The Ford Smith Collector Appreciation Party was an incredible night of art and music that set a new standard for art shows anywhere. This exclusive event, celebrating Ford Smith’s top Atlanta collectors, was the hot ticket of the season.
The private party took place in Ford's home studio and gallery, featuring 4 levels of the artist's newest paintings, among them Ford's latest large-scale 72"x 84" original, the American Christmas series, Small Wonders and more. We even unsealed "the vault" of vintage Ford Smith paintings for lucky collectors before they go into professional storage and preserved for his art legacy.
World-class talent was seen AND heard as guests were thrilled to be treated with live music from legendary jazz great, Joe Gransden, and pianist Jeff Dock, who wowed the audience with two sets played on the terrace by the lake.
Also featured was artist, Eddie Freeland, who unveiled new sculpted glass paintings from the collaborative "In Concert" series of paintings with Ford—and evening a couple of Eddie’s own!
So much fun, and such a success we will make this event (catered by Little Alley's Steakhouse) an annual affair.
Are you a Ford Smith collector yet? Become one and join us next year!
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The Ford Smith Fine Art Gallery has been invited to extend our stay at Avenue East Cobb and we've accepted!
We will be hosting gallery shows unveiling new paintings with the artists in attendance, as well as specially-scheduled gallery hours through the months of January and February (but always open by appointment). Spring through Summer 2023 will resume a more regular schedule of business hours. Stay tuned!
Come visit our exciting new Ford Smith Gallery located in the beautiful Avenue East Cobb in Marietta, GA! The Grand Opening celebration is this Friday, October 21, 2023. Browse over 3000 square feet of heart-stopping art to ignite your senses. Only here until the end of December, so be sure to pop in soon!
Ford Smith Fine Art Gallery is located at 4475 Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30062
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