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The Largest Free, Temporary Outdoor Art Exhibition in the South
Now in its eighth year, the linear gallery is free to the public and represents artists from across Atlanta, the nation, and the world in a variety of mediums: sculpture, murals, dance, music, theater, photography, and more.
Atlanta Artists
In the Public EyePictured: "Abhaya Brings Teachings of Love" by Brandon Sadler // See more photos
Bridging the Gap between
Art and AudiencePictured: Performances at Gordon White Park. Photo - John Becker // See more artwork
Lighting Up the
Atlanta NightPictured: Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade // Learn more
The Beginning
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine began in the summer and fall of 2010, with exhibitions of more than 40 unique works of visual and performance art. It was envisioned as a way to encourage people to get out and explore the Atlanta BeltLine in its interim hiking state – after rails were removed, but before concrete was poured. Seeing art along the way was intended to encourage visitors to keep walking and continue exploring. The artwork proved to be a very popular feature and, by 2016, the number of selected projects had grown to include more than 100 works. View our full roster of contributing artists.
Through the Years
In 2016, over 1.7 million people visited the Eastside Trail, and Atlanta BeltLine trail users are at the forefront of this year’s exhibition. Art pieces seek to enhance the visitor’s sense of discovery and adventure through street-style performances, art-making along the trails, interactive art, and works that embody navigating urban space as an experience as well as a place.
We are thrilled to include four miles of added gallery space on the newly finished Westside Trail and Eastside Trail extension! Previously, these interim hiking trails featured Art on the Atlanta BeltLine exhibits. Now, several miles of paved, multi-use trails are complete and open, making Art on the Atlanta BeltLine more accessible to all.
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. dedicates the 2017 Art on the Atlanta BeltLine exhibition in honor of Fulton County Commissioner and ABI Board Member Joan P. Garner, whose service to and love for Atlanta and the arts helped make the Atlanta BeltLine come to life.
Learn more about Art on the Atlanta BeltLine
The Continuing Collection+-
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine includes a year-round public art collection with works that are displayed throughout the corridor, and serve to engage the community in thoughtful expression.
- View photos and artists’ backgrounds on the continuing collection page.
- Get outside and discover art on the trails and in the parks year-round with the 2017 Art on the Atlanta BeltLine brochure.
The Lantern Parade+-
The Lantern Parade marks the beginning of the annual Art on the Atlanta BeltLine exhibition, the largest temporary art exhibition in the south. It has quickly become one of the most anticipated events on the Atlanta calendar.
- The Art on the Atlanta BeltLine Lantern Parade takes place on the first Saturday after Labor Day
- The Lantern Parade is hosted annually by the Krewe of the Grateful Gluttons
- Check out our gallery of Lantern Parade photos from past parades!
The 2017 Exhibition+-
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine is committed to showcasing a wide range of art talents through our temporary exhibition that runs from September through November each year. The 2017 exhibition begins on September 9.
- Download the 2017 art brochure
- Learn about the 2017 artists on the artists page
- View our photo gallery
- Visual installations and performances are generally located along the Westside and Eastside Trails
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine is an inspiring way to explore this emerging system of parks, trails, transit and development that reclaims a 22-mile loop of historic rail lines around the city’s core. The exhibition runs from September through November each year. Major support for this project is provided by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. Major funding for this organization is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. This project is also supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities,
visit www.arts.gov.
Be Part of the Largest Free Outdoor Art Exhibition!
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine is committed to showcasing a wide range of art talents through our temporary exhibition that runs from September through November each year.
Visual Art
MuralsMural by: olive47. Photo credit: The Sintoses
Visual Art
SculpturesSculpture by: Andrew Marsh
Perfromances
EnsemblePhoto credit: The Sintoses
Art on the Atlanta BeltLine began in the summer and fall of 2010, with exhibitions of more than 40 unique works of visual and performance art. It was envisioned as a way to encourage people to get out and explore the Atlanta BeltLine in its interim hiking state – after rails were removed, but before concrete was poured. Seeing art along the way was intended to encourage visitors to keep walking and continue exploring. The artwork proved to be a very popular feature and, by 2016, the number of selected projects had grown to include more than 100 works.
Call for Artists
Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. commissions over 100 artists in contribution to and support of the arts industry, which has a $2.2 billion impact in Georgia. Artists submit proposals every spring and undergo a juried process to determine selection for the annual exhibition.
The proposal period for the 2017 exhibition is now closed.
Artists interested in submitting for visual or performing for the fall 2018 show should check art.beltline.org in early 2018, and follow the exhibition on social media.
In the meantime, check out the Art on the Atlanta BeltLine exhibitions from 2010-2017 →
Call for Artists and Exhibition Timeline
Below is a general guide on the process for artist submission. Exact dates and milestones can change depending on calendar of events.
- February: Call for Artists begins in February
- March: Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. hosts “Information Sessions” where you can have your questions answered and get more information about submitting a proposal and learn about the temporary exhibition.
- May / June: Artists are notified by June after a jury reviews all submissions
- Summer: Fabrication, installation and rehearsals go on through the summer
- September – November: The exhibit kicks off in September and runs through the second week of November
Resources
Interested in submitting a proposal to the largest outdoor public art exhibition in the southeast? Check out our resources below to get a better understanding of the call for artists submission process.
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Artist Proposal Submission Examples | Review examples of artists submission proposals. |
| Request for Proposal | Review an example of the Art on the Atlanta BeltLine artist request for proposals. |
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Thank you to our generous community partners, donors and sponsors! Art on the Atlanta BeltLine would not be possible without them.
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Major support for this project is provided by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. Major funding for this organization is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.
This project is also supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.