This mural is part of Jiffy Lube of Indiana mural project, in conjunction with the Arts Council of…read moreIndianapolis. It is the work of local artist Nekoda Witsken, who is also the owner of Hue Murals. She completed the mural in 2021 in about 2 weeks. This is a unique and interesting mural. It is in Witsken's signature "color explosion" style. And it also seamlessly incorporates a regaining wall that it in front of the primary wall. It has a 3D cutout flower panel on it. The mural itself is not painted directly on the Jiffy Lube wall because the wall is exposed brick. Witsken used large specially cut aluminum dibord to create a floated surface on which to paint. The mural depicts the colorful image of a black woman's face and a nonbinary person with their arms up above their head while they are standing in front of a sunflower. The retaining wall has a 3D flower and continues with the black woman's neck and top portion of her body. There is also a very close up image of the upper right side of a face. This piece grabs your attention. I like how Witsken uses colors. Witsken aimed to paint a mural that featured empowered, diverse people in terms of both gender and race. She hopes this mural inspires people to take a deep breath, grow their positivity, and be open to those around them. Witsken is very talented and I am a fan of her work. You claims that this piece is her best work thus far. You should really check this mural out if you are in the area. As with most murals that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a very long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes.  You may want to consider planning out additional stops at many of the other attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip. You could start with the Lincoln Mural (another of Witsken's pieces) or Lincoln Park.

When one of your favorite local artists proclaims that their latest work is their favorite, you…read moreshould make a point to see it in person. Even though I live southwest of Indy and this new mural is north west, I am so glad I went. She was still working on the mural so I got a brief moment to chat with her. Now I will have to make a return visit to capture the final version. Hopefully some other Yelpers will stop by who can add more photos until I get back to the area to share. As part of an ongoing series sponsored by Jiffy Lube of Indiana, the business wants to be a good neighbor and bring art to the community in unexpected places. In its fifth year at the time of this installation, the business coordinates with the Arts Council of Indianapolis to find local artists who would be willing to take on the opportunity to have their work seen by lots of folks who might not make it to galleries or art museums. One of the limitations is that the mural should have nothing to do with vehicles or that might be interpreted as simply advertising. The artists are given a great deal of freedom to be creative which is one reason this artist Koda Witsken enjoyed working on the project. All artists are paid for their work too! According to comments on the artist's website (Hue Murals), the mural was inspired by the chance to show gender and ethnic diversity as well as the native flowers of Indiana. One of the most impressive things about the mural (in addition to her amazing sense of color and talent) is that she hand paints with brushes (no spray cans for her) the entire 400 sq ft area! Imagine painting a 12 x12 room just over 8 ft tall with paint brushes, no roller? My hands ache just thinking about that task! Another challenge the artist had to deal with is that sometimes the mural may be replaced, so to preserve the art she paints on specially cut aluminum dibord which can be attached and then removed for another location later. In some of my photos you will notice the white dibord before she had a chance to finish the mural with painted jewelry. Personally, I love how the artist can see colors within color. Her work can be found all over the north side and she is adding more locations in the metro area. For more of her work check out my Collection of reviews and photos on Yelp. Review #3941

I admit that I've passed by this site a number of times, not knowing what it was. What started out…read moreas a parking lot for the south end of the Big 4 Rail Trail has turned into much more. The site has two prominent pieces of art including a mural of a flowing creek that seems to flow onto the sidewalk. The mural, on the south side of the public restroom building, was completed in 2023 by artist Blice Edwards. If you look at the mural face on, the building seems to melt into the natural background. The mural was made possible by the Zionsville Parks Department. There is a second piece of art which is a sculpture called Wingz by Mark McGarvey. This towering sculpture was also completed in 2023. The "wings" move gracefully, almost flapping, with the breeze. Zionsville really needs more public art so this is a wonderful addition at the south entrance to town. The public unisex restrooms are really nice for Trail users or people out walking. There is natural prairie landscaping around the park. The small site is pristine and has 17 parking spots including 2 handicap spots at the front. I'll be using this new entrance to the Trail. I recommending stopping to enjoy the art.

What a great place! The first 10 minutes on the path are fairly residential, but after that you…read morewalk into beautiful trails and nature! Definitely a hidden gem!

The Twisted House is a whimsical, quirky sculpture in the ArtsPark. The house is the 2005 work of…read moreJohn McNaughton. McNaughton was a founding member of the Art Department of University of Southern Indiana. He passed away in 2022. The Twisted House is typical of his fun-loving approach to art. The wood sculpture has a storybook appearance. I can imagine that kids (and maybe even a few squirrels) would have fun visiting and playing in the structure with the crooked door and roof that curves over into the ground. The sculpture brought a smile to my face. The Twisted House worth a visit if you like art. There is no charge to walk through the quiet and serene park. There is free parking at the east side of the park.

It was a cold crisp day in late November when I visited the house. I knocked on the door but…read morenobody was home. Just kidding. It is a piece of artwork. It reminds me of the nursery rhyme about the old woman who lived in a shoe. It is just one piece of outdoor artwork and sculptures available on the grounds of the Indianapolis Art Center. I found plenty of parking available at the Center's parking lot. Then it is short walk from the lot.

This is a tall sculpture located in the center of a Carmel roundabout. I saw it both during the day…read moreand the night and in my opinion, it is far more impressive at night than during the day. This piece stands 42 feet high, and is made of aluminum and steel. It is the work of Arlon Bayliss, who created the piece in 2019. It depicts 3 roses towering over the roundabout. It is very detailed and looks very realistic. I love the pink pedals and how they look like they are made of some type of sheer material. The sculpture also includes gold stems and silver leaves, wrapped in a ribbon. It is illuminated at night and looks amazing. It is rumored that if you look closely at the sculpture, you may find a bumblebee hidden among the flower petals. There are a few parking lots off of the roundabout that you can pull into, park, and get out to take a closer look. That is what I ended up doing. Just be carful doing so, as it is a very active roundabout. This is obviously not a destination piece or a long stop, but if you are in the area and near by, then it may be worthy of a quick visit. As with most sculptures (especially those located on roundabouts) that I visit, this was not a long stop. I was there about 5 minutes and I was out. I came across the sculpture by chance, driving to an appointment. I recommend making this part of a larger itinerary or a stop on your way somewhere else.

Wow! When it comes to making eye catching sculptures, leave it to Arlon Bayliss. This newest…read moreedition (2019) fills the center of the roundabout at Pennsylvania St and Old Meridian Streets. The shining steel roses rise above the lawn a towering 42' and are wrapped in a ribbon. According to the artist's statement, he hopes that the roses add beauty as well as bring Grace, Love, and Joy to the hearts of those who see it. P.S. There is a little surprise built into the sculpture that is hidden "in plain sight". If you like this installation, you can see another of Bayliss' work at 96th and Westfield Blvd (Beacon Bloom) in Carmel and another at the north end of Main Street in Speedway (Seeds of Light). Review #3063

Beautiful gallery with friendly service! We stopped in just to view the displayed artwork and we…read morewere greeted right away and able to take our time walking through each room.

We got multiple paintings framed here. They did a great job and were able to accommodate our time…read moreframe. The staff here is very knowledgeable and helpful. They were honest and provided their opinion when asked. Overall, I was very satisfied with the work. The shop itself is so fun to look through. They have a variety of paintings at different price levels and art styles.

How can I live in Zionsville and not know about this sculpture? The Walking Man is pretty cool. I…read morejust happened upon him and then learned his story from the Yelp review of Ken N. (Which I recommend reading). This superb piece of art is hidden on the side of the town hall building adjacent to the rail trail, greeting hikers as they pass. Zionsville doesn't have much art, so the Walking Man is a great start. Unpretentious, quiet, serene, he stands decorated in maps of Zionsville. He is surrounded by a little courtyard with benches. There is plenty of parking near him. Bravo, Zionsville!

The Walking Man sculpture has done a lot of traveling over time. As part of an original temporary…read moreshow in Anderson in 2012, sculptor Levi Rinker created over 2 dozen of these 10' tall figures. After the exhibit ran its course, many were auctioned off. Quite a few of them have ended up along the rail trail that runs through Boone County, including this one in Zionsville. Located just east of the new Town Hall, the sculpture was originally left in a basic white paint...a blank surface for each community to decorate however the towns wanted. Finally, in 2019, Hoosier artist Cynthia Young was selected to paint the figure. She chose to recreate a map of the Zionsville Trail system on the body of the Walking Man. So, not only does the figure have relevance to the nearby trail, it is a symbol of moving forward (which Zionsville hopes to project). And the map of the trail is useful to anyone passing near this sculpture. Very clever use of the sculpture! Review #2638

This is a cute rare and used bookstore in downtown Zionsville. We enjoyed looking around and seeing…read morethe memorial to the dog who the store was named after. We couldn't read the tributes because they made us too sad but you could tell their mascot was so very loved! They have books for children as well and lots of vintage books! The staff working were super welcoming and friendly. Stop in if you're in the area.

Adorable book shop with welcoming atmosphere and accommodations that go above and beyond!…read more A wide variety of new books as well as vintage. Great prices and did you know that if you call ahead that they allow photo shoots? Such a great place and we will return soon!

Zionsville became known as the Dahlia City in the 1920's as a result of several local Dahlia…read moregreenhouses producing fabulous lines. Recently, the town has embraced the moniker and erected several murals depicting dahlias. Crime Photography sponsored a lovely mural with a grant from the Town of Zionsville Community Enrichment Grant. Award winning artist, Megan Jefferson, completed the colorful mural on the north wall of the Cripe Photography Studio. The mural promotes positive vibes saying "Be the reason someone smiles today" and is surrounded by blooming dahlias.

Robert Goodman Jeweler's has sponsored art murals over the years that add color and sophistication…read moreto downtown Zionsville. Recently, a new mural by local artist, Liv Miller, has been completed on North 1st Street, behind the Goodman Jewelry Store. The mural, of a curious shaggy dog named Bailey, can't help but bring a smile to your face. It's the pup that greets you when you come home from a long day at work. The mural adds life to a street filled with the backs of buildings. Bravo, Liv and Goodman's for making us smile.

The Town Hall in Zionsville opened in 2017. This facility is an improvement over the previous…read morelocation, which was in an old church. The Hall houses the mayor's office, town planning, fire department admin and Boone County Senior Services. The building is modern and spacious inside. Conference rooms of all sizes can be reserved for resident meetings. I have reserved the largest conference room for a Non-Profit that I belong. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The rooms are well equipped and comfortable. The restrooms are large and clean. There is a nice patio area with flowers and a Thin Man statue on the east side of the facility. There is plenty of parking in their dedicated lot. The facility is fully accessible included close handicapped spaces. The Town Hall is used for several community activities including area foot races.