New York and Los Angeles may be known for their art scenes but the South has something to say when it comes to the arts. The region is responsible for self-taught and primitive artists as well as those that followed the traditional arts education path at places like the Savannah College of Art and Design or Ringling College of Art and Design. Art Basel, Miami, … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Art Festivals
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Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Frank Lloyd Wright is an American legend, known for his unique style of architecture. Notable works include Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum. While most of his work is found in Pennsylvania and Illinois, there are also Frank Lloyd Wright structures around the South, in part because of the planned houses sold later in his career. Some even came with furniture. … [Read more...] about Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Where to Find Street Art in Chattanooga
Often overlooked in favor of larger cities like Nashville, Chattanooga, Tennessee has a thriving street art and mural culture if you know where to look. There are many neighborhoods beyond the tourist district that have been revitalized with colorful paint. Most of these works are commissioned, rather than illegal "tags," and are by local artists rather than those brought … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Chattanooga
Where to Find Street Art in Charleston
While you may not consider Charleston, South Carolina to be home to any sort of arts scene, one of the twentieth century's most notable street artists, Shepherd Fairey, hails from the Holy City. You can see his work, along with many others, throughout the area. While originally the street art scene was limited to stencils and wheat paste, large-scale murals are becoming … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Charleston
Where to Find Street Art in Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee is known more for music than art. But that is changing, especially in the up and coming neighborhoods. Murals have been commissioned to beautify areas and encourage the sharing of images on social media. Some were done by companies, while others were created through the Nashville Walls Project, with both local and national artists being featured. Many … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Nashville
