Blight to Light
Together with volunteers, artists, and neighbors, the four alleyways that surround Aspire House have been revitalized into walkable spaces filled with greenery.
Alleyways
With the help of volunteers, artists, and neighbors, our four alleyways have drastically transformed. On Earth Day 2024, over 100 volunteers from IU Health, Nine13 Sports, Butler University, The Mind Trust, Herron-Riverside High School, Liberty Grove Schools, and IU Indianapolis helped us with painting art installations for the alleyways, weeding, mulching, and planting herbs donated by Bonnie Plants.
The Artists
Maya Simone
Maya Simone has been creating art in Indianapolis public spaces since 2018. An abstract sensory artist, she employs mixed media to create experiential concepts through vibrant colors, dynamic movements, and fluidity. Art has been both an outlet and an offering for Maya. She brings creativity into public spaces because it can relieve stress, reduce crime, and enhance mood. Aspire House is honored to have her on board as a leading alley artist in the Blight to Light Project.
Rob Sloan
Mixed-medium artist Rob Sloan specializes in portraiture, calligraphy, paintings, and tattoos. With such a wide range of techniques, he counts it a privilege to create artwork that carries deeper meanings and powerful messages. Whether he’s using spray paint and airbrushing or acrylics and finger blending, each stroke is infused with creativity and purpose. We are grateful to have him on board as an alleyway painter, creating communal art that brings people together, sparks conversations, and evokes emotions that transcend boundaries.
