A2AC MURALS
A2AC Murals is the culmination of pairing downtown building and business owners with local, regional, and national artists who transformed the building walls into spectacular expressions of their skill—providing the community and visitors the opportunity to experience and enjoy these large, vibrant works of public art. Synecdoche Design partnered with the Ann Arbor Art Center and provided an analysis on the potential development of the initiative.
To make this dream a reality, the team crowdfunded in July of 2020 to raise $50,000 through Patronicity. These funds paid the artists a living wage and covered other mural expenses like equipment rentals, paint, permits, etc. Once this goal was met, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) matched the $50,000—doubling the impact of all donations leading up to the goal through their Public Spaces Community Places program.
Parking Structure by W.C. Bevan
W.C. Bevan paints high-contrast visual movement, imaginary extensions of architecture, uncommon rhythms rooted in his mural at the 220 N Ashley St. Parking Structure.
‘Clinc AI’ by Taylor White
Located at the corner of Washington St. and First St., the mural considers the relationship between humanity and technology as we move into a future where these elements are inherently interwoven.
‘Drifts’ by Ouizi
Blooming on all facades of the building at 200 S Ashley St., the mural by Ouizi presents a new way to experience A2AC Murals– through Electrifly’s augmented reality.
‘May Her Memory be our Innermost Revolution’ by Ann Lewis
Located at 123 N Ashley St., Ann Lewis’ mural includes repetition through graphic elements and a limited color palette to convey messages around intersectional social justice issues.
Mural installations took place from August until November of 2020, with more murals scheduled for installation in 2021 and 2022.
