D. Geller & Son unveils student-made mural at Kennesaw showroom

D. Geller & Son and Kennesaw State University’s art program teamed up on a custom mural now displayed inside the jeweler’s Kennesaw showroom. The project turns the family business’s history into public art while giving students hands-on experience with a real local commission.

Why it matters: - The mural turns a family business story into a permanent public artwork that customers and the community can see. - The project gave Kennesaw State University art students real-world experience on a large-scale installation. - The collaboration connects jewelry-making and visual art around shared themes of craftsmanship, heritage and storytelling.

What happened: - D. Geller & Son partnered with Kennesaw State University’s Robert S. Geer Family College of the Arts to unveil a custom mural. - Students from KSU’s School of Art and Design created the mural. - The artwork is displayed inside D. Geller & Son’s Kennesaw showroom. - The mural celebrates the company’s history and legacy of craftsmanship.

The details: - D. Geller & Son said the project was designed to honor the artistry central to both organizations. - Students worked closely with the jeweler to develop artwork reflecting the brand’s history, values and dedication to craftsmanship. - The final mural is intended to capture the balance between tradition and innovation. - Jonathan Geller, president of D. Geller & Son, said the mural celebrates the family’s history and gives young artists a platform to showcase their work. - Allen Peterson, lecturer of sculpture in KSU Art & Design, said the partnership gave students a lasting real-world opportunity and supported arts education. - D. Geller & Son said craftsmanship remains the common thread between jewelry design and public art. - The company operates locations in Sandy Springs and Kennesaw.

Between the lines: - The project is a branding move, but it also functions as community investment and arts patronage. - Kennesaw State benefits by placing students in a visible, client-facing creative setting. - D. Geller & Son strengthens its local identity by tying the store experience to family legacy rather than just retail.

What's next: - The mural will remain as a permanent visual feature in the Kennesaw showroom. - The collaboration could serve as a model for more business-university partnerships centered on student work and local storytelling. - D. Geller & Son will continue highlighting craftsmanship through jewelry, custom design and repair services.

The bottom line: - The partnership turns a private family legacy into public-facing art while giving emerging artists a high-visibility platform.