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Public Art Tour
Discover Downtown Newnan: A Self-Guided Public Art Tour
<p>Stroll through the heart of Downtown Newnan and experience the city’s creative spirit on this self-guided public art tour. From vibrant murals and whimsical sculptures to historic architecture and hidden artistic gems, each stop along the way tells a unique story of our community’s culture, history, and imagination.</p><p></p><p>Perfect for art lovers, history buffs, and curious explorers alike, this tour invites you to slow down, look closer, and connect with the creative pulse that brings our downtown to life. Whether you&#39;re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, you’ll find inspiration around every corner.</p><p></p>
Mural by Das.BK
From my early days as a graffiti artist in Newnan, Georgia, to my transformative residency in Japan, my personal art journey has been one of evolution and storytelling. After honing my craft as an artist and pushing my creativity, I ultimately served in the U.S. Air Force, where my art took a backseat, yet my perspective profoundly deepened. After an honorable discharge in 2015, I reignited my passion earning a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in NYC. My artwork, influenced by both urban grit and meditative calm, tell immersive stories that invite viewers into a world where nature and spirit intertwine. Today, Das.BK creates from a place of introspection and empathy, drawing from his diverse experiences to craft pieces that resonate with authenticity and depth. Whether on the streets of Atlanta or galleries worldwide, his work continues to evolve, reflecting a journey that honors both the chaos and serenity of life.

From my early days as a graffiti artist in Newnan, Georgia, to my transformative residency in Japan, my personal art journey has been one of evolution and storytelling. After honing my craft as an artist and pushing my creativity, I ultimately served in the U.S. Air Force, where my art took a backseat, yet my perspective profoundly deepened. After an honorable discharge in 2015, I reignited my passion earning a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in NYC. My artwork, influenced by both urban grit and meditative calm, tell immersive stories that invite viewers into a world where nature and spirit intertwine.

Today, Das.BK creates from a place of introspection and empathy, drawing from his diverse experiences to craft pieces that resonate with authenticity and depth. Whether on the streets of Atlanta or galleries worldwide, his work continues to evolve, reflecting a journey that honors both the chaos and serenity of life.

Mural by Amber Stidham
Amber’s current body of work is in custom murals, graphite and mixed media art. She was so driven by her passion to produce public art that she started Empire Murals LLC in 2018. Since, Amber has designed and painted over 4 dozen murals. Prior to working in the film industry and becoming a muralist, she was an independent graphic designer for over 20 years. “There is not a job that is too big and imagination is never a problem when it comes to designing eye catching murals for my clients. I love what I do and because of that it does not feel like a job.” “Bright colors and inviting shapes was my focus on this floor piece. Hexagons are such an iconic part of downtown Newnan’s history. Since they once covered the city walkways of our beautiful town it seemed right to have them be the design’s backbone.”

"Bright colors and inviting shapes was my focus on this floor piece. Hexagons are such an iconic part of downtown Newnan’s history. Since they once covered the city walkways of our beautiful town it seemed right to have them be the design’s backbone." Amber Stidham

Mural by Amber Stidham
Amber Stidham painted the mural of the “Bubble Girl,” who she named Lily, in October 2018. When she heard that the building’s owner was looking for a mural, the guidelines were to reflect happiness and Newnan scenery. Stidham wanted “to capture a childlike wonder and the way it felt to be young when anything was possible.”

Amber Stidham painted the mural of the “Bubble Girl,” who she named Lily, in October 2018. When she heard that the building’s owner was looking for a mural, the guidelines were to reflect happiness and Newnan scenery.

Stidham wanted “to capture a childlike wonder and the way it felt to be young when anything was possible.”

Mural by Ans Steenmeijer
One of Coweta’s oldest and best-loved murals is “Faces and Places,” on the wall of Vinylyte Records and across from the Carnegie Library. Painted in 1998, the large mural features some of the area’s most renowned citizens including author and humorist Lewis Grizzard and Newnan’s first Black doctor, John Henry Gordon.

One of Coweta’s oldest and best-loved murals is “Faces and Places,” on the wall of Vinylyte Records and across from the Carnegie Library. Painted in 1998, the large mural features some of the area’s most renowned citizens including author and humorist Lewis Grizzard and Newnan’s first Black doctor, John Henry Gordon.

Mural by Tim Davis
There’s a “Small Town Southern Man” being painted on the side of the Redneck Gourmet building at 11 North Court Square in downtown Newnan, Ga. Of course, the “man” is Newnan native and Country Music Hall of Fame member Alan Jackson. The new 20-foot-by-40-foot mural is being painted by Tim Davis, who also painted the mural of 13 country stars on the side of Nashville’s Legends Corner in 2016. Tim is the current Newnan artist-in-residence. The mural wall and design were chosen by Alan’s management, fan club and the local artist-in-residence program. “I feel very privileged to have been asked to paint this mural for Mr. Jackson and the city of Newnan,” says Tim to NCD. “The residents are wonderful people, and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

There’s a “Small Town Southern Man” being painted on the side of the Redneck Gourmet building at 11 North Court Square in downtown Newnan, Ga.

Of course, the “man” is Newnan native and Country Music Hall of Fame member Alan Jackson.

The new 20-foot-by-40-foot mural is being painted by Tim Davis, who also painted the mural of 13 country stars on the side of Nashville’s Legends Corner in 2016.

Tim is the current Newnan artist-in-residence. The mural wall and design were chosen by Alan’s management, fan club and the local artist-in-residence program.

“I feel very privileged to have been asked to paint this mural for Mr. Jackson and the city of Newnan,” says Tim to NCD. “The residents are wonderful people, and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

Mural by Corey Barksdale
Known for his bold color palette, expressive figures, and deep cultural symbolism, Corey Barksdale has painted murals for libraries, cultural institutions, businesses, and public installations across the U.S. His murals do more than beautify—they inspire.

Known for his bold color palette, expressive figures, and deep cultural symbolism, Corey Barksdale has painted murals for libraries, cultural institutions, businesses, and public installations across the U.S. His murals do more than beautify—they inspire.

Mural by Molly Rose Freeman
Molly Rose Freeman is an artist and designer who explores the heartbeat of the living world. Combining rich colors and dynamic patterns, her work spans a variety of media, including large-scale murals, textile design, drawing, painting, sculpture and installation. The mural is a series of geometric shapes reminiscent of flowers or mandalas in an arching pattern that mimics nearby building facades.

Molly Rose Freeman is an artist and designer who explores the heartbeat of the living world. Combining rich colors and dynamic patterns, her work spans a variety of media, including large-scale murals, textile design, drawing, painting, sculpture and installation.

The mural is a series of geometric shapes reminiscent of flowers or mandalas in an arching pattern that mimics nearby building facades.