When the city first envisioned the Fishers District (originally named The Yard but changed after some legal entanglements) as a culinary center with some other businesses in the mix, the idea was to mix art into the surroundings.  The first piece of art will soon be painted on the Verizon Building, according to developer Thompson Thrift.

The artist selected has local roots, Koda Witsken.  The lettering on the mix of colors says “Thanks For Being Weird With Me.”

“I’m utterly thrilled to start this mural,” said Witsken, who operates Indianapolis-based Hue Murals. “I think all of us could use some sunshine, added color, and a reminder that we’re in this together during these crazy times. ‘Thanks for Being Weird with Me’ is a message that I hope conveys that!”

The Fishers Arts Commission, along with Nickel Plate Arts, were involved in plans for the art work.

Fishers District is located near IKEA, just east of I-69 along 116th Street in Fishers.