Atlanta Downtown Improvement district

The Atlanta Downtown Improvement District was founded by Central Atlanta Progress in 1995 and is a public-private partnership that strives to create a livable environment for Downtown Atlanta.   
   
This site is located across the street frm Hurt Park and next to multiple Georgia State University buildings. The Atlanta Downtown Improvement District envisions this location as a prime testing spot for how the curb line can be reimagined from on-street parking to a public amenity. Gilmer Street will eventually be closed to cars, so the addition of a bike corral is a step in the eventual direction of the future street. 

Artist: Adam Crawford

Adam Crawford was born and raised in Atlanta, GA. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelors in Arts from Georgia College in Milledgeville, GA. After graduation, he purchased a studio in East Atlanta establishing himself in the Atlanta art scene. Adam’s work was showcased at Miami Art Basel in December 2017 powered by ChooseATL and Invest Atlanta. In April of 2019, Crawford established Cat Eye Creative, an artists-run studio and gallery space in Atlanta, GA. Crawford is currently working in his Atlanta studio on upcoming exhibitions and mural projects.

Instagram: @freekybear

Friends of Mozley Park

The Friends of Mozley Park want to capitalize on their progress through the Love our Places program.  A Park Pride grant in 2019 allowed the group to complete a vision plan. Since then, the group has installed new playground equipment, exercise stations, and built the first off-leash dog park in the City’s west side. 

Designated bike parking is an amenity within the park that will serve The BeltLine to the east, West Lake MARTA to the west, the Lionel Hampton trail through the park, and the redevelopment of the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive corridor. 

Artist: Craig Singleton “C Flux Sing”

Craig Singleton (C Flux Sing) hails from Laurelton, NY, and has made Atlanta his home for more than a decade. Flux feels that Atlanta is taking a revolutionary stance by finally embracing art in all its facets. He uses vibrant color schemes to captivatingly tell the true story of the Black experience. 

Although Flux’s creativity can be fueled from numerous outside sources and appear impulsive, his goals leave no room for debate. “I really want to travel and spread my fine arts across the world,” He states. “I want to do large conceptual installations that inspire change, especially murals.” Flux wants to inspire young people because they are the future. 

Instagram: @cfluxsing

Friends of South Atlanta Park

South Atlanta Park is located within the former Gammon Seminary and Clark College in Historic South Atlanta. The Friends of South Atlanta Park’s goal is to embrace their park and reflect on the beauty and diversity that exists in their neighborhood. 

Historic South Atlanta is located two miles south of Downtown Atlanta.  Established in the late 1880s, the neighborhood has a rich tradition in the growth of African American higher education, performing arts and culture. 

Artist: George F. Baker III

George F. Baker, III was born in Omaha, NE and raised in Detroit, MI and Atlanta, GA. George graduated from Georgia State University in 2015 with at BFA in Graphic Design. He is a conversation creator, muralist and illustrator who loves to connect people with themselves and others. Using his instruments of design, illustration, and production, he employs a playful childlike spirit to engage the inner child we all have. He painted over 40 murals in his four years of being an active muralist. He has artwork all over the country.

Instagram at @GFB3

Fourth ward neighbors

The proposed bike parking location near the intersection of Highland Ave. and Sampson St. is a major node within the heart of Old Fourth Ward. This site connects the PATH trail & Freedom Park with Highland Avenue.  

Many employees and customers of the nearby restaurants commute by bicycle. The area for the corral is currently a No Parking area for vehicles. This bike parking would increase visibility to the intersection for pedestrians and cyclists entering and exiting the path. 

Artist: Gabi Anderson

Gabi Anderson is an art director, illustrator, and designer. She developed her whimsical art style while studying illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design. Her style has since evolved through full-time and freelance roles in publishing and brand design.  

After visiting and falling in love with Atlanta over many years, she decided to transplant her design and art practice to Atlanta by way of San Francisco, Boston, and Providence.  

Select clients and features include Applied Arts, Creative Mornings, GQ, Rocksbox, Epic! for Kids, and Google: Made with Code. When Gabi is not drawing or designing, you can find her making small talk in an awkward Zoom meeting, perusing the snack isles at her local Old Fourth Ward grocery, and running the Freedom Park PATH Trail. 

Instagram: @gabianderson_studio

HOME PARK

Home Park is a neighborhood bordered by Georgia Tech to the south, the railroad yard to the west, Atlantic Station in the north, and I-75/85 to the east. This 100+year old neighborhood is a lively community of charming older homes, many built in the 1920s, 30s, and 40s, that make up the core neighborhood. The community has an assorted mix of restaurants, shops, businesses, and mixed-use developments. 
 
The public art location is near some of Georgia Tech’s classrooms and a retail center with many restaurants and shops. The enhancement of public art in the right of way will help the surrounding businesses attract local customers and slow vehicular speeds going through this area. 

Artist: Cassandra Hickey “HONEY PIERRE”

Cassandra Hickey known as Honey Pierre was born in Cleveland, OH. Cassandra has always been interactive in art activities but her real introduction to it was from fashion magazines, and this started the urge to draw illustrations every day.

Instead of attending college Cassandra joined the U.S. Army. When her contract was up she returned to become an artist full time.

Moving from Cleveland to Atlanta was a big transition for her but allowed her to find more creative outlets. In two years, Cassandra has been a part of over 40 art exhibits/art events and a part of two community-based non-profits.

Instagram: @honeypierreart

INMAN PARK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION

The Inman Park Neighborhood Association advocates for the betterment of the neighborhood by promoting its history and building bike infrastructure. 

This location is at an intersection 800 feet from the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail. This intersection is also home to several businesses, the Inman Park Community Preschool, and dense multifamily housing.  

It sits on Edgewood Ave’s on-street bike lane. There is currently minimal bike parking in this area for residents visiting the businesses or transporting their kids to and from school. 

Artist: Elaine Stephenson

Elaine Stephenson is an artist, designer, and muralist creating bright and colorful art with positive messages. After studying at the University of Georgia, Elaine embarked on a decade-long career in graphic design but becoming a full-time artist has allowed her to explore her creativity.  

Elaine has been painting murals for four years and has several large public art installations around Atlanta. Her notable works include a 4,700 SF bridge underpass mural on White St. in the West End.  She painted a basketball court mural at Rose Circle Park with non-profit Art in the Paint.   

She is also the founder of a local meetup for women artists in Atlanta called ATL Art Pals. Currently, Elaine is preparing for her debut solo show at Empire Arts Gallery in June 2022. 

Instagram: @artsy_elaine

LIVABLE BUCKHEAD

One of Livable Buckhead’s missions is to advocate for improved mobility options in the community. Livable Buckhead continues to advocate for the creation of PATH 400, to better connect to Atlanta’s core bicycle infrastructure.  

At the intersection of Old Ivey Road and Path 400, Livable Buckhead plans to create active spaces that include fitness equipment underneath the GA-400 bridge.  

Livable Buckhead is expecting increased pedestrian and bicycle activity within the area. The creative bike parking will provide a comfortable and secure location for users while they enjoy the amenities that are soon to be there. 

Artist: Deanna Sirlin

Deanna Sirlin was born in Brooklyn, NY and currently lives and works in the Atlanta metro area. Sirlin has had solo exhibitions in London, Portugal, Turkey, Germany, Atlanta, and New York City.  

Her works are included in numerous public collections, including the High Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia, and the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Macon, among many others.  

Sirlin’s installation Borders of Light and Water, was commissioned for the exhibition Reflections presented by the European Cultural Centre in Venice, Italy concurrent with the 59th Venice Biennale

Instagram: @deannasirlin

UNDERWOOD HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION

Underwood Hills is a neighborhood located on Atlanta’s Upper Westside. It is a diverse, family-oriented, intown community conveniently located near the heart of Atlanta. Underwood Hills neighbors enjoy a true sense of community, indicated by the many who have done everything possible to continue residing within the neighborhood’s friendly confines. 

 The site chosen is within Underwood Hills Park, which does not currently have bike racks. The park is adjacent to the Howell Mill Business District, and within proximity to The Works on Chattahoochee Ave. and the planned Northwest trail segment of the Atlanta BeltLine.

Artist: Papa Fall “Big Papito”

Papa Abdou Fall was born in 1993 in The Bronx, NY to Senegalese immigrants.  He found his love for art and creativity at a young age. Moving to College Park, GA at age five, Fall’s new surroundings helped him develop his sense of creativity.  

His style consists of spray-painted bright acrylic colors with his signature smiley face inspired by street art murals and graffiti he would see while riding MARTA. Fall would later dive into music and fashion design.  

In 2019, Fall created his alter ego, “Big Papito” and his iconic variation of the smiley face. Later that year, Fall signed a music production deal with Atlanta artist 2 Chainz. In August 2021, Fall worked for Atlanta’s Banksy exhibit as an art curator.

Instagram: @Bigpapito

UPPER WESTSIDE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Atlanta’s Upper Westside has experienced unparalleled growth in the last five years which has brought thousands of new residents and dozens of retail destinations. The Upper Westside Improvement District has been working hard to improve the experiences of pedestrians, cyclists, and scooterists by advocating and building multi-modal infrastructure.  
 
The selected location is at the heart of density in the Upper Westside. This is a prime, high-visibility spot on a large section of sidewalk which will encourage biking. 

Artist: Monica Tookes

Monica Tookes has strong roots in Biloxi, MS, and New Orleans, LA. She introduces a wealth of rich artistic elements in her exploration of cultural expression.

Some of Monica’s success as a keen businesswoman has come from her ability to bridge her love for art with groundbreaking ideas to connect her gift to her calling. She effortlessly navigates being both an exceptional artist and an astute businesswoman.

She is a champion for giving back anytime her work can help a cause and make a difference. Monica’s work is both inspiring and connects communities and collectors with one stroke of her brush.

Instagram: @MonicaTookesStudio and @MonicaTookesArt

WEST END NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT

The West End Neighborhood Development (W.E.N.D.) focuses on being a livable, walkable, and bikeable community. W.E.N.D. encourages their community and visitors to explore their amenities through biking and walking.  

Creative bike parking is a key component to W.E.N.D.’s bikeability. 

The site is near Rose Circle Park’s basketball court and faces the Lee + White development adjacent to the Westside BeltLine. It is well suited to support visitors from outside of the community and for those that reside within it. 

Artist: Brea Te’Ann

Brea Te’Ann is an emerging artist from Stone Mountain, GA, and she graduated from Georgia State University in 2018 with a BFA in Art Education. Since graduating, her work has been displayed in coffee shops in the metro Atlanta area and in digital exhibitions. Her recent exhibitions include the ATLANTA FOREVER Group Show at Future Gallery in Underground Atlanta and the annual MerriMINT show at the MINT Gallery.  

Brea’s background in art began as a child, watching her grandfather and mother draw and paint. She works in the mediums of oils, watercolors, and gouache. Additionally, during the height of lockdown in 2020, she taught herself printmaking. Through the use of bright colors, patterns, celestial themes, and botany, she explores themes of rest, reflection, and femmehood. 

Instagram: @teannspalette