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 MoreWe Can Create What We Can Imagine
New York painter Esteban del Valle and glass artist Julia Rogers collaborated on this mural celebrating artistic creativity and inspiration with LED lights recreating a marquee, a lighthouse and a night sky.
See MoreLunar Bathing
Inspired by old master and new age artists, this bold mural by Sage is a beautiful accompaniment to the innovative local art centers found nearby in the NEON District.
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Located in the Renova Center’s parking lot, a health and wellness center, Kelsey Witt’s mural pays homage to the healing process, which can take two forms, physical or mental healing. A body’s cells must heal for a rebirth, symbolized by the mural’s blooming flowers.
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See MoreWomen’s History Month with Karen Rudd
She’s passionate about public art and bringing creative opportunities to the City of Norfolk! Introducing Norfolk Arts Director, Karen Rudd, who also serves on NEON’s Public Art Committee.
View PostGlass Act: Chrysler Museum’s Massive Glass Studio Expansion
For over a decade, the Chrysler Museum’s Perry glass studio has invited the public to experience the magical, molten elements of glassblowing. The over 9,000 square foot space was initially established “to nurture the growing glass community in Norfolk,” as described by Glass Studio Manager and Program Director Robin Rogers, and pays tribute to the Chrysler’s internationally-acclaimed glass collection, which boasts over 10,000 pieces spanning 3,000 years.
View PostStudent Tying Up Loose Ends Before 9th Annual Wearable Arts Show
Governor’s School of Arts students are storytelling through art. “They are getting this great opportunity to get out of their comfort zone,” said Liana Courts, chairwoman of GSArts’ visual arts department. The wearable art pieces force students to think outside the box.
View PostFebruary 2023
It’s that funny time of year when the dreariness of winter seems past but spring is not quite yet blooming. Take a walk in NEON…
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