Make Your Mark on Mentone was made possible by a grant from Alabama State Council on the Arts and
donations by Dixie Salvage, Builders Supply, David & Lesa Cummings, Lowes Home Improvement, and Pat Martin.
Make Your Mark on Mentone is located at corner of AL HWY 117 & CR 89, on the grounds of Mentone Inn.
donations by Dixie Salvage, Builders Supply, David & Lesa Cummings, Lowes Home Improvement, and Pat Martin.
Make Your Mark on Mentone is located at corner of AL HWY 117 & CR 89, on the grounds of Mentone Inn.
Featured Artists:
Make Your Mark on Mentone: October-November
Lisa Sulkosky
Mentone, AL
Lisa Sulkosky
Mentone, AL
Lisa’s first chalk art is a Big Success depicting Small Wonders.
She says that the message has a double meaning, not just taking a closer look at the intricate world beneath our feet but also the small town of Mentone that offers wonders & gifts that many, living a hurried life, may miss.
She says that the message has a double meaning, not just taking a closer look at the intricate world beneath our feet but also the small town of Mentone that offers wonders & gifts that many, living a hurried life, may miss.
Make Your Mark on Mentone began in 2024 as a way to encourage the community to appreciate the artistry of chalk. Last year we invited five artists known for their chalk art works to come to Mentone and create a work of art on a board that was built specifically for that purpose near the Mentone Inn. (Click here to see the artists and works.)
“Incorporating local artists into public art projects is a powerful tool for community development, fostering shared values, and enhancing social cohesion,” says sculptor and LRAC board member Deedee Morrison. “When our community engages local artists, we tap into the heart and soul of our own cultural landscape, ensuring that the art reflects the community’s identity, history, and aspirations. This inclusion not only validates the artists’ work, making them feel recognized and valued, but it also strengthens the bond between community members as they see their stories and experiences mirrored in public spaces.”
Initially conceived as a temporary installation, the Make Your Mark project has morphed into a permanent display. The project was so well received that we decided to keep inviting artists to create their inspirations on the board. LRAC renovated the stage near Mentone Inn to accommodate a permanent installation and now offer opportunities for other artists to make their mark on Mentone.
“Incorporating local artists into public art projects is a powerful tool for community development, fostering shared values, and enhancing social cohesion,” says sculptor and LRAC board member Deedee Morrison. “When our community engages local artists, we tap into the heart and soul of our own cultural landscape, ensuring that the art reflects the community’s identity, history, and aspirations. This inclusion not only validates the artists’ work, making them feel recognized and valued, but it also strengthens the bond between community members as they see their stories and experiences mirrored in public spaces.”
Initially conceived as a temporary installation, the Make Your Mark project has morphed into a permanent display. The project was so well received that we decided to keep inviting artists to create their inspirations on the board. LRAC renovated the stage near Mentone Inn to accommodate a permanent installation and now offer opportunities for other artists to make their mark on Mentone.
If you are interested in leaving your own mark on Mentone, click on the image below -
