Nate Baranowski painting the Tamika Catchings Mural (credit: Indy Arts Council)
Tamika Catchings mural on Mass Ave
Nate Baranowski of South Bend, Ind., is creating a new portrait mural in the Mass Ave neighborhood featuring Indiana Fever superstar and local icon Tamika Catchings. The mural is on track to be completed in late June and will remain a downtown Indianapolis landmark for the next 15 years. Baranowski is one of 98 artists who submitted applications in response to an international call. Indianapolis-based artist Brooke McGee is assisting Baranowski with production of the mural.
Indianapolis Artsgarden murals
Two temporary murals by Indianapolis artists Phyllicia Carr and Amiah Mims will adorn the east and west facades of the Indianapolis Artsgarden. The murals will reflect the “Red Hot Summer” theme with nods to Indiana and women in basketball. Starting July 11, drive by or stroll down Washington Street in downtown Indianapolis to experience these large-scale masterpieces.
Victory Series art by Ashley Nora
Sidewalk Galleries: Victory Series
The fan-favorite Sidewalk Galleries program is back to enhance downtown storefronts with murals and poetry by Indy-area artists. The special Victory Series features some of Indy’s top female talent, including Tasha Beckwith, Tiffany Black, Christina Hollering, Shaunt’e Lewis, Ashley Nora, and Koda Witsken (curator).
The Victory Series murals can be found at the Motto Hotel construction fence at the Emmis Building, Star Bank, and AES windows on Monument Circle. Additional Sidewalk Galleries artwork can be found on Washington Street, Meridian Street, McCrea St. at Jackson Place, and Pennsylvania St. at Indiana Members Credit Union.
3D chalk art mural
Nate Baranowski will create a 3D chalk art mural (location TBA). Visitors are encouraged to snap a photo and become part of the illusion.
“W” sculptures
Four unique “W” sculptures fabricated by Expo Arts will pop up on Georgia Street, Monument Circle, and Morris Bicentennial Unity Plaza to give fans the perfect photo backdrop. Sculpture themes include an original floral design by Paula Shoultz, a live painting experience by Kwazar Martin, an interactive autograph station, and neon lights for when the sun goes down.