The Gist: This post spotlights two Charlotte-based artists — Kathryn Crawford and Morgan Cook — whom SouthPark Interiors collaborates with to inject local authenticity and creative flair into their commercial and residential projects.
What you’ll learn
Who Kathryn Crawford and Morgan Cook are, what types of art they specialize in (murals, abstract realism, graffiti), and how SPI has used their work in specific client projects to bring meaningful design to life.
After reading, you’ll be ready to
Seek out local Charlotte artists for custom installations in your own developments, understand how mural styles can match different brand identities, and recognize the value of collaborating with regional creative talent.
Talking points
SouthPark Interiors values using local Charlotte artists to create one-of-a-kind interior or exterior murals, citing both the community support and the enhanced authenticity it brings; Kathryn Crawford is known for large abstract‑realism murals that blend bold color and dimensional imagery, and she was commissioned by SPI for a mural at The Address Galleria; Morgan Cook is a veteran public artist specializing in graffiti-style murals, and he created a vibrant pool-area mural for West End Flats that complements the space’s color and atmosphere; collaborating with these local creatives helps SPI deliver unique art-driven design for their clients.
Celebrating Charlotte
Local Artists we love to work with!
When possible, we work with local artists to create a one of a kind piece within our designs and make our client’s properties unique.
South Park Interiors is based in Charlotte, NC, and creates spaces across the country that bring innovation, originality, and function through design.We love to use local artists to create unique installations for us when possible, whether it’s wall art or murals for interiors or exteriors. Not only does it support the same community in which we work, it also creates a unique connection between clients and artists that gives it an extra layer of authenticity.
If you’re seeking an artist for an original design for your commercial space in Charlotte, we suggest taking our lead by searching locally. In this blog, we’re sharing:
- Two Charlotte-area artists we partner with here at South Park Interiors
- Each artist’s gallery and specialties
- How to get in touch with each artist
View this profile on InstagramKathryn Crawford (@kathryncrawfordart) • Instagram photos and videos
Kathryn Crawford
Kathryn Crawford is the owner and namesake of Kathryn Crawford Art. She specializes in large wall murals that adorn cityscapes, restaurants, offices, stores, and other public settings. She describes her style as abstracted realism, where she creates different layers of depth and dimension to bring her work to life. After growing up in New England, Kathryn traveled to Florence, Italy to study art, then graduated with a BFA from the University of Tampa before relocating to Charlotte.
We commissioned Kathryn to create a custom mural for our project at The Address Galleria in Matthews, NC. This rental community offers 1-3 bedroom apartments and resort-style amenities. Kathryn’s bold use of color, an affinity for flowers, and vibrant combinations of abstract and concrete imagery felt like the perfect fit for this upscale community.
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View this profile on InstagramMCK ONE – Muralist (@artofmck) • Instagram photos and videos
Morgan Cook
Morgan Cook is a muralist specializing in graffiti, murals, and style writings. With 12 years of experience in public art installations, Morgan has adorned gyms, schools, and living spaces with his signature style.
South Park Interiors commissioned Morgan to create a custom mural for our project at West End Flats in Carrboro, NC. The indoor pool area was a blank canvas that could benefit from a little color and style. Morgan developed a graffiti-like wall mural that included the name of the residential community. The blue hue in the mural naturally reflects the color of the pool, allowing the two to create a consistent look and feel in the space. The mural’s bold design can easily be seen from the large windows leading to outdoor seating areas, helping to create a fun and inviting environment.
Get in touch with Morgan on Instagram at @artofmck or email Morgan at morgan@mckcreative.com.
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