Michael Lee developed his creativity and artistic talent at a very young age. Once he learned to draw and color, Michael knew he had found his passion in life. During high school, Michael began to evolve under the guidance of his Commercial Art Instructor, Lillian B. Brooks.  Michael credits the teachings of his mentor, Ms. Brooks, for all of the successes he has enjoyed.

Following graduation from high school, Michael attended The Art Institute of Atlanta where he earned his degree in visual arts. Diploma in hand, Michael started his career  in Art as an illustrator with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Over the course of the last twenty years, Michael's vision of a career as an artist never strayed. Michael has earned the recognition from his colleagues in various positions as an illustrator, graphic designer, & marketing manager. It is no surprise that Michael's creative talents have been recognized by numerous awards throughout his career. After working for two decades in "corporate America", Michael decided to channel his energy in another direction.

Without the inspiration and support of his wife Shelly, Michael would have never embarked on this journey. Following his childhood dreams, Michael focused his ambition on fine arts. Michael spends most of his days in his studio creating oil and acrylic paintings, as well as pastels and pen and ink illustrations.

Michael Lee's signature style is his use of bold colors and strong brush strokes throughout his paintings. The method Michael uses to capture movement is best described as poetry in motion on the canvas. Pastels exude the skills he developed as an illustrator. Since his creativity outside of the fine arts genre has been so much of a part of his life, Michael plans to continue to balance his career as a fine artist and freelance designer.

Ernest F. Rogers, Member ADCG Board of Directors, includes among his many talents and quaifications; drummer, percussionist, event planner, festival organizer with background in management , marketing, public relations, music retail and grant writing – fundraising.

Mr. Rogers' career includes consulting with events and festivals including Macon's International Cherry Blossom Festival, Peach Festival, the Oconee Performing Arts Society (OPAS, Greensboro), the Plaza Arts Center (Eatonton), non-profit organizations such as Alzheimer's, Cancer Society, Humane Society, the Macon Tracks Running Club, Children's Miracle Network. Has produced and advised performances for Little Richard, James Brown, the Beach Boys, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Lonestar and Beatlemania.

Recently graduated from Georgia College & State University with BA in Museum Studies, Ernest achieved and was awarded Minors in both Anthropology and Business Communications.

Ernest F. Rogers is an avid reader of cultural history and world affairs. He continuously pursues his passion for all art mediums and ethnomusicology / percussion. A local of both Macon and Eatonton, he is a family man married to Linda and two sons Cal and Justin. Due to surviving stage 4 cancer in 2003, Ernest has an enlighten view of the world and his purpose in life is to help educate the public on the positive results of learning about art, music and their effects on local and world culture