Best Instagrammer

It’s amazing how small artwork can make such a big impact. Of course, we’re talking about the folks at TINY DOORS ATL. The much-loved group behind miniature art installations all over town is dedicated to inspiring “curiosity and exploration” — and its corresponding Instagram page, with more than 30,000 followers, plays a big role in spreading this message. Just about every day on the ’gram, the organization posts images of the tiny picnic baskets, tiny books, tiny bricks and, you guessed it, tiny house projects it constructs. It’s not high art, but it sure does make people happy. And that’s cool. www.instagram.com/tinydoorsatl. less...

Sarah Spear is the brains behind Instagram account COOL ATLANTA, which features artful snaps of everything from the hippest craft cocktails and brunch spots to hidden-gem murals, locally made wares, and more. After moving from Los Angeles to Atlanta in 2012, Spear started the account (and accompanying blog) to log her immersion into the city. Now, with a few years as a Southerner under her belt, and a gig as Paces Properties’ director of marketing, she’s helping more and more followers fall in love with Atlanta, one shot at a time. www.instagram.com/coolatlanta. less...

Every serious Instragrammer (and yes, we mean serious mobile artist) has his or her own favorite hashtags. They offer context, and even a sense of community, around a photo that’s being shared. While lots of cellular photographers use #latergram or #vscocam, Atlanta’s cellular shutterbugs rely upon the beloved #WELOVEATL. Sparked by local photographers Tim Moxley, Aaron Coury, Keith Weaver, and Brandon Barr, the hashtag has now become an easy way to gaze upon the city and its characters. Its founders also recently bought a truck to serve as a mobile gallery. With one quick scroll through thousands of the tagged photos, you’ll find an impressive collection of subjects, including the Majestic Diner’s neon sign, High Museum artwork, Living Walls murals, and yes, a treasure trove of Kelvin-filtered skyline shots. Cutesy? Yeah. But if you’re looking for a constantly refreshing photo essay of Atlanta, #weloveatl is waiting for you. www.instagram.com/WELOVEATL. less...