Kai Lin Art

When I first found Kai Lin Art, it was online. I was surprised because I’m a native to Atlanta and had never seen or heard of it. I contacted the owner, as I was interested in a few pieces. He was extremely accomodating in giving me pricing and background on the artists he displays and sells pieces for. After buying a couple of pieces from him, I felt comfotable enough to text him whenever, even if it’s to drop by to check out some new stuff.
Just a great place and a great guy. If you ever get a chance, even if you’re not buying, GO to this wonderful gallery located in West Midtown.

I came here for an art opening a couple weeks ago. The space is nice… big large room, with two sort of cove spaces.
THE LOCATION is west midtown, parking was either valet or find a space on the street… we ended up on some side street, but it was fine.
THE CROWD was kinda awesome. Very diverse and traditionally artsy folks… with some hipsters and regulars mixed in. It was a little too crowded though, they had a cash bar with beer only. Beer? Beer? Really though… a little Trader Joe’s wine would have went a long way.
THE ART was cool. One artist created prints using the word «word». Another merged body parts in symmetry creating a landscape via ink/​pen. These seem to be those independent do what I want, I think this would be cool art school kinda artist if that makes any sense. You know the kids who dye there hair blue or pink or purple… thats this crowd.
Prices for art was in the $ 3000 range on average for the bigger works. I may have saw a few pieces that were a couple hundred (lets say $ 300ish range)
Overall, good vibes, cool art, interesting people, huge crowd, nice space… I’ll probably always give art galleries no less than a 4 even if I wanted to.

The new location is great and I’m so excited to see what he brings to the Westside. You’ll find lots of new artists and some really funky stuff here. He keeps a wide range of art in all price ranges so really anyone can afford a piece from his gallery, which was evident by the people attending his opening last Friday. There was a great mix of serious buyers in fur coats, art scene people and college kids.

Amazing space in a great location. The art changes quite regularly and it is one of my go to spots for art I purchase and art I put on my wish list. Yu-Kai’s unassuming charm and knowledge make the whole experience natural. He shows art for those with a beer budget all the way up to vintage champagne budget and his shop allows you to pick up really cool gifts for friends that are one of a kind.

I love this art gallery– very nice art plus the owner Yu-​Kai Lin is simply the BEST — smart, friendly, talented– he has it all !!! so check out his gallery when you are in buckhead — very close to the buckhead Whole Foods on West Paces

This gallery owner is not afraid of anything or anyone. Shows what he wants, when he wants. His kindness is the only thing that shows as much as his courage.
I’ve spent some time here, at shows, and hanging out. What a gem. Yu-​Kai and his staff, have begun to spin a web that may actually foster an art community in Atlanta. That would be a first since the demise of ACA.
Stop in some time. Take in what’s on the walls. Talk to the staff. Ask for a cup of coffee. These people are intelligent, and nice.
An amazingly refreshing venue in our often disconnected city!

I have nothing but good things to say about Kai Lin Art and its owner, Yu-​Kai. The space is sophisticated and hip, and its exhibits rotate regularly making each visit new and exciting. I’ve attended openings for several of the gallery’s themed exhibits including popstars and cokeheads (my favorite thus far), monsters, joy, and most recently earth — each has been unique and very well attended.
In addition to its must-​attend openings, Kai Lin Art is available to rent as an event space. I rented the space last last year to hold charity fundraiser in support a local non profit. Through every stage of the planning process, Yu-​Kai was flexible, accommodating, and extremely generous with his time. The gallery’s open layout was the perfect local for the event, and Yu-Kai’s support was invaluable.

Kai Lin Art Gallery in Midtown feels like it could be in SoHo. Vast open spaces, brightly lit, with art that evokes a feeling of positive sophistication. The set up allows the art to breathe and visitors to stand back and absorb. Exhibits are often theme oriented and rotate frequently. A must visit for those that want to see the best of the Atlanta arts scene.