A Book Arts Revolution—Women to Watch 2026

Georgia Artists Boldly redefining + challenging the boundaries of the book as an artistic medium

The Georgia Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts (GA NMWA) is pleased to share the selections of Consulting Curator Cynthia Nourse Thompson for the 2026 iteration of Georgia Women to Watch

ATLANTA — These artists demonstrate significant creativity and innovation in contemporary book arts, with work that pushes boundaries and reimagines the nature of books. Cynthia Nourse Thompson: These talented artists engage with the rich and intricate history of bookmaking while also exploring the vast possibilities of the form—structurally, conceptually, and politically. It is a privilege to witness such innovative practices that embody resilience, experimentation, and the transformative power of storytelling in its many varied expressions.

Eliza Bentz (Savannah, GA)

Hannah Israel (Columbus, GA)

Cynthia Lollis (Atlanta, GA)

Serena Perrone (Atlanta, GA)

Eileen Wallace (Athens, GA)

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A Book Arts Revolution: Georgia Women to Watch Atlanta Contemporary — February 1 - May 17, 2026

Saturday, January 31, 2026 — 6-8pm: Exhibition Opening Celebration at Atlanta Contemporary (ticketed event)

Sunday, February 1, 2026 — 12 pm: Artist & Curator Talk (free and open to the public)

May 2026: Public announcement of the Georgia Artist selected to participate in NMWA’s A Book Arts Revolution: Women to Watch 2027 Exhibition

April 2027: A Book Arts Revolution: Women to Watch 2027 opens to the public at NMWA