Tag: DK Gallery

Following the tradition of cityscape artists like Edward Hopper, Ana Guzman often has a sketchbook in hand, ready to capture urban life in front of her. Passengers usually keep to themselves on MARTA, earbuds in place and eyes locked on their phones. But when Guzman pulls out her paint pens and starts drawing, fellow riders begin to interact.

This month, Atlanta artist Holly Irwin presents a new series of paintings and works on paper inspired by Coco Chanel. The daughter of a fashion illustrator, Irwin interprets the designer’s trademark elements—ropes of pearls, tweed suits, little black dresses—using her signature dreamy brushstrokes.