Two new exhibits will open at the Georgia Museum of Art on Saturday.

Jay Robinson’s exhibit will consist of more than 30 pieces by the artist, and Art Rosenbaum’s collection will host a number of new pieces by the long-time artist.

Much of Robinson’s work is rooted in the Realism movement with scenes from jazz concerts of the ’40s and a splash of African influenced pieces.

His most renowned piece, “Billy Holiday Sings the Blues,” will be displayed with the collection as well.

Art Rosenbaum’s collection of works is called, “Weaving His Art on Golden Looms.”

A dynamic artist, Rosenbaum brings an array of experience to the table. He has worked in many fields such as pottery and murals.

Curator of the Rosenbaum exhibit, Daniel Harper, said he has been working nonstop to get the exhibit ready for Saturday’s opening.

Having been with the museum since 1999, Harper said he does everything from organizing the exhibit to selecting the works to writing the catalogue texts for each piece.

Harper said “dealing first-hand with a wide variety of art and continuing to learn about it” is his favorite thing about his job.

The Georgia Museum of Art is a constant supplier of works from artists worldwide who are influencing not just the art arena but everyday cultural life.

Frequent visitors are the students currently taking art classes at the University who are required to attend the exhibits or write papers about certain aspects of exhibits.

The museum has six to seven exhibitions running at a time in its 10 gallery spaces, Harper said.

“These are two remarkable living artists who deserve broader attention,” Harper said. “The exhibits are enlightening and uplifting.”

However, the museum attracts visitors with more than art.

It also has an interesting history.

The museum opened in the North Campus library basement in 1948.

Since then, the museum has grown in size and art attraction.

The museum not only has a responsibility to the University as an educational venue, but it is also the state’s official museum of art.

Carissa DiCindio, the assistant curator of education, said her job at the museum is fulfilling because she can share her love and knowledge of art with other people.

She said the education department tries to schedule lectures or special events that coincide with different exhibits.

There are more than 40 volunteers who help the museum give tours daily, she said.

Whether educational or for leisure, the museum has a lot to offer the community of Athens, DiCindio said.

Harper agreed that the art is worth students’ time.