MURALS FOR THE CORAL SPRINGS HISTORIC BRIDGE PUBLIC ART
In collaboration with the Historical Advisory Committee | City of Coral Springs | Mural location: 4500 NW (5th Avenue | Coral Springs | Florida | 2019
The two murals for the Coral Springs Covered Bridge (1964), designed by George Hodapp, were meticulously revitalized from their original forms,
and hold a captivating story within their strokes. Driven by a desire to evoke the charm of the Old South, James S. Hunt,
the President of Coral Ridge Properties embarked on a collaboration with the American Snuff company, renowned for their chewing tobacco designs.
The Bull of the Woods, a symbol of strength and vitality is located on the East side of the bridge, and its origins trace back to 1876.
The Peach Snuff logo infuses a touch of sweetness into the mural; it originated in 1950 and it is located on the west side of the bridge.
The murals have been restored throughout the years, each artist preserving the essence of its predecessors. The murals preservation
was led by the City of Coral Springs Historical Advisory Committee. The committee contributed visual references and resources,
such as vintage photographs to be used for an accurate recreation of the mural.
The murals stand as a tribute to artistic collaboration and a testament to the meticulous effort invested in honoring history
and heritage through visual storytelling.
For project inquiries, please use the contact button below or call 954.643.5316.
ABOUT THE CORAL SPRINGS HISTORIC BRIDGE
Excerpt from an article by Sharon Aron Baron, published in 2018 Coral Springs Talk
“The iconic covered bridge in Coral Springs was damaged after a truck tried to pass under the low-clearance roof. Originally painted barn red, James S. Hunt, president of Coral Ridge Properties, wanted to convey a sense of the Old South on the otherwise barren landscape. Hunt’s vision for Coral Springs was of a totally planned “City in the Country” with brick colonial-style public buildings, boulevards planted with flowers and the Covered Bridge as its centerpiece. The bridge also has a Florida Heritage Site Marker in recognition of its architecture and historical significance to the state. The covered bridge is depicted in Coral Springs’ previous city seal and is the only covered bridge located on a public right-of-way in the state of Florida.“
TESTIMONIALS
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“The Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency would like to thank Murals by Georgeta for being a vital part of our Riviera Beach Art and Branding Project. Georgeta had the daunting task of installing a great piece of artwork at the main intersection of our City. The design and the final product was truly something special. Her positive work ethic and consummate professionalism were also to be admired. We look forward to working with her in the near future.” – Riviera Beach CRA Leadership
“We hired Georgeta for a custom paint project on the keel bulb of a racing sailboat belonging to a client. She was very professional and worked with us to get the design exactly as we wanted it. She was also super flexible about using the marine paint that was required for the job. Once the work started, she was incredibly efficient and actually finished ahead of schedule. The result was excellent and was identical to the presented design. We would absolutely work with Georgeta again and highly recommend her for custom paintwork.” Brad Magovsky, AREA 51 Global Logistics
I have worked with Georgeta for three Public Art mural projects… I have had the privilege to witness her work ethic and ability to communicate and work with staff and stakeholders to achieve a consensus regarding the final mural. She is a tireless worker who constantly reworks her designs to accommodate all the opinions offered. I highly recommend Georgeta Fondos as an extremely creative artist, muralist, professional artist, and creative mind to execute a mural for you.” Beth Ravitz, Public Artist and Artist Consultant, Lauderhill, Florida
“Georgeta is absolutely AMAZING. She is able to take a verbal concept and transform it into an incredible tangible creation. We have had her paint several murals in our office and each one is phenomenal!! …Georgeta was AMAZING to work with. Her creativity knows no boundaries and her creations bring joy to all who view them.“ Teresa Miller, Vice President, Human Resources, Garden of Life, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
“Georgeta is very professional and reliable and spends a lot of time in doing research for the project. She provides very detailed designs. As a result, her murals are very complex and engaging.” George Gadson, Public Artist and Artist Consultant, Tamarac, Florida
“Superb work! She took a photograph of a Costa Rica Rainforest and made it come alive on my outside wall, using a scaffold to reach high and difficult spots. The attention to detail and realism were stunning. We are very satisfied with the result and professionalism of the job.” C. Cary, Parkland, Florida.
