Kathleen Kirk Stoves helps APR Celebrate 40th Anniversary
Mobile-based artist Kathleen Kirk Stoves is passionate about using her creative talents to support and enrich her community. If you have ever passed the corner of Dauphin and Ann Street near midtown Mobile, you have likely seen her work firsthand.
In July 2020, Kathleen completed her largest outdoor mural to date at Central Presbyterian Church. Soon after, she was commissioned for two additional large-scale murals right across the street at The Alabama School of Math and Science.
Beyond her vibrant public walls, Kathleen is an accomplished multidisciplinary artist working in fine arts media, including printmaking and pyrography (wood burning).
Kathleen is also a dedicated public media supporter who graciously agreed to collaborate with Alabama Public Radio to commemorate our 40th anniversary.
Designed specifically to reflect the spirit of the station, her custom image acts as a vibrant visual mosaic.
The artwork honors the rich diversity of the APR listening community, our unique landscapes, and the variety of distinct, local voices that shape the storytelling and news you rely on every single day.
It perfectly captures years of independent journalism, cultural celebration and community connection.
During our celebration in 2022, Kathleen's artwork was featured on our exclusive 40th-anniversary coffee mug—a physical reminder of four decades of independent, local journalism and community storytelling.
For four decades, APR has been dedicated to bringing you the stories that matter most, from the Shoals to the Shore.
We invite you to join the celebration by exploring our interactive station timeline to look back at 40 years of public service.
If you want to help us write the next chapter of Alabama public radio, consider pitching in today. A recurring monthly gift ensures we can keep delivering the trusted local storytelling you rely on every single day.
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