Public Art
Wander through the neighborhood and discover tiny art happenings, large-scale murals and pops of neon color and light. From works by nationally celebrated visual artists like Esteban del Valle and HENSE, to local heroes like Clayton Singleton and Victoria Weiss, to the world-renowned Chrysler Museum of Art, come see the new energy of Norfolk on display.
See MoreSymbiotic Nuances
Norfolk State University professor and art department director Solomon Isekeije’s work is a dynamic collision of European and African motifs drawing inspiration from Nigerian textiles, African masquerades, Cubism and Surrealism.
See MoreSeep NFK
Chicago-based artist Erik L. Peterson is the creator of Seep NFK, a monumental pink neon ooze sculpture installed on the north side of the residences at 801 Granby Street. First seen in the inaugural exhibition at Work Release, Seep was reconfigured for long term public view on an exterior wall in the NEON District.
See MoreHealing Hearts
As a collaboration between the Renova Center and the Samaritan House, the artist decided to feature words of empowerment and faceless characters of some of the many heroes helping individuals and families with healing hearts. The mural was mostly painted in the fall of 2023 by d’Art Center artist Vivian Davis with help from volunteer … Healing Hearts
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See MoreFebruary 2025
The Perry Glass Studio is finally fired up and ready to be shared with the wide world. Pre-NEON District, the Studio first opened in 2011 as an experiment to add glassmaking and complement the Chrysler Museum of Art’s significant permanent glass collection. As the Studio’s scope expanded over the years, bringing in hundreds of working artists through apprenticeships and workshops, the NEON District grew up alongside it. The creative energy brought in by new multidisciplinary artists fed the early years of the NEON as those artists spread into the neighborhood making neon public art pieces, took up residence at Glass Wheel Studio, volunteered their time to beautify public spaces and gave birth to the NEON Festival. There is no NEON District without the Perry Glass Studio. And now it’s time to celebrate!
View PostJanuary 2025
Currently on view at Tidewater Community College’s Visual Arts & Design Center in Downtown Norfolk, Renewable Energies is the first exhibition to be co-produced by TCC and NEON.
View PostSubmit Your Story to The Story Exchange
What’s your story? We all have one—a moment, a memory, a lesson that’s shaped who we are. The WHRO Public Media Emerging Leaders Board is inviting YOU to be part of The Story Exchange, a MOTH-style storytelling series where our community comes together to reflect, share, and connect through the power of story. Visit this link today … Submit Your Story to The Story Exchange
View PostIntimate Friends Call to Artists
Coffee Black invites artists to submit work for an exhibition at Commune Norfolk for Intimate Friends, a group exhibition exploring themes of love, friendship, and human connection. On display February 14 to March 7, the exhibition accompanies an all out night of entertainment on Valentine’s Day with R&B vibes, live art, ice breaker games and … Intimate Friends Call to Artists
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