The artist of this mural was inspired by the hot air balloons that can be seen hovering over Fishers, courtesy of nearly Conner Prairie.  Balloon Ride is his take on this iconic sight. A tiny mouse rides as a passenger in each balloon–motorists miss this detail, but it is a special reward for pedestrians.

Mark Anderson is a sculptor and mural artist based in Indianapolis.

Balloon Ride is one of a series of traffic control box artworks commissioned by the City of Fishers to enliven its downtown area.