In 2020, we saw ourselves a little lost, exhausted, and to be honest, a little scared. It was a hard year for all of us. So how could we start a new year after having spent months at home, not hugging our loved ones, and show them we care and protect them? How can we move forward? "Keep Moving, Stay Focused" was created out of conversations about these hard feelings and how we can navigate them as a community by spreading a message of hope and positivity. We are bringing this mural to Grant Park to shine a light on the ways we can move forward, together.
Photo by Paula Harding
Linda McNeil (she/her) is an illustrator and animator based in Atlanta, GA. She has a strong passion for bright colors and 90’s nostalgia. Linda uses her art to support organizations and movements she cares about. She is also Co-Founder of Ok Motion Club, a female-owned animation studio in Atlanta, GA.
"Something I’ve thought about a lot this past year is how to stay motivated when there is so much work to be done. I'm super grateful to work with Living Walls on this project. The work they are doing encourages everyone to celebrate our communities and share so many voices in Atlanta."
“It’s about maintaining balance and staying motivated. It’s a balance of staying present and not losing sight of your next step.”