In collaboration with local artists, both young and old, new and experienced, Distillery of Modern Art is bringing art to life and making it approachable in a whole new way.
We are committed to supporting and encouraging a thriving local art community.
Lola Okunola is an award-winning mixed media artist celebrated for her vibrant, textured works that beautifully capture the essence of African culture and fashion. Her art, characterized by bold colors and intricate layers, reflects her deep connection to her heritage and resonates with audiences worldwide. Lola’s work has graced the walls of renowned galleries such as Zari Gallery in London, Mash Gallery in Hollywood, and Hammonds House Museum in Atlanta. In 2023, she made her first appearance at Miami Art Week, earning critical acclaim and expanding her reach in the contemporary art scene. Her pieces are also featured at The Hamilton Hotel in Alpharetta, adding a touch of cultural elegance to the prestigious space. Beyond her artistic endeavors, Lola is a passionate advocate for the arts, serving on the Arts and Culture Commission in Brookhaven, where she dedicates her time to supporting local artists and enriching the community’s cultural landscape.
Travis Love is a self-taught fine artist and illustrator gaining most of his knowledge and influence from the skateboarding and graffiti subcultures, which he grew up around. After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta in 2011, with a B.F.A. in Brand Development and Graphic Arts, he has continued expanding his range of technique and creative approach over the years. His works have been featured in Hypebeast, the AJC, Source magazine, and many more publications. You can see his work on the streets of New York or the walls of Los Angeles, and worldwide.
His broad range of creative skill has led to collaborations with some of the world’s leading art directors and influencers. He is most recognized for his bold color and composition through his unique interweaving design, which represents togetherness and unity through abstract shapes to create a visual harmony known as tanglism released in 2016.
LELA BRUNET (b. 1985) is a visual artist living in Atlanta, Georgia. She received her BA in Art Education from Kennesaw State University in 2014. With her main subject being the female form, Lela explores the contrast created when the grace of the figure and the tension of energetic patterns and colors collide together. Lela’s work explores this visual battlefield of pattern, color, and form. She works in a variety of media including murals, painting, drawing, and design. She has exhibited her work and murals in multiple galleries and events throughout the United States and internationally. Her clients include Adidas, Microsoft, MailChimp, Facebook, Starbucks, Pepsi, NCR Corporation, Orpheus Brewing, Mellow Mushroom, and Soul Cycle.
Chapin, that’s what everyone calls a Guatemalan from immigrant descend.
Armando Chacon who came to this country due to unforeseen family and political
events and circumstances that changed his life. He won a national art contest in
native country at age twelve. Competing with more than 40,000 students for a
grand prize. Winning best of show and a one of a lifetime trip to Spain with all
expenses paid. All of these events allowed him to uncover his love for art.
Chris Alvarez and Courtney Hicks are an artistic power-couple based out of Atlanta, Georgia. Chris is originally from Spain, and studied animation. Courtney is from Philadelphia where she studied illustration and fine arts. For the past ten years, they have created content for some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. In their free time, they create murals, illustrations, gallery and public art, all over GA and the surrounding states. They also enjoy comics, Mariokart, and pizza.
A Fusion of Artistry and Mixology: Distillery of Modern Art and Jen Boaz Art proudly present their collaboration, where Jen’s vibrant artwork intertwines with six new summer cocktails. Overflowing with textures and bursting with colors, this collection celebrates the essence of seasonality. Each drink is a masterful blend of flavors, mirroring the vibrant hues and lively sensations of summer, inviting you to savor the fleeting moments of this sun-kissed season in every refreshing sip. Art available for purchase.
If you are interested in exhibiting in the Watson Gallery, please reach out to russell (at) distilleryofmodernart (dot) com. Please include links to your website and IG as well as any other information you may find helpful.