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Walls Off Washington
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Educational
Honoring the legacy of St. Louis, this mural celebrates the city's rich artistic heritage and the enduring influence of hip hop culture. With gratitude to the artists who have shaped the city's visual and cultural landscape, the mural serves as a tribute to those who have been uplifting the community for over 50 years.
Supported by the Kranzberg Arts Foundation, this project provides a platform for creativity, allowing artists to focus on their craft with all necessary resources at their disposal.
The artwork tells the story of local communities, fostering a space for reflection and conversation about how individuals connect with the vibrant tapestry of St. Louis.
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Lift as You Climb
Murals, like billboards, foster conversations with passersby. Inspired by the phrase "Lift as you climb," this mural symbolizes community upliftment and support, visually represented through ladders and figures.
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Tile Trip
Artists Katherine Bernhardt and Zéh Palito present their collaborative mural on Washington Avenue in St. Louis. Their partnership began in 2017 when Katherine discovered Zéh's work on Instagram and reached out to collaborate.
This mural, their second project together, reflects their mutual admi...
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I Dance, Too
Rowan Bathurst, an artist from Baltimore, Maryland, presents her mural "I Dance Too" at the Walls off Washington in St. Louis. Inspired by Hannah Arden's poem "Tamil," which translates to "I Dance, Too," the piece celebrates women's resilience and their choice to dance and smile despite life's ch...
