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Opening at the High is the exhibit, "Houdon at the Louvre:
Masterworks of the Enlightenment," at Louvre Atlanta, where visitors can see works by French Enlightenment master Jean-Antoine Houdon.

"Road to Freedom: Photographs from the Civil Rights Movement
, 1956-1968" arrives at the High Museum of Art this month as the most significant art museum exhibition devoted to photography of the Civil Rights Movement in more than two decades. A bulwark to the Civil Rights Movement in the South, Atlanta remains a central force in its history, as shown by these more than 130 photographs-many of which have never been on public display-and their power to shape public opinion in the 1950s and '60s.

The newest exhibit at the Atlanta History Center, "In the C
lassical Tradition: Designs by Philip Trammell Shutze," presents artifacts from Shutze's illustrious career spanning more than six decades, during which he produced more than 700 architectural designs. The native Georgian was named America's Greatest Living Classical Architect in 1977 and spent the majority of his adulthood working in Atlanta until his death in 1982. This landmark retrospective will feature floor plans, elevations and more.

Visitors to The Signature Shop & Gallery this month will fin
d a collection of eye-catching, large-scale vessels greeting them at the gallery's entrance. Glazed in vibrant colors and graphic black-and-white patterns by artist Jack Moulthrop, the hand-crafted pieces of pottery will be gallery mainstays through the end of summer.

Naomi Silva Gallery presents its sixth annual summer group e
xhibition featuring seven artists. Summer Exhibition - VI is free and open to the public. The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m and by appointment.

The Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia has partnered with
the Charles Loridans Foundation to produce the Working Artist Project competition, promoting contemporary artists in metro Atlanta. Among the prizes awarded to this year's winners-Maria Artemis, Marcia R. Cohen and Matt Haffner-was a significant stipend for each to further pursue their artistic endeavors.

A new exhibit at the Savannah College of Art and Design's Tr
ois Gallery, "Perishable Constructions" features a new body of work by Karen Sam Norgard. Working with natural materials uncovered near the shores of western Nova Scotia, the artist creates ephemeral dress forms that she then memorializes in digital photographs. The exhibit is an extension of her ongoing series, "Women Are Everywhere."

The 40th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luth
er King Jr. inspired the newest multimedia installation at the Savannah College of Art and Design's ACA Gallery. Carrie Mae Weems memorializes the event with "Constructing History: A Requiem to Mark the Moment." Examining the human rights movement on a global scale, Weems brings social and political injustices to the spotlight.

"After 1968: Contemporary Artists and the Civil Rights Legac
y" continues at the High Museum of Art as a companion to the exhibition, "Road to Freedom: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement, 1956-1968." "After" presents paintings, sculpture, photographs, video, sound and light works which comment on the progression of social change. Among the artists
featured are Jefferson Pinder, Nadine Robinson and Hank Willis Thomas.

The Atlanta History Center celebrates Georgia's Native Ameri
can roots with an unconventional look at the Creek and Cherokee Indians. While most historical accounts stop at the Trail of Tears, when tribes were forcibly moved west, "Native Lands: Indians and Georgia" explores Native Americans' recent history and their continuing influences on our state. The traveling exhibition will feature village replicas as well as videos of contemporary Native Americans discussing modern community issues.

A dual show at Barbara Archer Gallery features pieces by Cha
rlotte Foust and Melissa Stern. In "A Common Space," both artists invent human-like creatures using paint and clay. Subdued shades with restrained use of vibrant color give their artworks a dark, yet whimsical appeal.

See paintings by Buckhead locals Jean Glenn and Shannon Nyim
icz in a month-long show at Tew Galleries, which begins mid-month. Glenn, who works primarily in oils, draws much of her inspiration from nature, as seen in her organic, abstract shapes. Nyimicz creates whimsical, large-scale still-life paintings solely from memory, improvising with imagination in every brushstroke. Ceramic pieces by Linda Cares Wilkinson will also be on view. The exhibit's opening reception will be on July 18 from 6-9 p.m.

In conjunction with the National Black Arts Festival's 20th
anniversary celebration, Studio Swan presents "New Black," an exhibit of pieces by a number of talented African-American artists. Kevin Sipp and Larry Walker curate the exhibit. Sipp is the curator at the Hammond's House Museum. Walker is a veteran artist who has curated more than 90 exhibits. The exhibit's opening reception will be held on July 18 from 5-8 p.m.

Ford Smith's newest body of work at Ford Smith Fine Art demo
nstrates a combination of classic pointillism and splatter techniques, resulting in brilliantly colored landscapes. The artist is known for his unique trust of the creative process\; Smith never approaches a painting with a particular idea. If his creativity feels hindered on one canvas, he moves on to the next until he becomes inspired once again.

At The Signature Shop & Gallery this month, "Dog Days" cele
brates man's best friend in a group show by 10 contemporary artists. The artworks pay homage to the dog in a range of forms, from realistic portraits to whimsical interpretations. Atlanta artists debuting at the gallery include Krista Grecco, Sylvia Lampen, Kirsten Stingle and Beth Tarkington.

Callanwolde Fine Arts Center showcases the sculptures of Har
ry Zmijewski in "Production: American Work Ethic." A former production machinist and welder, the artist utilizes materials such as rusted steel and shipping pallets. Zmijewski finds inspiration in the natural and simplistic design elements of factories and warehouses. The sculptures capture the beauty of characteristically hectic environments in their moments of stillness. Opening reception 8/1, 7-9 p.m.

Atlanta native Pattie Rice Blohm captures equine beauty and
grace in "Horsing Around," a new solo exhibition at Anne Irwin Fine Art. Characterized by strong contrasts and glowing colors, Blohm's works highlight the animal as subject and disregard the background for a focused, dynamic result.

Over 150 lots of handmade art are donated to benefit numerou
s programs of the Toe River Arts Council - clay, handblown glass, jewelry, paintings, photographs, baskets and more. A preview of items will be available at the gallery and on-line from August 1-10, 2008.

Instructor: Eric King of ScapesEvery element of great g
arden design should serve a purpose by resolving a specific issue or question. Learn how to design beautiful and functional landscapes with Eric King, Registered Landscape Architect for Scapes. The class will cover how to analyze existing site conditions, how to design a new landscape that fits the site and how to put it all down on paper.

Artists participating in Studioplex's Art Walk include Marci
a Jones, Maurice Evans, Louis Delsarte, Ron Adams, Catherine Colquitt, Dante Yarborough, Montine, Matt Janke, Warren Green, Morrison Illustrations, Stewart McClean, Cartrell Coleman, Chuck Douglas, Howard Martin, Josh Traylor, Merrill Robinson and Saidi Chouaieb.

Friday Jazz is an evening of art and music every third Frida
y of the month, including live musical performances and extended hours to view special exhibitions. Friday Jazz is Atlanta's most unique jazz venue-voted "Best Jazz Alternative Venue" by Atlanta Magazine and "Best of Atlanta" by Creative Loafing. Food and drink are available for purchase. Sign up to receive monthly e-news highlighting Friday Jazz performers.

May 2008: Melvin Jones Quintet
June 2008: Dan Barascu
July 2008: Tyrone Jackson (in conjunction with NBAF\; Late night performance by Rio Negro.)

Bring your collectibles, uniquities and antiquities to Eleg
ant Attic August 17 for the shop's first annual antiques roadshow. The more unusual your items, the more likely they will have fascinating stories behind them. Walter C. Golden, Sr., CDP SCP ISA, owner of Golden's Antique Supply will assess your prized pieces.

Instructor: Eric King of ScapesEvery element of great g
arden design should serve a purpose by resolving a specific issue or question. Learn how to design beautiful and functional landscapes with Eric King, Registered Landscape Architect for Scapes. The class will cover how to analyze existing site conditions, how to design a new landscape that fits the site and how to put it all down on paper.

Art event in downtown arts and lofts district. Visit fabulou
s galleries, shop in the trendy boutiques and eat fantastic food, all within walking distance of Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium!

The Atlanta Seventeen will present a free outdoor concert at
the Swingin' Starlight Soiree hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church. Admission is free (reservations requested). Call (678) 387-1126 or email events@westminster-pca.org to reserve a table.

Instructor: Eric King of ScapesEvery element of great g
arden design should serve a purpose by resolving a specific issue or question. Learn how to design beautiful and functional landscapes with Eric King, Registered Landscape Architect for Scapes. The class will cover how to analyze existing site conditions, how to design a new landscape that fits the site and how to put it all down on paper.

Lagerquist Gallery presents the paintings of Edward Cooper a
nd Frederick Doloresco. Cooper's artwork captures the natural light of the rocky coast of Maine and the coastal marshes of Georgia. Doloresco, who has won accolades in a number of national exhibitions, paints impressionist and realist pieces.

Instructor: Eric King of ScapesEvery element of great g
arden design should serve a purpose by resolving a specific issue or question. Learn how to design beautiful and functional landscapes with Eric King, Registered Landscape Architect for Scapes. The class will cover how to analyze existing site conditions, how to design a new landscape that fits the site and how to put it all down on paper.

A solo exhibition at Marcia Wood Gallery showcases abstract
encaustic paintings by Eric Blum. The artist's works feature ambiguous forms that appear to be trapped beneath the surface. To create his pieces, Blum alternates layers of pigmented wax, watercolor, resin and silk, then infuses them with distorted imagery.

Historic Downtown Norcross kicks off the weekend early, wit
h live music, refreshments, artists, special savings at local shops and restaurants and more! Entertainment changes monthly - good free fun!

Clem Bedwell's first solo exhibition of landscape-inspired a
bstracts arrives mid-month at TEW Galleries. Each of his clean and contemporary paintings depicts different aspects of nature.

Instructor: Eric King of ScapesEvery element of great g
arden design should serve a purpose by resolving a specific issue or question. Learn how to design beautiful and functional landscapes with Eric King, Registered Landscape Architect for Scapes. The class will cover how to analyze existing site conditions, how to design a new landscape that fits the site and how to put it all down on paper.

Artists participating in Studioplex's Art Walk include Marci
a Jones, Maurice Evans, Louis Delsarte, Ron Adams, Catherine Colquitt, Dante Yarborough, Montine, Matt Janke, Warren Green, Morrison Illustrations, Stewart McClean, Cartrell Coleman, Chuck Douglas, Howard Martin, Josh Traylor, Merrill Robinson and Saidi Chouaieb.

There will be a grand opening reception on 9/12 from 6-9 p.m
. Guests will be given a grand tour of the new exhibition facility, which gallery owner Bill Lowe describes as "part museum, part temple and part music video."

Jackson Fine Art presents a dual photography exhibit featuri
ng Edith Maybin's "The Conversion Document" and Christopher Bucklow's "Tetrarch." Maybin's work belongs to permanent collections of The National Museum Wales and The National Portrait Gallery, London. Bucklow's works utilize an intense quality of light and have been featured in galleries around the world.

The second annual Atlanta Arts Festival returns to Midtown's
Piedmont Park this month. This fine arts exhibition offers Atlantans the chance to peruse art collections from 200 artists in 12 different mediums during the three-day event, which also offers live entertainment. Patrons of the preview party will have the opportunity to view and purchase the artwork before the event opens to the public. 9/12-9/14\; preview party 9/12, 4-8 p.m.

Christy Kinard's mixed-media collages take on a three dimens
ional life of their own as they portray the flora in her native state of Georgia.

California artist Brigitte McReynolds works in layers of pai
nt, creating luminous color, depth and voluptuous texture. Her paintings often tell stories of the conflicts between one's internal and wordly journeys--a matter of connecting and aligning one's inner journey to the possibilities in the life ahead.

A descendant of the legendary feuding clan, Rodney Hatfield
came out of the hills of Kentucky where he was surrounded by the raw energies of faith healers, religious mystics, musicians and animals. Hatfield is as fearless with color and materials as he is with subject matter. His "visual poems" are the real thing.

Carl Linstrum and Rob Matre, two of the minds behind Atlant
a's Aliya Linstrum Gallery and Matre Gallery, have joined forces to create Linstrum & Matre Artworks. The gallery's grand opening exhibit arrives mid-month, featuring new works by Jonathan Fenske, Duy Huynh and Cara Ober. 9/12-10/18\; grand opening celebration 9/12, 7-9 p.m.