This work is an homage to Atlanta’s reputation as the cultural center of the South and a diverse metropolitan area. The work depicts images of a glowing peach and olive branches, symbols of prosperity, heritage, and peace. The large figures pay homage to Atlanta’s African American community. They act as peacekeepers watching over the city.
Neka King is an illustrator and muralist working in visual, digital, and print-based media. Located in Atlanta, GA, she received her BFA in Studio Arts from Ernest G. Welch School of Art and Design at Georgia State University. Her work relates to her personal experiences as Black, American, Female, and Southern.
“Although Atlanta is a bustling city, it still manages to keep its Southern charm and hospitality.”
