The Weekend Calendar 1.21.2011 Edition

Friday

Photograph by Elliot Erwitt (New York, Paris, & Rome) Who will be on Exhibition Fri Jan 21 2011 to Fri March 25 2011

 

Become one with the art. Feel the inspiration and energy it gives you, and take it into your soul like some good old fashion love. Whether you’re a musician, writer, painter, or a spectator; nothing gets your creative mojo flowing like appreciation of beautiful art. The Jackson Fine Art Gallery is having the opening reception of photographers Todd Selby and Elliott Erwitt’s new exhibit.

Info: Jan 21, 6-8pm, no cost, Jackson Fine Art Gallery, 3115 E Shadowlawn Ave, 404-233-3739

http://www.jacksonfineart.com/exhibitions_upcoming.php

Saturday

BLT Steakhouse here in Atlanta

Looking for something different to do besides the old dinner and a movie? Well to spruce it up a bit what if you cooked the dinner? BLT’s first cooking class will be held this Saturday! I mean how sexy is that? Imagine yourself and your date in the swanky restaurant cooking it up while sipping on their finest wine? You won’t just get brownie points for this one my friend, you’ll get full fledged cake points.

Info: Jan 22, 2-4pm, $45, BLT Steak, 45 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd (W Downtown), reserve at 404-577-7601

Sunday

It’s been a great weekend why not unwind with some retail therapy? I thought you’d love it! The Original Boutique Warehouse Sale is back Friday and Saturday January 21 and 22, 2011 from 10 am until 6 pm at Atlantic Station (above Z Gallerie – across from Dillard’s). Shop the end of season sale and save 50-70% off of fall and winter clothes, shoes, and accessories. Over 20 local boutiques participating including favorites like Sandpiper, Meringue, Emly Benham, Lola’s, and more!

Info: 231 18th St. NW Atlanta, GA 30363

Price: Free

Phone: (770) 433-2989

Interview With Artist Jason Phillips

Artist Jason Phillips

Whatever event I’m attending,  before I shake hands, waste pass out business cards, and start speaking to randoms; I observe the room and take in my surroundings.  Some people stand out more than others,  in this instance it was a little girl around the age of 7. She had beautiful brown skin, black curly hair blowing in the wind standing  under a clear blue sky. There was a sense of euphoria in her expression; I was immediatley drawn to her,  so much so the spring breeze was cool, and the smell of lavender and Daisies were intoxicating…She didn’t have to say a word, the brush strokes  spoke for her.

Art can be many things; inspirational, beautiful, truthful, but no matter what it is, it’s always a true form of self-expression at its best. Jason Phillips is one of those artists whose work surpasses just paint on canvas; his work is interwoven with culture, and meaning…..