Scenes from the USA & Europe
The Madison Artists Guild & Gallery is proud to present Scenes from the USA & Europe, a special exhibition by Atlanta artist Jim Sutherland, MD, on view Aug. 28 through Oct. 3, 2026.
The exhibition opens with a free public reception on Friday, August 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of original art, food catered by Taco on Main, and live music by MaCayla Hodges. The reception is free and open to the public.
An avid traveler, Sutherland finds inspiration in the landscapes, cities, and people he encounters throughout the United States and Europe. Working primarily in acrylic on canvas, with additional work in oils and watercolors, he creates paintings that capture the light, atmosphere, and character of the places he visits.
Sutherland lives in Atlanta with his wife, Mary, and has long balanced a distinguished career as a pediatric cardiologist with his passion for painting: "I see my paintings as a means of trying to capture scenes and people that resonate within me and to present them in as artistic and meaningful manner as possible. I am an avid traveler and many of my subjects are derived from these trips. I would have loved to have been around when the Impressionists were emerging, but then on second thought, I'm just glad to be here now."
Influenced by the spirit of the Impressionists, Sutherland’s work celebrates color, light, and a sense of place, inviting viewers to experience familiar and faraway destinations through his eyes.
This special exhibition is generously sponsored by REU Architects and made possible through the support of Jim and Mary Sutherland.