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SAVE THE DATE for our Fil-Am Fiesta in partnership with @museumofventuracounty !

Art + Music + Marketplace + Speakers 🇵🇭

1st SEMIFINAL — INK BATTLE 2025

The tournament is closing in. Only 3 dates left before a new champion takes the crown.

Friday, October 10th — the first semifinal hits:
@hellaleah vs @superkay.art
No shortcuts, no second chances. One artist pushes through, one gets left behind.

@eyedrum Gallery
Doors at 8PM
$5 at the door

Step into the pit, feel the energy, and watch the lines get laid down in real time. This is where the battle gets serious.

https://www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam

The Ink Battle Tournament: Quarterfinal Showdown at Atlanta Comic Con! @atlcomicconvention
After curating some of the most unforgettable art shows around, The Ink Battle Tournament roars back into action—this time at the legendary Atlanta Comic Con!

Catch it live on Saturday, July 19 at 2 PM in Room C105 at Atlanta Comic Con.

Get ready for a clash of creative titans as fan-favorite @hellaleah faces off against the unstoppable force that is @razcity1 in an electrifying quarterfinal ink battle. Expect flying ink, fierce imagination, and jaw-dropping artistry—this is the showdown you don’t want to miss.
With special guest judges and live commentary from:
    •    Sean Fahie @seanfahie – artist, writer, and creative powerhouse
    •    Dosa Kim @x_dosa_x – visionary artist and 3D modeler with credits on TMNT and Transformers
This is more than a battle—it’s a live-action art spectacle. Bring your energy, bring your crew, and witness the ink fly. Who will advance? Hellaleah or Raz? Only one can move on. Be there to see history drawn in real time.

As always want to thank our spinsors @samflax @stickerapp @huiontablet
#InkBattleTournament #AtlantaComicCon #ArtBattle #LiveArt

Join us for the opening reception of American Asian, a group exhibition celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at the Avondale Arts Center. Guest curated by artist Nicole Kang Ahn, the exhibit features works by 16 local artists:

Leah Abucayan
Andrew Blooms
Helen Choi
Killamari
Crystal Jin Kim
Christina Kwan
Jessica Lee
Lynx Nguyen
Jeffrey Wilcox Paclipan
Ash Rader
Janice Rago
Farha Reshamwala
Sanithna
Broly Su
Trudy Tran
Soo Kim Yung

When: Opening Reception, Fri., May 9 from 6-9 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Where: Avondale Arts Center, 84. N. Avondale Rd., Avondale Estates, GA 30002

American Asian will remain on display through a Closing Reception from 6-9 p.m. on Sat., June 21, 2025.

Hours: The Avondale Arts Center is open on Sunday mornings from 10 am to 1 pm, select Saturday afternoons, and by appointment. Check out our Instagram for additional open hours, and email us to arrange private showings.

Parking: There is free parking in the small lot in front of the Avondale Arts Center, note that there is one way in and out of the front lot via Lake St due to roadwork. There are also two large free lots as well as free street parking behind the building that is accessible via Lake Street.

RSVP here

Featuring over 80 artists from across the globe utilizing a variety of mediums and styles, Wild Wonders highlights the intricate connections between humans and animals, celebrating the awe-inspiring creatures that share our planet. From vivid portrayals of majestic beasts to abstract interpretations of animalistic energy, Wild Wonders offers a unique perspective on the natural world.

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Zoo Atlanta and ABV Gallery are teaming up to bring you Animal Inspirations, a one-of-a-kind exhibition showcasing paintings created by the incredible animals of Zoo Atlanta! This will coincide with the ‘Wild Wonders’ group exhibition which will feature 80+ artists, opening in the gallery March 1st from 6-10pm.

This unique show celebrates the creativity of wildlife while supporting conservation efforts. Each piece tells a story, crafted with paws, trunks, and even beaks—turning nature’s movements into stunning works of art.

All animal training programs throughout Zoo Atlanta are based upon positive reinforcement ,meaning that everything is always voluntary for the animals, who can always choose not to participate in an activity.

📅 Opening Reception: March 1st • 6-10PM

'Wild Wonders' Catalogue Request

Announcing our big group show ‘Making Our Mark’ ! Come join us Saturday March 1st, 5-9pm at @empireartsgallery for a fabulous event celebrating artists during Women’s History Month! ATL ART GALS curator @artsy_elaine showcases the talent and creativity of 75+ women and nonbinary artists in different stages of their art journeys. From muralists to woodworkers, this event highlights those who are making their mark in the Atlanta art community. Don’t miss this opportunity to support and be inspired by these incredible artists. See you there!

Get ready for an electrifying showdown on Friday, February 7th at Underground Atlanta! Helleah and Drew Borders, both powerhouse talents from the same crew at High Contrast's Ink Battle, will go head-to-head on stage. In this fierce competition, friendships are set aside—only one can emerge victorious. Don't miss this epic battle where stakes are high and every stroke counts!

I’ll be live painting at the block party!