A Celebration of Creativity & Community.
Original artwork, featured artists, silent auction pieces, live painting, local vendors, music, and connection in one unforgettable evening.
Something creative is coming to Savannah.
Moxie Art Expos brings together artists, collectors, creatives, and community leaders for an evening celebrating visual art, culture, resilience, and creative expression.
Join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Happy Daze Event Center for a free community art event featuring original artwork, featured artists, a silent auction, live painting demonstrations, local vendors, music, and opportunities to connect with the area's creative community.
Meet the Artist Behind the Main Exhibition
Douglas Wisdom is an acrylic and mixed media artist whose work explores the intersection of observation, introspection, and emotional storytelling. Inspired by a lifelong passion for both visual art and music, he creates atmospheric works that balance technical precision with a deep sense of wonder. Influenced by artists of exceptional integrity and drawn to the interplay of light and shadow, Douglas seeks to capture subjects in ways that invite reflection and dialogue. His recent work has been shaped by themes of love, loss, and personal growth, demonstrating art's ability to transform profound experiences into meaningful expression. Above all, Douglas hopes his work is remembered for its originality and authenticity. .
Watch a piece come to life in real time.
During the show, an artist will create an original live painting before the audience. At the end of the evening, one attendee will take home the finished piece.
Raffle details:
Tickets Price: 5
Drawing Time: 8 p.m. Purchase tickets at print table, day of event.Raffle Prize
An original live painting created during the July 11th event.
Winner: Must be present during the event.
(IF NOT PRESENT ANOTHER TICKET WILL BE DRAWN)
More than an art show.
Come for the artwork. Stay for the people, the energy, and the creative community.
Featured Exhibition
View original works from the evening's featured artist.
Silent Auction
Bid on selected artwork and curated items.
Local Vendors
Art, jewelry, apparel, handcrafted goods, and more.
Networking
Connect with artists, collectors, sponsors, and creatives.
Meet the creators behind the work.
Interviews will introduce each artist, their inspiration, their process, and the story behind their work.
Mckenzie Lenox
McKenzie Lenox is a mixed media artist whose work transforms vintage matchbooks, found objects, textiles, and wallpaper samples into evocative collages that celebrate memory, travel, and everyday beauty. Drawing inspiration from her background in interior design and her love of the South, particularly Savannah and the Lowcountry, she creates pieces that invite viewers to slow down and reconnect with moments that may have otherwise been forgotten. Influenced by the Impressionists' ability to capture atmosphere and emotion, McKenzie believes even the simplest objects can tell extraordinary stories. Through her work, she hopes to inspire nostalgia, comfort, curiosity, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty hidden in ordinary life.
Melissa Dean
Melissa Dean is a photographer and multidisciplinary artist whose work is rooted in a deep appreciation for the extraordinary beauty found in everyday moments. With more than 35 years behind the camera, she has developed a distinctive eye for light, atmosphere, and the quiet details that often go unnoticed. Whether photographing dramatic landscapes or creating through painting, digital art, jewelry, textiles, or other handmade mediums, Melissa approaches every piece with curiosity and genuine wonder. Inspired by a life spent exploring nature and traveling the country, her work invites viewers to slow down, look closer, and discover the remarkable beauty that surrounds them every day.
Kayla "Quelites" Ortiz
Kayla Ortiz, known artistically as **Quelites**, is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans acrylic painting, eco-art, textiles, and sculpture. Through deeply personal and emotionally honest creations, Kayla explores identity, healing, culture, and the shared human experience. Drawing inspiration from her life as a Latina, mother, and advocate for authentic self-expression, her work invites viewers to feel seen, understood, and connected. Influenced by artists such as Frida Kahlo, she embraces vulnerability as a source of strength, believing that the most meaningful art is created without fear of judgment. Above all, Kayla hopes her work leaves audiences with one lasting impression: **real**.
Selected auction previews.
We will reveal a few standout pieces before the show while keeping additional auction items exclusive to the event.
Best Life
Kayla Ortiz
Material: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 26x20Gallery Price: 150
Opening Bid: 75
Fountain at Forsyth
Mary Carol Kenney
Material: Oil on Canvas
Size: 24x18Gallery Price: 1,300
Opening Bid: 600
Daises
Sue Martinez
Material: Yarn on Burlap
Size: 20x16
Gallery Price:400
Opening Bid: 200
Supported by the community.
Sponsors help make Moxie Art Expos possible while connecting their brand to Savannah's creative community.
Presenting Sponsor
Put your brand in the room.
Support local art, connect with attendees, and help build a stronger creative scene in Savannah.
Happy Daze Event Center
1101 Eisenhower Dr, Savannah, GA
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Parking and arrival details will be updated before the event.
Quick answers.
Is the event free?
Yes. Moxie Art Expos is free and open to the public.
Can artwork be purchased?
Yes. Select artwork may be available for purchase, and silent auction items will be available during the event.
Will there be vendors?
Yes. Local vendors will be part of the event experience.
Can I become a sponsor?
Yes. Use the sponsor button on this page to view sponsorship opportunities.
Is parking available?
Parking details will be added before the event.
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