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We’re turning the chain link fence at Bragg Street Park in Raleigh’s historic South Park neighborhood into a powerful visual storytelling installation! Led by artist Georgia Tardy, this public art project will celebrate the legacy, culture, and resilience of South Park residents.
Through community collaboration, the artwork will feature imagery and stories that honor the neighborhood’s rich history and shine a light on its role in Raleigh’s Black cultural heritage. As the area faces rapid change and gentrification, this installation will serve as a reminder of the strength and pride that continue to define South Park.
This is more than just art—it’s a celebration of memory, identity, and the power of community. Stay tuned for ways to get involved and help us bring this story to life!
Artist Bio
SEEK Artist Georgia Tardy
Georgia Tardy is a multidisciplinary artist, muralist, and educator based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, she holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication from Kendall College of Art and Design. With over 20 years of experience, Tardy’s work blends fine art, graphic design, and storytelling, often incorporating symbolic motifs like butterflies, koi fish, and lotus flowers to explore themes of transformation, resilience, and cultural identity.
Her artistic style is influenced by the Art Nouveau movement, characterized by fluid lines, botanical imagery, and organic forms. Tardy has exhibited nationally and internationally, with murals and public art projects throughout North Carolina and Michigan. She is deeply committed to community engagement and often collaborates with residents and fellow artists to create artworks that reflect local narratives and shared histories. Through teaching, mural-making, and public art, Tardy uses her creative practice to uplift underrepresented voices and inspire collective pride and healing.
Instagram: @georgiatardyart
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