Leadership Golden Strip Class 3 Murals Installed

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   -    4/8/24

Leadership Golden Strip teams up with Art Houzze to enrich Golden Strip communities with inspiring murals.

Leadership Golden Strip, a prominent leadership program dedicated to fostering growth and collaboration among local business professionals in the Golden Strip area, is proud to announce its partnership with Art Houzze to bring captivating murals to Simpsonville, Mauldin, and Fountain Inn, SC.

Leadership Golden Strip is a dynamic program that supports the development of corporate and community leaders by introducing them to the various aspects of developing and maintaining a vibrant community, helping them to establish dialogue with fellow community leaders and facilitating their contributions to the betterment of the community.

Art Houzze, owned by Courtney Bohman and Kim Glenn, will lead the charge in developing and installing three remarkable murals, each strategically located to enhance community pride and engagement throughout the Golden Strip area.

The mission of this endeavor is to infuse these vibrant communities with creativity while celebrating their unique identities. By placing the murals in prominent public spaces, Leadership Golden Strip and Art Houzze aim to ignite conversations, inspire residents, and elevate the aesthetic appeal of these neighborhoods.

"We are excited to collaborate with Art Houzze on this transformative project," said Marnie Schwartz-Hanley, President/CEO of the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce. "Our goal is to empower local businesses and residents to take pride in their community, and we believe that these murals will serve as catalysts for connection and inspiration."

Courtney Bohman and Kim Glenn, owners of Art Houzze, expressed their enthusiasm for the project, stating, "As art curators we are committed to enriching communities through art, and we are thrilled to partner with Leadership Golden Strip on this initiative.  We look forward to creating murals that reflect the unique spirit and character of the Golden Strip area, hopefully bringing joy and inspiration to all who encounter them."

The murals are created by artist Matteo Miles and are scheduled to be installed early April 2024. In Simpsonville, the mural will be located at Willy Taco, 129 N Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681. In Mauldin, the mural will be located at the Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd, Mauldin, SC 29662. In Fountain Inn, the mural will be located at BW Burdette & Son Hardware, 124 N Main St, Fountain Inn, SC 29644.

About the artist: Matteo Miles is a multidisciplinary designer and muralist located in Greenville, South Carolina. With over 20 years of drawing experience, Matteo’s work consists of a variety of subjects and styles ranging from chalk art to typography and surrealistic portraits. He enjoys learning new  techniques and connecting with clients to bring life into their space whether it be in their home or their businesses. Many of his murals specialize in local history of the Upstate and surrounding areas to celebrate the best elements of each town and major landmarks, designed to last a lifetime.

For more information about the mural project and upcoming unveiling events, please visit www.fountaininnchamber.org, www.simpsonvillechamber.com and www.mauldinchamber.org 

About Art Houzze:

Art Houzze, owned by Courtney Bohman and Kim Glenn, specializes in a variety of art curation, one segment being creating dynamic and impactful art installations in public spaces, with a focus on fostering community connection and pride. For more information or inquiries www.arthouzze.com or on Instagram @arthouzze.

Unveilings time and location

Ft. Inn SC , April 8, 5:30 PM. This event will take place at B.W. Burdette's Hardware parking lot located at 124 N Main St, Fountain Inn. SC

Simpsonville will be having an unveiling at 11a.m. on April the 18th. This event will take place at Willy Taco located at 129 n main St, Simpsonville, Sc 29