How would you use an antique map? Here’s the backstory. A lovely couple came to me to create something super personal. They have their own word ‘fixed’ that has special meaning to them. We landed on the idea of painting fixed in a miniature graffiti tag using an antique map of the area that they purchased their first home together. Who are the little figures and what are they doing. Not just any figures. These are miniature replicas of our lovely couple sitting at an estate agents desk buying th

8.7K views · 484 reactions | The Library's enormous map collection doesn't only include antique and vintage maps. We also collect modern maps. One such item is this 2021 pictorial map by Veazey Studio, which celebrates the city of Atlanta's contributions to hip-hop. A perfect highlight as 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of hip-hop! Proceeds from prints of the hand-painted map will go to HOPE Atlanta, a non-profit that fights homelessness and hunger. | The Library of Congress | Facebook