Multiple artists chosen for temporary art exhibition on Austin's Hike-and-Bike Trail

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Eight artists have been chosen to create artwork to be temporarily placed at various locations along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail as part of an initiative by The Trail Conservancy and City of Austin Economic Development Department’s Art in Public Places Program.

The TEMPO on the Trail is a public art initiative that invites practicing visual artists and artist teams to create short-term or time-based artworks at various locations along trail, according to the city. It aims to "cultivate curiosity, spark imagination, and encourage exploration of the vibrant city of Austin through temporary art installations."

The city said the temporary exhibition encourages artists to select locations that resonate with them and to design artworks that can be easily installed and uninstalled in those locations, allowing for "dynamic and ever-changing outdoor art experiences."

Each artist will receive $25,000 to design, fabricate, and install their artwork. Installations will take place from March to June.

"We are thrilled to partner with The Trail Conservancy on the TEMPO on the Trail project, as it aligns with our mission to enhance the cultural vitality of Austin," said Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Director of the Economic Development Department. “We aim to support artists in bringing their creative visions to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail, fostering a unique and engaging connection between art and the community”.

Below are the artists participating in the initiative:

• Adrian Landon Brooks – Drake Bridge Mural
• Chroma Collective – IH-35 Under Bridge Mural
• Raul Buitrago – Seaholm Amenities Pavilion Wheat Paper Mural
• Diego Miro-Rivera – International Shores Sculpture
• Johnny Walker – Auditorium Shores Sculpture
• Juliet Whitsett – Holly Lakefront Trail Sculpture
• Ani Bradberry – Seaholm Intake Interior Neon Art
• Darcie Book – Lakeshore Park sculpture

"We believe art has the power to connect people to their environment in meaningful ways," said Hanna Coffer, Interim CEO of The Trail Conservancy. "By inviting artists to create temporary installations along the trail, we hope to foster a deeper connection between our community and the natural world that surrounds us."