Madison LakeWay

REMINDER! The Madison LakeWay Public Art Project Design Presentations is happening this Thursday, October 1st at 5:30. Register here: https://www.cityofmadison.com/dpced/planning/events/2026-10-01/madison-lakeway-public-art-project-design-presentations

Why Public Art?

Public art does more than brighten a space. It helps tell a community's story, sparks conversation, creates a sense of belonging, and turns everyday places into destinations people want to visit. Studies continue to show that accessible art can support well-being, strengthen community identity, and even contribute to local economic growth by attracting visitors and revitalizing neighborhoods.

When we invest in public art, we're investing in connection, creativity, and vibrant public spaces that invite people to gather, explore, and engage with one another. From murals and sculptures to interactive installations, public art helps transform cities into places that inspire and reflect the people who call them home.

It's been awhile since The Madison LakeWay Public Art Committee selected its artist finalists, so we thought we'd reintroduce them!

This is Loop: This is Loop is an award-winning public art studio and collaborative artistic partnership between Harriet Lumby and Alan Hayes, based in Somerset, UK. They are renowned for creating large-scale, immersive, and experiential audio-visual sculptures and architectural installations that blend science, technology, and art. Their work frequently tours internationally, often featured at light festivals, science events, and large gatherings. To view more work, visit: https://thisisloop.co.uk

Choi + Shine: Choi+Shine Architects is an internationally awarded art and architecture design studio co-founded by Jin Choi and Thomas Shine. Both principals hold Master of Architecture degrees from Yale University and are known for blending infrastructure, architecture, and large-scale, community-driven public art across the globe. To view more work, visit: https://choishine.com/

Jill Anholt: Jill Anholt is a prominent Vancouver-based visual artist and the principal of Jill Anholt Studio. Since 1998, she has specialized in site-specific, large-scale public art, creating award-winning interactive light installations, sculptures, and integrated architectural works across North America. Her work sits at the intersection of architecture, sculpture, and the human body. She is highly regarded for her ability to weave environmental sustainability and the hidden, structural "memories" of a site into dynamic, experiential installations. Anholt holds a master's degree in architecture from The University of British Columbia and has training in sculpture, drawing, and physical therapy. She also teaches at Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver. She has received numerous national and international recognitions, including a CODAawards Merit award for her Aperture glazing installation in Spokane, Washington. To view more work, https://jillanholt.ca

SpY: SpY is a globally recognized Madrid-based urban and public artist. Rising to prominence as a pioneering graffiti artist in the 1980s, he is best known for creating massive, conceptual, and often interactive public installations that disrupt everyday city routines. His work transforms the urban environment into a playground of ironical and playful interventions. To view more work, visit: https://spy-urbanart.com/artworks

Thank you Rajan Shukla for supporting the Madison LakeWay! 💙

SAVE THE DATE! 📅

Join us on Thursday, October 1 at 5:30 PM for a virtual community meeting focused on public art for the Madison LakeWay. We'll be sharing artist renderings and exploring how art can help bring the LakeWay experience to life. See you there!

Thank you for your support, Alexander Company! 💙

The Alexander Company is a real estate development, historic preservation, and property management firm based in the Madison area. Founded in the early 1980s, the company focuses on transforming underutilized urban sites and historic buildings into modern residential, commercial, and mixed-use spaces

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the people whose hard work keeps our communities moving, businesses growing, and ideas becoming reality.

But what exactly IS Labor Day?

Observed on the first Monday in September, Labor Day was created to honor the social and economic achievements of American workers. The holiday traces back to the labor movement of the late 1800s and became an official federal holiday in 1894 as a tribute to the contributions workers have made to the nation's strength, prosperity, and well-being.

Thank you Jim & Libby Bradley for supporting the Madison LakeWay! 💙

Thank you, Home Bancorp Wisconsin, Inc.! As an early supporter of Madison LakeWay, your commitment helped move this transformational project forward and build momentum from the start. Though Home Bancorp Wisconsin is now part of Dupaco Community Credit Union, we're grateful for the investment and belief that helped bring the LakeWay vision closer to reality.

As a leader in advancing health and well-being across our community, UW Health understands the importance of creating places that encourage people to move, connect, and enjoy the outdoors. Their early commitment is helping bring this transformative lakefront vision to life, creating a more vibrant, accessible, and active Madison for generations to come. Thank you! 💙

UW Health is the integrated health system affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison, serving more than 867,000 patients each year across the Upper Midwest and beyond. With more than 2,000 physicians and 26,500 dedicated staff, we provide care through six main hospitals and more than 105 outpatient locations.