity, inspiration, and, above all, the pure elegance of Atlanta Vodka. Join us for an evening of refinement and discovery as we toast to the art of the cocktail. Cheers!

Your ticket includes two cocktails and bar snacks.

Join us for Susan Proctor’s Gallery Showcase. Proctor will be in the Watson Gallery discussing her work and answering guest questions.

Artist Statement:

Taste, touch, smell sight and sound create an awareness of surroundings and sensibilities.

Layers of acrylic paint and collage create heightened depth and interest. Abstract shapes and forms allow the eye to move through the canvas whether the subject be objective or non-objective. The creative experience, for me, is both conscious and subliminal. It is a spiritual place within that produces a work that has the ability to evoke response from the viewer.

Your ticket includes a cocktail before the event.

Join us for Steve Dinberg’s Gallery Showcase. Dinberg will be in the Watson Gallery discussing her work and answering guest questions.

Artist Statement:

For me photography has always been fun and full of magic. As a kid, it was fun to compose, fun to capture, magic to spend time in the darkroom developing and processing film, but most of all, fun to share my photos.

It was fun to seek out and engage people, and magic to travel to new lands or find the unusual. It was magic to convey an emotion or make a point and touch others through visual imagery that I created. As an adult, photography continues to be more fun and magical than I ever dreamed! Despite changes in technology that have occurred during my lifetime, the aesthetics of photography remains much the same. The creative mind of the photographer is still the most important element needed to create a great photo. The camera doesn’t create a photograph, it’s merely a tool. We still need to be aware, and have the willingness to take time to interact with our subjects, and to learn seek and experiment with new processes.  But most of all, never forget the process that allows us to create.

I have been fortunate to have traveled to many amazing countries, as I love people, and being able to wander the streets that have taken me to back on not so traveled roads.

Today, photography continues to be fun and magical!

I’ve always been excited to have the opportunity to show in a gallery and thought when that time came, I would be showing people and images of the many streets traveled. However, this show has allowed me to delve into my library of images and explore a different aspect of this art by creating abstracts through the use of textures, light and shapes. I’m reinspired by the magic I find in it and continue to have fun on the journey. I hope you find in these images your own interpretation of the magic.

Your ticket includes a cocktail before the event.

Join us for a joyous all-levels Hatha yoga class in appreciation of the wise women in our lives taught by E-RYT 500 instructor Cherri McCallister.

After enjoying a delicious brunch, continue the celebration of Mother’s Day at this special introduction to modern calligraphy workshop at Distillery of Modern art.

Please note you are encouraged, but not required to come with your momma for this class. The workshop is open to all!!

Have you always wanted to learn calligraphy? You got a beginner kit months or years ago, and all it’s done is collect dust in your closet. You scroll through videos on social media of pretty lettering and think “I wish I could do that” yet you never put pen to paper?

If you’re feeling intimidated or lost this Atlanta calligraphy class is for you!

In this modern calligraphy workshop, you’ll learn the basic process of building letters in modern styles with guides, worksheets, and instruction. You’ll also receive a beginner kit of calligraphy materials including a pen holder, nibs, ink, and of course, paper. During the last portion of the class, you’ll have the opportunity to test your pen and ink on different types of paper and envelopes. You will even be able to take home folded cards to write cards to your loved ones using your new skills!

No prior calligraphy experience is necessary. We’ll be covering how to use the materials as well as how to build letters, write words, and layout a final piece of calligraphy.

Please arrive early to order a cocktail and some snacks before class begins!

TICKETS INCLUDE:

• 90-minutes of instruction
• building letters worksheet
• guidelines worksheet
• beginner kit (straight holder, starter nibs, 1 pot of black ink)

As a professional calligrapher, I have learned to apply my lettering skills to varied materials including engraving on glass. One of my favorite brand activations (for me and the businesses I work with) is fragrance engraving on-site. After a year and a half of practice, I’ve combined all of my knowledge into one class to teach you how to engrave on glass.

In this 2-hour course, you’ll learn how to use a hand drill to engrave on glass. We’ll cover the basics of how to use the tool, techniques for applying the design onto glass, using different size burrs (tips), and adjusting the pressure and speed of the engraver to achieve the result you desire. You’ll have an opportunity to engrave on a flat piece of glass and round and curved objects.

Calligraphy experience is not necessary to take this class. We’ll use lettering examples and basic drawings to learn how to use the engraver.

Supplies are not included in this class.

An engraver will be provided for class use and an option to purchase the tool after class. Glass sheets and other varied materials like bottles and glassware will be available for students to use during and at the end of class. Worksheets are also included.

Please arrive early to order a cocktail and some snacks before class begins!