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We create and curate space and community for
emerging artists.
/ˈärtf(ə)l ætl/
noun
space and community for emerging artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts
Artful ATL is a curated series dedicated to celebrating, supporting, and elevating artists across Atlanta's creative landscape.
Born from nearly 15 years of programming by founders Esohe and George Galbreath, Artful ATL made its debut at Atlanta Contemporary in June 2025 — bringing together 35 artists, 800+ patrons, and $75,000 in artwork sales. What started as a vision for more intentional access to the arts is now a growing ecosystem of year-round programming: artist informationals, open critiques, an Atlanta Art Fair activation, and a day-long artist symposium covering wellness, finance, grants, and the business of art.
We center emerging Atlanta-metro artists and the collectors who are ready to find them — creating the kinds of conversations, connections, and community that traditional art markets too often leave out.
COLLECT
COLLECT
COLLECT
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Collect
the artwork
the art⬝ists
Artful ATL is where Atlanta's emerging artists meet the collectors and enthusiasts who've been waiting to find them. Meet the artists making it happen.
Meet the 2026 Artists
2027 Called...
Are you there?
art⬝ists call
/emerging atlanta-metro artists/
We are excited to announce that the Artful ATL 2026 Artist Call is now open! The artist call is open to emerging artists practicing within the Atlanta metro area.
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Submit current, cohesive artwork by Saturday, February 27.
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Please share this artist call with all of the talented Atlanta, emerging artists in your network.
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The submission fee is $20 and includes a complimentary ticket for admission to the exhibit, whether selected or not
Artful ATL is Saturday, June 13 at Atlanta Contemporary.
To guide you through the open call process and assist in putting together the best submission possible, we're hosting two events.
Virtual Artist Informational
Wednesday
February 17 @ 7pm
Open Artist Critique
Sunday
February 21 @ 3pm
CELEBRATE
CELEBRATE
CELEBRATE
CELEBRATE
CELEBRATE
the artistry
re⬝live
2026
Judges Choice Awardees
1st Place
Charity Hamidullah
2nd Place
Kris Krava
3rd Place
Symone Lakes
PRESS PLAY
Look Closer
what peo⬝ple are say⬝ing
10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND! What a night of art, community, and culture! It was wonderful to see so many art enthusiasts gathered in one place. I spent the evening connecting with some truly amazing people while appreciating a diverse range of artists and creative perspectives. The curation was thoughtful, and the artistry on display was incredibly impressive. I’ll definitely be back for the next one!
Anonymous
Attendee
@artfulatl 2026 was a whole vibe! Great people, good vibe, amazing DJ's, wonderful artists and their amazing works. Always a pleasure to be in the mix of a wonderful community.
Meredith Estes
Artist
1st time at @artfulatl and it was such a great experience. 🥰 I loved connecting with artists, learning about their inspirations, and hearing about the techniques behind their work.
Anonymous
Attendee
What an amazing evening…the energy, the art, and the community were everything. A heartfelt thank you to Esohe and George Galbreath for your vision, hard work, and for believing in all of the artists who made this show so special. Thank you for creating a space where creativity can shine and connections can flourish. So grateful to have been a part of it. ❤️
Aida Beshah
Artist
Artful ATL proves that art Is not mere commodity... it's community!
Dr. Fahamu Pecou
Attendee
God really blessed me when I was aligned with my @artfulatl family! I’ll say it a million times - I would not be the artist I am today without @artfulatl!
Charity Hamidullah
Artist
As an artist, educator, and collector, I know this (Artful ATL) is one of the most enjoyable events for emerging artists and collectors.
Kevin Cole
Attendee
This art journey can be so incredibly taxing but in moments like these the payoff feels big. What George and Esohe have cultivated over the years with @artfulatl is mind blowing to say the least, very powerful stuff.
Kenniese Franklin
Artist
Artful was exactly what the name says. A room full of art, intention, culture, and people who truly showed up for the work. Grateful to be in spaces where creativity is not just displayed, but felt.
More art. More community. More moments like this.
Anonymous
Attendee
I had an incredible experience at @artfulatl! A heartfelt thank you to @georgegalbreath and @esohegalbreath for curating such a remarkable show full of talented artists. I also extend my gratitude to the collectors for your ongoing support. Your engagement makes all the difference!
Alannah Vincent
Artist
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Connect
with each other
be⬝hind the scenes
Behind Artful ATL is a team of dedicated individuals rooted in community, access, and artistic growth. At the helm are founders Esohe and George Galbreath.
george⬝galbreath
George Galbreath is an Atlanta-based artist, educator, and arts advocate. He earned a BFA from Howard University in 2000 and an M.Ed. from the University of Missouri - Columbia in 2002. Over more than two decades of teaching visual art in Fulton County Schools, he has maintained an active studio practice while mentoring the next generation of artists at Westlake High School in Atlanta, Georgia.
George is the co-founder of Artful ATL and the nonprofit UAE Youth Artist Program, initiatives dedicated to supporting youth and emerging artists and cultivating new collectors within Atlanta’s creative community. He is also the co-author of The Galbreath Collection, A Decade of Collecting Atlanta, documenting the extensive contemporary art collection he and his wife have built in support of local artists.
A resident of Castleberry Hill, Galbreath draws inspiration from the neighborhood’s rich creative history and vibrant arts culture. His work was most recently featured in a 2025 group exhibition presented by The Creatives Project at The Goat Farm in Atlanta. He currently works from his studio in Castleberry Hill and is preparing for his fourth solo exhibition, planned for 2027.
esohe⬝galbreath
With a background in engineering and finance, Esohe Galbreath left the corporate world to support artists and small business owners through financial strategy, organization, and curation. Inspired by her mother’s entrepreneurial journey, she has spent over 15 years deeply engaged in Atlanta’s creative ecosystem as founder of Sohé Solutions, co-founder of ARTiculate ATL and the Youth Artists Program, a founding board member of the African Diaspora Art Museum of Atlanta (ADAMA) and co-curator of the Galbreath Collection. As founder of Artful ATL, she continues her mission of creating space, visibility, and opportunity for emerging artists while cultivating lasting relationships through art.
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