My review will be short, but yet straight to the point…read more [Yesterday: 3.13.21] My boyfriend and I walked for hours searching for murals on the wall. It may not be a lot of murals, but they were indeed fascinating :) And hey, it is better to have some murals rather than nothing. I have always been a fan of artwork ever since I was a little girl. It is the fact that these artist commit so much time and effort to create such beautiful art work. That being said, I would recommend my Yelpers who love murals to grab a coffee or even any kind of refresher. Then put on you walking shoes. After that, come here, start walking, and look for breathe-taking murals. :) Overall, Murals was my highlight of being in Tally! Plus, it is Free hehe ;)

Art is different things to different people…read more Sometimes it can serve as a medical bandage used to cover the corroded walls of a dilapidated area. An area that has been forgotten, abandoned or severely impacted by poverty in such a way that it becomes invisible to society. I wish this weren't so, however, sometimes the purity of art can bring new hope. It can have the same effect as a band-aide covering the scars of life with beauty. If it stays in place long enough, it might heal wounds as it regenerates through the process of waking up old cells and attracting new ones. A revitalization. Other times art can be a statement piece, such as an amazing necklace, a killer hat, or gorgeous chandelier. Items that takes something ordinary and changes it to extraordinary, adding just that little something-something that forces the human eye to stop and talk a closer look. That je ne sais quoi that draws you in and you don't truly know why. ----- "Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." ~ Degas As for me, art is an escape. + Scenic art (such as a French countryside) can transport me from where I stand in reality, to someplace I've dreamed of being in fantasy. + Abstract art can launch me into deeper thought where I begin to contemplate the complexities of my own humanity. For example: Why am I sensitive and caring in some areas and unyielding in others, particularly with things that are similar in nature? + Sculpted art causes my eye to celebrate the beauty of shape and dimension. + Architectural art, such as cathedrals, bridges and ancient coliseums often leave me in awe from their mastery of patience, planning and precision. Reminding me that if I want my life to count, it can't be rushed. However, to me street art is precious because of its raw emotion. You can practically see the heart of the artist beating from within the paint. I swear, sometimes when a piece truly captures me, I can almost see the painting breath! A great piece will also cause me to want to learn more about the artist and to learn more about other works they have created. One such artist is Chiara Saldivar Gueyraud. Originally from Venezuela, she moved to Miami in 2000 and at some point to Tallahassee. She taught herself to paint murals after falling in love with street art in Miami. Now, along with her husband Daniel O'Connor McCluskey, she fully intends to make Tallahassee a premier city for street art. Another artist that has peaked my interest is David Zayas, a Puerto Rican muralist doing incredible work: http://www.wbur.org/artery/2017/07/31/lynn-murals In my world, these are the unsung heroes dedicating every fiber of their being to the betterment of humanity. Men and women that create imaginings that make my soul want to dance in the rain. ----- "If I could say it in words there would be no reason to paint." ~ Edward Hopper FINAL THOUGHT Although a Tallahassee visitor for only a few days, I saw a great deal in my short stay. Still, I barely scratched the surface of the art hidden in plain sight all around the city. I created this yelp page in hopes that the residents of the city will pridefully ADD more street art to the gallery so that I (and others across the country) can enjoy the beauty of local artistry right from our own homes! What a gift to have a city embrace and promote creative public displays of expression. I hope Chiara Saldivar McCluskey gets her wish to transforms the city into a massive work of art... street art! Curious? Meet Chiara Saldivar McCluskey: http://www.bigbendcares.org/meet-an-artopian-chiara-saldivar/ 2018/7

Love this sculpture! I circle the roundabout at sunset just to see sunlight reflecting through the…read moreglass. Looks cool after sunset, too, though I would love to see some LED's.

You will find this sculpture just off of the Cascade Park Trail, near the Railroad Square Art…read moreDistrict. The piece was dedicated in August 2023, as part of the Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency's History and Culture Trail project . It is the work of Bradley Cooley, Jr. The bronze statue depicts a man sitting on a stool playing the trumpet and represents Tallahassee's rich musical history of jazz. The sculpture is perched on a 2 to 3-foot brick base. The sculpture is of no one in particular. And that is by Cooley's design. Cooley intentional used a composite of features from many different individuals. "I didn't want to use any particular face," he said. I really like this piece. It is in a wide open space. It is very detailed and eye catching. You are just waiting for the sculpture to belt out some music. There is street parking available within a very reasonable walking distance for those that are driving to see the sculpture. Anyway, as with most sculptures that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a destination piece, nor a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops other attractions in the area or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

You will find the work of art on the back of The Other Side Vintage, facing the Capital Cascades…read moretrail. It is right near a splash pad. The piece is a collaborative effort between local artist Kollet Hardeman, Railroad Square Management and Mountain Shore Properties. It was painted in 2020 and surprisingly only too Hardeman 47 hours to complete. The mural is nicely done and is a depiction of the tradional Greetings From..... postcard. artistic interpretation of the vintage "Greetings from Tallahassee" postcard. Each letter of "Tallahassee" features iconic imagery representing the city or the art district. Some of the images that you will find in the letters include the Historic Capitol, canopy roads, and nearby FSU, and FAMU. Other lesser known images you will see in the letters include the artwork of Dr. Ron Yrabedra, a retired FAMU Art Professor and the longest-term artist in Railroad Square, and a sculpture of the late Charles Hook, the FSU Sculpture Professor known for his instructional iron pours. Hardeman's said that her favorite letter in the mural was the final "E" because it's part of a goodbye as she moves on to her next city. The mural is in excellent shape and looks relatively new. There is street parking available to park within a reasonable walking distance from the mural. As with most murals that I have visited and reviewed, this is not a destination piece, nor a long stop. I was there less than 5 minutes. So, you may want to consider planning out additional stops at other attractions in the area, or making this stop part of a larger itinerary to maximize your time and trip.

Nice piece of artwork and a bit of community pride for Tallahassee, Florida. The part it is on os…read morepretty nice, as well. Art like this gives a community its personality. If you ate in Tallahassee, go check it out.

The Capitol was not very accessible today so we did a drive by, there was some sort of event…read moredirectly across the street so the area was surrounded by barricades, flashing lights and policemen. I thought we might be able to find a parking space within a reasonable distance but that wasn't going to happen. We were able to snap a few photos in passing but somewhat disappointed that we weren't able to get up close. The original building is a beautiful piece of architecture but the administrative tower behind it not so much, I guess it's more about efficiency and in my opinion is nothing more than an eyesore. It would of been nice to have the modern structure located in another part of town to preserve the historic value of the original nostalgic building. Even trying to circle the block was a bit of a challenge today and a disappointment after driving here...

The original State capitol of Florida in Tallahassee, Florida is gorgeous. We had a great time…read morevisiting as it was a beautiful day, perfect weather. However, they ruined the entire area by adding the "evil tower of Orthanc" right behind it Yuck. What an eye sore! Almost as bad as the California State capitol, Almost. Ugh.

The art is lovely but the museum is perpetually in a state of renovation. The front desk attendants…read moreare bored and not enthused about the amazing art displayed.

From the owner: The Museum of Fine Arts, a division of the College of Fine Arts at Florida State University, is a…read moremajor art exhibition space and an integral part of the Tallahassee community. The choice of quality exhibitions plays a dominant role in the Museum's efforts to reach its goals with respect to the general public and the university community. The scope of MoFA's programming ranges from national-impact, scholarly presentations of works never previously exhibited, to the work of regional artists and students.

Ironically, I am wearing a shirt I bought from Olde Fields as I write this review. It was my first…read morepiece of FSU "merchandise" that I bought when I moved to Tallahassee. This isn't your typical Nole or Rattler gear. It's a little quirky and fun and sometimes the shirts and tank tops have crass and profane sayings on them, but they're really cool alternatives. The store itself is organized pretty well. They also sell a variety of sunglasses and other clothing like a regular boutique. They have quite the selection of vintage pieces and home decor too! The people working there always are very friendly and seem willing to help. I hope they eventually have some sort of sale so I have an excuse to browse in there without feeling awful for not buying anything. Prices can be a little steep but I assume that's because they hand print a good amount of their tops.

I feel like this store is trying to pass itself off as vintage/eclectic, but is selling FSU…read moremerchandise? I admit that the FSU clothing is more subtle (no giant letters, more artsy and imagery), which is why I'm reviewing this place to begin with. However, I wouldn't go out of my way to stop by here as it was quite bare/sparse when I visited. A meh store gets a meh review.

Great..I was one of the 100 folks invited for the inauguration. Yes it was fantastic. Loved it…read more Staff were awesome

Property is nice, but if you take the tour they show you all the nice stuff, but don't let you…read moretouch a thing. Rick Scott can sit everyday on the furniture that my tax payer money paid for, but I can't even touch it. I'm glad Rick will be out soon!!