U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Selects Local Artists
Congratulations to Frank Ledbetter, Rachel Wright, Brian Argo, Hannah Georgina Legg, Christopher R. Murray, Elsa Payton, and Margaret Richey for being selected to create artwork for the new U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District building! We are so proud to be assisting with this project, coordinating with artists and the Corps of Engineers to…
April: “H20” & “The Essence of Ink”
The H2O Exhibit by Faye Earnest and Tom Telhiard is an abstraction of aerial views of water: Above the Water, Ocean Layers, and Seventy-One Percent. As the exploration continued, the view became closer and closer to the Earth. Faye Earnest enjoys bold color with exotic textures. From her first landscapes to her examinations of geological…
Release Party- We Did It First Anthology of Mobile’s Poets
Do you have an affinity for poetry? A love for the literary? Join us as we celebrate the incredible voices of our community! April 17th, 5:30 PM at Mobile Arts Council Gallery @ Room 1927 We’re thrilled to announce the release of We Did It First! An anthology featuring over 50 talented literary artists from…
March Organization Member Of the Month
Congratulations to the History Museum of Mobile our Organization Member of the Month! With over 117,000 artifacts, this incredible institution is dedicated to preserving, safeguarding, and sharing Mobile’s rich and diverse history. From engaging exhibits and hands-on experiences to immersive storytelling, the museum brings the past to life in ways that educate, inspire, and connect…
March Artist Member of the Month
Congratulations to Clara Brunk, our March Artist Member of the Month! Originally from New Mexico, she moved to Mobile in 1980 for a teaching job and was quickly captivated by the Southern charm and moss-draped oaks. Her love for art started young, learning from her mother, who explored many creative mediums. Though oil painting first…
Make Music Day 2025
Get ready to celebrate the universal language of music right here in Mobile! Make Music Day is a global event, and we’re bringing the excitement to our city on June 21st. MMD Mobile will be a day filled with music, where everyone is invited to join in, whether you’re a seasoned musician, a beginner, or…
Members Poetry Workshop
Join us at MAC’s Gallery @ Room 1927 on May 3rd from 12 PM – 2 PM for an immersive poetry workshop led by our inaugural Poet Laureate, Charlotte Pence! Whether you’re an aspiring poet or a seasoned writer, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of poetry and visual art. Don’t…
February Organization Member of the Month
Congratulations to our February Organization member of the month Samuel Edward Theater Company! Samuel Edward Theater Company (S.E.T.) is a nonprofit organization that is a true gem in the heart of Mobile, Alabama. The theater company is named in honor of Japonica Brown’s late father, Samuel Edward Westry, a man whose resilience and wisdom continue…
Seeking Artist Proposals for Jimmy Buffett Sculpture
The City of Mobile and the Mobile Arts Council are seeking proposals from experienced artists for the creation of a bronze sculpture honoring music legend and Gulf Coast native Jimmy Buffett. This larger-than-life tribute will be installed on the waterfront at The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico. The installation will debut alongside…
March: Friends in High Places
The Mobile Arts Council is pleased to host Friends in High Places: Curated by Kathy Martin and Gail Bramer. Friends in High Places is an exploration of the ethereal beauty of flight and the profound connection between humans and birds. Through the lenses of painting, sculpture, and mixed media, the participating artists capture the essence…