Image of a mural by Aliya Smith and Brooke Powell featuring three figures. The mural has text that begins “This mural is for survivors…”, 2019
Murals are artistic expressions that can be found in various public spaces. They are large-scale paintings or artwork typically created on walls or other surfaces, and because of this, they are usually commissioned by businesses and organizations.
Image of mural by Will Mitchell. Mural reads “I Am Somebody Old Fourth Ward”, 2019Atl Believes Women. 2019Mural by Yoyocam.2019
Image of “We Shall Always March Ahead” by Muhammad Yungai in Downtown Atlanta, GA., 2019
Murals often depict a specific theme or tell a story, and they can be found in cities, neighborhoods, and even inside buildings. These animated and visually appealing artworks add color and character to their surroundings, making them a popular form of public art.
Athos Manaboni and Duff Sutton, Jr., working on a large mural, Atlanta, Georgia, November 1951
Mural being painted on facade of 7 Stages Theatre, Atlanta, Georgia, May 1992