SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS

From March 13 through April 18, 2026, MAGallery invites you to immerse yourself in the fluid, symmetrical world of Nature Mirrored in Silk, a solo exhibition by acclaimed Athens artist Margaret Agner. This evocative installation of hand-painted silk wall hangings represents the culmination of a 50-year career, tracing Agner’s evolution from early batiks to her modern mastery of fiber-reactive dyes and her signature "shaped edge" technique.

Each piece in the collection explores the intricate interplay between nature and design through mirror-image compositions. These works range from serene naturalistic beauty to complex, abstract arrangements where the viewer might discover hidden faces or unexpected creatures emerging from the delicate folds of silk. By compiling imagery in this way, Agner creates a visual experience where the final installation becomes something far greater than the sum of its parts.

The exhibition kicks off with an Opening Reception on Friday, March 13, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This celebratory evening, generously sponsored by William and Debi Lamb, will feature seasonal catering by Harvest & Honey and live musical performances by Terry & Jami Brailey. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet the artist and experience how her latest works create a visual world far greater than the sum of its parts.

We invite you to experience this unique intersection of fine art and textile mastery at 125 W. Jefferson Street in Madison. The exhibition is free and open to the public during gallery hours, Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Whether you are a seasoned collector or a lover of local craft, this exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience the work of a master silk painter whose career spans over five decades.

Join us for a Special Exhibition featuring landscape photographer Dr. Chris Greer. Titled Immersed: Landscapes of the Moving World, the exhibition opens with a public reception on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. and will be on view April 24–May 30, 2026 at Madison Artists Guild (125 W Jefferson Street, Madison, GA 30650).

Greer’s large-scale prints invite viewers into sweeping mountain vistas, quiet woodland scenes, and dramatic skies—images made to convey both the grandeur and the subtle detail of the natural world. The Special Exhibition showcases a curated selection of recent work, with pieces ranging from intimate framed prints to striking panoramic and metal presentations. This exhibition is sponsored by Scott Key Law. Gallery hours are Monday–Saturday, 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The opening reception is free and open to the public, featuring catered fare from Tacos on Main (Mansfield, GA) and live music by Terry & Jami Brailey.

Greer shares “My photography is driven by a simple goal: to share the scale and beauty of the natural world… For me, the process is as important as the result; I am at my best when I’m outside, camera in hand, immersed in nature.”

Featured works include “Sunrise on Blood Mountain,” “Brilliant Light in the Georgia Mountains,” “Milky Way over Helton Creek Falls,” “Bláhylur in Iceland,” and “Stormy Sea in the Faroe Islands,” among others.

About the Artist: 

Dr. Chris Greer is an Emmy-nominated television producer and host, award-winning photographer, best-selling author, and college professor based in Athens, Georgia. He is the creator, producer, and co-host of the acclaimed PBS series View Finders. Greer’s photography has been featured in galleries and exhibitions, and he is the author of Georgia Discovered: Exploring the Best of the Peach State and Naturally Georgia: From the Mountains to the Coast. He holds a Ph.D. in instructional technology and was named an Apple Distinguished Educator in 2015.