History: In 2010, Living Walls invited local, national and international artists to paint murals around Atlanta, giving birth to its first annual street art conference. These one-of-a-kind murals depict images of culturally diverse communities and experiences.

Did you know: In 2021, a total of 15 public art projects were created, and Living Walls invested more than $100,000 to give Black artists a platform to learn about mural making and showcase their work. In addition, Adult Swim Mural Project rotates artists every six months, at least once a year – with a recent expansion to create three murals in New Orleans and plans to continue in other cities.

Motto: More than murals.

How you can help: Find out about their work and where murals are located by following Living Walls @livingwallsatl on their social media platforms. Learn about volunteer opportunities from their Instagram posts. Making financial donations allow more artists to create public art.

To learn more: Visit www.livingwallsatl.com, or email tatiana@livingwallsatl.com.

About the Author

Keep Reading

Volunteers Marlena Williams (clockwise from top left), Mary Stockstill, Danise St Andrew, Maurice Calhoun, Bethany and Carl Mosadoques show off the dinner they prepared for guests at the Ronald McDonald House in Atlanta. (Phil Skinner for the AJC)

Credit: Phil Skinner

Featured

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens (right) tours the Vine City neighborhood with his senior advisor Courtney English (left). (Matt Reynolds/AJC 2024)

Credit: Matt Reynolds