The Museum’s collection of local and regional art celebrates the vibrant artistic voices of artists from the Southeast. Highlighting the work of artists connected to Alabama and the surrounding region, including Andrew Saftel, William Christenberry, Nall Hollis, Larry Walker, and Vadis Turner, this collection emphasizes themes rooted in Southern identity, history, and environment. It captures the spirit and heritage of the region through a diverse range of media and styles.
Cal Breed (b. 1972), Radiance Bowl, 2007, blown glass. 9 x 27 in. Museum Purchase with funds provided by Alice Chang, 2007.15 ©Cal Breed
Chip Cooper (b. 1949), Wisteria on Barn, 1990, cibachrome. 9 ½ x 14 in. Gift of the artist, 1993.01.01 ©Chip Cooper
John “Jahni” Moore (b. 1967), Beyond Symbolic Shrines to Thirst, 2019, acrylic and red clay on canvas. 50 x 36 in. Red Clay 2020 Purchase Award, funds provided by the Dr. John Rison Jones, Jr. Acquisition Fund and the Susy & Robert Thurber Acquisition Fund, 2020.04 ©John “Jahni” Moore
Maurice Grosser (1903-1986), Grove Street, Chattanooga: Spring, 1948, oil on canvas. 30 x 18 in. Gift of Mr. Paul J. Sanfacon, 1985.05 ©Artist’s Estate
David Parrish (1939-2021), Two Brothers Racing, 2018, oil on linen. 50 x 38 in. Artist Bequest, 2023.07.09 ©Artist’s Estate