Mural Artists Needed
Decatur is going to get 3 more murals in the summer of 2018! Artists are needed!! More info here: http://www.decaturarts.org/murals
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Nick Beery Mural
The 3rd beautiful new mural painted in Decatur during 2017 is located in the 200 block of West Main Street (across from the Salvation Army). Painted by Sullivan Illinois resident Nick Beery, the mural was inspired by the work of Fibonacci, an Italian mathematician. The design is made up of a series of light, medium and dark shapes, based on a mathematical expression / pattern known as the "golden spiral". (covering up the old mural)
Eric Weatherford Mural
Just completed! Decatur's second new mural of 2017! This one is located on the corner of Main Street and Oakland Avenue and was designed/painted by Eric Weatherford. (credit for most photos: Jim Bowling, Herald & Review) CLICK TO ENLARGE
Ron English Mural
Take a look....... Decatur's first new mural of 2017! (2 more still to come) This one is located on Cerro Gordo Street on the Ken's Aquarium building (next to Wabash Depot). Artist: the one, the only, Ron English (credit for most photos: Clay Jackson, Herald & Review) CLICK TO ENLARGE
Bob Marley Mural
Last week, another beautiful mural was completed in Decatur, this one on the east-facing wall of GB's Books and Records at 702 East Eldorado. The stunning "1 LOVE" tribute to Bob Marley was designed by Shani Goss and painted by Shani and her husband Tronnie with assistance from Jerry Johnson. Thanks to Gary and Bob Laskowski for allowing this project to move forward. What a colorful addition to Decatur's streetscape! One Love! One Heart! Let's get together and feel all right. Hear the children cryin' (One Love!); Hear the children cryin' (One Heart!), Sayin': give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right; Sayin': let's get together and feel all right. Wo wo-wo wo-wo!
Post Office Murals
Are you aware of the artistic treasure that exists inside this building? If not, take some time to visit the downtown Decatur Post Office where you can view a series of historical murals painted back in the 1930's. 3 examples: Read much more about the murals here: https://livingnewdeal.org/projects/post-office-murals-decatur-il/ TAGS: USPS, post office, downtown, mural, artwork, painting
Bears Mural in Downtown Decatur
You hear there's yet another brand new mural going up in downtown Decatur? This time, it's a Chicago Bears theme, celebrating "old school Bears"..... the Decatur Staleys.
Mayor Mike McElroy Mural
Here's a look at the progression of the beautiful new Mayor Mike McElroy mural that was painted during the 2015 Decatur Celebration: Shani Goss & Jerry Johnson