Artist and mentor Ijania Cortez (second from left) poses with DAAP mentees Kay Abernathy (from left), Jess Fendo and Rare Bandy.

The Metro: Detroit’s City Walls program supporting next generation of muralists

January 8, 2025

No matter how you look at it, the beautification of Detroit’s alleyways and building walls have helped change the perspective...

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"The Fist" monument to boxer Joe Louis in downtown Detroit.

Detroit Evening Report: Detroit seeking sculptor for new Joe Louis statue showcasing life ‘outside the ring’

November 1, 2024

The city of Detroit is issuing an open call for a sculptor to create a new statue of Detroit legend...

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A variety of public art will be on display at Farmington Hills City Hall through 2025 as party of the city's public art program.

CultureShift: Farmington Hills launches Public Art Program at City Hall

January 12, 2024

Farmington Hills City Hall has been transformed into an art gallery as part of the city's 2024-2025 Public Art Program,...

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Mural created by Paris-based artist Hopare at 165 Sprout Ave., Detroit.

Detroit Evening Report: Giant ‘inspirational’ murals to be installed downtown ahead of 2024 NFL Draft

October 18, 2023

The City of Detroit is partnering with the Downtown Detroit Partnership and a global nonprofit to create a massive collection of...

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