Visual Arts

In 2004, Brenda Lovelady Spahn founded The Lovelady Center, a faith-based rehabilitation facility in Birmingham, Alabama where women come to live for nine to twelve months as they recover from addiction, domestic violence, or incarceration. The center strives to help women rebuild their lives and walk forward with faith-driven hope for the future and a […]

This annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in our Walking Gallery is held in conjunction with the Friends of Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Association’s annual Festival of the Cranes, which will take place January 12-14 in Decatur, Alabama. ACA Special weekend hours: Saturday, January 13 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Sunday, January […]

Junior Duck Stamp Drawing Workshop with Tammie Clark Free and open to children interested in entering the Jr. Duck Stamp Contest Location: Room 118 (3M Room)

A “make and take” painting event during Festival of the Cranes with talented local artist/designer, Tracy Roberts McCann! Birds in Flight 4x4 Gallery 3D canvas with gilted sides Beginner friendly All supplies included Workshop fee is $55 per attendee Location: Alabama Center for the Arts (Visual Arts bldg), Room 113 Email this address to register: […]

The Project 2024 Student Application The Project is an intensive, 2-week, summer camp experience, open to students ages 15 - 19 who will work with faculty from Calhoun Community College and Athens State University on a collaborative arts project using aspects of Visual and Performing Arts.  This program is COMPLETELY FREE to all participants! Students […]

A closing reception and program featuring Beverly McNeil, artists, and ladies who have recovered at The Lovelady Center will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 5:30 pm (reception) with program at 6:00pm. The event is free and open to the public. Description: In 2004, Brenda Lovelady Spahn founded The Lovelady Center, a faith-based […]