07.27.2018
Humpbacks off the Virginia Coast
In 2008, twenty-seven years after Wyland’s quest began, the artist and the Wyland Foundation completed the monumental goal of painting 100 life-size public marine murals. These murals were painted in life-size dimensions to increase appreciation and understanding for...
07.27.2018
Regatta (Tower of Lights)
This artwork is a triangular, stainless steel form composed of hundreds of small triangular pieces of polished steel on a tall tapered pole. The small triangles move with the breeze and catch significant light. The work is integrated into the Amphitheatre plaza,...
07.27.2018
General Douglas MacArthur
Compiled by MacArthur Memorial intern Chavon Freeman, Virginia Wesleyan College, April 2009 This bronze statue of Douglas MacArthur, by noted artist Walker Hancock, is a duplicate of a statue of MacArthur at the United States Military Academy at West Point which was...
07.26.2018
(Deaccessioned) Fun in the Sun
(Removed) Lead artist Mariela Haga worked with student’s of Norfolk’s Emerging Leaders Program during the summer of 2015 to complete this mural for the exterior of the Berkley Pool facility. “Fun in the Sun” is a colorful design representing the joy and water play of...
07.25.2018
(Partially deaccessioned) Traverse
Jenna Rodriguez worked with students to create “Traverse” for the Evelyn T. Butts Transfer Station. Wood templates of hands were cut then fabricated in plastic at NorvaPlastics and stamped with quotes gathered from travelers. The hands were placed along the chain link...
07.20.2018
Progression of Literature
Diana worked with students to cut and paint metal strips that were then twisted into tessellations representing books.
07.20.2018
(Deaccessioned) Bit by Bit
Deaccessioned Crystal Warlitner worked with students of Norfolk’s Emerging Leaders program to create “Bit By Bit”. Three porcelain and glass tile mosaic murals for the Ocean View Senior Center.
07.20.2018
(Deaccessioned) Gateway Towers
PROJECT REMOVED January 2021 due to wear and tear and NEON District upgrades. Lead artist John Rudel worked with 8 students of Norfolk’s Emerging Leaders program during the summer of 2013 to give old Net bus stop signs a make over. First, metal rods were shaped to...
07.19.2018
(Deaccessioned) The Real Superheroes
Mark Wroblewski worked as a lead artist on a public art project mural with student’s from the Norfolk Emerging Leaders Program. It hangs on the exterior of the Norfolk Animal Care Facility in Norfolk, Virginia.
06.26.2018
(Deaccessioned) Harboring Histories
Norfolk Arts favorite volunteer Pictured above: Mel Rudd. “Harboring Histories’ celebrates Norfolk not only as a business and transportation hub but as an arts and cultural destination. The artwork orients travelers and serves as a way finder between the...
06.26.2018
(Deaccessioned) Summer in the City
Vicki Norris along with participants of the City of Norfolk’s 2011 Emerging Leaders program created “Summer in the City” for the Granby Municipal Building. Four scenic murals depict images from Norfolk’s Town Point Park, the historic battleship USS Wisconsin, the...
06.26.2018
(Deaccessioned) Flight of Seagulls
Barbara Kobylinska and students of the Emerging Leaders program created “Flight of the Seagulls” for the Town Point parking garage. There are twelve colorful ceramic sculptures in all. The project was removed in 2017 due to garage renovations and hopefully will be...
06.13.2018
The Tide That Brings Us Home
Cheryl White gathered historic images, maps and actual letters written between military servicemen and their families to create a series of temporary prints that were installed on the Tide Light Rail cars and stations in 2012. View more photos of The Tide That Brings...
06.7.2018
Skate Trees and Leaf Benches
In October 2012, Chris worked with students from Virginia Wesleyan to paint donated skateboard decks that were used to create ”Skate Trees” to provide shade at the park. Locals gathered at the park for a “PAINT THE DECKS” party where children and adults painted their...
06.7.2018
(Deaccessioned) Norfolk Attractions
Jeannine Harkleroad worked with students from the Norfolk Emerging Leaders program to create these four fabric panels using a fabric appliqué technique. The panels depict and celebrate the following attractions of Norfolk: the Attucks Theatre, Doumar’s famous...
06.5.2018
Splasher of the Healing Water
Todji Kurtzman installed Splasher of the Healing Waters during the summer of 2013. Todji describes: “I received a commission to sculpt a bronze monument for an aqautic center in Norfolk VA. The community representatives wanted splashing long legs.“ Take a look at his...
06.5.2018
Easton Trees as Seen From the Train at the End of the Line
Images inspired by the many old trees of Easton Forest in Easton Place were etched onto the windscreens to mimic the window placement of The Tide trains. Did you know? As noted on a nearby historical marker, the Newtown station is located near the site of “New Town”,...
05.21.2018
Across The Bay & Cobalt Blue Summer
Since 2000, Argentine-born artist Cecilia Lueza has been working on a variety of public art projects in many cities throughout the United States. Her work has been exhibited at Art Miami, Arteamericas, and Scope Miami Beach, and she has completed public art projects...
05.21.2018
All Things Within All Things
Matthew Gray Palmer of Friday Harbor, Washington, created “All Things Within All Things” in 2010. He playfully illustrates our interconnection with each other by incorporating one of the largest terrestrial mammals, an elephant with one of the most delicate wind-bound...
05.18.2018
Ascension to a Higher State of Being
The Church St./Attucks Public Art Planning Committee selected artist Ayokunle Odeleye to design and create artwork to celebrate the rich history and reflect the diversity of the cultural heritage of Church Street welcoming everyone to a place of inclusion. The 30 ft....
10.25.2017
(Billboard artwork) Broken Skin
“Broken Skin” is a photo of a female struggling in a cruel judgmental society, Keara states.”She is oppressed, trapped and wounded, dying to be seen but afraid and ashamed of her true identity”. Read about Keara and her brother
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