TCP’s ART-FORCE housing program provides up to ten Atlanta based artists with affordable housing, shared studio space, and exhibition opportunities for a two-year cycle. In exchange, each resident will serve the Adair Park communitiy’s youth and senior population through educational programs on and offsite through TCP's Community Arts Program (CAP). APPLY HERE.
My work bridges the traditional art of quilting into the modern realm with the use of contemporary fabrics and patterns and the exploration of hand-sewn techniques. With a focus on portraits and figures, I like to explore organic and modern shapes while creating depth with pattern design. The vast style of the African diaspora is shown through fashion, hair, and style which can be seen throughout my work. I look to set a light on that individuality of the everyday life of my subjects.
Thinkin' Of A Master Plan, 2020. Fabric, hand embroidery on hand dyed textiles. 47”x72”
Orange Nude, 2019.Fabric, applique on hand relief printed textiles
43”x50.5”
Adana Tillman born in Akron, Ohio now, works out of Atlanta as a fiber/textile artist, with a concentration on figurative depictions. She first began her exploration into the art of quilting by the instruction of her mother, who herself began sewing at an early age. Receiving formal training in the visual arts from elementary through college, and supplementing her education with classes of self-direction outside of traditional schooling. Her work primarily focuses on the exploration of identity and self-expression of her subjects. With the use of various fabrics, she creates intricate quilted textile portraiture works. She rcompleted a residency with Hambidge Creative Arts Center in Rabun Gap, Georgia in Summer 2020. Her work has been acquired by collectors nationally, including The Akron Main Library.
My work has always been about where design, art and concept intersect. I’ve never quite been a graphic designer, nor an illustrator, nor an artist - but some sort of combination of the three. Concept is my driving force, and I find myself using it to create an emotional connection with the viewer – generally through the use of surprise, wonder, or humor. A smart, surprising, tangible idea that I haven’t seen before is what really excites me and makes me the proudest of my work.
Animal Pyramid Pattern. 13” x 17”. 12 Acrylic
After growing up in Lilburn, Georgia, Joseph Veazey attended SCAD, where he graduated in 2009 with a BFA in Graphic Design. Not long after, he relocated to NYC for the next six years and served as Art Director for fashion designer Azede Jean-Pierre. Back in Atlanta, he would take on the position of Senior Designer at Adult Swim for three years. Currently, he freelances and teaches as a part-time professor at Georgia State and Creative Circus.
Joe has also freelanced for clients like Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Vice, Tribeca Film Festival, Coach, Vevo, Fanta, Ogilvy, and many more. His work has been selected for the Print Magazine Annual, American Illustration, Society of Illustrators (3x Gold Medal), Graphis Poster Annual, Communication Arts, and many more. His fashion prints have been showcased by Elle, WWD, Glamour, Essence, InStyle and Paper Magazine, and have been worn by Solange, Lady Gaga, Gillian Jacobs, and others.
As a Visual Artist, my intention with my work is to uplift and empower others to pursue their individual purpose. My artwork showcases the beauty and dignity of my people, and I hope to inspire others with my collections. My most recent work is heavily influenced by iconic figures in pop culture. My bold sense of color is deeply rooted in my Liberian heritage. I incorporate textiles from West African countries to remind my audience that Pop Culture has always pointed back to African people.
Keturah Benson is a Visual Artist who is inspired by the delicate intricacies of human anatomy and nature itself. She uses her work to allow her audience to connect to her personal passions. Never forgetting her roots, she utilizes influences from her rich Liberian culture in everything she does. Her experiences working in live event production (music), and her infatuation with the Avant-Garde inform her vivid color pallet. Her intention with her work is to uplift and empower others to pursue their purpose. Her artwork showcases the beauty and dignity of her people, and she hopes to inspire others with her collections of works.
As an artist with a laundry list of marginalized identities, my goal in creating is to eternalize the complex feelings and ordinary moments of the silenced and the oppressed. Most of my work centers Black and/or queer individuals from throughout history and present day society. Sometimes, my focus on Blackness and queerness evolves into cathartic, political work that exposes white supremacy and other violences done unto the marginalized. Other times, my focus on marginalized identity means looking through Black archives and retroactively validating the experiences of my elders through the recreation of their photographs. Other times, I express my focus through campy comics that celebrate simple interactions within the Black and/or queer community. No matter the visual content of my expression, my intentions and my purpose remain the same: to create a home for the very valid emotions and experiences of the unheard.
Simpson Street NW. Mural - 2021
After graduating from college in 2019, I became a full-time freelance artist. For me, becoming full-time meant investing all of my time and resources into creating and sharing art with the confidence that it would keep me afloat. I started by building my website into a professional representation of me and my work; doing community portrait sales in my signature artistic styles; and printing, selling, & shipping my own prints. Shortly after making this switch, I was awarded my first mural through Living Walls and Adult Swim. Through the process of designing and painting this mural, I found a love for mural installation. Upon completion, I immediately began searching for more mural opportunities. Shortly after, I completed 2 murals for Stacks Squares and another for Audiomack, all while continuing to work on various personal and commercial commissions. I continue to search for mural opportunities, complete commissioned portraits, and build my brand as SOFAHOOD.
Whether it be dance, composing musical scores, directing, or writing, my main objective is to remain true to the medium and to myself. I want people to walk away with whatever they needed...and if they didn’t need anything, that’s okay too. I don’t really want people to feel anything specific. Whatever happens naturally is fine with me.
Xavier’s very first professional art job came at the age of nineteen…Hip Hop dance teacher at Georgia Dance Conservatory. From the age of 19-24, he instructed and taught master classes at many studios/schools, including Kennesaw State University, Brenau University, Atlanta Ballet, Gwinnett Ballet Theatre, Dancers studio Backstage, and many more. In 2015, he was hired at Grayson High School as Dance Director. In 2019, he began touring with KAR National Dance Competition. During this time, he began sharpening my skills in music and music theory. By 2020, earlier this year, he began composing musical scores for multiple dance companies, including Emory University, ImmerseATL, Georgia Staib, Zoetic Dance Ensemble, and many more! Also, this year, he was hired as a professional dancer for T. Lang and had a 2-month residency with Dance Canvas under the direction of Angela Harris. He also choreographed a live performance for Grammy-nominated artist Jack Harlow.