shopSCAD, Atlanta
student art gallery-shop
Monday-Friday 10a.m. - 6p.m.

If you aren't familiar with SCAD Atlanta (our city's branch of the Savannah College of Art and Design), here's a little background. For 32 years this flagship of the creative world has molded some of today's finest contemporary artists. Cultivating fine arts talents from around the world, SCAD students hone traditional skills such as painting and bookmaking as well as the fun, funky practices of textile and communication arts. How lucky then to have shopSCAD, a little shop of wonders, right in our own backyard!

shopSCAD is Atlanta's "artistic lifestyle boutique" filled with wares by student artists. Located uptown on Peachtree Street, this art gallery-shop gives locals first dibs on hand-crafted housewares, apparel and more. Since the proceeds are split between the artist and store, shopSCAD is a great way to contribute to the local art scene.

Located in a nook at the front of the school, this shop is stocked wall to wall with creative concepts. Feeling a bit like the Mad Hatter's china cabinet, the juxtaposition of warm colors and brilliant patterns make each piece pop and blend for easy selection. Nestled among the racks of fresh fashion (This Southern soliloquy tee "Well bless your little heart" is a fav!) and handmade jewelry are stacks of gorgeous linens, how-to books and more. Clearly, this hidden gem is the perfect spot to grab that quirky-cool touch missing from your house, wedding or cubicle.

Ah, but don't forget to browse the back wall of fine art. Here you'll find original large- and small-scale paintings, photographs and sketches. From self-portraits that seemingly stare right through you to the double-take inducing photos, this gallery-style section features numerous must-have pieces.

The shop's inventory is in constant flux, which makes for the perfect excuse for a weekly trip! To stay on top of new arrivals and get your daily dose of inspiration by following on Twitter @shopSCAD.