V Boggs Art Galleries in Suwanee

Art really is in gallery owner Vanessa Boggs' blood. Both her parents are established artists.

But if you listen to Boggs, there's not a drop of talent in her paint brush. Instead, Boggs has a knack for knowing good art when she sees it.

"I didn't play with dolls growing up," Boggs says. "I learned colors, contrast and what makes a piece of artwork balanced."

Boggs has struck a balance between art and wine at her Suwanee gallery, which turns a year old in February. Rows of fine wine bottles are surrounded by renowned artists' work.

Currently on exhibit is art by Tiffani Taylor. Her art is owned by Oprah Winfrey and fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg. Also on display are colorful works by political cartoonist-turned-painter Andy Donato and coastal watercolor paintings by Linda Lindeborg, who is Boggs' mother.

With wine tastings held every Saturday, Boggs has found that art enthusiasts love the wine and wine lovers enjoy the art.

IF YOU GO

Exhibit: An artists' reception for new work by Tiffani Taylor, Linda Lindeborg, Jeff Montaigne and an unannounced glass artist, on Nov. 10. Call the gallery for times

Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays

Wine tastings: noon-8 p.m. Saturdays. $10

Where: 340 Town Center Ave., Suwanee

Info: 770-271-8448  www.vboggsgalleries.com