Jane’s Walk is an annual global festival of free, volunteer-led walks designed to generate conversation about the city and celebrate its vibrant past, present, and future. The festival honors Jane Jacobs, who was an urban activist, author, and believer in the power of citizens to make a difference in their city.
Photography Tour: Historic Architectural Icons of Atlanta
Join Lauren Holley of Atlanta Urban Photo Walkers for a street photography walking tour. You’ll explore and photograph eight historic buildings in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. All of the buildings were built between the late 1890’s and mid-1930s and are still thriving today.
We’ll begin at the oldest and most iconic of all, the Flatiron Building (est. 1897) at the intersection of Peachtree St & Auburn Ave/Luckie St.
All ages, cameras, and levels of experience are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
This walk will take place rain or shine. Please arrive on time, late arrivals will be left behind.
Neighborhood: Downtown
Walk Themes: Art & Architecture, History & Culture
Walk Language: English
What to Bring & Wear: A light and small camera with a wide or normal focal range, that is easy to carry around and does not need a tripod, is recommended. Wear comfortable walking shoes and expect roughly 1.5 miles of walking for approximately 2 hours.
Terrain: You’ll be walking on sidewalks in Downtown Atlanta where sidewalks can be a bit bumpy.
Meeting Place: Meet at the Flatiron Building at the Intersection of Peachtree St and Auburn Ave/Luckie St
Parking & Transportation: Street parking is free on Sundays and there are various paid parking decks nearby. Five Points and Peachtree Center MARTA stations are both a short 5 minute walk. The Atlanta Streetcar has 2 stops just across the street (Woodruff Park & Park Place).
About Your Tour Leader
Lauren Holley is the founder and organizer of the largest photography group in Atlanta, GA (4,600+ members). A seasoned Creative Director with 25+ years of experience, Holley brings an extensive background in painting and illustration to her experimental photographic images. Her work has graced the big screen in Times Square, shared the stage with Madonna, and gone social with Tegan & Sara. She’s been featured in the Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Atlanta Magazine, and Oz Magazine. Holley has won three Reader’s Pick categories in Creative Loafing’s Best of 2015 Awards for Best Street Photographer, Local Artist Instagram, and Fine Arts Photographer.
Cancellation Policy
MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met. If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start. By doing so, we can ensure your spot goes to someone else!