Allen Bell

What I do: Arts education and research projects.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Curating exhibits or teaching art history, or historical sociology at a small liberal arts college.

My creative talent/interest: Writing, editing, and sometimes painting, drawing and photography.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: Back in the day, I was an avid rock climber. I climbed to the top of Yosemite's Half Dome via the Snake Dike route.

I'm proud of: My siblings...and surviving the climb on Half Dome.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Zach Galifianakis in the comedy version, Adrien Brody in the drama.

Elvis or Beatles? The Allman Brothers Band.

Gerri Combs

What I do: I have the best job. I am able to be involved in very important work without having to actually do any of it.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: At the beach with a good book.

My creative talent/interest: My artistic background is theatre but my interests have expanded over the years.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I went to a one-room school in Eastern Kentucky where my aunt was the teacher.

I'm proud of: My contributions to the arts during a long career as an arts administrator.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Geena Davis – tall and has the right vocal qualities.

Elvis or Beatles? Elvis of course – he’s a southern boy!

Nikki Estes

What I do: Give away money!

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Owner of a contemporary art gallery.

My creative talent/interest: Photography (film, not that digital stuff).

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I was runner-up for Miss Lockhead Martin (builder of the F-22 fighter jets) when I was 10.

I'm proud of: Completing my first half-marathon in March 2009.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Halle Berry

Elvis or Beatles? Sorry, neither...Michael Jackson gets my vote!

Naeemah Frazier

What I do: I am responsible for financial mangement and human resources.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: In the studio recording and performing live.

My creative talent/interest: I am a singer/songwriter & performer. In addition to performing with my band, I am co-producing my first CD.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I have six children and eight grandchildren.

I'm proud of: My children and grandchildren.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Angela Bassett

Elvis or Beatles? Beatles

Patricia French

What I do: Office Manager (sort of like herding cats).

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Broadcast journalist or talk-show host known for conversational/in-depth interviews...or own a bar on a marina by the ocean.

My creative talent/interest: I'm a professional actress (film, TV & theatre).

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I am the voice of Lil of the Squidbillies (Cartoon Network's Adult Swim).

I'm proud of: My family (here and passed), my friends, my pets, and of being an actor.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, and Susan Sarandon - one for each of my personalities.

Elvis or Beatles? Beatles

Teresa Hollingsworth

What I do: Advocate for all things Southern and traditional.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Traveling, at a film festival, cooking, reading, with friends, etc.

My creative talent/interest: Well...my beloved Kentucky Wildcats. I also attend the Sundance Film Festival.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I shared an elevator with Burt Reynolds, saw Stephen Hawking in an English tearoom, and Woody Allen in Venice. I'm a celebrity magnet!

I'm proud of: Being employed in my field every day since I completed graduate school.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Patricia French. (Give a sister a job.)

Elvis or Beatles? As a Southerner, I believe in the power of Elvis but I gotta go with the Beatles.

Mollie
Lakin-Hayes

What I do: Look and plan ahead, be a sounding board, try to prevent logjams, proofread, and manage lots and lots of paper.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Doing something with food.

My creative talent/interest: As Southern Flameworks, I craft jewelry and small sculptures from glass.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I’m a founding season ticketholder for the WNBA Atlanta Dream.

I'm proud of: Finishing the 2009 Peachtree Road Race 10K (and have the t-shirt to prove it).

Who would play you in the movie of your life? A (young) Sally Field.

Kirk or Picard? Picard – I admire his leadership style.

Katy Malone

What I do: Everything ArtsReady, touring exhibits, and artist services.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Making my own art and communing with nature.

My creative talent/interest: I am a sculptor, and installation and performance artist.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: People seem to be surprised to find out that I love Braves baseball.

I'm proud of: my well-behaved dog, my brilliant family, and my friends--all of whom are extraordinarily gifted and good-looking.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Naomi Watts… she was in a David Lynch movie and King Kong so all of the bases are covered.

Elvis or Beatles? Beatles. Hands down.

Leland McKeithan

What I do: Corral the troops and produce the big top show once a year.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Working in grantmaking for the arts—or salsa dancing on a deserted beach somewhere.

My creative talent/interest: I sing jazz, standards, country, gospel...anything with soul!

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I still LOVE to do handstands and cartwheels.

I'm proud of: My twin sister, Megan, who is an amazing mural artist.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Bette Midler or Ann Margaret.

Elvis or Beatles? Both, of course, but add in Led Zeppelin to the mix.

Allison Nicks

What I do: I make other people's jobs easier.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: babysitting an art gallery somewhere.

My creative talent/interest: A little of everything but especially painting.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I am a certified SCUBA diver.

I'm proud of: My book collection and my family. Both are impressive to me.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? My celebrity doppelgänger - Drew Barrymore.

Elvis or Beatles? I refuse to choose between two such important influences in music!

Wesley Myrick

What I do: ArtsReady

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Feeding starving children somewhere in the world.

My creative talent: I am a poet but a close second love is photography.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I prefer Pepsi to Coca-Cola.

I'm proud of: My friends and family who never cease to be resilient when faced with adversity.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Deon Richmond

Kirk or Picard? Benjamin Sisco

Bola Ogunlade

What I do: I am the Communications Manager.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Traveling the world with my friends or on a beach with a nice beverage.

My creative talent/interest: I was a dancer for almost 11 years of my life. Everything from ballet, tap, to modern. I am also very interested in photography, fashion, and music.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I attended boarding school in Bath, England for two years.

I'm proud of: My family and friends.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Hmmm...I have no idea. Maybe Sanaa Lathan...

Elvis or Beatles? I do like The Beatles, but my vote goes to MJ or Prince!

Ann-Laura Parks

What I do: Resource development and communications.

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be: Probably, laying around watching way too much TV.

My creative talent/interest: I love to make photomontages in the Dada tradition. I also enjoy the more traditional craft of knitting.

What you'd be surprised to know about me: I painted the cover illustration for Georgia Voices, Vol. 1.

I'm proud of: Getting my Xbox and iMac to play nicely together.

Who would play you in the movie of your life? Parker Posey 'cause we're both indie darlings.

Kirk or Picard? Picard - I like the bald, intellectual types.